Professional Learning
“The New York State Statewide RBERN is an approved Sponsor of Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) pursuant to Section 80-6 of the Regulations of the NYS Commissioner of Education. CTLE EMAIL: ctle-rbern@nyu.edu”
DESIGNING SPECIALIZED ENL INSTRUCTION THAT ADVANCES THE PROFICIENCY OF CURRENT LONG-TERM ELLS & PREVENTS FUTURE LONG-TERM ELLS (ONLINE)
This three-part professional development series will focus on planning and delivering specialized ENL instruction designed to meet the needs of middle and high school Long-Term ELLs; students who have not attained the level of proficiency required to exit ENL and bilingual services.
PRESENTER: Nancy Cloud, Ed.D., Professor Emerita, Rhode Island College
AUDIENCE: This institute is designed for ENL and Bilingual Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Program Coordinators, Literacy Specialists and Special Educators, Grades 6-12.
TIME:
SESSION 1: FOUNDATIONS - SATURDAY | APRIL 18, 2026 | 9AM – 12PM
SESSION 2: APPLICATIONS 1 - SATURDAY | MAY 2ND, 2026 | 9AM – 12PM
SESSION 3: APPLICATIONS 2 - SATURDAY | MAY 16TH, 2026 | 9AM – 12PM
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SPECIAL EDUCATION SERIES FOR ELLS - SPRING 2026
This series will provide a framework for serving ELLs with dyslexia and dysgraphia.
*Participants must commit to attending TWO sessions in this series.
PRESENTERS:
Dr. Alba A. Ortiz, Professor Emerita, Department of Special Education, in the College of Education, at The University of Texas at Austin
Dr. Linda Cavazos, Executive Director of ELLAS Consulting (English Learner Leadership Advocacy Support)
AUDIENCE: Special Ed Teachers, Teachers, Administrators, CSE Personnel, Paraprofessionals and IEP Coordinators
TIME:
SESSION 1 | FOUNDATIONS | ALL PARTICIPANTS (GRADES K-8)
SATURDAY | APRIL 25, 2026 | 9AM-12PM
SESSION 2A | APPLICATIONS for (GRADES K-3)
TUESDAY | MAY 12, 2025 | 2:30PM – 5PM
OR
SESSION 2B | APPLICATIONS for (GRADES 4-8)
THURSDAY | MAY 21, 2025 | 2:30PM – 5PM
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SUPPORTING NEWLY ARRIVED IMMIGRANT STUDENTS & FAMILIES - SPRING 2026
This workshop provides a comprehensive look at the current legal and social landscape facing immigrant families in New York, with a focus on rights, enforcement, and the status of unaccompanied minors. Participants will explore the unique educational journeys of migrant students to better understand their needs and legal protections within the school system.
PRESENTER: Natasha Quiroga
AUDIENCE: NYS Administrators, Counselors, Parent Coordinators, All Teachers and CBO Members
PART 1 - CHOOSE A DATE
MONDAY | APRIL 27, 2026 | 3PM - 5PM
MONDAY | MAY 11, 2026 | 3PM - 5PM
PART 2 - CHOOSE A DATE
MONDAY | MAY 4, 2026 | 3PM - 6PM
MONDAY | JUNE 1, 2026 | 3PM - 6PM
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