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What does resilience actually look like?In this episode of CA Today, host Kelli Cullen, Community Schools Coordinator, speaks with Jomar Gomez, Behavior Management Coordinator at Randolph Academy, about resilience and grit—brought to life through real experiences. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the conversation moves beyond definitions to share personal and professional stories of overcoming adversity.Jomar reflects on his own journey with resilience and how it shapes the way he supports students facing some of life’s toughest moments. Honest, inspiring, and deeply human, this episode highlights the power of turning challenges into purpose.🎧 Tune in for:Real examples of resilience and gritInsights from supporting students through adversityA personal story that inspires growth and connectionAn episode that’s meaningful, timely, and worth the listen.Thank you to today's hosts!   ⁠Kelli Cullen⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Community Schools CoordinatorJoin us!     View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!    Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

Join todays episode to hear an interview with Matt Bucholz of CABOCES. He is the STEM Coordinator for Instructional Supports Services. He helps districts with the Trout in the Classroom program. This podcast also includes audio footage of Julie Sylor and her class at Franklinville Elementary School as they released their fish into the Ischua Creek.Thank you to today's hosts!   Rick Weinberg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development    Matt Bucholz- CABOCES STEM Coach Join us!     View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!    Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

Join in for a dynamic conversation with Sarah Cartmill, Lindsay Simpson, and Brooke Neamon, as we explore how SUNY New Paltz literacy cohorts and LETRS training are transforming reading instruction across the CA region. In this episode, you’ll hear real stories from teachers and administrators, collected by Brooke Neamon, about how deepening their understanding of the Science of Reading is reshaping classroom practice—and leadership decisions. We break down the Big 5, highlight why comprehension is the ultimate outcome, and connect this work to the Portrait of a Graduate and CRSE principles. A fast-paced episode filled with practical insights, regional voices, and a clear look at what effective literacy instruction looks like today. Thank you to today's hosts!    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development    ⁠⁠⁠Sarah Cartmill⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brooke Neamon⁠⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development  Resources From Today's Episode    - Bringing The Joy To Reading Through Science of Reading- Sold A Story podcast ⁠⁠- Shifting The Balance - National Reading Panel Report- Scarborough's Reading Rope- NYSED Literacy Briefs- NYSED CRSE Framework- Portrait of a Graduate Attributes- The Reading LeagueJoin us!     View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!    Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

This episode takes listeners inside a regional eSports tournament held on Friday, December 12 at Jamestown Community College, where students from various districts came together to compete, collaborate, and connect. Through interviews with students and coaches, the episode explores how eSports supports key Portrait of a Graduate competencies such as communication, collaboration, critical and creative thinking, adaptability, and citizenship. It also highlights how eSports creates a powerful sense of belonging for students who may not traditionally participate in athletics or other extracurricular activities and how experiences like this extend learning beyond the classroom to help students build confidence and interpersonal skills. This conversation emphasizes that eSports is not just about competition, but about preparing students to thrive in school, careers, and life. For more information about regional eSports opportunities or other similar student program events, contact Karen Insley, Student Programs Program Manager at CA BOCES, at [email protected] you to today's hosts!  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rick Weinberg⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Technology Coordinator/Professional Development   ⁠Brooke Neamon⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional DevelopmentJoin us!    View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!   Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connectwith today's hosts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom!

What does it take to thrive in STEM as a young woman? In thisinspiring episode of CA Today, host Rick Weinberg sits down with an extraordinary all-female VEX Robotics team from Wellsville Central School District. These trailblazers share their journey through the world of competitive robotics—from local regionals to the global stage.Discover how VEX Robotics has shaped their aspirations for future careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. Hear firsthand about the essential skills they’ve mastered—collaboration, communication, and teamwork—and how these experiences have empowered them to break stereotypes andlead with confidence.Whether you’re an educator, a parent, or simply passionate about innovation and equity in STEM, this conversation will leave you inspired and energized.🎧 Tune in now and celebrate the future of STEM leadership!Thank you to today's hosts!   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rick Weinberg⁠⁠⁠⁠- Technology Coordinator/ProfessionalDevelopment   Lindsay Simpson- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional DevelopmentResources From Today's Episode     Women in STEM StatisticsJoin us!    View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!   Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connectwith today's hosts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school orclassroom!

