Core Connection Course Catalog
ACARC’s Best Books of 2024
As literacy educators, we know there’s nothing like getting lost in a great book! Find out what’s new in Children’s and Young Adult literature as three local experts share their top recommendations for readers of all ages…
Developing Numerical Fluency Book Study
In this Book Study of Developing Numerical Fluency, teachers will learn how to help students to develop numerical understanding versus just memorizing facts. We'll look at instructional processes that support lasting fluency development and classroom structures and activities for building fluency…
In the Moment: Conferring in the Elementary Classroom Book Study
This Book Study of In the Moment: Conferring in the Elementary Classroom will take an in-depth look at how the process of conferring works, how to create classroom conditions for conferring, how to respond to student thinking, addressing challenges when conferring and using conferring as formative assessments…
Quiet Wisdom: Continuing our Exploration of Contemplative Practices in Teaching- Fall 2024 Series
Inspired by Quiet Wisdom: Exploring Contemplative Practices in Teaching, this all new session of Quiet Wisdom will dive deeper into some previously explored contemplative practices for educators, as well as expand our repertoire of self-care for transitions, new seasons, and holidays…
Guided Math in Action K-5 (Second Edition) Book Study
In this Book Study of Guided Math in Action K-5 (Second Edition), participants will unlock powerful strategies for effective guided math lessons, differentiated small group instruction and assessing learning…
Understanding and Supporting Students who Struggle with Substance Abuse and Addiction: Invitation to Change
In this ITC Training (Invitation to Change Approach®) you will learn evidence-based ways to understand the motivations behind substance use and other compulsive behaviors, along with motivational strategies that improve communication and promote change...
Making Sense of the NYSSLS 3-Dimensions through Mini-Lessons
This course is designed to help increase teacher and student confidence with these less familiar components of NYSSLS. In this completely asynchronous course, we will dive into the large collection of CCC and SEP mini-lessons available on The Wonder of Science site…
World Arts Pedagogy: Building Empathy in Arts Courses
In World Arts Pedagogy: Building Empathy in Arts Courses, participants will explore the intersection of global arts practices and the development of empathy in educational settings. This course examines how diverse artistic traditions, cultural expressions, and creative processes can serve as powerful tools for fostering empathy among learners. Drawing from a wide range of artistic disciplines-including visual arts, music, dance, theater, and storytelling-this course equips educators and artists with strategies to integrate empathetic engagement into their teaching…
Reading Strategies 2.0
In this online Book Study of Jennifer Serravallo's newest book, Reading Strategies Book 2.0, participants will learn and implement evidence-based reading goals and supportive strategies to utilize with all learners…
What The Science of Reading Says About Writing
Join us for a study through What The Science of Reading Says About Writing by Jennifer Jump and Hillary Wolfe. Participants will explore key topics such as the writing process, grammar, and syntax and build understanding of key words, definitions and examples…
Children’s Literacy: Encouraging Identity Awareness Through Conversation and Composing
Let's dive into children's literature and explore possibilities that promote identity building and encourage children to develop a love and a passion for writing. We'll explore several different authors' such as Peter Reynolds, Grace Byers and Wendy Ewald to name a few…
Cultivating Classroom Belonging: A Deep Dive into “We Belong: 50 Strategies to Create Community and Revolutionize Classroom Management”
Through the comprehensive framework of We Belong, participants will unearth 50 actionable strategies designed to foster authentic relationships, establish safe learning spaces, and cultivate social-emotional competence among students…
The Need to Read Award-Winning Books Series: Part 3: National Book Award, the Edwards Award and the Schneider Family Book Awards
As educators, finding time to read can be difficult. But we need to, especially when it comes to the award-winning books. This self-paced asynchronous online course will expose participants to various awards winners and discuss how they can be shared with students…
Using AI to Scaffold Student and Teacher Creativity
Join us to explore strategies for leveraging artificial intelligence to support, not supplant, creativity. We will investigate the use of AI to foster brainstorming, idea generation, divergent thinking, troubleshooting and iterative refinement with the goal of increased confidence in our capacity to be creative…
Yoga and Mindfulness in the Classroom II: More Practices to Enhance Student Learning
This course will expand on the work done in Yoga and Mindfulness in the Classroom: Strategies and Practices to Enhance Student Learning. We will focus more on practicing chair yoga poses geared for the classroom, develop more “formal” sequences, and learn how to use props and tools to assist students. We will also further build on strategies for working with neurodivergent populations and ensuring our practices remain trauma informed…
NYSSLS Aligned Labs, Demos, and Simulations - Spring 25
How many times have you thought of a concept for a science lab or seen a simulation and would love to apply it but don't have the time to make it GREAT and NYSSLS aligned? Or you use it and it flops because you hastily put it together. This course will be an opportunity to work together to create well done, well thought out labs, demos, and simulation activities that will WORK, be effective, and be aligned with our science standards…
History is Herstory Too: Part Two
In History is Herstory Too: Part Two, educators will deepen their understanding of the pivotal role women have played throughout history, with a focus on underrepresented figures, movements, and contributions. Building on the foundation laid in Part One, this course explores the intersectionality of gender, race, class, and culture in shaping historical events and societal change…
Empowering Educators: Integrating AI Tools in the Classroom - Spring 25
In this course, we will explore ChatGPT, Google Gemini, MagicSchool, and many other AI tools that can enhance your classroom learning experiences. Join us on this exciting journey towards reshaping the future of education through the thoughtful and purposeful integration of AI in the classroom…
The Collaborative Math Classroom: Launching a Student Centered Mathematical Community Book Study
In this Book Study of The Collaborative Math Classroom: Launching a Student Centered Mathematical Community you'll learn how to establish a structure within your classroom while developing a collaborative, student-centered community. This classroom community will include a variety of resources, collaboration among students and recognizing signs to celebrate…
Engaging NYSSLS Lessons and Units PLC
In this course, participants will use a variety of resources to modify and develop lessons that engage students and transition to the NYSSLS classroom. We will also look at unit design through storylines and see how bundling standards can save time and increase student engagement…