*To register for these seminars, please click on the title of the seminar and it will direct you to ELT Academy or Frontline (for some online seminars) to register.
Most of our online seminars will be held through Frontline, but a few will be held through our new ELT Academy. In order to register for a seminar in ELT Academy, you must first create a new account with ELT Academy. In order to do that, click on this link: https://elt.nysut.org/register/elt-academy. Once an account is created, participants can register for the seminar they want by clicking the links below and providing the coupon code provided in the Seminar Description. Upon successful registration, participants will gain access to the participant booklet in the Seminar Materials section of ELT Academy and receive a Zoom link via email. Please note, if you do not enroll in ELT Academy, you will be dropped from the seminar.
**Online Seminars: Participants have thirty (30) days from the day access is granted to complete and upload all the assignments. An experienced instructor will provide feedback and coaching. At the end of the thirty days, participants who successfully complete the requirements will receive a grade of Pass and a certificate of completion. If not, a grade of Fail will be entered. Please be mindful when registering, which seminar you are registering for.
Crafting Inclusive Lessons for Linguistically Diverse Learners
Online Seminar for Teachers
11/02/2026 – 12/02/2026
This invaluable training will support content teachers across the grades to leverage the comprehensive “”Academic and Linguistic Demands: Creating Access to the Next Generation Learning Standards in English Language Arts for Linguistically Diverse Learners.”” This essential tool provides classroom teachers with a detailed blueprint for planning lessons that ensure ELLs/MLLs can effectively access the Next Generation Standards. In this training, educators will learn how to maximize this document to craft lessons that cater to the diverse linguistic and academic needs of all Multilingual Learners. The A&LD document serves as a long-awaited replacement for the Bilingual Common Core Progressions as it offers updated strategies and frameworks. (7 hours)
Effective Interventions for Students with ADHD Grounded in Executive Function
Online Seminar for SRPs
11/02/2026 – 12/02/2026
Each student in a classroom presents with unique strengths and areas of opportunity as a learner. This is particularly true for students with an Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity-Disorder (ADHD), as the same diagnosis can look incredibly different in two different students. As educators, it is our job to meet the needs of all students. This seminar will provide paraprofessionals (teaching assistants, teacher aides, etc.) with an overview of ADHD and how it presents in classroom settings. It will engage participants in learning about the connection between ADHD and executive functioning difficulties, as well as specific interventions that can be used based on an individual student’s needs. (3 hours)
Adapting Instruction for MLLs in Career and Technical Education
Online Seminar for Teachers
01/04/2027 – 02/03/2027
In today’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) classrooms, diversity is the norm. This seven-hour seminar equips you with the knowledge, strategies, and resources to effectively guide learners of all backgrounds, learning styles, and abilities, including Multilingual learners (MLLs). Deepen your understanding through an exploration of the multifaceted concept of learner diversity in the CTE context, recognizing the unique needs and strengths of various groups. You will also have an opportunity to build your toolkit through accessing a number of practical strategies and teaching methods tailored to diverse learners that go beyond traditional instruction. You will be empowered to enhance the learning outcomes of all your students by tailoring your instruction and fostering a welcoming, inclusive classroom environment. (7 hours) Coupon Code: ELL47-003TT
Helping Students Thrive: Mental Health Essentials for School-Related Professionals
Online Seminar for SRPs
01/04/2027 – 02/03/2027
This seminar helps school-related professionals (SRPs) understand and support student mental health. It covers common issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and ODD, along with the effects of social media. SRPs will learn how to recognize early warning signs, create safe spaces, and collaborate with mental health professionals. The session also explains New York’s mental health education laws and Social Emotional Learning goals. SRPs will leave with practical tools to support student well-being in their school communities. (3 hours) Coupon Code: SRP128-004TT
Sparking Intrinsic Motivation in Students
Online Seminar for SRPs
02/01/2027 – 03/03/2027
Students arrive at school each day with unique strengths and challenges. When students lack the motivation to engage with the academic setting, it has a major impact on their overall success. This seminar will address the motivation crisis in schools, the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation and how school-related professionals can increase students’ intrinsic motivation for learning. (3 hours)