In this episode of CA Today, host Lindsay Simpson sits down with two fellow CABOCES Coordinators—Bonnie Wagner, Special Education Coordinator, and Sarah Cartmill, Curriculum Coordinator—to unpack the power of Project-Based Learning (PBL). Fresh from a regional training with PBLWorks, they share insights on how PBL transforms classrooms into student-centered environments that foster engagement, equity, and future-ready skills. We explore how PBL connects to IEP goals, supports transition services, and creates authentic opportunities for literacy growth. From scaffolding strategies to building confidence through public presentations, this conversation highlights practical ways educators can make learning meaningful for all students. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How PBL helps embed IEP goals and supports diverse learners. Strategies for increasing student motivation and ownership through real-world projects. Ways PBL integrates literacy skills across content areas. How PBL aligns with Portrait of a Graduate competencies like collaboration, critical thinking, and communication. Tips for starting your first PBL unit with confidence.  Thank you to today's hosts!    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development    ⁠Sarah Cartmill⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development  Bonnie Wagner- Special Education Coordinator  Resources From Today's Episode    PBLWorks – Explore resources and training for Project-Based Learning. Join us!     View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!    Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts:    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

In this episode, Lindsay Simpson and Tessa Levitt unpack the New York State Numeracy Briefs released in May 2025. They explore how these resources support K–12 educators in reflecting on math instruction, promoting equity, and embedding best practices. From early numeracy to high school algebra, the conversation highlights practical examples, reflective questions, and ways districts can use the briefs to guide professional learning and curriculum decisions. Thank you to today's hosts!   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development   Tessa Levitt- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Resources From Today's Episode   K-12 Math Instructional Website  Contains Numeracy Briefs, Math Practices, and strategies for the most asked areas surrounding math best practices  First In Math NYSED Website  Interested in rostering your district? Contact Nan RonisJoin us!    View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!   Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts:   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

This episode of CAToday focuses on an interview with Starr Sackstein. Starr has a great deal of experience in education. She does a lot of work with schools around eliminating traditional grading. Not just standards-based grading, which she says is a good first step, but also removing grading in place of a conversation with a student who advocates for themselves. Students demonstrate their learning through a discussion with the teacher. This podcast touches briefly on AI in education and the concept of Maslow before Bloom's. If you need more information on this podcast, please email [email protected]. Thank you to today's hosts!  Rick Weinberg⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development  Resources From Today's Episode  Visit Star's website featuring her publications, podcasts, resources, and more!Join us!   View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!  Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

Welcome back to CA Today, your go-to podcast for educators in the Cattaraugus-Allegany region! In this special back-to-school edition, hosts Lindsay Simpson and Kelli Forster share practical advice, uplifting messages, and real-world wisdom to help educators start the school year strong. This episode features: Short clips from teachers across New York State offering advice to new and veteran educators Highlights from Gerry Brooks, principal, author, and social media personality known for promoting positive school climate and culture Insights from Joy Kelly, co-author of Handle With Care and keynote speaker at CABOCES All Staff Day Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned administrator, this episode is packed with strategies and inspiration to help you build relationships, foster a positive school culture, and take care of yourself and your students.  Thank you to today's hosts!  ⁠⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development  Kelli Forster- Community Schools Coordinator  Resources From Today's Episode  ⁠Handle with Care: Managing Difficult Situations in Schools with Dignity and Respect by Joy Kelly, Jimmy Casas  The Teacher Clarity PlaybookSEL Playbook  John Hattie's Visual Learning Matrix of High Impact StrategiesJoin us!   View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up!  Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts:  ⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom!  

