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​ CURRENT COURSE OFFERINGS​

FALL 2026
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September 15, 2026 - January 31, 2027

FALL REGISTRATION STARTS ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2026

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​   CORE P.D. is a NYSED Approved CTLE Sponsor​


"This course exceeded my expectations! Even though it was an online course, it didn't feel like one. Your feedback and comments on my assignments made it feel like it was in person. All materials selected for this course were relevant to the topic and were up to date; the videos were engaging and contained valuable information. The articles I read and the research I did allowed me to learn more about course topics. This class taught me more about mental health illness in children and adolescents and how I can help my own students. It is a course that all educators should take due to the significant increase of mental health problems in our students. I loved this class and will recommend it to my colleagues. Thank you for a great class and your dedication. I look forward to more courses at CORE P.D."

Thank you for another amazing learning experience; I was truly sad when the class was over! Each class I have taken at CORE P.D. will forever change my life as an educator. As always, the course had relevant information and research that will be utilized in my classroom, now and throughout my teaching career.  I will continue to learn and grow because my students deserve the best version of 
me so I can
 ​help them be the best version of themselves. Thank you for another impactful course!"


"I am never disappointed in CORE P.D. courses and find that they are the most worthwhile ones out there. As always, thank you for your fantastic feedback after each assignment; it is so wonderful to read your responses and know how thoroughly you reviewed my work. This course flew by so quickly! I will be taking two more courses this semester and I once again will be looking forward to them!" 

"This was my very first professional development course and I have to say that it set the bar
pretty high! The assignments were well-thought out and very relevant in today's world.
I learned many statistics related to mental health disorders in children and adolescents; they were very alarming, but all educators to know as much as possible on these topics. I was also made more aware of the warning signs to watch for in my students. This is a course I think every educator should take.
The instructor was a dream - her responses were almost instantaneous and full of wonderful insight.
​I will definitely be taking more CORE Professional Development courses in the future!


"I will highly recommend your courses to my colleagues! I thoroughly enjoyed the three courses I took and found myself looking forward to the content of every assignment. I cannot thank you and your staff enough for the effort and care that is put into every course. I look forward to taking many more classes with CORE Professional Development. Thanks again for all you do!"

​"This class was wonderful! For an online platform, I found the outline of work extremely straightforward and easy to navigate. The materials were interesting and "new" - they did not feel like the usual and tired resources used in other professional development courses. I loved your personal feedback. I'm not sure I have ever taken a class where the instructor took the time to write such personalized feedback for each assignment! I always looked forward to reading your responses.
 I wish I knew about CORE P.D. courses sooner!"


"I have learned so much from these courses. I always knew how crucial it is to develop
strong relationships with my students, but this course really allowed me to reflect on the
relationships I have built with my students. The articles, videos and activities were wonderful
resources, all of which I will refer back to in order to strengthen my craft. Thank you!"


"CORE Professional Development is so much better and more efficient than other
institutes where I've taken classes! I'll keep recommending your great courses! Thank you!"

 (These are all evaluations from  Long Island educators. See more on our Testimonials page!)

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FALL 2026 BROCHURE
For a printable copy of our course listings, click on the
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 2026 BROCHURE button on our Home Page.

For detailed course descriptions, please visit our Course Descriptions page:
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
We are always updating our class listings.
To see a listing of our newest course titles, click here:​
NEWEST COURSE TITLES

​​IN-SERVICE COURSES
Online and Hybrid courses listed below are 3
in-service credits, 45 hours
All classes may also be taken for CTLE hours; we are a NYSED approved sponsor

Per course fee is $260 for all 3-credit classes

REFUND POLICY: SINCE WE ADVISE ALL EDUCATORS TO GET PRIOR APPROVAL BEFORE REGISTERING FOR CLASSES, WE VERY INFREQUENTLY HAVE NEEDED TO GIVE A REFUND. IN THE EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES WHEN A PARTICIPANT IS UNABLE TO TAKE A CLASS, WE CAN PUT THE ORIGINAL PAYMENT TOWARDS ANOTHER CLASS. IF AN ACTUAL REFUND IS NEEDED, THE PAYPAL FEE THAT CORE PAYS PER REFUND WILL BE DEDUCTED FROM THE AMOUNT OF THE REFUND ISSUED.​
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*For your convenience, our open enrollment allows you to register after the course start date.*
TO REGISTER FOR IN-SERVICE COURSES:
Use our convenient Registration Link:
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT PAGE
By email: [email protected]
By phone: 631.

