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SUMMARY:Design Like a Pro: Canva for Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Canva is more than a graphic design tool\, it’s a powerful platform for creating literacy-rich learning experiences. Participants will learn how to design visually engaging lesson materials\, vocabulary resources\, anchor charts\, newsletters\, digital presentations\, social media graphics\, student projects\, book trailers\, and classroom displays. This workshop will help educators elevate literacy instruction through purposeful visual communication and creative design. \nLiteracy Connections \n\nVocabulary \nReading Comprehension \nGraphic Organizers \nStudent Presentations \nBook Trailers \nFamily Engagement \nLiteracy Campaigns\n\nA light breakfast will be served for in person training 
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/design-like-a-pro-canva-for-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:STEM Educators Academy: Site Leadership Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join leaders from elementary and middle school afterschool sites to learn about your place in STEM Educators Academy for the 2026-2027 school year! \nThis is a virtual event held on Zoom. The Zoom link to register will be available to you through email and on this page after you register. I look forward to holding space with you!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/stem-educators-academy-site-leadership-orientation-2026-2/
CATEGORIES:STEM
LOCATION:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/stem-educators-academy-site-leadership-orientation-2026-2/
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SUMMARY:Icebreakers That Build Readers (K-5) & (6-8)
DESCRIPTION:Great literacy experiences begin with connection. Icebreakers That Build Readers introduces educators to fun\, low-prep games that do more than energize a group. They intentionally strengthen vocabulary\, oral language\, communication\, and community building. Designed specifically for out-of-school time programs\, these engaging activities help students build confidence\, develop language skills\, and create meaningful relationships while fostering a love of literacy from the very beginning.   \nParticipants will experience and leave with ready-to-use games that can be adapted for a variety of age groups and literacy levels\, making it easy to create welcoming environments where every student is excited to participate and learn.   \nA light breakfast will be served for in person training \nEvent is now full.
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/icebreakers-that-build-readers-k-5-6-8/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Building Harmonious Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:Managing a classroom is a group effort between the facilitator and participants. In this session\, best practices and strategies for building a harmonious classroom will be discussed. This is an interactive session. Come ready to listen\, learn\, and share. \nThis course is a companion to “Your Classroom Management Style and Principles” which covers attitudes and experiences individuals bring into their classrooms. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/strategies-for-building-harmonious-classrooms/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/strategies-for-building-harmonious-classrooms/
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Literacy - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Building Strong Readers Through Oral Language  \nReading begins long before children read their first word. Oral language provides the foundation for vocabulary\, comprehension\, and communication. In this interactive workshop\, participants will explore how meaningful conversations\, storytelling\, read-alouds\, dramatic play\, and collaborative discussions help students develop the language skills necessary for successful reading.  \nEducators will experience engaging activities that build listening\, speaking\, vocabulary\, and academic language while creating opportunities for every child to find their voice.  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/lets-talk-literacy-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T091500
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SUMMARY:Directors Convening Leadership Lab — The Science of Starting Strong
DESCRIPTION:The Leadership Lab brings program directors together to connect\, exchange ideas\, and collaboratively problem‑solve the challenges of program start‑up and early‑year leadership. Through guided discussion\, hands‑on activities\, and peer learning\, program directors build practical strategies they can immediately apply. Each program director leaves with a clear next step to strengthen staff culture\, program quality\, and site operations from day one. \nEvent Location: ExpandED Schools \n218 West 40th Street\, 12th Floor \nNew York\, NY 10018 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/leadership-lab-the-science-of-starting-strong/
CATEGORIES:Program-support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T100000
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SUMMARY:Icebreakers That Build Readers (K-5) & (6-8)
DESCRIPTION:Great literacy experiences begin with connection. Icebreakers That Build Readers introduces educators to fun\, low-prep games that do more than energize a group. They intentionally strengthen vocabulary\, oral language\, communication\, and community building. Designed specifically for out-of-school time programs\, these engaging activities help students build confidence\, develop language skills\, and create meaningful relationships while fostering a love of literacy from the very beginning.   \nParticipants will experience and leave with ready-to-use games that can be adapted for a variety of age groups and literacy levels\, making it easy to create welcoming environments where every student is excited to participate and learn.   \nA light breakfast will be served for in person training \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/icebreakers-that-build-readers-k-5-6-8-3/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Career Pathways in Education
DESCRIPTION:There are many paths to become and build an education career in New York State. There are also many different options from early childcare\, tutoring\, youth development\, teaching\, and other education roles. In this session\, learn about some of those paths and receive resources to help you make decisions about your future. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/career-pathways-in-education/
CATEGORIES:Educator Career Development
LOCATION:https://www.expandedschools.org/event/career-pathways-in-education/
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