Upcoming Workshops
ASISTS Basics
Date/Time: Thursday, September 28, 2023 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Kate Tornese
This training will walk users through all of the new ASISTS Data Entry screens, with explanations of “why” data is collected as well as “where” to enter it. Additionally, a review of basic security policies, procedures, and best practices will be included.
NOTE: This training is usually not held in a computer lab. Attendees are welcome to bring their own laptop to follow along, but the training is less about the mechanics of data entry and more about the underlying logic of the data collected.
This training is meant for new users, but more experienced users are welcome.
6 hours professional development hours.
BEST Plus Refresher
Capacity: Limited to 15 attendees. 12 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Thursday, September 28, 2023 5:00PM – 9:00PM
Location: Levittown, NY
Instructor(s): Susan Shiloni
For previously certified BEST Plus Test Administrators, this training offers a comprehensive review of BEST Plus 2.0 Test. Pre-registration is required.
4 hours professional development hours.
Please allow extra time as workshop will begin promptly at 5:00 PM.
BEST Plus Test Administrator Training
Sorry, this workshop is full and is no longer accepting new registrations.
Capacity: Limited to 14 attendees. 0 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Sunday, October 01, 2023 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Location: Levittown, NY
Instructor(s): Susan Shiloni and Phyllis Trautman
For new BEST Plus Test Administrators, participants will practice administering the print-based or computer-based version of the test and familiarize themselves with the scoring rubric. They will receive a test administrator guide. Prior authorization from your Program Administrator is required to attend this workshop.
A total of six (6) staff development hours will be awarded to attendees.
Please allow extra time as workshop will begin promptly at 9:00 AM.
ASISTS Reports
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 04, 2023 9:30AM – 1:30PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Kate Tornese
This training will include demonstration of the Management and Funding Reports interfaces as well as a detailed look at all of the reports available in ASISTS. In some cases, a review of the data entry screens that affect certain reports will be included.
This training is NOT meant for new users, it is aimed at ASISTS users who have a basic understanding of data entry and/or who have attended the ASISTS Basics training in the past.
This training is NOT about NRS policy – it would be preferable, but is not required, for attendees to already have participated in NRS Policy Training.
4 hours professional development hours
HSE Network Meeting
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 11, 2023 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Martin G. Murphy, Ph.D.
This meeting is open to all HSE preparation programs as well as testing agencies. During this meeting, we will review the Four Pathways available to earn an HSE diploma and discuss current updates from NYSED/ACCES/AEPP.
BEST Plus Test Administrator Training
Capacity: Limited to 20 attendees. 15 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Thursday, October 12, 2023 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Susan Shiloni and Virginia Guarino
For new BEST Plus Test Administrators, participants will practice administering the print-based or computer-based version of the test and familiarize themselves with the scoring rubric. They will receive a test administrator guide. Prior authorization from your Program Administrator is required to attend this workshop.
A total of six (6) staff development hours will be awarded to attendees.
Please allow extra time as workshop will begin promptly at 9:00 AM.
ESL to HSE - The Path Our Students Travel - AM
Capacity: Limited to 30 attendees. 17 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Saturday, October 14, 2023 8:30AM – 11:30AM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Susan Giuliano
As students progress through beginner ESL to HSE/GED, what are the skills they need as they grow? Academically, where have they been, where are they going? What are their goals? Let's explore tools and assessments to support our students as they navigate through their educational journey.
Incorporating Numeracy into ESOL Instruction
Capacity: Limited to 40 attendees. 37 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Saturday, October 14, 2023 8:30AM – 11:30AM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Sara Izquierdo
Are you comfortable teaching math in your ESOL class? If not, this workshop will provide ways to integrate the language of math concepts into your teaching. The goal is not to become math teachers, but to find ways to prepare our students to meet the mathematical demands of everyday life. Activities include "Numberless Word Problems", measuring and graphing, and Unit Chats.
Lunch will be provided to those who attend the full day conference.
