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Women in Tech luncheon builds connection across the Capital Region

Women working in technology roles across the Capital Region gathered at the Van Patten Golf Club in Clifton Park on Sept. 29 for NERIC’s second Women in Tech Luncheon. The event welcomed 40 professionals for an afternoon centered on building connections, sharing experiences and strengthening the region’s technology community. Led by NERIC’s Lora Parks and …

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More than 130 adults pursue an education, career in nursing

More than 130 adults are looking to change their careers or bolster their employability this fall through the Capital Region BOCES Adult Practical Nursing program. The adults range from those fresh out of high school to those looking to launch a new career, as well as those looking to climb the nursing career ladder, said …

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CTE students earn college credits while preparing for life

A Career and Technical Education is known for preparing students for success in their industries of choice, but how many people know that CTE can give students an advantage in college, even reducing the number of semesters they need to earn a degree? Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical School has a lengthy list of …

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Virginia Bond named Tech in Education Community Leader

Virginia Bond, a training specialist with the Northeastern Regional Information Center, has been honored as a 2024-25 Community Leader by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). In addition, she also recently completed the Google for Education Certified Innovator Program. These achievements are a huge …

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High school students gain work experience in more than 100 area businesses

Gaining workplace experience is valuable for any student but gaining experience in a workplace you hope to build a career in can be absolutely game-changing. For students attending the Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical Education Center, work-based learning is a pivotal part of their education journey and an experience that has launched countless careers. …

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New school year will bring upgrades to Schoharie Career and Technical Education Center

A renovated Career and Technical Education Center – Schoharie Campus will greet students during the 2024-25 school year, with technology and safety upgrades enhancing the learning experience for more than 200 students. Starting in September, students will be able to take the Welding and Metal Fabrication program on the Schoharie Campus with the new classroom …

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Adult electrical, HVAC courses offered this fall

Capital Region BOCES is offering two courses this fall for adult students interested in reimagining their futures with careers in the electrical trades, heating and cooling or welding industries. BOCES will offer a Residential Electrical course and a Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) course at its Career and Technical Education Center – Albany …

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CTE grad proves he’s a cut above at national competition

A recent graduate of Capital Region BOCES recently proved he has the barbering skills to be among the best in the nation. Jacob Alaimo, a 2024 graduate of the Career and Technical Education Center Cosmetology program, earned a bronze medal at the national SkillsUSA competition that concluded on June 28.  “I am very proud of …

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More than 100 adults graduate Capital Region BOCES Adult Practical Nursing Program

From career changers to recent high school graduates, nearly 130 area adults are entering the post-pandemic world of healthcare thanks to the Capital Region BOCES Adult Practical Nursing Program. With family and friends looking on from the seats of Proctors, 128 members of the Adult Practical Nursing Class of 2024 received their diplomas and nursing …

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Schenectady senior receives The William Kress Memorial Humanitarian Award at Capital Region BOCES

A Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical School graduate with a passion for canines is the recipient of The 2024 William Kress Memorial Humanitarian Award. Neveah Turner, a Pet Tech program graduate, was presented the scholarship during the June 6 Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical Education Center – Albany Campus Awards Ceremony by Diane …

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