          PLEASE NOTE: FALL REGISTRATION STARTS ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2026   
      

          FALL 2026 SCHEDULE

                                  September 15, 2026 - January 31, 2027
         Chronological Listing of Fall 2026 In-Service Courses     

                   NOTE: All courses may also be taken for 45 CTLE hours

              CORE Professional Development  Proudly Announces
                     the addition of a new type of P.D. learning!

                    We are now introducing VIRTUAL SYNCHRONOUS HYBRID CLASSES. 
                              We are now offering courses in these formats:

Virtual Synchronous Hybrid Classes: In-Person via Google Meet Classrooms. These
classes include class participation and written assignments. Limit: 8-10 participants.
Online: Fully online classes. Limit: 15 participants.

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DIRECTIONS FOR REGISTERING FOR CLASSES:
1) ALL REGISTRATION FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH COURSE PAYMENT. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE COURSE CONFIRMATION, REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT MUST BE SUBMITTED TOGETHER. 

2) AFTER FILLING OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM ON THE LEFT-HAND SIDE OF THE REGISTRATION PAGE, 
CLICK THE "SUBMIT BY CLICKING HERE" BUTTON. THAT ENSURES THAT WE WILL RECEIVE YOUR FORM.

3) WHEN REGISTERING FOR MULTIPLE COURSES, PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY ONE REGISTRATION FORM AND ONE PAYMENT FOR ALL CLASSES. YOU CAN WRITE MULTIPLE COURSE NUMBERS/START DATES ON THE LINE ON THE REGISTRATION FORM. PLEASE BE SURE TO INCLUDE COURSE START DATES.

4) 
CORE RECOMMENDS THAT YOU GET DISTRICT APPROVAL PRIOR TO REGISTERING AND PAYING FOR A CLASS. IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL YOUR PARTICIPATION IN A CLASS, WE CAN PUT THE PAYMENT TOWARDS ANOTHER CLASS.

5) BEFORE YOU REGISTER, PLEASE CHECK THE HYBRID LISTINGS; IF IT SAYS A COURSE IS CLOSED, PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THAT CLASS.

6) 
REFUND POLICY: SINCE WE ADVISE ALL EDUCATORS TO GET PRIOR APPROVAL BEFORE REGISTERING FOR CLASSES, WE VERY INFREQUENTLY HAVE NEEDED TO GIVE A REFUND. IN THE EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES WHEN A PARTICIPANT IS UNABLE TO TAKE A CLASS, WE CAN PUT THE ORIGINAL PAYMENT TOWARDS ANOTHER CLASS. IF AN ACTUAL REFUND IS NEEDED, THE PAYPAL FEE THAT CORE PAYS PER REFUND WILL BE DEDUCTED FROM THE AMOUNT OF THE REFUND ISSUED.
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        Thanks so much for your continued participation in our classes! We appreciate it!

PLEASE NOTE: When taking a CORE P.D. class, it is a good idea to put the instructor's name into your contacts to ensure on-time delivery of the course work. On occasion, we've found that the instructor's email with assignments has ended up in a spam folder. If you registered for a course and haven't heard from the instructor by the start date, please check spam and then contact the office or instructor. Thank you.
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VIRTUAL SYNCHRONOUS HYBRID COURSES
All Hybrid classes are 3 in-service credits and 45 CTLE hours

In Google Meet Classrooms and includes online assignments.  