AEPP-Case Manager Training
Capacity: Limited to 30 attendees. 29 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Saturday, October 14, 2023 8:30AM – 11:30AM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Lisa Rodriguez
This case management training has been designed by NYSED's Office of ACCES-Adult Education Program and Policy (AEPP) for all case managers in adult education programs funded under Employment Preparation Education (EPE) State aid, Welfare Education Program (WEP), WIOA Title II, and Adult Literacy Education (ALE) Funding. Case managers will learn the ACCES-AEPP priorities and be able to share them with their students. Topic areas such as the 4 pathways to a NYS High School Equivalency Diploma, the adult education intake process, and identification of the barriers to employment will be covered. It is expected that case managers will also become very familiar with quality resources within their own community and actively support their students by referring students to these resources.
3 hours PD.
Lunch will be provided to those who stay for the whole conference.
ESL to HSE - The Path Our Students Travel
Capacity: Limited to 30 attendees. 28 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:00PM – 3:00PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Susan Giuliano
As students progress through beginner ESL to HSE/GED, what are the skills they need as they grow? Academically, where have they been, where are they going? What are their goals? Let's explore tools and assessments to support our students as they navigate through their educational journey.
Lunch will be provided to attendees of full-day conference.
Using Videos and Commercials in the ESL Classroom
Capacity: Limited to 40 attendees. 29 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:00PM – 3:00PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Sara Izquierdo
A great video can be the basis of a discussion, grammar lesson, written response, vocabulary lesson, and much more. We will watch a number of short films and commercials to see how we can use them in our classrooms. We will also find sources and effective uses for videos specifically designed for English learners. Participants will leave with a number of great videos and associated activities.
Lunch will be provided to those who attend the full day conference.
AEPP-Case Manager Training - PM
Capacity: Limited to 30 attendees. 29 remaining registrations available.
Date/Time: Saturday, October 14, 2023 12:00PM – 3:00PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Lisa Rodriguez
This case management training has been designed by NYSED's Office of ACCES-Adult Education Program and Policy (AEPP) for all case managers in adult education programs funded under Employment Preparation Education (EPE) State aid, Welfare Education Program (WEP), WIOA Title II, and Adult Literacy Education (ALE) Funding. Case managers will learn the ACCES-AEPP priorities and be able to share them with their students. Topic areas such as the 4 pathways to a NYS High School Equivalency Diploma, the adult education intake process, and identification of the barriers to employment will be covered. It is expected that case managers will also become very familiar with quality resources within their own community and actively support their students by referring students to these resources.
3 hours PD.
Lunch will be provided to those who stay for the whole conference.
TABE Test Administrator Workshop
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Martin G. Murphy, Ph.D.
This workshop will focus primarily on the new standardized procedures for administering and scoring the TABE 11 & 12 using the new TABE Directions and Scoring Guides. It will provide participants with a brief overview of the TABE 11 & 12, highlighting the differences in its format and content. Participants will compare and contrast the four levels of the TABE tests and analyze the types of questions asked on the test and the depth of knowledge required of the examinee to successfully respond to these questions. They will understand how the test aligns with state standards. Lastly, they will be able to correlate the test results with the NRS Levels and properly place students at the appropriate levels.
Six professional development hours will be awarded to attendees.
TABE Test Administrator Workshop
Date/Time: Tuesday, January 23, 2024 9:30AM – 3:30PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Martin G. Murphy, Ph.D.
This workshop will focus primarily on the new standardized procedures for administering and scoring the TABE 11 & 12 using the new TABE Directions and Scoring Guides. It will provide participants with a brief overview of the TABE 11 & 12, highlighting the differences in its format and content. Participants will compare and contrast the four levels of the TABE tests and analyze the types of questions asked on the test and the depth of knowledge required of the examinee to successfully respond to these questions. They will understand how the test aligns with state standards. Lastly, they will be able to correlate the test results with the NRS Levels and properly place students at the appropriate levels.
Six professional development hours will be awarded to attendees.
HSE Network Meeting
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Location: Huntington Station, NY
Instructor(s): Martin G. Murphy, Ph.D.
This meeting is open to all HSE preparation programs as well as testing agencies. During this meeting, we will review the Four Pathways available to earn an HSE diploma and discuss current updates from NYSED/ACCES/AEPP.