Model Schools

Model Schools Core

The LHRIC Model Schools Core Service is a shared regional instructional technology service provided by the LHRIC
Instructional Technology Department. Through the Core Service, member districts have access to an annual catalog
of professional learning workshops, special events, webinars, demonstrations, and self-paced, online courses,
facilitated by highly qualified professional development coaches. Fifty districts in the tri-county region participate
in the LHRIC Model Schools program, and member districts are involved in the design and direction of the
Core Service to meet the needs of the region.

The Core Service provides shared professional learning opportunities focused on key issues and topics in
instructional technology. Model Schools sessions and courses are open to all instructional staff, support staff,
administrators, and paraprofessional staff in member districts. Customized consulting is available for Core
Service member districts for on-site professional development, at an additional fee.

Membership includes:

  • Unlimited participation in professional learning sessions and webinars offered throughout the year at the LHRIC Facilities and satellite locations
  • Virtual instructional technology coaching using synchronous and asynchronous technology
  • Access to skilled instructional technology staff with a wide breadth of perspectives and experiences
  • Access to customized professional development for Member Districts, priced by published per diem rates and delivered by LHRIC Staff or LHRIC consultant
  • Access to specialized video and digital content, highlighting best practices from within our region

Event registration is done via Professional Learning Management.  Model Schools professional development sessions are eligible for NYSED CTLE credit.

Workshop registration in Professional Learning Management

WHAT AREAS OF EXPERTISE DOES MODEL SCHOOLS ADDRESS?

•Artificial Intelligence in K-12
• Teaching in Active and Flexible Learning Environments
• Reaching All Learners with Accessibility Tools
• Starting and sustaining an eSports club/program
• Virtual and augmented reality technologies
• Coding, programming and robotics
• Social media in instructional settings
• Digital Fluency and Citizenship
• Digital storytelling and video creation
• Leadership, support and strategies for implementing the NYS CS/Digital Fluency Standards
• Blended and online learning strategies and solutions
• General skill development: Google Workspace for Education/Microsoft Office 365
• Tools and strategies for online collaboration

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

OPTIONAL SERVICES FOR MEMBERS: CUSTOMIZED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Optional coaching models are available upon request.  Two popular examples are listed below: