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DUE January 10th, 2025
Attention Music Directors and Teachers -REGISTER NOW for the January 25th First Ever MusicFirst User Group Conference
Local Civics.io information session for School Leaders January 30. Local Civics transforms civics, college, and career pathways with badge-based learning, providing a tech platform and dashboards, standards-aligned curricular resources, professional development, and curricular coaching across schools and districts. Join LHRIC and Local Civics for this information session on bringing LocalCivics.io to your school.
Our next CS/STEAM Playdate is scheduled for January 30! Come learn about the Infento First Skills Build kit. This event is co-sponsored by PC University, a TLI Diamond Sponsor.
Registration is open for January 30, 9am-11:30am at LHRIC.
Tech Expo is NOW TWO Days
Reserve May 15th and 16th for a completely NEW learning experience for our region. Sign up for one day or two days but sign up soon before we open registration to non-members.
SPOTLIGHT: Programs and Services
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In the News
Missed the eSports Showcase on December 13? Read the recap here.
TLI’s ASCD/ISTE: Transformational Learning: if you missed our TLI Kick-Off event don't worry — you can learn about what transpired. We were reminded of joy, curiosity, and the importance of MVPs!
NYSED TECH PLAN UPDATES
The due date to submit updates to District Instructional Technology Plans has been extended to June 30, 2026. All currently approved District Instructional Technology Plans remain approved through June 30, 2026. No waiver or additional approval is needed to extend approval through June 30, 2026.
Learn about this year’s 2024 Distinguished Administrators and Teacher TELL award winners! As we start the year, be on the lookout for future award winners.
Join Sessions and Events from LHRIC and Vendor Partners
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
LHRIC Offices Closed
LHRIC - Lower Hudson Regional Information Center -
Virtual/ Online event
AI for the Interested
Dive into the world of artificial intelligence with our AI for the Interested sessions. This 30-minute open agenda session is designed for educators who are curious about AI and want to explore its potential in the classroom. Bring your questions and join us for an engaging discussion where you can learn about AI tools, get practical tips, and discover how AI can enhance your teaching practices. Whether you're new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this session is the perfect opportunity to satisfy your curiosity and gain valuable insights. These sessions will take place on Mondays at 3:30, January-June.
Connection Information:
https://lhric-org.zoom.us/j/94062927018?from=addon
Meeting ID: 940 6292 7018
Passcode: 771076LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Nearpod for the diverse learner
Learn how to create interactive slides and lessons that will engage learners and expand teacher resources. Nearpod is a program that takes presentations and slideshows to a new engagement level, promoting varied student responses, learning styles, and includes differentiation features, such as Immersive reader and Virtual Reality simulations. Nearpod's extensive library of educational content for learning and life skills saves time and allows any lesson to be "digitized” and enhanced with opportunities for student feedback and interaction. Step into your next comfort level and understand how this easy-to-navigate product can be integrated into both live and remote classrooms. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Online Course Provided by NYSCATE- Rolling enrollment
Register for online courses in partnership with NYSCATE. Enrollment is open throughout the year and participants have until June 30, 2025 to complete all course requirements. Current available courses include:
CSDF in Science Class
CSDF in Art Class
CSDF in ELA Class
CSDF in Math Class
Creating Effective Supports and Scaffolds for ELL/ML Learners
CSDF for Grades 2,3
CSDF for Grades 4-6
CSDF for Grades 7-8
CSDF for Grades K-1
LHRIC Instructional Technology -
Virtual/ Online event
Provided by NYSCATE: ViewSonic webinar - esports: From Classroom to Career
How Esports Creates Pathways to Prosperity in Education, Industry, and Global Competitions
Join ViewSonic and the National ESports Association as we explore how esports equip students with essential future skills—such as adaptability, digital fluency, creative problem-solving, and global collaboration—helping the class of 2037 thrive in rapidly evolving industries and a tech-driven world. Esports serves as a forward-thinking model for modern education.
LHRIC Instructional Technology