View Workshop: STEPS Series for School Leaders
| Workshop Name | STEPS Series for School Leaders |
|---|---|
| Workshop Brochure | Workshop Brochure |
| External Workshop Brochure | Not set |
| Workshop Short Desc | Join us for a 4-part virtual workshop series focused on New York State s new STEPS (Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional Support) system. Designed for school and district administrators, this series will guide participants through the key components of educator evaluation under Education Law 3012-e offering tools, strategies, and support for building or refining district plans. |
| Workshop Code | Not set |
| School Year | 2025-2026 |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Frequency | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Zoom |
| Site | Not set |
| Location | Not set |
| Category | 529 - Professional Development |
| Subcategory | Leader: APPR, Evaluator |
| Provider | 529 - Professional Development |
| Location | Not set |
| Evaluation Form | Not set |
| Duration | 1 Hour |
| Level | SED CODES 1,2,3,4 |
| Total Workshop Days | 1.0 |
| Credit Hours | 1.00 |
| Days To Bill | 0.5 |
| Participants Must Attend All Days | No |
| District Always Pays Participant Fee | Yes |
| Participant Approval Needed | No |
| Scoring Exams | No |
| Assigned Seating | No |
| Assigned Seating By Table | No |
| Limit One District Per Table | No |
| Rep Reg Days Before Scoring | Not set |
| Workshop Full Desc | STEPS Series for School Leaders: A 4-Part Virtual Professional Development Series
Are you ready to dive into New York State's new STEPS (Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional Support) system? This four-part Zoom series is designed specifically for school and district administrators who are building or refining educator evaluation systems aligned with Education Law 3012-e. Each session will provide practical guidance, resources, and time for discussion to help leaders create high-quality, standards-based evaluation and support plans. Session Schedule: Session #1: STEPS Series Kickoff Tuesday, September 25, 2025 | 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Overview of NYS Educator Evaluation Requirements & NYSED s Vision Session #2: Using a Needs Analysis to Select Teacher & Principal Measures Monday, October 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Learn how to identify priority standards and choose meaningful evaluation measures Session #3: Designing a STEPS Plan Requirements & Guidance Monday, November 17, 2025 | 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Review required components and expectations for your district s evaluation plan Session #4: Designing a STEPS Plan Developing the Components Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Build the key elements of your plan from rubrics to observation cycles and professional supports This series is ideal for principals, assistant principals, district leaders, and new evaluators who want to deepen their understanding of the STEPS system and strengthen their district s approach to educator evaluation and professional growth. |
| Workshop Audience | School & District Leaders-Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Directors of Curriculum/Instruction, Principals and Assistant Principals |
| Workshop Prerequisites | Not set |
| Workshop Objectives | Participants will:
Develop a foundational understanding of the New York State Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional Support (STEPS) system and its alignment with Education Law 3012-e. Learn to apply a needs analysis to identify priority standards and select appropriate teacher and principal measures that support instructional improvement and educator growth. Gain the tools and knowledge needed to design and implement a comprehensive STEPS plan, including required components such as evaluation rubrics, observation protocols, scoring criteria, and professional support systems. |
| Assessment of Learning | Dialogue, Discussion, Stating Goals/Actions |
| Workshop Topics, Concepts & Resources | Not set |
| Workshop Broadcast Notes | Not set |
| Submitted For Approval | 07/29/2025 |
| Approved | 07/29/2025 |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | No |
| Course Type | Not set |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | Not set |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Workshop Id | 3112 |
| Added By | Jillian Putnam |
| Boces | Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES |
| Archived Date | Not set |
| Entry Date | 07/29/2025 14:09:01 |
| Last Modified Date | 07/29/2025 14:09:43 |
CTLE Activities
- Pedagogy
Seminars
- 12/09/2025 STEPS Series for School Leaders
- 11/17/2025 STEPS Series for School Leaders
- 10/27/2025 STEPS Series for School Leaders
- 09/25/2025 STEPS Series for School Leaders
Learning Standards
- 1 Knowledge Students and Student Learning
- 2 Knowledge of Content and Instruction
- 3 Instructional Practice
- 4 Learning Environment
- 5 Assessment for Learning
- 6 Responsibilities Collaboration
- 7 Professional Growth