CA Today

CA Today

Educators in the CA BOCES region and WNY, we are bringing back your favorite show! It’s CA Today! An education podcast brought to you by the CABOCES Instructional support services team. In the new season, each episode will feature different members of the ISS team. We will be bringing you not only the latest and greatest instructional practices, but also sharing some of the great experiences our teachers, leaders, students, and communities, have experienced in our region.

Episodes

June 23, 2025 7 mins

This episode is your ultimate guide to professional development opportunities happening this summer in the Cattaraugus-Allegany region. From emotional intelligence to digital fluency, Lindsay Simpson and Brooke Neamon walk you through a jam-packed lineup of camps, conferences, and career-building events designed to energize your teaching and inspire your practice.

Thank you to today's guests! 

⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠- Curriculum Coordi...

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In this episode, Lindsay Simpson, Janelle Freer, Sarah Cartmill, and Alex Freer explore how aligning ELA and Social Studies standards can enhance student learning. They discuss shared skills like argument writing, source evaluation, and vocabulary development, emphasizing the importance of cross-disciplinary literacy. Practical strategies and tools—like the Bookmark Tool and “Because, But, So”—are highlighted to help teachers suppo...

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In this special episode of CA Today, we honor May's Mental Health Awareness Month with an insightful conversation between CA BOCES Community Schools Coordinator, Kelli Forester, and local pediatrician, Dr. Kate Johnson-Clark. Dr. Kate shares her expertise on the mental health challenges faced by young individuals, debunks common misconceptions, and offers practical strategies to support our children's mental well-being. 

Thank you t...

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Join Lindsay Simpson, Jenna Tost, and Janelle Freer as they unpack their biggest takeaways from the Innovative School Summit! This episode is all about being intentional in the classroom and staying connected to your "why" as an educator. We’ll share insights from inspiring sessions, practical strategies for implementation, and valuable resources to keep you motivated!

Thank you to today's hosts!

⁠Lindsay Simpson⁠⁠- Cur...

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Join host Rick Weinberg as he delves into the exciting world of regional VEX Robotics competitions with special guest Sean Conklin, Coordinator of Arts Integration and Extra Curricular Events. In this episode, Sean explains what VEX Robotics is and the valuable learning experiences it offers students. Discover how participating in VEX Robotics helps students develop essential skills such as communication, public speaking, collabora...

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Join Bonnie Wagner and Sarah Cartmill as they delve into their key takeaways from the Dyslexia Simulation. This episode is filled with essential information regarding assistive technology tools and inspiring instructional strategies that emphasize the influence of technology and the Science of Reading on the future of education. Explore innovative methods for efficiently managing classroom time and understand the importance of incl...

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Join Lindsay Simpson and Rick Weinberg as they dive into their top takeaways from the NYSCATE 2024 conference. From groundbreaking tools to inspiring keynote moments, this episode is packed with insights into how technology is shaping the future of education. Learn about innovative ways to manage classroom time, the power of inclusive technology, and exciting trends like AI and AR in education. 


Resources From Today's Episode 

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In this episode of CA Today, hosts Rick Weinberg and Justin Shumaker welcome Bruce Markesun to discuss the incredible Virtual Field Trip opportunities available at the Baseball Hall of Fame. Bruce provides an inside look at the engaging and educational virtual programs offered by the Hall of Fame, which bring history, culture, and the love of the game right into the classroom. Justin highlights how educators in the Cattaraugus-All...

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In this episode of *CA Today*, we sit down with Tim Cox, Deputy Superintendent of Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES (CABOCES) and Tim Clarke, Assistant Superintendent of ISS of CABOCES, to dive into the upcoming changes to graduation requirements and the creation of the "Portrait of a Graduate".

We explore how the "Portrait of a Graduate" aims to shift graduation requirements away from traditional exams and credits, focusing instead on th...

