DROP-OUT NATION
Presenter: Stacey L. Watson, Executive Director of the South Buffalo Education Center
Room: Albany

This workshop serves as an overview for curriculum creation that excites, engages and retains the “at risk” youth learner. Participants will receive relevant and useful information that can be easily adapted into immediate classroom practices. Participants will receive information on Best Practices for Out-of-School Youth on the Drop-Out Nation Web, (released April 2010) which will provide individual log on, allowing on-going interaction and exclusive offers for educational materials.

ESL Program Success
Presenters: Diane Luckey, BRIDGE Case Manager, Fulton-Montgomery Community College,
Laura Lander, BRIDGE Coordinator, Fulton-Montgomery Community College,
Lacey Thomas, BRIDGE Case Manager, Fulton-Montgomery Community College
Room: Colonie

Are you searching for away to entice your ESL students, maintain their enthusiasm and help them progress successfully? Learn how to partner with technology, software and community agencies to run a successful ESL Program.

What’s Hot, What’s Not in Community Education!
Presenters: Teresa V. Brancato, Director, West Seneca Community Education,
Mike Swords, Director, Maryvale Community Education
Room: Schenectady

Find out what programs are bringing people in, what the “dogs” are, and get some great ideas for your next semester. Bring your brochures and successes for sharing.

Step Up Your Self Monitoring for a Successful Job Search!
Presenter: Robin DeLong, Literacy Specialist, Greater Southern Tier BOCES
Room: Troy

In today’s job market, it’s a challenge to find employment and an even bigger undertaking if one is not prepared with a stand-out résumé and ready to answer tough interview questions. In this workshop, you will explore tips, available resources and sample resumes that will assist your students in their job search.

Transitioning to Post Secondary Education and the Workplace: A Focus on Mathematical Skills – Part 1
Presenters: Connie Schwein, Regional Representative for Steck-Vaughn Publishers,
Linda Correnti, Principal, Manhattan Access GED Program
Room: Salon A

Earning a GED is no longer viewed as an end goal, but rather the opening of a door to postsecondary education, training programs, and the 21ST Century workplace. Where does the responsibility of adult educators end and the responsibility of postsecondary programs begin? What does it take to be “career to college ready” in mathematics? This session will focus on the mathematical skills necessary for students to move successfully into postsecondary training and the workplace, as well as provide sample materials for use in the classroom. After the break, look for Part 2 from 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

NYS & NRS Reporting – Part 1
Presenter: Rosemary Matt, NRS Liaison for NYS
Room: Salon B & C

This time will be dedicated to offering a comprehensive overview of the NYS Report Card, the NYS NRS Report and program level data. Rosemary will review program targets and benchmarks for FY10, the scoring rubric for FY10 and data collection and reporting policy changes. Learn how NYSED policy decisions shape program practice and an analysis of statewide target vs. program data. She will also answer questions regarding reporting as it informs policy. This is a great opportunity to look at the larger picture of NYS data and how it influences individual programs. After the break, look for Part 2 from 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Northstar Learning: Online Preparation and Assessment for the GED and Certification Exams
Presenter: Andrea Fontana, Upstate New York Program Consultant, Northstar Learning
Room: Salon F

Northstar Learning is an online, post-secondary preparation program that increases academic retention and improves test-taking abilities. Our program provides students and instructors with supplemental, interactive instruction, realistic assessments with instant feedback, and real-time progress reporting all designed to help students prepare for and pass the GED and certification exams.