AI Essentials for Ethical and Practical Integration
Online Seminar for Teachers
02/01/2021 – 03/03/2027
Unlock the potential of Artificial Intelligence in education with our comprehensive 5-hour primer, designed exclusively for New York State educators. Dive into the fascinating world of Al applications, ethical considerations, and practical implementation strategies, all while addressing real-world classroom needs. Explore the nuances of Al ethics and bias, and learn to seamlessly integrate Al into your teaching, empowering students with cutting-edge tecÚology while safeguarding their data privacy. Through curated readings, insightful videos, and hands-on assignments, you’ll gain the essential tools and knowledge needed to responsibly navigate and leverage Al’s transformative power in education while saving you valuable time. (5 hours)
Sustaining Compassion While Avoiding Fatigue and Burnout
Online Seminar for SRPs
03/01/2027 – 03/31/2027
School-related professionals (SRPs) and school support staff are engaged in highly rewarding yet challenging professions. Challenges that existed before the global pandemic were exacerbated during remote learning. Now that students have returned to in person learning, new challenges have arisen. All these challenges, the new and the old, can contribute to compassion fatigue and burnout. This seminar offers participants the opportunity to identify distinctions between each, to assess their risk for each, recognize the signs of compassion fatigue and the symptoms of burnout, and review strategies to counter the effects of compassion fatigue. (3 hours)
Designing Lessons, Units, and Learning Activities
Online Seminar for Teachers
03/01/2027 – 03/31/2027
Participants will examine how to create and differentiate learning activities that are tightly aligned to instructional outcomes and suitable to all students. They will also explore how to design lesson and unit structures that are clear, progress evenly, allow for different pathways according to diverse student needs, accommodate content that is connected to other disciplines, and allow for transfer of learning. (5 hours)
Translating IEP Goals into Classroom Accommodations
Online Seminar for Teachers
04/05/2027 – 05/05/2027
Education in NY state has shifted to become progressively more inclusive for students thus requiring more collaboration between educators. Classroom teachers are faced with a wider array of abilities and proficiency levels in the classroom and are asked to differentiate curriculum to best meet the needs of all students. As the number of students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) in the classroom has increased, so has the expectation that classroom teachers will help students to meet IEP goals while maintaining a rigorous standards-based curriculum. This online seminar will offer accommodations that remove barriers and provide equal access to learning for all students with special needs in the general classroom setting including English language learners with IEPs. (5 hours)
Recognizing and Managing Conflict
Online Seminar for SRPs
04/05/2027 – 05/05/2027
Defines conflicts as normal and unavoidable occurrences in our everyday lives. Participants will learn how to handle minor conflicts and identify ways to defuse these situations before they can get escalate and get out of hand. Components of conflict resolution and key factors to be considered in dealing with conflicts, understanding anger, and strategies for managing and resolving conflicts will be explored. (3 hours)
From Chaos to Control: Mastering Executive Function Skills
Online Seminar for Teachers
05/03/2027 – 06/02/2027
Every day across the country, educators are seeing an increase in challenging behavior within the school environment. Yet, many educators who work closely with students may not be adequately trained in understanding behavior. The first part of this seminar addresses building a mindset for understanding behavior with a goal of reframing behavior in a way to understand the why behind it. The next part addresses the latter phases of the Acting Out Cycle applied through a case study. Finally, participants will learn about how to become more proactive versus reactive in addressing this behavior in the future. (5 hours)
**Virtual Seminars: These are live web-based seminars.
December – May Registration Links Coming Soon!
Virtual Seminar Registration will now be held through our new ELT Academy. In order to register for a seminar, you must first create a new account with ELT Academy. In order to do that, click on this link: https://elt.nysut.org/register/elt-academy. Once an account is created, participants can register for the seminar they want by clicking the links below and providing the coupon code provided in the Seminar Description. Upon successful registration, participants will gain access to the participant booklet in the Seminar Materials section of ELT Academy and receive a Zoom link via email. Please note, if you do not enroll in ELT Academy, you will be dropped from the seminar.
