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Teacher Center

New York’s Teacher and Computer Training Centers were established by the New York Legislature in 1984 under Education Law 316. At present there are approximately 130 centers serving school districts throughout the state. They collaborate with public and private teachers, schools, districts, institutions of higher learning, and other education stakeholders. Our Center, the Cayuga-Onondaga Teacher Center, serves the nine local component school districts of Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES and the private and parochial schools in our region.

We provide a variety of services and programs to enhance the professional development of teachers. The knowledge and skills acquired by our teachers supports their classroom instruction and has a positive impact on students’ academic and social performances. The Center made a concerted effort to involve the regions private and parochial schools in its 2017-2018 activity. They are encouraged to make use of all of the professional development programs offered by the Center. We have also maintained a productive relationship with Syracuse University, making use of the valuable human resources of their staff which enriches the program offerings of the Teacher Center.

The Center is governed by a Policy Board whose members are selected from the component school districts. While a majority of the board members are teachers, administrators and parents, higher education and the private and parochial schools are also represented on the Board. The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES serves as the Local Education Agency (LEA), as a sponsor of the Teacher Center.

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Congratulations to our 2024-2025 Action Research and Collegial Circle Applicants!

Action Research:

  • Christina Lupo-Auburn-Owasco-Exploring AI Tools for Elementary Educators: A Hands-On Approach
  • Prin Furst-Auburn High School-Strategies in the Science Classroom that Support ELL Students
  • Jennifer Gabak-Auburn Elementary-Lunch Bunch
  • Kelly Guy-Port Byron-Grade 6-Utilizing IXL Diagnostic Assessment Tool Kit in 6th Grade Math RTI
  • Elizabeth Cuddy/Kathleen Becker-
  • Janie Campbell/Erin IaIa-Moravia High School-More than a School Store Part 2
  • Jessie Brown-Auburn-Instructional Coach-Phonological Awareness
  • Laura Falzarano-Auburn-Instructional Coach-Phonological Awareness
  • Stefan Kowalski/Nicholas Musso-Instructional Coaches, Auburn-Delta Math
  • Melissa Picciano-Auburn-Instructional Coach-Improving Phonemic Awareness

The Teacher Center is offering an exciting staff development service. Beginning the first semester of this school year, a Request for Proposals (RFP) to engage in Action Research projects will be available. Potential participants should review all information included prior to applying for an Action Research Project. Of particular importance are the requirements for the participation of a research team and the financial incentives. Teachers may submit only one Action Research application.

 

Collegial Circle Teams:

  • Brian Bealer, Louis Spagnola, Prin Furst, Brandon Keysor
  • Laura Falzarano, Melissa Picciano, Jessie Brown, Meghan Parry
  • Anne Herrling, Kerri Musso, Nicholas Musso, Stefan Kowalski
  • Cara DeJohn, Jon Sgarlata, Aja Hahn, Jen Bell
  • Lylian Eunice Moreno, Johanna Leonardi, Janna Fiermonte-Rodriguez
  • Kathy MaGruder, Erin Young, Jo-Ann Trice, Stephanie Donzella
  • Marcella Didio, Amanda Bova, Linda Linn, Karen Marsden, Kristi Newton
  • Anne Montreal, Bridget Patterson, Monique Ryan

The Cayuga Onondaga Teacher Center Policy Board is happy to again announce the availability of an exciting professional development opportunity. The program Collegial Circles provides teachers with structured time for reflection on classroom practices. The program enables teachers to take responsibility for identifying and satisfying needs for professional growth. It establishes a formal teacher support vehicle for sharing expertise through group processes. 

New this year: Project Based Learning Year 1 Pilot

  • Brianna Boilier-CO BOCES
  • Michele Gendron-Port Byron
  • David Graf-Port Byron
  • Teal Nanna-Port Byron
  • Marissa Netti-Port Byron
  • Stephanie Porten-Moravia
  • Ashley Ryan-Moravia
  • Heather Seymour-CO BOCES
  • Jeremiah Shillingburg-Port Byron
  • BOARD MINUTES

    Minutes will be posted once they are approved by the Policy Board.

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Center Hours

  • Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Wednesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thursday: 8:00am - 12:00pm

Please call ahead to make an appointment to visit the Teacher Center as hours may change.

Services

  • Professional Development Workshops and Conferences
  • Professional Library
  • Lending Library of Books and Equipment 

2024-2025 Policy Board Meetings

* All meetings will be in-person from 4-5PM and members will receive a link one week prior to meeting. We follow open meeting law and all meetings are open to the public. Only invited guests may speak at the meetings. A zoom link will be shared upon request.

  • Sept. 17
  • Oct.16
  • Nov. 20
  • Jan. 15
  • Feb. 26
  • March 19
  • April 23 4-5:30PM (due to presentations)
  • May 21 & May 28 4-5:30PM (due to Grant work and presentations)

2024-2025 Policy Board Members

  • Director: Brenda Aull-Klaben
  • Business Rep: Lisa Rouse (Moravia)
  • Chair: Lisa Rouse
  • Vice Chair: Sara Mullen (Weedsport)
  • LEA Rep CO BOCES: Pam McHenry
  • Auburn Admin: Amy Mahunik
  • Auburn: John Ferrara
  • Auburn: Amy Vitale
  • CO BOCES: Janine Svitavsky
  • Cato-Meridian: Susan Evans
  • Jordan-Elbridge: Stephanie Provo
  • Moravia: Courtney Coningsby
  • Port Byron: Patty Tamburrino
  • Skaneateles: Ivy Neils
  • Southern Cayuga: Emma Greenfield
  • Union Springs: Zella Davis
  • Parent Rep: Renee Lawrence
  • Higer Ed Rep: Penny Lupo