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Resources (Birth – Grade 3)

Office of Early Learning Webinar Series

The 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ Office of Early Learning offers a P-3 webinar series that is focused on resources and tools for classroom teachers, school administrators, and P-3 educators. All events will be open to the public and free. ÌýPlease check this page for future and recorded events.

2025-2026 Early Learning Webinar Series

As we begin the 2025–2026 school year, the Office of Early Learning is excited to offer a new series of webinars designed to strengthen and enrich early childhood education across our schools. This year’s sessions will explore key topics including cultural connections in early learning, the transition from prekindergarten to kindergarten, and utilizing learning centers in the early education classroom.Ìý

Be sure to mark your calendars and register for these upcoming sessions! Check out the 2025-2026 Early Learning Webinar Series flyerÌýfor more information on each of these professional development opportunities.Ìý

2024 P3 Webinar Series

The Office of Early Learning hosted a series of webinars that focused on best practices in Prekindergarten through Third Grade.

2024 P3 Webinar Series Overview

2024-2025 Best Practices in Prekindergarten Webinar Series

The Office of Early Learning held the following live webinars during the 2024-2025 school year.

  • SCIENCE EVERYWHERE November 6, 2024 3:00-4:00pm
  • FOSTERING POSITIVE BEHAVIOR IN PREK February 5, 2025 3:00-4:00pm
  • SUPPORTING EMERGENT MULTILINGUAL LEARNERS IN PREK March 5, 2025 3:00-4:00pm
  • INCLUSION IN PREK: WHY IT MATTERS AND BEST PRACTICE May 14, 2025 3:00-4:00pm

All webinars were recorded and are available on demand below.

Libraries and Literacy - Office of Early Learning

Libraries and Literacy - Office of Early Learning

Thursday, May 22, 2025

The 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State Library and Office of Early Learning co-presents the Libraries Supporting Literacy Best Practices webinar for library staff focused on supporting the State’s latest literacy initiatives.

The webinar explores the key components of how public libraries can support young readers and families to increase literacy...More

Student Centered Learning Environment Best Practices

Student Centered Learning Environment Best Practices

Thursday, April 10, 2025

The Office of Early Learning has created a webinar and resource document that can be used by educators to enhance their classroom environment. The following video and documents will show how to bring learning centers into a classroom, how to integrate the theme of study into the classroom, and how to incorporate student choice and why it is...More

Inclusion in PreK - Why It Matters and Best Practices from the Field

Inclusion in PreK - Why It Matters and Best Practices from the Field

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

This webinar focusesÌýon ensuring that every child, regardless of ability, background, or individual needs, has an equal opportunity to learn and grow.ÌýThis webinar will explore practical examples from across 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State of how programs and educators are supporting children with disabilities in inclusive classroom settings.Ìý

Supporting Emergent Multilingual Learners

Supporting Emergent Multilingual Learners - Best Practices for Prekindergarten Classrooms and Programs

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

In this webinar, we will discuss valuable strategies for enhancing language development while recognizing the strengths that multilingual students bring to the prekindergarten classroom.

Through the examples provided, participants will be able to identify practices that nurture development for emergent multilingual...More

Fostering Positive Behavior in the Prekindergarten Classroom

Fostering Positive Behavior in the Prekindergarten Classroom

Thursday, February 27, 2025

Prekindergarten is a crucial time for children's development as they are introduced to new social and academic environments. Teachers and parents alike play a significant role in fostering positive behavior in prekindergarten children, as it can set the foundation for future success in school and life. Positive behavior in prekindergarten is...More

Science Everywhere

Science Everywhere Webinar

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

This webinar is to introduce Science Everywhere: an early learning initiative, emphasizing the importance of Inquiry-Based Learning. Spearheaded by the 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State Education Department's Office of Early Learning and Office of Cultural Education, the initiative seeks to foster a love for science and nature in young children through hands-on...More

The Value of Play - Play Based Learning for P-3 Students

The Value of Play

Thursday, January 25, 2024

This webinar is designed to help teachers and administrators understand the value of play in children’s development and learning. Play-based learning is a multifaceted approach that helps children work toward learning goals and meet developmental expectations.

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Value of Play Webinar Documents

Best Practices for UPK Collaboration Webinar

Best Practices for UPK Collaboration Webinar

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The Best Practices for UPK Collaboration webinar, which took place on March 13th, 2024, provides an overview of best practices for districts as they seek to partner with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to provide prekindergarten programming. Presenters from the Office of Early Learning were joined by district and CBO representatives from...More

Social Emotional Learning in the P-3 Classroom

Social Emotional Learning Building Programmatic Practice

Thursday, June 20, 2024

Social Emotional Learning in the P-3 Classroom, which took place on May 15, 2024, explores inspiring examples from districts that have embraced Social Emotional Learning, delving into the benefits it brings to both students and educators. Topics include creating nurturing environments, enhancing academic outcomes, and building a foundation for...More

91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State Administered Prekindergarten Final Report Webinar 2025-2026

2025-2026 State-Administered Prekindergarten Final Report Webinar

Friday, May 15, 2026

The 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State Administered Prekindergarten Final Report Webinar 2025-2026 provides guidance and support for accurate completion and timely approval of the 2025-2026 NYS Prekindergarten Final Program Report.More

91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State-Administered Prekindergarten Application Webinar 2025 - 2026

2025-2026 State-Administered Prekindergarten Application

Friday, August 1, 2025

The 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State Administered Prekindergarten Application Webinar provides guidance and support for the accurate completion and timely approval of the State Administered Prekindergarten Application. For further support, please reach out to the Office of Early Learning atÌýOEL@nysed.gov.More

91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ State Administered Prekindergarten Fiscal Guidance Webinar Series

FS-10 – Proposed Budget Webinar

This presentation provides guidance and support for accurate completion and timely approval of the FS-10 Proposed Budget form for Universal Prekindergarten programs for the 2026-2027 school year.Ìý

The following documents are referenced in this webinar:

  • Presentation Slides (coming soon)
  • 2026-2027 OEL Fiscal Guidance HandbookÌý(coming soon)
  • Sample FS-10Ìý(coming soon)

2026-2027 NYS Administered PreK Fiscal Guidance Webinar Series: FS-10 – Proposed Budget

Thursday, June 18, 2026

This presentation provides guidance and support for accurate completion and timely approval of the FS-10 Proposed Budget form for Universal Prekindergarten programs for the 2026-2027 school year.ÌýMore

FS-10-A – Amendment Webinar

This presentation provides guidance and support for accurate completion and timely approval of the FS-10A form for Universal Prekindergarten programs in the 2026-2027 school year.

The following documents are referenced in this webinar:

  • Presentation SlidesÌý(coming soon)
  • 2026-2027 OEL Fiscal Guidance HandbookÌý(coming soon)
  • Sample FS-10Ìý(coming soon)
  • Sample FS-10AÌý(coming soon)

2026-2027 NYS Administered PreK Fiscal Guidance Webinar Series: FS-10A – Budget Amendment

Thursday, June 18, 2026

This presentation provides guidance and support for accurate completion and timely approval of the FS-10A form for Universal Prekindergarten programs for the 2026-2027 school year.ÌýMore