This episode is your ultimate guide to professional development opportunities happening this summer in the Cattaraugus-Allegany region. From emotional intelligence to digital fluency, Lindsay Simpson and Brooke Neamon walk you through a jam-packed lineup of camps, conferences, and career-building events designed to energize your teaching and inspire your practice.Thank you to today's guests! ⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Brooke Neamon- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Join us!  Click below to share registration information with the individual who is responsible for Professional Development registration in your district for any workshop that you heard in today's episode: SEL Camp- June 30 and July 1  Math Magic- July 9–10  ELA Summer Camp - July 15–17 Dream It Do It Week - July 21–25 Math 6-12 CLC - July 22–23 TCIS July 22–24 Transforming Education Through Creation, Challenge, and Choice (Summer TECCC Camp)- August 5–7Intro Universal Design for Learning - August 11View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view all upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

In this episode, Lindsay Simpson, Janelle Freer, Sarah Cartmill, and Alex Freer explore how aligning ELA and Social Studies standards can enhance student learning. They discuss shared skills like argument writing, source evaluation, and vocabulary development, emphasizing the importance of cross-disciplinary literacy. Practical strategies and tools—like the Bookmark Tool and “Because, But, So”—are highlighted to help teachers support critical thinking and evidence-based writing across content areas. In addition, Alex Freer shares resources available through Learning Resources that teachers and students can utilize to support this work in their instruction.  Thank you to today's guests! Alex Freer – Digital Resources and Technology Coordinator  Janelle Freer- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Sarah Cartmill- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Lindsay Simpson- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Resources From Today's Episode Insignia to Kids Discover/Castle Learning  Login questions: contact Alex Freer  The Bookmark Tool ELA Standards Social Studies Standards Writing revolution ExplicitInstruction.org  Partner work Join us!  View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative, responsible for registration, sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

In this special episode of CA Today, we honor May's Mental Health Awareness Month with an insightful conversation between CA BOCES Community Schools Coordinator, Kelli Forester, and local pediatrician, Dr. Kate Johnson-Clark. Dr. Kate shares her expertise on the mental health challenges faced by young individuals, debunks common misconceptions, and offers practical strategies to support our children's mental well-being. Thank you to today's hosts! ⁠Kelli Forester- Community Schools Coordinator ⁠Resources From Today's Episode 988 (New York State 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): Parent and Caregiver Resources  ⁠Join us!  View our⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshops and CLC opportunities to find your tribe! Connect With UsDon't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen!  Email us at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about, such as what's happening in your school or classroom! 

Join Lindsay Simpson, Jenna Tost, and Janelle Freer as they unpack their biggest takeaways from the Innovative School Summit! This episode is all about being intentional in the classroom and staying connected to your "why" as an educator. We’ll share insights from inspiring sessions, practical strategies for implementation, and valuable resources to keep you motivated!Thank you to today's hosts!⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development⁠⁠Jenna Tost⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional DevelopmentJanelle Freer- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional DevelopmentResources From Today's Episode ·⁠Innovative Schools Conference WebsiteSpeakers:Dr. LaQuanta M. Nelson- Boss EducatorGerry Brooks- Principal- Author of "Go See The Principal: True Tales From the School Trenches"Dr. Tracey Severns Jessica SinarskiDr. Melissa Sadin  Ducks & Lions: Trauma Sensitive ClassroomsResources and Strategies: Flipping Your LidRiley The Brave Books- Jessica SinarskiWhat's Inside Your Backpack - Jessica SinarskiProfessional Quality of Life ScaleACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) SurveyUDL and AI Resource FolderJoin us! View our⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshops and CLC opportunities to find your tribe!Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠Email us at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Join host Rick Weinberg as he delves into the exciting world of regional VEX Robotics competitions with special guest Sean Conklin, Coordinator of Arts Integration and Extra Curricular Events. In this episode, Sean explains what VEX Robotics is and the valuable learning experiences it offers students. Discover how participating in VEX Robotics helps students develop essential skills such as communication, public speaking, collaboration, and problem-solving. Plus, hear firsthand accounts from students competing in this year's tournaments, sharing their insights and experiences.Thank you to today's guests!Rick Weinberg⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development⁠Sean Conklin- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional DevelopmentResources From Today's Episode ·Extra Curricular Activity Coordinator (COSER 506) websiteJoin us! View our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up!Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠Email us at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Join Bonnie Wagner and Sarah Cartmill as they delve into their key takeaways from the Dyslexia Simulation. This episode is filled with essential information regarding assistive technology tools and inspiring instructional strategies that emphasize the influence of technology and the Science of Reading on the future of education. Explore innovative methods for efficiently managing classroom time and understand the importance of inclusive technology in educational environments. Thank you to today's guests! Bonnie Wagner- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Sarah Cartmill- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Resources From Today's Episode · Dragon Naturally Speaking Microsoft Dictate and Immersive Reader Google Docs Voice Typing International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Reading Rockets The Reading League Join us! View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠ Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Join Lindsay Simpson and Rick Weinberg as they dive into their top takeaways from the NYSCATE 2024 conference. From groundbreaking tools to inspiring keynote moments, this episode is packed with insights into how technology is shaping the future of education. Learn about innovative ways to manage classroom time, the power of inclusive technology, and exciting trends like AI and AR in education.  Resources From Today's Episode  ⁠ClassroomScreen.com - teacher tools and gadgets   ROK ID- 3D Glasses  Jordyn Zimmerman- keynote speaker  This is Not About Me- Documentary    Join us!   View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up!  Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts:  Lindsay Simpson- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development  Rick Weinberg- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development  ⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom! 

