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CA Today episodes

  • Back to Basics: The evolution of teaching Writing by a University Professor

    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.

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    Connect with today's hosts: Sarah Cartmill ⁠- CABOCES Staff Specialist

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    36 min
  • Transforming Science with the NYSSLS Standards

    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 resources available through CABOCES Learning Resources to enhance science education. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of science instruction!

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    Connect with today's hosts: Lindsay Simpson - CABOCES Staff Specialist
    Kelli Grabowski - CABOCES STEM Coordinator

    Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

    36 min
  • Mock Scholastic Challenge

    This episode is hosted by Karen Insley ([email protected]) and Clay Nolan ([email protected]) 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 overviewing the rules of each round and then having participants partake in each of the question rounds. But, there's a twist. The questions all deal with information regarding Instructional Support Services (ISS) at CA BOCES. Take a listen, play along, and enjoy the two-tracks of learning what Scholastic Challenge and ISS all entails!

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    Instructional Support Services website

    Learning Resources website

    Professional Development website

    Student Programs websiteInsignia Database

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    30 min
  • Vex Robotics 2023
    Welcome to Season 4 of the CA Today Podcast! Today's episode hosts are Rick Weinberg and Lindsay Simpson. As VEX Robotics teams prepare for their upcoming season, Rick and Lindsay throwback to highlights from the last VEX Competition of the 2022-2023 school year. In this episode you will learn what is involved in VEX Robotics, the process students and their teams must go through to build their robot, challenges they must overcome, why students love VEX, and big takeaways from their experiences as a team.
    Would you and your team be interested in competing in this year's VEX Robotics competitions in the Cattaraugus-Allegany region? Contact Karen Insley, Program Manager for Student Programs ([email protected]), for additional registration information.
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    Connect with today's hosts:
    Lindsay Simpson - CABOCES Staff Specialist
    Rick Weinberg - CABOCES Technology Integrator
    Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!
    28 min
  • What’s Old Is New: Revisiting Matt Miller

    In honor of Summer Tech Camp, which is right around the corner, enjoy a re-release of one of our most listened episodes, an interview with Matt Miller! Matt is an innovative educator and author who co-wrote the text, Don’t Ditch That Tech with Dr. Angelia Ridgeway and Nate Ridgeway. The Ridgeways are the feature keynote speakers for this year's camp! Haven’t registered yet? Don’t miss out! Register here or contact Laurie Sledge with questions!


    2023 Summer Tech Camp

    August 15th and 16th 2023

    Olean Main CA BOCES Center


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    37 min
  • Season 4 Trailer

    CA Today is back! Listen for details for the new season, when to listen, and topics this season will cover!

    3 min
  • Episode 20 - Matt Miller 2.0


    Sarah Wittmeyer⁠ and Ryan McGinnis have the pleasure to sit down AGAIN with Summer Tech Camp's Keynote speaker, Matt Miller, of the Ditch That Textbook series. Matt is a high school Spanish teacher who has some really amazing and innovative ideas for teachers who are interested in transforming the way that they teach. For more information, check out his blog, ⁠ditchthattextbook.com⁠, or follow Matt on Twitter ⁠@jMattMiller⁠.

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    36 min
  • Episode 19 - Reflect. Reboot.

    In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and Ryan McGinnis digest the year of COVID-19. We reflect on the year of learning our region and teachers have done, the growth we've seen, and what is next!

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    32 min
  • Episode 18- NYSCATE 2019

    In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer, Ryan McGinnis, and Mark Beckwith reflect on NYSCATE 2019, sharing out some of the top presentations they attended! Topics in this episode include:

    • Wakelet
    • Using Microsoft Flow to improve applicable processes in an organization
    • Tools to address social-emotional learning and music education
    • Popular eSports Vendors
    • Cellphone Etiquette presentation by Liz Roth from Spencerport, NY
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      33 min
    • Episode 17 - Matt Miller

      Sarah Wittmeyer and Ryan McGinnis have the pleasure to sit down with Summer Tech Camp's Keynote speaker, Matt Miller, of the Ditch That Textbook series. Matt is a high school Spanish teacher who has some really amazing and innovative ideas for teachers who are interested in transforming the way that they teach. For more information, check out his blog, ditchthattextbook.com, or follow Matt on Twitter @jMattMiller.

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      Email us at [email protected] to offer future show ideas or share something you're excited about what's happening in your school or classroom!

      43 min

    About CA Today

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    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…