Hudson Valley RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

New! 3/26/26 Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visit: Suffern CSD Dual Language Grades K-2 - Biliteracy Stations and Data-Informed Instruction

Join us for the Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits, where districts across the region will come together to learn from each other's programs and approaches. Each visit focuses on a specific topic, offering opportunities for both visiting and hosting districts to share ideas, ask questions, and exchange valuable feedback. These visits are designed to foster collaboration and inspire new insights that can enhance programs across the Hudson Valley.

Suffern CSD has launched an instructional approach in its K-2 Dual Language program to more intentionally meet the needs of multilingual learners. This visit will highlight the implementation of Biliteracy Stations, a student-centered framework grounded in data-informed decision-making, responsive instruction, and strengthened collaboration between Dual Language and ENL teachers. Participants will observe a dedicated instructional block designed to target specific student needs using MCLASS data, identified language strengths, and targeted skill goals.

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2/9/26 CEEP Support Session #2 - via Zoom

2/10/26 Raising Awareness: Immigration and Unaccompanied Minors - Some Things You Need to Know - at Rockland BOCES

2/10/26 Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: Port Chester Middle School

2/11/26 Pre-referral Considerations for ELLs - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

2/11/26 Strategies for Instruction and Assessment of ELLs - via Zoom - for Ulster BOCES

2/12/26 Actionable Engagement: Tools and Strategies for Teaching High School ELLs - at Dutchess BOCES

2/24/26 Discovering AI-Enhanced Technology Integration and Instructional Strategies for ELLs/MLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

3/5/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Rockland BOCES

3/10/2026 - Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: North Rockland Seal of Biliteracy - at North Rockland High School

3/11/26 A Tale of Two Regulations, Special Education and Part 154 - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

3/11/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - for Ulster BOCES - via Zoom

3/13/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Dutchess BOCES

3/24/26 Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: Brewster HS SIFE Bridges Program

3/25/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

3/25/26 Pre-referral Considerations for ELLs - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

3/25/26 A Tale of Two Regulations, Special Education and Part 154 - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

4/8/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

4/22/26 A Tale of Two Regulations: Special Education and Part 154 - at Ulster BOCES

5/13/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

5/26/26 Countering AI Bias: Strategies to Center ELLs and All Students - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

6/3/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

6/4/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - at Rockland BOCES

6/11/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - via Zoom - for Dutchess BOCES

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

CUNY Initiative on Immigration and Education

Trauma-Informed Practice for Supporting Immigrant Students CTLE Course

This virtual module will focus on best practices for supporting students of immigrant origin in PreK-12 classrooms. You will learn how to identify possible trauma indicators in our learning communities, explore trauma-informed pedagogical practices, and come up with plans to support students and their families.

Sessions

• Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 6:00-8:30 PM via Zoom

• Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 6:00-8:30 PM via Zoom

• Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 6:00-8:30 PM via Zoom

Deadlines

• Application deadline: Friday, February 13, 2026

• Confirmation of Placement on: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

There is an additional 6.5 hours of asynchronous group and independent work.

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Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

Hudson Valley RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

• 2/5/26 Discovering AI-Enhanced Technology Integration and Instructional Strategies for ELLs/MLs - at Rockland BOCES

• 2/9/26 CEEP Support Session #2 - via Zoom

• 2/10/26 Raising Awareness: Immigration and Unaccompanied Minors - Some Things You Need to Know - at Rockland BOCES

• 2/10/26 Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: Port Chester Middle School

• 2/11/26 Pre-referral Considerations for ELLs - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

• 2/11/26 Strategies for Instruction and Assessment of ELLs - via Zoom - for Ulster BOCES

• 2/12/26 Actionable Engagement: Tools and Strategies for Teaching High School ELLs - at Dutchess BOCES

• 2/24/26 Discovering AI-Enhanced Technology Integration and Instructional Strategies for ELLs/MLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 3/5/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Rockland BOCES

• 3/10/2026 - Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: North Rockland Seal of Biliteracy - at North Rockland High School

• 3/11/26 A Tale of Two Regulations, Special Education and Part 154 - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

• 3/11/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - for Ulster BOCES - via Zoom

• 3/13/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Dutchess BOCES

• 3/24/26 Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: Brewster HS SIFE Bridges Program

• 3/25/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 4/8/26 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

• 4/22/26 A Tale of Two Regulations: Special Education and Part 154 - at Ulster BOCES

• 5/13/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - at Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES

• 5/26/26 Countering AI Bias: Strategies to Center ELLs and All Students - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 6/3/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 6/4/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - at Rockland BOCES

• 6/11/26 New York State ELL Identification Workshop - via Zoom - for Dutchess BOCES

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

CUNY Initiative on Immigration and Education

Immigration and Education Information Sessions

These free 90-minute interactive sessions are designed to help current and aspiring educators and CBO staff members learn, act, and advocate for an equitable education for immigrant-origin students and their families. These sessions are open to all community members engaged in educational settings or in partnership with institutions of learning.

They are offering two sessions this winter: 

• Friday, January 30, 2026, 5:00-6:30 PM | Register for this session here.

• Friday, February 6, 2026, 3:30-5:00 PM | Register for this session here.

Events

Manhattanville University School of Education & PNW BOCES

Changing Suburbs Institute®: "Why THIS is the Moment" – Connection, Care, and Courageous Commitment
Friday, March 13, 2026, 9:00-2:00 PM, Reid Castle, Manhattanville University

The day will feature a keynote address by Wilmer Chavarria, Superintendent of Schools in the Winooski School District (VT), along with interactive learning sessions and meaningful opportunities to connect across roles and organizations.

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CUNY Initiative on Immigration and Education

Stronger Together Conference: Fortifying School & Community Partnerships for Immigrant Families
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 10:00-3:00 PM, The City College of New York, Great Hall at Shepard Hall

The 2nd annual CUNY-IIE Conference will highlight the critical role of partnerships between community organizations and PK-12 schools in supporting immigrant communities.

For more information and to register click here.

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: North Rockland CSD - Seats are still available!

Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visits: 
North Rockland CSD/Theills Elementary School

Seats are still available!

Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 9:30-12:00 PM
Thiells Elementary School, 78 Rosman Road, Thiells, NY 10984

Join us for this Hudson Valley Learning Exchange Visit, where districts across the region come together to learn from each other's programs and approaches. Each visit focuses on a specific topic, offering opportunities for both visiting and hosting districts to share ideas, ask questions, and exchange valuable feedback. These visits are designed to foster collaboration and inspire new insights that can enhance programs across the Hudson Valley.

North Rockland CSD recently shifted its Transitional Bilingual Program to a Dual Language program, beginning in the early grades and growing out the new program to new grades each year. Their approach to program development, including board proposals, Dual Language leadership team development, stakeholder buy-in and program design are a highly effective example of how to grow a new DL program. North Rockland recently hosted New York State and U.S. Department of Education representatives to showcase their Dual Language Program, recognized as a "Bright Spot" for fostering bilingualism and cultural diversity in young learners.

Register