Practical and Promising Approaches to Classroom Management
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
10/27/2026
Learn how to establish a framework for developing a personal system of classroom management that includes organizing the classroom to facilitate learning for all students. This seminar will model and investigate several conditions that are integral to an effectively managed classroom. (2 hours) Coupon Code: NEWM19-003TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Exploring Apps for Student Engagement
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
10/28/2026
Make learning more interactive with practical technology tools. In this hands-on seminar, participants will explore Google Forms, Nearpod, and Canva to gather responses, support participation, and create clear, engaging materials. Participants will leave with an activity or resource they can use or adapt in their role. (3 hours) Coupon Code: PROF245-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
7 Ways to Thrive in Your School Environment
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
11/04/2026
Fostering a supportive environment that promotes strong relationships benefits all stakeholders. Discussions will explore how to support and create thriving, inclusive environments for all. (2hours) Coupon Code: NEWM40-002TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Truth in the Age of AI: Spotting Misinformation and Disinformation
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
11/05/2026
In this interactive seminar, participants will learn to navigate digital spaces filled with Al-driven false information. The session covers key differences between misinformation and disinformation, explores how Al contributes to their spread, and offers tools to critically assess online content. (2 hours) Coupon Code: PROF294-003TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Five Core Principles to Enhance ELL Learning
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
11/10/2026
School-related professionals will explore five research-based core principles essential for the academic success of English language learners (ELLs) and learn effective strategies for each that will enhance their practices. These tools will empower them to better support the learning of ELLs in their classrooms. (3hours) Coupon Code: SRPNM27-002TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Unlocking Magic: Thriving with Google Workspace (Google Like a Pro)
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
11/17/2026
Take your Google Workspace skills to the next level! This fast-paced, hands-on session will help participants master the essential tools — Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms, and Drive — to streamline communication, boost collaboration, and save time. Learn pro tips and shortcuts to organize your work, share resources seamlessly, and make technology work for you. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, you’ll leave feeling confident and ready to use Google Workspace more efficiently and creatively. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: SRP132-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Future Ready Classrooms: Teaching Skills that Matter
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
11/19/2026
This seminar highlights a key NYS Teaching Standards priority: preparing students for success in a rapidly evolving world. With knowledge expanding at unprecedented rates and communication reshaping how we teach and learn, routine skills alone are no longer enough. Today’s students need to think critically, solve complex problems, and use information in diverse and creative ways. This seminar explores essential skills such as collaboration, communication, and technology integration, and provides strategies teachers can use to help students apply these skills in real-world contexts. (2 hours) Coupon Code: NEWM17-002TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Reflection and Goal Setting
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
12/01/2026
This interactive session provides participants with dedicated time to reflect on past experiences, identify personal and professional growth areas, and set clear, achievable goals. Participants will use guided prompts and structured activities to create an action plan they can implement immediately to enhance their effectiveness and well-being. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: SRP31-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Scaffolding Instruction Across Language Proficiency Levels
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
12/02/2026
Participants will be introduced to the theories that influence best practices; explore different forms of scaffolding and best ways to use them; examine different language levels and what to expect from students at those levels; learn how to use formative assessments to inform instruction and understand and implement the steps for scaffolding. (6 hours) Coupon Code: NEWM49-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Knowledge of Content and Instructional Planning
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
12/09/2026
Participants will discuss ways to make connections within and across disciplines. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: ELL37-002TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Trigger-Aware Teaching: Guiding Youth with Compassion and Skill for Academic Success
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
12/15/2026
How can you tell when a child is cognitively, emotionally, or psychologically ready to learn? What are trauma-informed approaches to student behavioral challenges? This seminar explores trauma triggers and their behavioral manifestations. Participants will learn to identify phases of typical behavioral escalation, practice trauma-informed de-escalation strategies, and critically evaluate behavior management approaches to ensure they avoid re-traumatization and support a trauma-sensitive environment. (3 hours) Coupon Code: SRP110-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Before it Happens: Understanding, Preventing, and Responding to Youth Violence