In this episode of CA Today, hosts Rick Weinberg and Justin Shumaker welcome Bruce Markesun to discuss the incredible Virtual Field Trip opportunities available at the Baseball Hall of Fame. Bruce provides an inside look at the engaging and educational virtual programs offered by the Hall of Fame, which bring history, culture, and the love of the game right into the classroom. Justin highlights how educators in the Cattaraugus-Allegany region can seamlessly integrate these experiences into their curriculum with support from CABOCES Distance Learning. Thank you to today's guests! Bruce Markusen- Manager of Outreach Learning for the Baseball Hall of Fame Resources From Today's Episode Center of Interactive Learning & Collaboration Streamable Learning (available through Insignia) Join us! View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: Rick Weinberg- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Justin Shumaker- Distance Learning Coordinator Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode of *CA Today*, we sit down with Tim Cox, Deputy Superintendent of Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES (CABOCES) and Tim Clarke, Assistant Superintendent of ISS of CABOCES, to dive into the upcoming changes to graduation requirements and the creation of the "Portrait of a Graduate". We explore how the "Portrait of a Graduate" aims to shift graduation requirements away from traditional exams and credits, focusing instead on the essential skills and competencies students need to succeed in life beyond high school. From culturally responsive education to hands-on learning experiences like capstone projects and community service, Tim shares how the new vision will shape students’ educational journeys and better prepare them for their futures. Listen in to learn how this visionary approach balances flexibility with high standards and why it represents an exciting future for students, educators, and districts across New York State! Thank you to today's guests! Tim Cox- Deputy Superintendent of CABOCES Tim Clarke- Assistant Superintendent of ISS of CABOCES Resources From Today's Episode Updates to Graduation Measures (11/5/24) Board of Regents Meetings NYSED Blue Ribbon Commission Use the link below to find a CLC that fits your role to hear updates from New York State! Join us! View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode of CA Today, Rick Weinberg shares an inspirational interview with educational presenter, Will Richardson, on how schools can adapt to prepare students for a rapidly changing, tech-driven future. Listen as they explore ideas on rethinking education and integrating technology to equip students with skills for challenges we are just beginning to face! Join us! View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠⁠Rick Weinberg -⁠Curriculum Coordinator/Tech Integrator Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode of CA Today, we dive into the essential strategies teachers use to start the school year off right. We explore how to build strong relationships with students, create a welcoming and affirming classroom environment, and effectively integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) into back-to-school routines. Our guest educators share their experiences, insights, and practical tips on managing classrooms, engaging diverse learners and fostering a positive learning community from day one. Thank you to today's guests! Mary Guildford- Belfast Central School District Heather Francisco- Wellsville Central School District Eric Baldwin- Bolivar-Richburg Central School District Stephan Ahl- Olean City School District Join us! View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development ⁠Rick Weinberg -Curriculum Coordinator/Tech Integrator Cece Fuoco- School Library Systems Director Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Join hosts Lindsay Simpson and Brooke Neamon as they highlight the exciting professional development opportunities available this summer from the Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES ISS Team. In this episode, discover workshops ranging from the "Social Emotional Learning Camp" to the "Summer Math Institute," and hear about featured speakers like YA author Jeff Zentner and resilience expert Duncan Kirkwood. Whether you're an educator looking to enhance your skills or seeking fresh inspiration, this episode is packed with invaluable information you won't want to miss. Tune in and get ready for a summer of growth and learning! Check Out Resources and Events Shared In Today's Episode: SEL Camp Flyer Summer TECCC Camp Brochure Summer Math Workshop Brochure YA Author Workshop Join us! View our ⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and have your district representative who is responsible for registration sign you up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: Lindsay Simpson⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Professional Development Brooke Neamon⁠- Curriculum Coordinator/Tech Integrator Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Kelli Forster, Community Schools Coordinator, brings on Bre Abbott to discuss strategies, tips, and resources all educators can use and share with families around promoting wellness, avoiding burnout, and understanding the stigma around Mental Health. Check Out Resources and Events Shared In Today's Episode: Go Noodle Connecting Communities In Action Facebook Page Rural Minds American Foundation For Suicide Prevention TIC CAT Trauma Symposium @ St. Bonaventure University⁠ Do you, or someone you know, need to speak to someone after hours regarding domestic violence? Call 1-888-945-3970 Join us! View our ⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities on Artificial Intelligence and more and share with the individual in your district responsible for registering participants. