BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//ExpandED Schools - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.expandedschools.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ExpandED Schools
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20250924T182840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T211855Z
UID:10001294-1767693600-1767700800@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:Lit Up-Igniting Literacy in Afterschool Programs
DESCRIPTION:Description: Unlock the power of literacy in your afterschool program with Lit Up: Igniting Literacy in Afterschool Programs! This engaging professional development session will equip educators with practical strategies to seamlessly integrate literacy into afterschool activities. From creating literacy-rich environments to incorporating digital tools and cross-curricular connections\, participants will leave with a ready-to-use toolkit for fostering a love of reading and writing. Through interactive discussions\, hands-on activities\, and collaborative planning\, you’ll gain fresh ideas to inspire students and bridge literacy gaps. Join us and spark a passion for literacy that extends beyond the classroom! \nSchool-Age Childcare training regulations satisfied: 3                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Please note that active participation during the session is required in order to receive letters of completion. Letters of completion can only be distributed to participants whose identities are verified. \nLocation: This training will be held remotely. A participation link will be emailed to registered attendees. Please note that cameras are expected to remain on during the workshop.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/core-pd-lit-up-igniting-literacy-in-afterschool-programs-2/
CATEGORIES:Program-support
LOCATION:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84807477856?pwd=ujpAy7e2tCCz2oUdtMWwnsyQVO6pVG.1
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20251003T190117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T221855Z
UID:10001312-1767891600-1767898800@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:Building Social Emotional Competencies in Students
DESCRIPTION:Building social emotional learning (SEL) competencies in students is directly linked to positive student outcomes. In this session\, attendees will learn the definition of social emotional learning and its associated competencies. Learning how to develop social emotional competencies in students of different ages will also be covered. Attendees will also be introduced to tools used to track SEL competencies and basic interventions.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/building-social-emotional-competencies-in-students-2/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81360039999
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20251210T230334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T125902Z
UID:10001339-1768212000-1768215600@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:NYC STEM Education Network Provider Grant Orientation
DESCRIPTION:In order to facilitate a smooth process with this year’s grant partnerships\, we will be hosting a mandatory orientation to ExpandED School’s grant management system and an overview of the grantee experience for Spring 2026 partners. While blocked for one hour\, we do not expect this orientation to last more than 30-40 minutes. We look forward to seeing the outcomes of your STEM partnership with the district!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/nyc-stem-education-network-provider-grant-orientation/
CATEGORIES:STEM
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20251002T190615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T164136Z
UID:10001279-1768323600-1768330800@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:Pathways to Teacher Certification
DESCRIPTION:Working in the education field requires specific coursework\, assessments\, and certifications. Which do you need to pursue a career in teaching? How can you prepare? This session will introduce aspiring educators to the various certifications required for teaching and other education jobs. \n\nLearn the different pathways to teacher certification\nAssess their academic and career backgrounds in order to match a degree type\nReceive resources to help them apply to the program(s) of their choice
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/pathways-to-teacher-certification-4/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88224457802
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20250917T021822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T222402Z
UID:10001283-1768381200-1768392000@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:“World-Building: Creating Settings that Speak with Lit C.R.E.W.”
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 14th in person at the ExpandED Schools Office\,  218 W. 40th Street\, 12th Floor. New York\, NY 10018\, from 9:00 am -12:00 pm for a dynamic work session focused on setting. \n  \nSetting is more than just time and place—it’s the environment that shapes characters and influences mood. Students who understand setting see how context impacts the story and meaning. \nThis session will cover: \n\nVocabulary – descriptive language that paints vivid worlds.\nBuilding Background Knowledge – exploring cultural\, historical\, and geographical contexts.\nSkill Building – strategies for helping students analyze and create settings that enhance their narratives.\n\n  \nPlease note: Registration will close on Thursday\, January 8th. All attendees must register.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/world-building-creating-settings-that-speak-with-lit-c-r-e-w/
CATEGORIES:LIT C.R.E.W.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260304T164450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T164450Z
UID:10001361-1768392000-1768402800@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:6th Grade MS Career Exploration Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for teachers on the 6th grade scope of our career exploration curriculum.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/6th-grade-ms-career-exploration-teacher-training/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260304T164747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T164747Z
UID:10001362-1768492800-1768498200@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:6th Grade MS Career Exploration Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for teachers on the 6th grade scope of our career exploration curriculum.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/6th-grade-ms-career-exploration-teacher-training-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260106T174351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T174928Z
UID:10001345-1768901400-1768912200@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:Directors Convening- Driving Progress and Continuity: SMART Goals and Leadership Transitions in Afterschool Programs
DESCRIPTION:We invite program directors/coordinators to come together in person on Tuesday\, January 20\, 2026 \, from 9:30 am-12:30 pm at the ExpandED Schools office\, 218 W. 40th Street\, 12th Floor. New York\, NY 10018. \n  \nJoin us for an in-depth session designed for afterschool leaders in obtaining practical strategies to strengthen program outcomes in two critical areas: \n\n\nSMART Goals: Focus on monitoring progress and tracking outcomes to ensure programs are advancing as intended. Participants will explore methods to evaluate performance\, measure growth\, and make data-driven adjustments that keep programs on track. \n\n\nLeadership Transitions: Learn strategies for maintaining continuity during staff or leadership changes\, supporting teams\, and minimizing disruption to students and operations. \n\n\nAttendees will leave with actionable tools to monitor program progress effectively and manage leadership transitions smoothly\, ensuring sustained quality and impact in afterschool programs. Breakfast will be provided. \n 
