Professional Development/Events

Throughout the year, the NYS-MEP collaborates with outside agencies, as well as experts within the MEP to provide Professional Development (PD) workshops that are intentionally geared towards Migrant Educators and staff. Seasonally, also find opportunities and events that are available for NYS-MEP students. Select titles below to read more and register!

By way of newsletters and the NYS-MEP website, training opportunities provided by various community and state partners are promoted, such as:

eTeachNY - A coalition of education partners who have come together to support the implementation of the Teaching in Remote Learning Environments (TRLE) Initiative. Educators can register, free of charge for asynchronous recorded PD and/or synchronous learning opportunities listed on the main PD Calendar & News page.  Find out more!

Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (RBERN) - Technical assistance support centers that aim to establish regionally-based resources for the improvement of instructional programs and practices for ELLs.  Read more!



(SESSION 2) Fundamental Reading Skills Series ~ Evidence-based Assessment and Instruction: Phonics & Fluency
(2025) Do you have students who struggle with accurate word recognition skills and/or reading fluency? These skills CAN be assessed and taught! This year’s four-part series targets phonics and fluency for students of all ages. Learn how to identify when students have gaps or confusions in word…
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New Employee Website Tour
(2025) This is an informal time for you as a new employee to the NYS-MEP that will help ground you in your new position. During our time together we will navigate the NYS-MEP website and explore timely and relevant resources.
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Delivering and Differentiating Instruction to OSY
(2025) During this workshop, participants will learn how OSY learn differently than in-school students, and will receive tips and strategies for serving these students effectively. We will also discuss how to differentiate instruction based on student interests, availability, and literacy level.
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Navigating ENL Programs in Schools as the Migrant Educator (Part 1)
(2025) Part 1- Learn the basics of how English as a New Language (ENL) programs work in schools, so you can support students and parents. Learn some of the definitions, what the NYS policy requires, and the rights of students and parents.
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CAMP: The Need-to-Know for Keys to Success
(2025) We will discuss how students qualify for CAMP and what to expect at the Keys to Success event along with the required paperwork. We will also answer any questions that you may have.
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Parent and OSY Workshop - Protect Yourself Against Wage Theft
(2025) Join us for an overview of wage protections, including changes to the minimum wage and the overtime threshold for farmworkers. We will also discuss common wage theft schemes, strategies for protecting yourself against wage theft, and what you can do if you are a victim of wage theft. 
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What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)?
(2025) The purpose of “What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)” is to gain a foundational understanding of the entire IEP process, including but not limited to, the Committee on Special Education (CSE), the roles and responsibilities of all parties, the various components of the IEP, and…
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Parent Coffee Hour
(2025) Save the date! More details coming soon!
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(SESSION 3) Fundamental Reading Skills Series ~ Evidence-based Assessment and Instruction: Phonics & Fluency
(2025) Do you have students who struggle with accurate word recognition skills and/or reading fluency? These skills CAN be assessed and taught! This year’s four-part series targets phonics and fluency for students of all ages. Learn how to identify when students have gaps or confusions in word…
Read more
Navigating ENL Programs in Schools as the Migrant Educator (Part 2)
(2025) Part 2- Learn the basics of how English as a New Language (ENL) programs work in schools, so you can support students and parents. Learn some of the definitions, what the NYS policy requires, and the rights of students and parents.
Read more

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