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠Kelli Forster ⁠⁠⁠- CABOCES Staff Specialist/Community Schools Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Steven discusses his data around the use of Artificial Intelligence in a school outside of the Chicago area. Hear his findings on student preference between Ai generated writing and student-created products! Join us! View our ⁠registration page ⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities on Artificial Intelligence and more and share with the individual in your district responsible for registering participants. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: Rick Weinberg⁠⁠- CABOCES Staff Specialist/Model Schools Email us at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Join host Lindsay Simpson as she explores the New York State Science of Reading initiative with Tessa Levitt and Sarah Cartmill from Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES. You will hear an overview of the Science of Reading initiative, detailing its implementation and significance statewide as well as its practical application, debunking misconceptions and strategies to integrate its principles into daily instruction seamlessly. They discuss the pivotal role of administrators in fostering widespread adoption and share success stories that highlight the initiative's positive impact. Episode Resources Looking to review the Literacy briefs released by NYSED? Check them out here! Thinking of beginning a book study in your district supporting the Science of Reading? See some recommended texts below: The Writing Revolution by Judith C. Hochman and Natalie Wexler The Writing Rope by Joan Sedita, M. Ed. The Knowledge Gap by Natalie Wexler Shifting the Balance (K-2): 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom  Shifting the Balance (3-5): 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Upper Elementary Classroom is co-authored with Katie Egan Cunningham and Kari Yates Join us! View our registration page to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities and share with the individual in your district responsible for registering participants. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ⁠Lindsay Simpson ⁠- CABOCES Staff Specialist Tessa Levitt- CABOCES Staff Specialist Sarah Cartmill- CABOCES Staff Specialist Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Hosts Lindsay Simpson and Brooke Neamon traveled recently to Orlando to attend the Future Education Technology Conference (FETC). While there, we took note of some of the most popular and engaging tech tools that were being offered, and we decided to highlight some of those tools in this month's podcast. These are some of the tools that we reference in this episode: - Sphero Indi - Diffit -Magic School AI -Chat GPT -Canva We should mention that for all educators in the CA BOCES region, we have the popular Sphero Indi available to loan from Learning Resources. Please visit the Insignia page for more details and to sign it out on loan to use at your school. In addition to these other great tools, we attended a great session on Adobe Express⁠. We interviewed Brooke Lowery from FriedTech, who was one of the presenters from the session. Adobe Express is a digital creation tool that makes creation in the classroom a breeze for both educators and students. If you would like to learn more about how to use Adobe, Brooke shared links to some self-paced Educator Courses that you can take to familiarize yourself with the platform. Also, see the contact information at the bottom of the show notes for more Adobe Express resources. If you are an educator within the Cattaraugus Allegany BOCES region, please visit our registration page to find upcoming Professional Development opportunities. On this page, you will also find information for our Summer TECCC Camp 2024, which will take place on August 6, 7, and 8th. If you are interested in learning more or if you have questions, you can contact the hosts of today's podcast at [email protected] and [email protected]. Thank you for tuning in! Adobe Express Contact Information: Follow Brooke Lowery: Brooke Lowery ⁠@B_OutoftheBox⁠ friEdTech: @friEdTechnology  People to follow on Social Media from Adobe:  Claudio Zavala: @ClaudioZavalaJr Wezi Thindwa: @weziRthindwa  Jesse Lubinsky: @jlubinsky Martha Bongiorno: @MrsBongiornoEdu

