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Demystify the NYS English Regents

Crack the code of high-stakes testing with a plan that equips both you and your students for success.
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Find answers to more essential questions by checking out our FAQ.
 

What You'll Learn

The English Regents can be difficult to navigate. Let us guide you in investigating the blueprint of the exam and identifying ways to equip your students with the tools and techniques needed to pass the exam in June. 

Key takeaways


  • Understand the structure and requirements of the NYS English Regents exam
  • Identify key areas of focus to boost student performance
  • Create data-driven strategies to meet individual student needs
  • Apply targeted approaches to support students facing academic challenges
  • Design actionable plans to guide students toward passing the Regents
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Manage expectations


The NYS English Regents is a gatekeeping exam that all students in the state must pass in order to graduate from high school. This three-part exam requires students to read, comprehend, and analyze complex texts on demand and construct written responses on the spot. Its combination of high-stakes expectations, complex tasks, and challenging texts can create a daunting atmosphere for teachers and students, especially as graduation nears. 
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Read the Regents


After familiarizing yourself with the features of the NYS English Regents and the invisible skills that students need to succeed on the exam, you'll have a blueprint to use as you design curriculum aligned to the test's expectations and support students to pass the exam in June.
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Design targeted instruction


This course will support you in diving deep into student performance data to identify areas with the greatest potential for improvement. Together, we'll investigate targeted strategies to address specific needs, equipping students at all performance levels with the skills and confidence they need to excel. 
 

What Educators Are Saying

Join K-12 educators from around the world in creating meaningful change in your classroom and community.
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Course Format and Topics

This course bridges theory and practice, packed with instructional videos, resources, discussions, and assignments — all designed to support real classroom impact. Explore our open enrollment and on demand formats to find the option that works best for you.

Open enrollment

•  Course & registration available for a limited time
•  Join a cohort of educators from various schools and locations
•  Learn independently with periodic feedback from a facilitator
•  Self-paced within course period
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On demand

•  Available at any time, with flexible pacing
•  Private access for your team, school, or district 
•  Work with a dedicated facilitator
•  Customize course content and/or receive additional coaching
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Course begins
Participants who are registered prior to the course start date can expect to receive course login details 2-3 days before the course starts. For more information on access and participation, please visit our FAQ page. 

​​​Preview an introductory video from the course:
Topic 1
Introduction to the English Regents
Explore the structure of the exam and the many challenges it presents to students across New York State.
Topics 2-4
Reading the Regents
Investigate the required knowledge, skills, and other factors that have an impact on student performance within each part of the exam. Identify areas of the exam where student are likely to struggle, along with high-leverage areas that can increase student performance. 
Topics 5-7
Digging Into Data
Use exam rubrics as an instructional roadmap, explore what really determines a student's score on the exam, and analyze scoring guides to identify key trends in student work. 
Topics 8-10
Targeted Instruction
Match necessary exam skills with learning activities you can replicate for your students, find ways to motivate students who are struggling and discouraged, and explore strategies for increasing students' confidence in and understanding of the test.
Topics 11-12
Classroom Instruction
Identify differentiated instructional strategies that will meet students where they are and help move them to the next level. Explore best practices for formative assessments and checks for understanding as the exam nears.
Course ends
Course participation ends and assignments close one (1) week after the final course topic is released. Within two weeks after this date, final grades and certificates will be processed. ​
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Meet Your Facilitator

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Dr. Roberta Lenger Kang

Dr. Kang is a dedicated educator and leader in teacher professional development with over 20 years of experience spanning K-12 and higher education. In her role as CPET's Executive Director, she combines classroom teaching expertise with instructional leadership, focusing on curriculum development, assessment strategies, culturally responsive education, and empowering teachers through professional learning communities. 

"When we have a goal in mind, we must be the first to change our approach and our actions, the first to make a commitment to change."

 
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Take Your Next Steps

This opportunity is designed for K-12 educators to grow independently, or as part of a team. Still have questions? Check out our FAQ page, or contact us at [email protected]. We look forward to working alongside you!

This timing doesn't work for you? Talk to us about a custom course for your team or school, that works with your schedule!
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The Center for Professional Education of Teachers (CPET) at Teachers College, Columbia University is committed to making excellent and equitable education accessible worldwide. ​CPET unites theory and practice to promote transformational change. We design innovative projects, cultivate sustainable partnerships, and conduct research through direct and online services to youth and educators. Grounded in adult learning theories, our six core principles structure our customized approach and expand the capacities of educators around the world.

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