Core Connection Course Catalog
Supporting Students with Discourse in the Science Classroom
This fully asynchronous course will help strengthen student discourse in the science classroom using approaches aligned with the NYSSLS three dimensions. Through practical examples, strategies, and planning tools, teachers will explore what meaningful scientific discussion looks like, how to scaffold it for diverse learners, and how to design lessons that move students from passive recipients of information to active sense-makers and communicators…
Special Educator Support: Achieving the Limited Subject Extension Certification for Secondary ELA
This comprehensive 45-hour study is designed specifically for Special Educators in New York State who are seeking to enhance their qualifications and expertise in Secondary ELA instruction. The course fulfills one requirement for obtaining the Limited Subject Extension (LSE) in ELA for Special Educators certified to teach at the secondary level…
Along the River: Teaching and Learning with Place Markers
Working with Seneca language expert and artist, Bill Crouse (Seneca/Hawk Clan), New York Folklore has engaged in a place-marking project to mark places of significance to Indigenous populations in New York State. Through collected narratives from Haudenosaunee communities, educators will explore our state's Indigenous history and gain a new understanding of significant sites within New York's watersheds…
Math 6-8 Support Network: Numeracy Briefs Series
NYSED has launched a Numeracy Initiative, which will continue through the 2025-26 school year. This Initiative will provide information and resources to support high-quality, culturally responsive mathematics instruction designed to help students to advance their numeracy skills and achieve the expectations of the mathematics learning standards. This session is Brief 6: The Role and Challenges of Using Representations…
Movement & Sound Meditation Circles: Spring 2026 Series
In this course, participants are invited to seven synchronous virtual Circle gatherings.When we take time to replenish ourselves and fill our own cup, we are able to serve others from the overflow. This allows us to show up to our classrooms feeling supported, sustainable, and impactful for the students we work with everyday. A guided movement sequence and flow will be offered at every circle, with modifications offered throughout to make the practice accessible to everybody…
Book Study: Revolving Literacy by Lorraine M. Radice
Revolving Literacy is a practical guide applying a future skills framework into curriculum. It will help to increase student engagement and student agency. It will also help educators enhance 21st century skills in our students…
Cultivating Wonder: Nature-Based Renewal for Educators
Cultivating Wonder is designed not just to give you new teaching strategies, but to reinvigorate you. This course operates on a simple premise: You cannot share what you do not possess. To spark a love of nature and curiosity in students, a teacher must first rekindle their own sense of wonder. Whether you are an outdoor education veteran or a teacher who prefers the indoors, this course will help you use the natural world as a battery to recharge your teaching practice and model lifelong curiosity for your students…
New Mentor Training - Spring 2026
This rigorous course guides veteran teachers through the analysis of the knowledge and attributes critical to teacher mentoring as well as fundamental instructional practices…
Is It Okay to Say Gay: An Examination of LGBTQIA+ in the Classroom
This interactive professional workshop equips educators with the knowledge, strategies, and confidence to create inclusive and affirming learning environments for LGBTQIA+ students. Through case studies, reflective exercises, and practical guidance, educators will develop actionable strategies to navigate sensitive topics, foster equity, and advocate for all students' well-being…
Experience the Elemental Through Arts Integration
Explore the connections between sculpture and creative movement, the sounds contained within an abstract painting, the possibilities of incorporating inspiration from our surroundings, and the music and movement present within each participant. Participants will enjoy activities adaptable for all grade levels from pre-kindergarten and beyond…
Math 6-8 Support Network: Numeracy Briefs Series
NYSED has launched a Numeracy Initiative, which will continue through the 2025-26 school year. This Initiative will provide information and resources to support high-quality, culturally responsive mathematics instruction designed to help students to advance their numeracy skills and achieve the expectations of the mathematics learning standards. This session is Brief 7: Understanding, Using, and Modifying Curriculum Materials…
Math 6-8 Support Network: Numeracy Briefs Series
NYSED has launched a Numeracy Initiative, which will continue through the 2025-26 school year. This Initiative will provide information and resources to support high-quality, culturally responsive mathematics instruction designed to help students to advance their numeracy skills and achieve the expectations of the mathematics learning standards. This session is Brief 8: The Role of Leadership…
DASA Certification Online Training - Monthly Sessions Available All Year Long!
This NYSED-approved DASA training includes 3 hours of self-paced, online instruction and a 3 hour live virtual meeting with an instructor…