Join us for an interview with Dr. Angelia and Nate Ridgway. The Ridgways are a mother and son team who focus on educational technology and best practices. The Ridgways are coauthors of Don't Ditch that Tech and they were the keynote speakers for the CA BOCES Summer Tech Camp 2023. You can read their blog and find out more about them at Teaching From the Ridge. In the interview, Nate also discusses his newest book, Breaking the Blockbuster Model, about how to engage students in the classroom using educational technology. They also discuss Chat GPT and other AI technologies and answer the question that many of us have been asking, "Will Artificial Intelligence be able to replace teachers in the classroom?" Tune in to find out their answer!

Dr. Denny Wilkins, Professor at the Jandoli School of J/MC at St. Bonaventure University talks with me about writing, the evolution as it relates to news and technology. In the age of instant answers, we dive into how teaching basics of Questioning/Curiosity and how the fundamentals still have a place in the classroom. Don't Forget To Connect!Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: Sarah Cartmill ⁠- CABOCES Staff Specialist Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Join us in this enlightening podcast episode as we delve into the evolution of science instruction in alignment with the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). We'll explore the transformation from traditional lecture and memorization techniques to more engaging methods that emphasize exploration and investigation, all while discussing the implementation of Required Science Investigations and the invaluable science resources available through CABOCES Learning Resources to enhance science education. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of science instruction! Don't Forget To Connect!Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: Lindsay Simpson - CABOCES Staff Specialist Kelli Grabowski - CABOCES STEM Coordinator Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

This episode is hosted by Karen Insley ([email protected]) and Clay Nolan ([email protected]) and introduces Scholastic Challenge which is an event hosted by Student Programs each year. Scholastic Challenge is a tournament-based event where teams of students answer academic trivia questions to earn points to make their way to the final round. The format of this episode is set up like a Scholastic Challenge match, first overviewing the rules of each round and then having participants partake in each of the question rounds. But, there's a twist. The questions all deal with information regarding Instructional Support Services (ISS) at CA BOCES. Take a listen, play along, and enjoy the two-tracks of learning what Scholastic Challenge and ISS all entails! Don't forget to connect! Subscribe and review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter @CATodayPodcast. Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom! Instructional Support Services website Learning Resources website Professional Development website Student Programs websiteInsignia Database Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Welcome to Season 4 of the CA Today Podcast! Today's episode hosts are Rick Weinberg and Lindsay Simpson. As VEX Robotics teams prepare for their upcoming season, Rick and Lindsay throwback to highlights from the last VEX Competition of the 2022-2023 school year. In this episode you will learn what is involved in VEX Robotics, the process students and their teams must go through to build their robot, challenges they must overcome, why students love VEX, and big takeaways from their experiences as a team. Would you and your team be interested in competing in this year's VEX Robotics competitions in the Cattaraugus-Allegany region? Contact Karen Insley, Program Manager for Student Programs ([email protected]), for additional registration information. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠⁠⁠ Connect with today's hosts: Lindsay Simpson - CABOCES Staff Specialist Rick Weinberg - CABOCES Technology Integrator Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In honor of Summer Tech Camp, which is right around the corner, enjoy a re-release of one of our most listened episodes, an interview with Matt Miller! Matt is an innovative educator and author who co-wrote the text, Don’t Ditch That Tech with Dr. Angelia Ridgeway and Nate Ridgeway. The Ridgeways are the feature keynote speakers for this year's camp! Haven’t registered yet? Don’t miss out! Register here or contact Laurie Sledge with questions! 2023 Summer Tech Camp August 15th and 16th 2023 Olean Main CA BOCES Center Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠⁠⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

CA Today is back! Listen for details for the new season, when to listen, and topics this season will cover!

