(2020) Finding the right place to start when working with migrant Students with Interrupted Formal Education (SIFE) is important when designing an appropriate and effective instructional plan. In this workshop, we will discuss the useful resources about SIFE students available through the school (NYSESLAT scores and proficiency levels, SIFE screeners, Reading levels, IEPs) and how Migrant Educators can use this information, along with the MEP needs assessment, to inform their practice. From there, we will discuss effective activities and strategies that can be used with students from the first day.

(2020) FOR METS DIRECTORS, or by invitation from your Director. Dr. Beth Clark-Gareca will share her initial recommendations of strategies METS staff can use to maximize their work with Students with Interrupted Formal Education (SIFE). Dr. Clark-Gareca will outline two workshops for staff on Thursday, May 21. Directors are invited to ask questions and provide feedback about the content the May workshops for staff.

(2020) In this presentation, we will explore different topic areas to help our OSY tackle and achieve their goals. Topics will include: Creating S.M.A.R.T. Goals; Prioritizing Goals; Overcoming Obstacles; and identifying types of goals. It will also include some activities that can be performed with students and/or staff. Finally, we will be looking into commonly seen scenarios across the state, and come up with solutions to lead our students to their goals. 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.