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October 11, 2024 27 mins

In this episode of CA Today, Rick Weinberg shares an inspirational interview with educational presenter, Will Richardson, on how schools can adapt to prepare students for a rapidly changing, tech-driven future. Listen as they explore ideas on rethinking education and integrating technology to equip students with skills for challenges we are just beginning to face!


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View our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠registration page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠to view upcoming CA...

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In this episode of CA Today, we dive into the essential strategies teachers use to start the school year off right. We explore how to build strong relationships with students, create a welcoming and affirming classroom environment, and effectively integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) into back-to-school routines. Our guest educators share their experiences, insights, and practical tips on managing classrooms, engaging diverse ...

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Join hosts Lindsay Simpson and Brooke Neamon as they highlight the exciting professional development opportunities available this summer from the Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES ISS Team. In this episode, discover workshops ranging from the "Social Emotional Learning Camp" to the "Summer Math Institute," and hear about featured speakers like YA author Jeff Zentner and resilience expert Duncan Kirkwood. Whether you...

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Kelli Forster, Community Schools Coordinator, brings on Bre Abbott to discuss strategies, tips, and resources all educators can use and share with families around promoting wellness, avoiding burnout, and understanding the stigma around Mental Health.


Check Out Resources and Events Shared In Today's Episode:

Go Noodle

Connecting Communities In Action Facebook Page

Rural Minds

American Foundation For Suicide Prevention

TIC...

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Steven discusses his data around the use of Artificial Intelligence in a school outside of the Chicago area. Hear his findings on student preference between Ai generated writing and student-created products!


Join us!

View our ⁠registration page ⁠to view upcoming CABOCES regional workshop opportunities on Artificial Intelligence and more and share with the individual in your district responsible for registering participants.

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Join host Lindsay Simpson as she explores the New York State Science of Reading initiative with Tessa Levitt and Sarah Cartmill from Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES. You will hear an overview of the Science of Reading initiative, detailing its implementation and significance statewide as well as its practical application, debunking misconceptions and strategies to integrate its principles into daily instruction seamlessly. They discuss...

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Hosts Lindsay Simpson and Brooke Neamon traveled recently to Orlando to attend the Future Education Technology Conference (FETC). While there, we took note of some of the most popular and engaging tech tools that were being offered, and we decided to highlight some of those tools in this month's podcast. These are some of the tools that we reference in this episode:

- Sphero Indi

- Diffit

-Magic School AI

-Chat GPT

-Canva

We sh...

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Join us for an interview with Dr. Angelia and Nate Ridgway. The Ridgways are a mother and son team who focus on educational technology and best practices.

The Ridgways are coauthors of Don't Ditch that Tech and they were the keynote speakers for the CA BOCES Summer Tech Camp 2023. You can read their blog and find out more about them at Teaching From the Ridge.

In the interview, Nate also discusses his newest book, Breaking th...

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Dr. Denny Wilkins, Professor at the Jandoli School of J/MC at St. Bonaventure University talks with me about writing, the evolution as it relates to news and technology. In the age of instant answers, we dive into how teaching basics of Questioning/Curiosity and how the fundamentals still have a place in the classroom.

Don't Forget To Connect!Subscribe and Review wherever you like to listen! Connect with today's hosts: ...

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Join us in this enlightening podcast episode as we delve into the evolution of science instruction in alignment with the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). We'll explore the transformation from traditional lecture and memorization techniques to more engaging methods that emphasize exploration and investigation, all while discussing the implementation of Required Science Investigations and the invaluable science...

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October 2, 2023 29 mins

This episode is hosted by Karen Insley (karen_insley@caboces.org) and Clay Nolan (clay_nolan@caboces.org) and introduces Scholastic Challenge which is an event hosted by Student Programs each year. Scholastic Challenge is a tournament-based event where teams of students answer academic trivia questions to earn points to make their way to the final round. The format of this episode is set up like a Scholastic Challenge match, first ...

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