LIMIT: 8-10 PARTICIPANTS  
(Please do not register for closed classes. Closed classes will be clearly indicated with a red notification next to the course. Thank you.) 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: October 6, 7, 8…….5 pm – 10 pm  (Section 1)
(All Work Due by October 30, 2026)
“Responding to Disruptive Students in the Classroom: Strategies for Teachers”                                                       
              Course #C176     Instructor: Caryn Drezner
 
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: October 19, 20, 21…….5 pm – 10pm  (Section 1)
(All Work Due by November 13, 2026)

“Literacy Instruction: Developing Reading and Writing Skills Across the Curriculum”                            
              Course #C304     Instructor: Kara Cosolito   
 
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: November 2, 3, 4…….5 pm – 10 pm 
(All Work Due by December 2, 2026)

“Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching: Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Cognitive Skills”                                                       
              Course #C318     Instructor: Caryn Drezner  
 
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: November 17, 18, 19…….5 pm – 10 pm 
(All Work Due by December 18, 2026
)
“Raise Your Hand if You Love Grammar! How to Teach Grammar to Students in All Grades and Subject Areas”                              
              
Course #C316 Instructor: Kara Cosolito   
 
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: December 7, 8, 9…….5 pm – 10 pm 
(All Work Due by January 7, 2027)

“Mastery Learning: Strategies for Successful Student Performance in All Academic Areas”  
              Course #C324     Instructor: Caryn Drezner   
 
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: December 14, 15, 16…….5 pm – 10pm 
(All Work Due by January 14, 2027)

“Responding to Disruptive Students in the Classroom: Strategies for Teachers”                                                       
              Course #C176     Instructor: Caryn Drezner
 
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: January 11, 12, 13…….5 pm – 10 pm 
(All Work Due by February 11, 2027)

“Unique Ideas for Celebrating Student Literacy in the Classroom”
              Course #C348    Instructor: Kara Cosolito
 
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: January 19, 20, 21…….5 pm – 10 pm
(All Work Due by February 18, 2027)

“Motivating Students to Reach Their Highest Potential: How True Engagement in Learning Inspires Academic Success”      
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Course #C244     Instructor: Caryn Drezner    NEW HYBRID COURSE!  
 
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: January 25, 26, 27…….5 pm – 10pm  (Section 2)
(All Work Due by February 24, 2027)
“Literacy Instruction: Developing Reading and Writing Skills Across the Curriculum”                            
              Course #C304     Instructor: Kara Cosolito  


ONLINE COURSES
All Online classes are 3 in-service credits and 45 hours

Please Note: 
  • If it accommodates your needs, we are always happy to send you the course work in​            advance of the start date of a class.
  • If a course that you want to take has already started, you can enter the class late and you will be given extra time to complete the assignments.
  • Some of our online classes do fill up and are closed to further registration. Please do not register for closed classes. Thank you.​​​


September 15 - October 15
  • “Computer Skills and Multi-Disciplinary Instruction: How Technology Can Enrich Students and Education”
                        Course #C128     Instructor: Andrew Frisch 
  • “Teacher Survival Guide: A Survey of Critical Concepts for Educators in All Subjects” 
                        Course #C326     Instructor: Mario Nardiello 
 
September 23 - October 23
  • “Close Reading Strategies: Supporting the New York State Learning Standards”
                        Course #C112     Instructor: Dana Driscoll
  • “Spanish for Educators: Communicating with Students, Parents and Staff” 
                        Course #C254     Instructor: Rosa Malley  
 
September 28 - October 28
  • “Total Participation Strategies: Promoting Engagement and Understanding for All Learners”    
                        Course #C212     Instructor: Kara Cosolito
  • “Using Google Apps in the Classroom: Beginner to Intermediate”
                        Course #C102     Instructor: Christopher Smith 
 
September 30 - October 30
  • “How Parents Can Support Classroom Learning:  Improving Communication to Foster Academic Success”               
​                      Course #C292   Instructor: Jessica Liakonis
  • “Mastery Learning: Strategies for Successful Student Performance in All Academic Areas” 
                        Course #C324     Instructor: Caryn Drezner
 