Sarah Wittmeyer⁠ and Ryan McGinnis have the pleasure to sit down AGAIN with Summer Tech Camp's Keynote speaker, Matt Miller, of the Ditch That Textbook series. Matt is a high school Spanish teacher who has some really amazing and innovative ideas for teachers who are interested in transforming the way that they teach. For more information, check out his blog, ⁠ditchthattextbook.com⁠, or follow Matt on Twitter ⁠@jMattMiller⁠. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and Ryan McGinnis digest the year of COVID-19. We reflect on the year of learning our region and teachers have done, the growth we've seen, and what is next! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer, Ryan McGinnis, and Mark Beckwith reflect on NYSCATE 2019, sharing out some of the top presentations they attended! Topics in this episode include: Wakelet Using Microsoft Flow to improve applicable processes in an organization Tools to address social-emotional learning and music education Popular eSports Vendors Cellphone Etiquette presentation by Liz Roth from Spencerport, NY Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Sarah Wittmeyer and Ryan McGinnis have the pleasure to sit down with Summer Tech Camp's Keynote speaker, Matt Miller, of the Ditch That Textbook series. Matt is a high school Spanish teacher who has some really amazing and innovative ideas for teachers who are interested in transforming the way that they teach. For more information, check out his blog, ditchthattextbook.com, or follow Matt on Twitter @jMattMiller. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Sarah Wittmeyer and Brendan Keiser talk about their journey with podcasting and creating and developing the CA Today Podcast. They go over 5 steps to consider if you're thinking about starting a podcast that will take your idea and help make it a reality! Also, Brendan has some exciting news to share! Some of the resources we shared in this episode are: SoundzAbound Garage Band Anchor Canva Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Clay Nolan and Ryan McGinnis talk about CABOCES Summer Tech Camp, coming this summer on August 20th and 21st. We will be hosting author and ed-tech guru, Matt Miller (@jmattmiller) of Ditch That Textbook and Ditch That Homework. Check out his blog here! Also, we shine a light on many area teacher presenters from our region! If you're interested in learning more about Summer Tech Camp or registering to attend, please visit register.caboces.org. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Brendan Keiser and Sarah Wittmeyer sat down with CA BOCES Senior Program Manager for Professional Development, and their boss, Tim Clarke, to talk all about the art of leadership. What does it take to be a leader of leaders? How do you support your team in taking risks? How do you empower and grow the skills of your team members? And from a regional perspective, what are effective school leaders doing that are bringing their students and schools success? Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Brendan Keiser and Sarah Wittmeyer sat with Rob Griffith (CABOCES) for a comprehensive conversation about social studies curriculum and instruction. We discussed the new Regents exams, the Social Studies framework, the benefits of an inquiry approach to social studies education, and even apps and technology tools you can use to support your student's understanding of historical documents and more! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

According to the Department of Education, there are enough students suspended each year to fill 45 Super Bowl stadiums. Brendan Keiser sat down with Jillian Putnam, Katie Mendell, and Mark Carls to learn about a different approach to discipline and building relationships with students through Restorative Practice. Their conversation highlighted the origin and characteristics of restorative practices, how it works in tandem with existing codes of conduct, how community circles work, and so much more! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

