Registration for Events

Please register for all events through the Teacher Center at www.teachers-center.org.  Search for “ACARC." (**Please note: If you are an ACARC member, please select the "personal check" option at the payment part of registration. However, you do not have to send payment for the event. ACARC membership includes all ACARC events, unless otherwise noted.)

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If you have any questions about your CTLE certificate, please contact Val (valerie@teachers-center.org) from the Teachers Center. ​

2024-2025 School Year

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Interactive and Inspirational Afternoon with Torrey Maldonado 

ACARC is thrilled to have Torrey Maldonado speak at our Fall hybrid event! Torrey is a middle school teacher in NYC and the best selling author of Secret Saturdays, Tight, What Lane? and Hands. In fact, Torrey's most recent book was selected as this year's Global Read Aloud choice for middle schoolers and was featured on the CBS Good Morning. Torrey writes the lives of boys and is known for writing quick rollercoaster novels. Come join us to be inspired by Torrey, as well as learn more about the Globe Read Aloud.

 

Discover the JOY of teaching reading and readers beyond the programs. Bring your colleagues to the Bethlehem Central Middle School Library or join us online to engage with Torrey virtually. In person participants will receive our ACARC tote and have the opportunity to win one of Torrey's books.

 

Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024

Time: 4:00-6:00 PM

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Fee: Fee: $10 for nonmembers; FREE for ACARC members (Annual membership: $30).  Non- members fee send to:  ACARC / Jen Steil, Bethlehem Central Middle School, 332 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054

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Best Books 2024​

As literacy educators, we know there’s nothing like getting lost in a great book!  Find out what’s new in Children’s and Young Adult literature as three local experts share their top recommendations for readers of all ages. Teachers will gain knowledge of new literature to engage, motivate, and spark joy in readers. Don’t miss ACARC’s ever-popular event!  Registration is required.

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Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024

Time: Event: 4:30 – 6:00 PM

CTLE Hours: 1.5 hours

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Facilitators: Sherry Guice, South Colonie Schools, Susan Kirby-LeMon, Shenendehowa Central Schools, Colleen Kuno, South Colonie Schools

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Fee: Fee: $10 for nonmembers; FREE for ACARC members (Annual membership: $30).  Non-members fee send to:  ACARC / Jen Steil, Bethlehem Central Middle School, 332 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar, NY 12054

To become an ACARC member, go to www.nysreading.org; Click on Membership > Regional Directors and Local Councils > Albany City Area Council

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Registration is required; Go to www.teachers-center.com and search for ACARC

For questions, CONTACT: acarcny@gmail.com​

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More ACARC Events in the works!  

• AdditionalACARC events session planning in progress

• Summer Reading for Teachers 2025, May, 2025 with Dr. Cheryl Dozier and Dr. Kelly Wissman, PhD. UAlbany

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Additional Professional Development Opportunities

• Dr. Sherry Guice's book groups (sponsored by ACARC)​. Please register for this opportunity through the Teacher Center at www.teachers-center.org

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NEW YORK STATE READING ASSOCIATION (NYSRA) CONFERENCE

NYSRA’s Annual Conference will be held in Albany, NY at the Albany Hilton on Sunday, November 10 - Tuesday, November 12, 2024.  This year’s theme is Forward Together:  New Paths in Literacy Learning & Teaching.  Connect with literacy educators from across the State and add to your literacy toolbox!  ACARC members receive a discounted conference rate.  For more information, see the the NYSRA Annual Conference Website

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