October 5 - November 5
  • “Mastering Artificial Intelligence (AI): Empowering Educators for 21st Century Learning” 
                           Course #C338     Instructor: Danielle Roccisano 
 
October 7 - November 6
  • “Walking in Their Shoes: Understanding How Developmentally Disabled Students Learn, Think and Experience the World”   
​                     Course #C298   Instructor: Loni Stein
  • “Coding Across the Curriculum: How Computer Programming Can Maximize Problem-Solving Skills and Student Engagement”     
​                     Course #C234    Instructor: Andrew Frisch
 
October 14 - November 13
  • “The Power of Station Teaching: How Differentiation and Collaboration Improves Active Learning in All Grades and Content Areas”         
​                      Course #C294   Instructor: Thomas Sheehan 
  • “Literacy Instruction: Developing Reading and Writing Skills Across the Curriculum”                                      
                       Course #C304     Instructor: Kara Cosolito  
 
October 19 - November 18
  • “Exploring Happiness: Applications in the Field of Education”       
                        Course #C334     Instructor: Gail Leibert  
  • “Strategies for Effective Teacher Collaboration”   
​                        Course #C142     Instructor: Andrew Frisch
 
October 20 - November 19
  • “How Children Learn Best: Influence of Classroom Environment on Academic Performance” 
                        Course #C175     Instructor: Kara Cosolito
  • “Using Mentor Texts to Teach Writing: Strengthening Skills and Igniting Imagination with Picture Books” 
                        Course #C250      Instructor: Jessica Liakonis
 
October 21 - November 20
  • “Responding to Disruptive Students in the Classroom: Strategies for Teachers” 
                        Course #C176     Instructor: Caryn Drezner
  • “Real World Teaching: The Importance of Bringing Relevance to 21st Century Classrooms” 
                          Course #C332     Instructor: Mario Nardiello
 
October 26 - December 2
  • “Spanish for Educators: Communicating with Students, Parents and Staff”
                        Course #C254        Instructor: Rosa Malley 
  • “Digital Storytelling: Strengthening Students’ Skills in Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Collaboration and the Writing Process”           
​                         Course #C262    Instructor: Danielle Roccisano
 
November 2 - December 2
  • “Using Google Apps in the Classroom: Intermediate to Advanced” 
                        Course #C180     Instructor: Christopher Smith 
  • “A Comprehensive Guide to Teaching SIFE/SLIFE: Best Practices for Educators, Counselors and Support Staff”                 
​​                         Course #C340       Instructor: Gail Leibert 
 
November 4- December 4
  • “Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching: Developing Students’ Critical Thinking and Cognitive Skills” 
                        Course #C318     Instructor: Caryn Drezner
  • “Emotional Intelligence and Critical Thinking: Increasing Student Motivation and Productivity” 
                        Course #C118      Instructor: Kara Cosolito    NEW ONLINE COURSE!
 
November 10 - December 8
  • “A Comprehensive Guide to Teaching SIFE/SLIFE: Best Practices for Educators, Counselors and Support Staff”                 
​                       Course #C340       Instructor: Gail Leibert 
  • “Blended Learning: How Student-Centered Learning Can Enhance Traditional Instruction” 
                        Course #C274      Instructor: Jessica Liakonis
 
November 12 - December 11
  • “The Science of Reading: Understanding How We Read and Learn”           
                        Course #C314     Instructor: Thomas Sheehan   
  • “Strengthening the Home-School Connection: Using Technology to Create Positive Relationships with Students and Their Families”      
​                        Course #C243    Instructor: Andrew Frisch
 
November 16 - December 15
  • “Raise Your Hand if You Love Grammar! How to Teach Grammar to Student in All Grades and Subject Areas”              
​                        Course #C316     Instructor: Kara Cosolito  
  • “Examining Diversity in Our Schools: Impact on Learning and Classroom Dynamics” 
                        Course #C154      Instructor: Jessica Liakonis   NEW ONLINE COURSE!
 
