Title: Authentic Teacher Leadership in Adult Education: The Role of the Instructional Coach

Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Description: Join the Rochester City School District Office of Adult and Career Education Services (OACES) Executive Director and OACES Instructional Coach and learn how they utilize teacher leadership to improve student outcomes and provide job embedded professional learning for the OACES instructional staff.

Presenter: Lia Festenstein, Executive Director, Office of Adult and Career Education Services (OACES) - division of Rochester School District

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Title: Learning to Fish Takes a Team of Fisherpeople: Inspiring Adult Learning Success Through Community Outreach

Date: 3/22/2024

Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Description: Sometimes, we are fortunate to have reliable community resources at our fingertips. But we must remember that our students’ needs are diverse, dynamic, and specific. In these moments, we may need to step out in the community to (re)introduce ourselves to partners and establish new connections. Let’s discuss methods for best practice outreach, creative and personalized approaches to partnerships, and lasting student and community engagement with your organization.

Presenter: Theresa Luke and David Allen, Brooklyn Public Library

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Title: Stop. Collaborate and Listen: Planning and Co-Teaching in Adult Education

Date: 4/16/2024

Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Description: When we think about co-teaching, we usually think of the k-12 model, which pairs one general education and one special education teacher, with the goal of serving the most students in the least restrictive environment.  To attempt this in adult education seems impossible, with programs that often rely on volunteers and have limited funds. However,  much can be learned from the co-teaching model about how to best collaborate with our fellow teachers and tutors.  Spend a lunch with us learning about the different types of co-teaching models, the dos and don'ts of working together, and how this valuable practice can be adapted for adult ed teachers.

Presenter: Sarah Mills, Deputy Executive Director, CORE, The Learning Center

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Title: ASISTS End of Year Tips

Date: 5/21/2024

Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Description: A review of ASISTS End of Year reporting tips for finding and fixing any errors in your ASISTS data.  Questions if time permits.

Presenter: Kate Tornese, Associate Director, ASISTS & Data Services, Literacy Assistance Center

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Title: Motivational Interviewing

Date: 6/18/2024

Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Description: This workshop is designed to empower case managers in the skillful gathering of accurate and comprehensive information crucial for assessing student needs. Through the lens of motivational interviewing, this session aims to equip case managers with the tools to adeptly uncover barriers, facilitating collaborative efforts in the pursuit of both short-term and long-term goals. The primary focus areas of this workshop include building trust and rapport, effective communication, exploring goals, and action plans. By the end of this workshop, case managers will be equipped with the skills and insights needed to employ motivational interviewing effectively, fostering a collaborative environment that propels students toward their educational and personal paths.

Presenter: Chantal Michaux Ed.M ( she/her), Buffalo Public Schools- Adult Education Division, Career Advisor Department Chair, PATHWAYS Career Advisor

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Title: Managing ASISTS Data and Reporting Through GED Manager

Date: 7/16/2024

Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Description: GED Manager, as a stand alone database, is a great tool for reaching out to new students, assigning GED Ready Tests, and producing score reports to help guide student instruction. However, when used in conjunction with ASISTS, GED Manager can help ensure programs are getting well deserved credit for student HSE success. Join us for a short lunch-and-learn where we will explore best practices for utilizing GED Manager to help ensure accurate reporting and accountability in your program’s ASISTS data.

Presenter: Randy Raux, Sr. Coordinator of Adult & Continuing Education, Madison Oneida BOCES

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