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
01/05/2027
In this interactive seminar, we’ll explore the root causes, warning signs, and ripple effects of violent behaviors in young people. Participants will engage in scenario work, review prevention strategies, and explore real-life examples to deepen their understanding of what’s happening before it happens. (2.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF192-002TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Using Culture as a Bridge to Support ELL Success
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
01/13/2027
Created specifically for school-related professionals (SRPs), this seminar equips participants to support English Language Learners (ELLs) by using culture as a bridge to academic success. SRPs will explore the concept of culture and learn practical, culturally responsive strategies that draw on students’ cultural backgrounds as resources to enhance learning and achievement. (3 hours) Coupon Code: SRPNM29-002TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Power Moves, Big Impact, Strengthen Cognitive Engagement in Everyday Moments
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
01/21/2027
A truly effective learning environment is rich in engagement. This seminar introduces strategies to foster cognitive engagement, where students take on the hard work of learning while teachers guide as facilitators. Participants will explore practical ways to motivate today’s learners and create classrooms that support deeper thinking and active participation. (3 hours) Coupon Code: SRP86-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
5 Tips to Diffuse Challenging Behaviors in Today’s Schools
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
01/27/2027
Educators are often confronted with challenging, disruptive, and sometimes violent student behaviors. These challenges can negatively impact school culture, teaching, student achievement, and the morale of both students and staff. This seminar provides opportunities for school staff to learn and practice evidence-based, proven-effective strategies to address challenging behaviors in positive, proactive ways. (3 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Foundational Strategies for Effective Instruction with Newly Arrived ELLs
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
02/03/2027
This immersive 3-hour training is designed specifically for teachers new to working with ELLs. The session focuses on equipping educators with practical strategies to foster an inclusive atmosphere, to heighten their understanding of language development’s role in instruction, and to employ engaging activities that facilitate student learning and linguistic advancement specifically for Newcomer and SIFE students. By utilizing a case study, attendees will have a unique opportunity to apply the strategies learned, encouraging practical implementation and deeper comprehension of how to effectively support linguistically diverse learners in their educational journey. (3 hours) Coupon Code: NEWM46-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
How to Use PD to Build Individual and Collective Power
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
02/08/2027
School-Related Professionals are vital to their workplaces and deserve relevant, high-quality professional development. This seminar focuses on how PD can build respect for SRPs’ work, create career advancement opportunities, and strengthen collective voice. Participants will learn strategies for advocating for in-service PD time and ensuring PD aligns with their roles. (2-3 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Tech Basics for Educators: Google Classroom and Zoom
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
02/11/2027
This seminar introduces the basics of using Google Classroom and Zoom. The facilitator will guide participants step by step in navigating the platforms and share practical tips in real time. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Navigating Language Development and Learning
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
02/25/2027
This three-hour seminar, tailored for school-related professionals (SRPs), offers an in-depth understanding of the complex relationship between language acquisition and learning. Participants will gain practical strategies and insights to enhance their approach, effectively addressing the dynamics of language in educational settings. (3 hours) Coupon Code: SRPNM28-002TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
The Attention Heist: Reclaiming Student Focus in the Digital Age
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
03/10/2027
This interactive seminar examines the impact of reduced device use on student attention, engagement, and social interaction in today’s classroom. Participants will explore the concept of the “digital hangover” and how it affects focus, motivation, and communication. Aligned with NYSED priorities, including SEL, CR-SE, and whole child practices, the session provides practical strategies to re-engage learners through pattern interrupts, social scaffolding, and curiosity-driven hooks. Educators will leave with actionable tools to increase engagement and support meaningful, student- centered learning. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
De-escalation and Violence Prevention Strategies in Schools
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
03/09/2027
When students exhibit chronic or extreme misbehavior — including violent incidents — staff need tools to respond safely and effectively. This seminar provides strategies to understand what motivates misbehavior, intervene in the moment, and defuse confrontations before they escalate. Participants will also learn how to reinforce positive behavior and create a safer, more supportive school environment. (3 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Ready, Set, Engage
