View Seminar: Beyond the Books- Navigating the Realities of Teaching

Seminar NameBeyond the Books- Navigating the Realities of Teaching
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Seminar Short DescThis interactive professional development workshop is designed to equip educators, new and experienced alike, with the tools, mindsets, and strategies needed to thrive in today's schools. Participants will explore core principles of professionalism, relationship-building, trauma-informed practices, and educator wellness. Through discussion, collaboration, and scenario-based learning, attendees will deepen their understanding of effective communication, ethics, classroom management and self-care.
Seminar Full DescThis interactive professional development workshop is designed to equip educators, new and experienced alike, with the tools, mindsets, and strategies needed to thrive in today's schools. Participants will explore core principles of professionalism, relationship-building, trauma-informed practices, and educator wellness. Through discussion, collaborative activities, and scenario-based learning, attendees will deepen their understanding of effective communication, ethical boundaries, classroom management, and self-care. Whether you're navigating your first classroom or mentoring others, this workshop creates space for reflection, growth, and shared learning within the CA BOCES region.

This workshop is designed as a collaborative learning community (CLC) with 3 in-person sessions per year, with the possibility of some Zoom check-ins as well.

In- Person seminar dates:

-Tuesday, August 19th at Southern Tier West (Salamanca)
- Tuesday, October 28th at Olean CTE Center, Training Room 1,2,3
- Monday, March 9th at Olean CTE Center, Training Room 1,2,3
Seminar Date10/28/2025
Opening Time8:30 am
Closing Time2:30 pm
Last Day To Register10/27/2025      [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ]
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Seminar AudienceAll educators grades PK-12.
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Seminar Topics, Concepts & ResourcesSEL
Resilience
Mental Wellness
Mindfulness
Classroom Management
Communication
Burnout Prevention
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Seminar ObjectivesBy the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of professional expectations, including dress, communication, confidentiality, and appropriate boundaries with students, families, and colleagues.

Develop strategies to build positive, respectful relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators using trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices.

Apply effective conflict management and de-escalation techniques to maintain a supportive and inclusive school environment.

Design intentional classroom routines and physical environments that promote student engagement, safety, and academic success.

Implement self-care and wellness practices to support long-term educator effectiveness, personal balance, and resistance to burnout.
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Assessment of LearningDiscussion
Wellness planning
Practical application
Q&A
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SiteCA BOCES - Olean CTE
LocationConference Room 1, 2, 3
Site StatusRegional
Day Number2 of 3
Duration6 Hours
Rolling Online CourseNo
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Seminar StatusAvailable
WorkshopBeyond the Books- Navigating the Realities of Teaching
Day Number2
Total Workshop Days3
Starting Registration8:00 am
Credit Hours5.50 Per Day
CTLE EligibleYes
Social Worker Continuing EdNo
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Provider529 - Professional Development
Category529 - Professional Development
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Public NotesPlease bring a laptop and charger with you so that you can participate.
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Added ByLaurie Sledge
Seminar Id10517

CTLE Activities

  • Pedagogy

Facilitators

Districts That Can Send Participants

  • Allegany-Limestone Central School
  • Andover Central School
  • Belfast Central School
  • Bolivar-Richburg Central School
  • Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School
  • Cuba-Rushford Central School
  • Ellicottville Central School
  • Fillmore Central School
  • Franklinville Central School
  • Friendship Central School
  • Genesee Valley Central School
  • Hinsdale Central School
  • Olean City Schools
  • Pioneer Central School
  • Portville Central School
  • Randolph Academy
  • Randolph Central School
  • Salamanca City Schools
  • Scio Central School
  • Wellsville Central School
  • West Valley Central School
  • Whitesville Central School
  • CA-BOCES Admin
  • CA-BOCES CTE
  • CA-BOCES ISS
  • CA-BOCES IT
  • CA-BOCES Exceptional Education
  • CA Teacher Center

First Day of Seminar Series

Learning Standards

  • 1 Knowledge Students and Student Learning
  • 2 Knowledge of Content and Instruction
  • 3 Instructional Practice
  • 4 Learning Environment
  • 6 Responsibilities Collaboration
  • 7 Professional Growth