Calendar of Events

Enhancing Literacy & Social Studies w/ Adobe Express & AI Tools

• Audience: Educators, Coaches, Admin, District Leaders
• Date and Time: February 5th, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Event Type: In Person

Description: In this session, we'll guide you through the essentials of using Adobe Express, covering how to access and log in, as well as an introduction to the all-in-one editor and its translation functions. You'll also explore generative AI tools and how to find and use templates, stock assets, guided activities, and webpages tailored to your subject area. Our team will adjust the focus based on your audience, providing hands-on time to create student portfolio web pages. The session will highlight how AI and digital literacy can enhance content-specific instruction in ELA/SS, Math, and Science, improving learning experiences for general education students, MLLs, and SWDs.

All participants will receive CTLE credit

Enhancing Math w/ Adobe Express & AI Tools

• Audience: Educators, Coaches, Admin, District Leaders
• Orientation Dates: February 27th, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Event Type: In Person

Description: In this session, we'll guide you through the essentials of using Adobe Express, covering how to access and log in, as well as an introduction to the all-in-one editor and its translation functions. You'll also explore generative AI tools and how to find and use templates, stock assets, guided activities, and webpages tailored to your subject area. Our team will adjust the focus based on your audience, providing hands-on time to create student portfolio webpages. The session will highlight how AI and digital literacy can enhance content-specific instruction in ELA/SS, Math, and Science, improving learning experiences for general education students, MLLs, and SWDs.

Please Note: There is a maximum capacity of 25 spots for each session.

Enhancing Science with Adobe Express & AI Tools

• Audience: Educators, Coaches, Admin, District Leaders
• Date and Time: March 26th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
• Event Type: In Person

Description: In this session, we'll guide you through the essentials of using Adobe Express, covering how to access and log in, as well as an introduction to the all-in-one editor and its translation functions. You'll also explore generative AI tools and how to find and use templates, stock assets, guided activities, and webpages tailored to your subject area. Our team will adjust the focus based on your audience, providing hands-on time to create student portfolio webpages. The session will highlight how AI and digital literacy can enhance content-specific instruction in ELA/SS, Math, and Science, improving learning experiences for general education students, MLLs, and SWDs.

All participants will receive CTLE credit

Leveraging AI Tools to Improve Efficiency

• Audience: Educators, Coaches, Admin, District Leaders
• Date and Time:
  • January 27h, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • February 5th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Event Type: Virtual

Description: This session offers a foundation for artificial intelligence and its connection to teaching and learning. We aim to demystify AI and make it accessible to improve efficiency in administrative tasks, enhance lesson planning, and align with NYCPS guidelines. We'll start with the ABCs of AI, introduce practical and instructional skills, and highlight use cases from NYCPS-approved tools. Specifically, we will also focus on how AI can improve asset-based learning and promote students' discourse in various subject areas. Whether you're a novice or have some familiarity with AI, this session will enhance your understanding of AI and set you up for a successful journey.

All participants will receive CTLE credit

NYC App Design Challenge

• Audience: Educators
• Orientation Dates:
  • Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • OR
  • Thursday, November 21, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Event Type: In Person

Description: Apple is proud to support and uplift the next generation of student developers, creators, and entrepreneurs. The NYC App Design Challenge is a citywide coding competition that gives thousands of students the opportunity to showcase their creativity and build real-world skills that they can take into their careers and beyond.

Become a coding champion. Join us for the NYC App Design Challenge kickoff to learn more about free resources available to educators to help student developers use Swift to create the next generation of groundbreaking apps.

Prepare students 13 years of age or over to compete in the NYC App Design Challenge. Students will compete in borough-wide App Design Showcases with winners from each borough advancing to the citywide NYC App Design Challenge Showcase at Apple Fifth Avenue.

Borough App Design Showcases will take place in January 2025, and the citywide NYC App Design Challenge Showcase will be in February 2025.

In this kick off session come learn more about coding, creativity, and app design resources for educators and students.

Microsoft CoPilot Prompt-a-thon for Educators

• Audience: Educators
• Date and Time: November 5th, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Event Type: In Person

Description: Want hands-on AI experience but don’t know where to start? Join this in-person, immersive learning experience and interactive prompt-a-thon designed specifically for educators, led by the Microsoft Copilot team. During this session, you will explore innovative prompting techniques to save time and enhance efficiency. Participants will have ample time to practice and refine their prompting skills through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions.

No prior AI knowledge required! Limited to 50 participants.

CTLE credit provided.

Location:
Microsoft Experience Center - Fifth Avenue
677 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10022-4210
Fifth Avenue, between 53rd and 54th Streets.
*Formal ID required to enter

Leveraging AI Tools to Improve Efficiency

• Audience: Educators, Coaches, Admin, District Leaders
• Date and Time:
  • November 5th, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • November 6th, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Event Type: Virtual

Description: This session offers a foundation for artificial intelligence and its connection to teaching and learning. We aim to demystify AI and make it accessible to improve efficiency in administrative tasks, enhance lesson planning, and align with NYCPS guidelines. We'll start with the ABCs of AI, introduce practical and instructional skills, and highlight use cases from NYCPS-approved tools. Specifically, we will also focus on how AI can improve asset-based learning and promote students' discourse in various subject areas. Whether you're a novice or have some familiarity with AI, this session will enhance your understanding of AI and set you up for a successful journey.

All participants will receive CTLE credit.

Location: Virtual