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
03/10/2027
This seminar addresses one of the most critical instructional practice upon which student success is based, student engagement. Teachers new to the profession may be challenged how to plan for engagement in their everyday teaching. The seminar will focus on strategies that will help sustain wonder, enthusiasm and perseverance. This seminar will provide a practical model for understanding what our students want and need in their classrooms. (2 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
The Silent Classroom: Rebuilding Social Stamina in the Post-Phone Era
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
04/06/2027
The Silent Classroom is a seminar designed for this moment in New York’s educational landscape. It explores the “post-phone” reality and the psychology of students who are relearning how to navigate face-to-face interaction. Moving beyond policing devices, this session focuses on re-humanizing the classroom. Participants will examine patterns of compliance without connection and explore strategies to shift toward authentic engagement. Through practical approaches, educators will learn how to spark productive thinking, re-engage attention in a digitally driven world, and strengthen meaningful classroom relationships. We are not just teaching content, we are helping students reconnect, interact, and engage in the world around them. Join us to transform the silence into the vibrant, messy, and essential hum of a truly engaged classroom. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Using Culture as a Bridge to Support ELL Success
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
04/13/2027
Created specifically for school-related professionals (SRPs), this seminar equips participants to support English Language Learners (ELLs) by using culture as a bridge to academic success. SRPs will explore the concept of culture and learn practical, culturally responsive strategies that draw on students’ cultural backgrounds as resources to enhance learning and achievement. (3 hours) Coupon Code: SRPNM29-003TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Centering Students Through DEI
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
04/14/2027
The New York State Board of Regents launched an initiative to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in schools across the state. The Regents expect every district to develop and implement DEI policies with fidelity and urgency. This seminar introduces the DEI framework adopted in May 2021 and provides a forum to explore how DEI can be integrated into teaching practices, school culture, and climate. (3 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Workplace Wellness: Putting You First
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
04/15/2027
Why are educators at risk for vicarious (secondary) trauma? This seminar will engage participants to discuss the unique challenges to wellness found in the education field. Participants will understand and practice effective strategies for self-care. (3 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Identifying Individual Differences
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
04/22/2027
Students bring diverse experiences, strengths, abilities, cultures, languages, and learning needs to the school environment. This seminar explores the factors that contribute to individual differences and how these differences can influence student learning, behavior, and engagement. Participants will examine the role of perceptions, assumptions, and biases in shaping interactions with students and learn to recognize indicators that a student may need additional support. By the end of the seminar, participants will have a deeper understanding of student diversity and be better prepared to recognize and respond to the unique needs of the students they serve. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Thinking Systemically about Student Practice
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
04/28/2027
Monitoring student progress involves more than formative and summative assessments; it includes observing students as they work, both virtually and in the classroom, toward understanding an idea or concept. These observations inform the accomplished teacher’s planning, preparation of assessments, and lesson structures. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Advancing Students Success through Relationships
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
05/04/2027
Participants will explore how to build meaningful, trusting relationships with students to advance their understanding, increase engagement, and support academic and personal success. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Infusing Diversity and Multiple Perspectives
Virtual Seminar for SRPs
05/11/2027
Modeling critical thinking skills and using culturally diverse materials are essential for helping students develop multiple perspectives and examine events and problems from different angles. In this seminar, participants will explore strategies to integrate diversity into instruction and create opportunities for students to engage in rich, critical discussions that expand their worldview. (1.5 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy
Teaching with Triggers in Mind
Virtual Seminar for Teachers
05/13/2027
This trauma-informed training equips educators with practical strategies to recognize, respond to, and deescalate emotional triggers in youth. Through interactive and reflective activities, participants will explore real-life scenarios, develop regulation techniques, and strengthen their ability to create safe, supportive learning environments. (3 hours) Coupon Code: PROF157-001TT *In order to register for this seminar, you must first create an account in our new ELT Academy. Please create an account by using this link: ELT Academy