Revised BOLST Training

When

This September 9th workshop that ran from 9-10am is a repeat of the Revised BOLST Training that happened on August 18th, 2021. You can access the recording from the August 18th session below.

Description

Participants will review the 2021-22 Revised BOLST assessment tools, discuss the process of administering the assessment virtually and in person, and learn about best practices for consistent administration and data collection. Use the registration link to sign up! Zoom meeting information and any special instructions will be emailed to those who register before the workshop.

The content in this presentation is geared towards serving the migrant populations in New York State as defined under Title I, Part C and the approved State Service Delivery Plan, and may NOT be appropriate to all situations.

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Objectives

1. Review the 2021-22 BOLST
2. Consider best practices for consistent administration (in-person/virtually) and data collection

Presented/Developed by

Travis Williamson, Training Program Coordinator/Statewide Recruiter

About the Presenter

In his 13th year with the Migrant Education Program, Travis has held many positions. While working alongside with OSY Specialists and fellow recruiters around the nation, he has had the opportunity to share his ideas and strategies in hopes to better serve our students.

Travis has been with the ID&R program, after a three-year stay with the South Carolina Department of Education. He played a role in all of the duties associated with the South Carolina MEP. Travis currently is a member of the iOSY and IRRC consortia and has presented at several national and state conferences to demonstrate how mapping and technological strategies can improve with serving and finding students.

Special Instructions

Use the first three attachments under Workshop Resources below to administer the BOLST virtually or in person, starting September 1, 2021.

Workshop Recording