School Safety and Facilities
Brandon A. Cruz, Supervisor
School Safety & Facilities
(914) 345-8500, Ext. 3167
bcruz@swboces.org
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention®
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Training provides your educators with the skills to safely recognize and respond to everyday crisis situations. You will learn to:
- Minimize Physical Interventions
- Recognize & Respond to Defensive Behaviors
- Understand What’s Behind the Behavior
- Address the Needs of the Individual
Regional Crisis Response Team
The SWBOCES Regional Crisis Response Team (RCRT) supports school districts after a crisis by providing Consultation, Counseling, Debriefing, and Support. A crisis can be a natural disaster, the passing of an individual within your school community, or a distant event that has a deep effect on students and staff. More information about the becoming an RCRT member or accessing services is available on the RCRT Resources Page
Coronavirus Resources
Southern Westchester BOCES has assembled and shared reliable resources about the COVID-19 outbreak since early in the pandemic. Our Coronavirus Resources Page is a continuously updated repository of information and guidance from medical professionals and public health officials, curated to inform and protect the health and safety of our community.
Events coming up
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Building Leadership Capacity - Ongoing Training for Those Who Observe Teachers
This series is for continuing administrators who will be evaluating teachers and have previously completed the initial Lead Evaluator certification training; the training can be used by districts as evidence for recertification. Participants will develop skills in evidence-based observation and feedback, as well as thoughtful coaching conversations that promote teacher reflection, in order to support improved instructional practice and professional growth. Using a lens of equity in the evaluation process will be discussed, and APPR updates from the state will be shared during the training.
During the sessions, participants should have access to a copy of the rubric being used in their district for teacher evaluation.
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The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy: Orton Gillingham Educator Training
Offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy, Classroom Educator Training introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of course completion from the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practioners and Educators. Attendance at all sessions is required. Materials will be included. A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of the course.
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SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Key Points Refresher Recertification
The Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® Key Points Refresher is designed to help improve your understanding of key program concepts, enhance your skills and provide strategies to apply the information to workplace realities. Only participants who have completed the Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training during the 2022-2023 school year are eligible to participate in the Refresher Training. You must attend all sessions. In addition, we are asking that individuals attend in pairs or trios so that they can perform the physical interventions with a partner. All participants must complete the physical interventions in order to receive certification. If you have further questions regarding the course, please contact Brandon Cruz via email at bcruz@swboces.org.
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via Zoom
Suicide Safety for Teachers and School Staff
Suicide Safety for Teachers (SST) is one of a series of school-based suicide prevention offerings of the Suicide Prevention Center of New York (SPCNY) funded through the New York State Office of Mental Health. This training is designed to meet the most basic awareness needs of school staff.
SST Training Objectives:
•Review the importance of suicide prevention
•Describe Characteristics of at-risk students
•Outline educators' limited but critical role
•Clarify building referral procedures
•Identify school & community resources.Center for Professional Learning and Curriculum Support -
The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy: Orton Gillingham Educator Training
Offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy, Classroom Educator Training introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of course completion from the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practioners and Educators. Attendance at all sessions is required. Materials will be included. A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of the course.
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The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy: Orton Gillingham Educator Training
Offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy, Classroom Educator Training introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of course completion from the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practioners and Educators. Attendance at all sessions is required. Materials will be included. A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of the course.
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The Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy: Orton Gillingham Educator Training
Offered through the Rose Institute for Learning and Literacy, Classroom Educator Training introduces participants to the fundamental elements of an Orton-Gillingham based approach characterized by explicit teaching of foundational literacy skills. The course includes an introduction to phonology and basic phonics, and focuses on instruction to promote fluency, vocabulary acquisition, and an understanding of the structure of the language. The content includes information on dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities, strategies for multisensory instruction, using assessment results for small/large group lessons, and planning an Orton-Gillingham lesson. The scientifically based methodology is explicit, interactive, diagnostic, multisensory, and integrated. The course is designed for general and special-education teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and speech and reading specialists, and is recommended for instructional assistants and tutors.
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of course completion from the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practioners and Educators. Attendance at all sessions is required. Materials will be included. A Zoom link will be provided prior to the start of the course.
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SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY
SLS Council Meeting
The School Library System Council is responsible for developing and approving the Plan of Service; is responsible for monitoring the implementation of the Plan of Service; recommends for approval the annual budget prior to submission to the District Superintendent for his signature; and supports the activities of the School Library System, through service on a committee.
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SWBOCES - 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd floor, Harrison, NY
SLS Communication Coordinators Meeting
Register through My Learning Plan here
Quarterly meetings for SLS Communication Coordinators as mandated in NY State Education Law 90.18. Communications Coordinators are informed on topics such as New York State Education Department updates, technology, and Information Fluency Skills. Professional development is provided on current issues with the expectation that it is shared with other school librarians in district.
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via Zoom
Building Leadership Capacity - Initial Training for Evaluators of Teachers
This course provides the foundational training for supervisors who will be observing teachers and/or serving as Lead Evaluators. The structure of this workshop assists individuals in developing a functional understanding of APPR components and guidelines, while focusing on evidence-based observation. Participants will engage in a calibration activity and examine their own personal biases in order to promote equity in the process. This course addresses New York State's nine requirements for lead evaluator training and can be used as evidence for certification as Lead Evaluators, Peer Evaluators, and Independent Evaluators.
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Mandated Training
The Mandated Training Link above lists School Safety training mandates and Facilities requirements for all NYS schools and districts. Please refer to the link and to our Training and Services listed below.
Regional Facilities News
Southern Westchester BOCES is proud to partner with the Southeastern Chapter of the New York State School Facilities Association (NYSSFA). Please use the links below to find the NYSSFA meeting calendar and training information.
School Safety Training
- Active Shooter Training
- Building Level Emergency Response Planning
- CPR/AED
- Crisis Response Training
- DASA/Violence Prevention refreshers
- Develop Crisis Plans
- Incident Command Management
- Lockdown Emergency Training
- New Building Emergency Plan Template
- Risk Assessments
- Safety Audits
- Table Top Exercises
Facilities/Compliance
- Asbestos testing and training
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Chemical Hygiene Plan Development
- Chemical and Petroleum Storage
- Cooling Towers Inspections
- CPR/AED
- Fire Inspections
- Indoor Air Quality Testing
- Lockout/Tagout
- Playground and Gymnasium Inspections
- Right to Know
- Underground Storage Tank Programs
- Water Testing