November 17 - December 16
  • “Building Camaraderie and Teamwork in Schools: Strengthening Educators’ Social and Emotional Well-Being”
                        Course #C360     Instructor: Loni Stein
  • “Flipped Classrooms: Transforming and Enhancing Traditional Instruction” 
                        Course #C270     Instructor: Danielle Roccisano
 
December 1 - January 5
  • “Motivating Students to Reach Their Highest Potential: How True Engagement in Learning Inspires Academic Success”      
​                        Course #C244     Instructor: Caryn Drezner    NEW ONLINE COURSE!
  • “Using Google Apps in the Classroom: Beginner to Intermediate”   
​                        Course #C102     Instructor: Christopher Smith 
 
December 2 - January 6
  • “Spanish for Educators: Communicating with Students, Parents and Staff”
                        Course #C254        Instructor: Rosa Malley 
  • “Exploring Happiness: Applications in the Field of Education”       
                        Course #C334     Instructor: Gail Leibert       
 
December 8 - January 7
  • “How Co-Teaching Benefits Students with Special Needs: Effective Models for the Inclusion Classroom” 
                        Course #C240      Instructor: Jessica Liakonis   NEW ONLINE COURSE!
  • “Teacher Survival Guide: A Survey of Critical Concepts for Educators in All Subjects” 
                        Course #C326     Instructor: Mario Nardiello 
 
December 9 - January 8
  • “Computer Skills and Multi-Disciplinary Instruction: How Technology Can Enrich Students and Education”                  
​                        Course #C128     Instructor: Andrew Frisch 
  • “Close Reading Strategies: Supporting the New York State Learning Standards”
                          Course #C112     Instructor: Dana Driscoll
 
December 14 - January 13
  • “Internet Safety, Cyber Bullying and Social Media: How Teachers and Schools Can Help Students Navigate Cyberspace”    
​                       Course #C151 Instructor: Loni Stein    NEW ONLINE COURSE!
  • “Using Google Apps in the Classroom: Intermediate to Advanced” 
                        Course #C180     Instructor: Christopher Smith 
 
December 15 - January 14
  • “The Teacher-Student Relationship: Providing Essential Supports for Learning, Motivation and Achievement”            
​                        Course #C246     Instructor: Caryn Drezner   NEW ONLINE COURSE!
  • “The Power of Station Teaching: How Differentiation and Collaboration Improves Active Learning in All Grades and Content Areas”         
​                        Course #C294   Instructor: Thomas Sheehan 
 
January 4 - January 27
  • “Unique Ideas for Celebrating Student Literacy in the Classroom”      
                        Course #C348     Instructor: Kara Cosolito
  • “Virtual Field Trips: Explore the World from Your Classroom”  
                        Course #C166 Instructor: Loni Stein
 
January 5 - January 28
  • “Writing Across the Curriculum: Ideas and Activities in All Subject Areas” 
                        Course #C148      Instructor: Jessica Liakonis   NEW ONLINE COURSE!
  • “Mastering Artificial Intelligence (AI): Empowering Educators for 21st Century Learning” 
                        Course #C338     Instructor: Danielle Roccisano 
 
January 12 – January 29    *ACCELERATED END-OF-SEMESTER CLASSES!* 
  • “Education Reform in America: Reshaping Schools, Instructional Strategies and Student Achievement”         
                        Course #C208    Instructor: Andrew Frisch   NEW ONLINE COURSE!
  • “Responding to Disruptive Students in the Classroom: Strategies for Teachers” 
                        Course #C176     Instructor: Caryn Drezner
 
January 14 – January 30    *ACCELERATED END-OF-SEMESTER CLASSES!* 
  • “How to Reach At-Risk Students: Strategies for Teaching Academically Underprepared Students”                 
                        Course #C124     Instructor: Kara Cosolito    NEW ONLINE COURSE!
  • “Walking in Their Shoes: Understanding How Developmentally Disabled Students Learn, Think and Experience the World”   
​                         Course #C298   Instructor: Loni Stein
 

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   Please Note: We recommend getting prior approval from your district for CORE courses.

 




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