The opportunities that exist today to transcend classroom walls and bring the world to our students are remarkable. Participating in virtual field trips is one way for teachers to do just that! Sarah Wittmeyer and Shannon Dodson sat down with Distance Learning Technical and Support Specialist, Carrie Oliver, to learn more about virtual field trips. Their conversation covers what platforms exist, what teachers in our region have done, and how to go about setting one up! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode of CA Today, to kick off the New Year, we decided to explore some of the great educational technology and best practices that were shared at this past November's NYSCATE Conference! I sat down with several colleagues to learn about everything I missed this year. Special thanks to Rob Miller, Clay Nolan, Mark Beckwith, and Mark Carls for filling me in on all things NYSCATE, such as: line PD Hemingway App Jamboards Merge Cubes Hackathon STEAM Nights and more! Spoiler Alert: Listen for some shout-outs to local districts that had teachers present at NYSCATE! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Brendan Keiser and Sarah Wittmeyer sit down to discuss their recent learning experience with Larry Ainsworth regarding prioritizing standards. During their conversation, they share the value in prioritizing standards, the process of selecting which standards to prioritize, and what next steps should be taken with curriculum and instruction. Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

CA BOCES recently hosted Lisa Murphy (@OoeyGooeyLady) to share her expertise with the region on developing an engaging experience for primary classrooms. Lisa was kind enough to sit down with Brendan Keiser for an after-conference interview! We discuss the importance of developmentally appropriate practices, the role of play, the need for educators to be defenders of choice, and so much more! You do not want to miss this! Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Sara Wittmeyer and Brendan Keiser chat with CABOCES Curriculum Coordinator, Mark Beckwith, about accessibility in schools. We explore new website accessibility regulations, as well as various technology tools that educators can use in their classrooms to ensure that all students can actively participate during lessons. Resources Mentioned In This Classroom: Web Aim Section 508 Microsoft Translator Microsoft Education Blog- Immersive Reader Note Flight Graspable Math Grackle Docs Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter ⁠@CATodayPodcast⁠ Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

Summer is over and we hope the school year is off to a fantastic start! In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and co-host Shannon Dodson sit down with Cuba-Rushford's Middle School Principal, Katie Ralston to discuss the Actionable Ideas for Leaders workshop that was offered to our region's administrators after Todd Whitaker's visit to the region. Katie Ralston shares her takeaways with regard to developing school culture, mission statement and vision, self-reflection, lifelong learning, and more. Don't Forget To Make a Connection! Follow us on Twitter @CATodayPodcast Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode: Sara Wittmeyer sits down with two of our region's newest teachers, Mark Levine from Genesee Valley CSD and Hannah Weaver from Cuba-Rushford Central School, to discuss their first year in the classroom. We talk highlights, memories, experiences with New Teacher Academy, and more! Tell us about your memories from your first year or advice you would give to a first-year teacher. Follow us on Twitter @CATodayPodcast Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and co-host Rob Miller discuss all things technology in the classroom. The hosts square off in an "App-Off" highlighting tech tools teachers should consider utilizing in their classrooms. We share innovative apps to use with students and some apps to increase communication in and outside of the classroom. Rob Miller takes us through the SAMR Model and we learn how to implement the model into lessons and how it provides teachers an easy way to work technology into their lessons. We also shine the light on ISS team member Tessa Levitt and hear from her about her current learning journey through some game-changing texts from the Dave Burgess Publishing Company- Teach Like A Pirate and Lead Like A Pirate! Our Wrap With An App highlights Ryan McGinnis' newest find, MergeCube. Bring your lessons to life through holograms you can hold in the palm of your hand! Use the software MergeCubeSDK to build your own apps. Apps Featured In This Episode: DOINK: Open the door of possibilities with the use of green screen video in your classroom Remind: A private mobile messaging app to connect to students and parents Micro:Bit: A tiny programmable computer used to teach coding FlipGrid: Use video to amplify student voice in the classroom Nintendo Lab: A newly released DIY gaming system Don't Forget To Connect! Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Follow us on Twitter @CATodayPodcast Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

On this episode of CA Today, we traveled to Houghton College to talk with Dr. Sunshine Sullivan and Dr. David Bruce of the University at Buffalo to learn about writing with video. Our conversation focused on why educators should incorporate video into their writing instruction, fun projects that area educators are developing, the upcoming Student Film Festival, and information about this summer's Writing With Video Institute that takes place at Houghton College from July 16-20th! Don't Forget To Make Connections! Follow us on Twitter @CATodayPodcast Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!