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/directors-convening-driving-progress-and-continuity/
CATEGORIES:Program-support
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260304T165554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T165554Z
UID:10001363-1768996800-1769007600@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:7th Grade MS Career Exploration Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for teachers on the 7th grade scope of our career exploration curriculum.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/7th-grade-ms-career-exploration-teacher-training/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20251212T154917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T155634Z
UID:10001340-1769007600-1769011200@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:NYC STEM Education Network Provider Grant Orientation
DESCRIPTION:In order to facilitate a smooth process with this year’s grant partnerships\, we will be hosting a mandatory orientation to ExpandED School’s grant management system and an overview of the grantee experience for Spring 2026 partners. While blocked for one hour\, we do not expect this orientation to last more than 30-40 minutes. We look forward to seeing the outcomes of your STEM partnership with the district!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/nyc-stem-education-network-provider-grant-orientation-2/
CATEGORIES:STEM
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260304T165813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T165813Z
UID:10001364-1769011200-1769016600@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:7th Grade MS Career Exploration Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for teachers on the 7th grade scope of our career exploration curriculum.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/7th-grade-ms-career-exploration-teacher-training-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20251114T202923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T170313Z
UID:10001334-1769079600-1769083200@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:Educator Career Development Information Sharing & Discussion Group - January Topic - Assessing your A.I. Readiness and Needs
DESCRIPTION:The Educator Career Development (ECD) Information Sharing Discussion group has relaunched! Join education leaders and practitioners to discuss and share information about issues that affect our field.  The goals of the group are to share information and best practice solutions about: \n\nRecruitment and retention strategies\nMeeting the workforce development needs of new tutors\, youth development professionals and educators\nApprenticeship and residency programs and policy\nThe changing landscape of higher education and work\n\nClick the button below to register for the meeting on January 22\, 2026 @11am (AI in Education). \n  \n  \nUpcoming scheduled meetings:  \n\nMarch 26\, 2026 @11am ( Teacher Pipelines\, Apprenticeships & Residencies)\nMay 14\, 2026 @ 11am (Quality Workspaces\, Recruitment & Retention)\n\n  \nRegister to receive more information and RSVP for each individual meeting.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/educator-career-development-information-sharing-discussion-group-january/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/educator-career-development-information-sharing-discussion-group-january/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260304T170603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T170603Z
UID:10001365-1769097600-1769103000@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:8th Grade MS Career Exploration Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for teachers on the 8th grade scope of our career exploration curriculum.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/8th-grade-ms-career-exploration-teacher-training/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260304T170956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T170956Z
UID:10001366-1769169600-1769180400@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:8th Grade MS Career Exploration Teacher Training
DESCRIPTION:Training for teachers on the 8th grade scope of our career exploration curriculum.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/8th-grade-ms-career-exploration-teacher-training-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260209T181304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T181304Z
UID:10001350-1769176800-1769180400@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:FutureReady Cycle 2 Workplace Challenge Curriculum Overview
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to execute the workplace challenge curriculum
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/futureready-cycle-2-workplace-challenge-curriculum-overview/
CATEGORIES:Career-Connected Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260209T181542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T181542Z
UID:10001351-1769180400-1769184000@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:FutureReady Cycle 2 Internship Training Curriculum Overview
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to execute the internship training curriculum
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/futureready-cycle-2-internship-training-curriculum-overview/
CATEGORIES:Career-Connected Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20251125T203950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T154508Z
UID:10001338-1769248800-1769263200@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:Facilitating the Engineering Design Process with The New York Hall of Science
DESCRIPTION:Looking to support learners in planning\, building\, and testing their own designs? Join us to explore STEM facilitation techniques and activities focused on the engineering design process! \nThis session will feature TWO STEM Lessons from our curriculum and a chance to tour the New York Hall of Science in Queens!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/facilitating-the-engineering-design-process-with-the-new-york-hall-of-science-fy26-2/
CATEGORIES:STEM
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20260209T181852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T181852Z
UID:10001352-1769526000-1769529600@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:CareerReadySYEP: Building a High-quality partnership |
DESCRIPTION:This session provides an overview to school\nleaders about program design\, timeline\, and\nobjectives. In addition\, it explains the\nsignificance of collaboration between School &\nProvider\, as well as designated responsibilities\nto promote program integration with school\nculture
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/careerreadysyep-building-a-high-quality-partnership/
CATEGORIES:Career-Connected Learning
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T012817
CREATED:20251212T155125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T155125Z
UID:10001341-1769774400-1769778000@www.expandedschools.org
SUMMARY:NYC STEM Education Network Provider Grant Orientation
DESCRIPTION:In order to facilitate a smooth process with this year’s grant partnerships\, we will be hosting a mandatory orientation to ExpandED School’s grant management system and an overview of the grantee experience for Spring 2026 partners. While blocked for one hour\, we do not expect this orientation to last more than 30-40 minutes. We look forward to seeing the outcomes of your STEM partnership with the district!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/nyc-stem-education-network-provider-grant-orientation-3/
CATEGORIES:STEM
LOCATION:
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR