Course Offerings for Fall 2025

LISA BERGMANN

15 HOURS- 1 CREDIT

*FREE*

DATES: THURSDAY 9/25 AND TUESDAYS 10/14, 11/25, 12/16, 1/20, 2/24, 3/24, 4/14, 5/5, 5/26 (6/2 MAKEUP IF NEEDED)

TIME: 4:00-5:30PM

THIS COURSE IS FOR NON-TENURED EDUCATORS WITHIN THE DISTRICT

The Ossining P.R.I.D.E. is a professional learning community that paves the pathway to success for our new educators in the Ossining Learning Community. Our goal is to co-create thriving, inclusive cultures in our schools, where all students succeed in heart and mind. We continue to shift toward student-centered teaching and learning, where every child feels seen and heard, and every educator is empowered. See email from Lisa Bergmann for more details.

*You must attend all workshops to receive credit for 15 hours = 1 Credit*

SHAMAR WATSON & YOCASTA JIMENEZ

15 HOURS - 1 CREDIT

FEE: $125 OTA / $75 OSS/CSEA

DATES: SATURDAYS 9/20, 9/27

TIME: 8:30-4 PM

This workshop will introduce educators to the principles of Hip-Hop Therapy, a unique approach that leverages the elements of DJing, Graffiti, B-boying, and Hip-Hop culture-MCing, Knowledge-for personal development, self-expression, and engaging learning. Each session will focus on one of the five elements, demonstrating how educators can integrate these principles to foster creativity, connection, and healing within their classrooms.

WENDY DALE & IMANI BOLING

45 HOURS - 3 CREDITS

FEE: $300 OTA / $150 OSS/CSEA

DATES: TUESDAYS 9/30, 10/28, 11/18, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/7, 4/28, 5/19 SNOW DATES: 3/17, 5/12

TIME: 4-7 PM

SEED is a national peer-led professional development program that creates conversational communities to drive personal, organizational, and societal change toward greater equity and diversity. We seek to increase awareness of the challenges and advantages of the many kinds of diversity in our lives and their impact on school culture. As educators, it is imperative to be aware of our own biases, to self-monitor our prejudices and to become proactive in our dealings with students to promote a culture of understanding and respect. The course is open to all educational professionals who seek to promote equity and achievement in their school setting.

HOLLY FREEHILL

15 HOURS - 1 CREDIT

FEE: $125 OTA / $75 OSS/CSEA

DATES: THURSDAYS 9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30

TIME: 4-7PM

Harness the power of positive reinforcement to shape even the toughest behaviors in your classroom. By understanding the role of positive reinforcement in building self-esteem and motivation, you can create a long-term behavior modification plan that creates sustainable change.

LISA BERGMANN

4 CTLE HOURS

FREE COURSE

DATE: SATURDAY 9/27

TIME: 9AM-1PM

The Ossining Union Free School District offers our newest colleagues a first year support program with an experienced educator as a guide. This training is designed and offered for educators who are new to mentoring or for those who would like a refresher on training. The course will focus on creating a tool box for preparing you to mentor, creating a culture of learning, Charlotte Danielson's work with regards to The Framework for Teaching and the elements of our mentor program here in Ossining.

ALLISON BACON

15 HOURS - 1 CREDIT

FEE: $125 OTA / $75 OSS/CSEA

DATES: THURSDAYS 9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30

TIME: 4-7 PM

This fun and practical 5-session course will introduce you to the basics of artificial intelligence and how it can save you time, spark creativity, and support all learners. You’ll get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT, explore ways to personalize instruction, and even try out student-friendly AI activities. No tech expertise needed—just come ready to learn, experiment, and walk away with ideas you can use right away!

ALLISON BACON

45 HOURS - 1 CREDIT

FEE: $375 OTA / $225 OSS/CSEA

DATES: TUESDAYS 9/16, 10/7, 10/21, 12/2, 12/16, 1/6, 1/20, 2/3, 2/24, 3/3, 3/24, 4/21, 5/5, 5/26, 6/2

TIME: 5-8PM

This is a virtual course, which will run all year. In this course, you’ll explore how to use technology in tech integration models like: RAT, SAMR, NYS Digital Fluency Standards, Google Workspace, Canva, podcasting, and even AI. Each session focuses on a practical topic, and by the end, you’ll have a portfolio of work you can use right away.

MARY CATHERINE HILLMAN

2 CREDITS

*FREE

DATES:  WEDNESDAYS 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17, 1/21, 2/11, 3/25, 4/15, 5/20, 6/3

TIME: 4-5:30 PM

A Yearlong Book Study of the book Joy! Growing Strong Throughout Your Seasons of Life as a Teacher and Leader by Timothy D. Kanold. All educators are welcome to join in on this unique opportunity to learn and grow with colleagues throughout the district! *Book must be purchased prior to 9/17.