More than 100 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 …
A former Capital Region BOCES data and instructional coach with more than a decade of experience in education has circled back to serve students in a greater capacity. Gina Bulson assumed her new role as Deputy Director of Educational Support Services (ESS) in August. She comes to BOCES from the Shenendehowa Central School District where …
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A new school year will bring expanded opportunities for area high school students looking for a career in the beauty industry. When the new school year opens on Sept. 10, Capital Region BOCES will offer a sixth Cosmetology program classroom at its Career and Technical Education (CTE) Extension Center, allowing for two additional sections of …
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On Aug. 24, Capital Region BOCES’ Management Services and NERIC divisions co-hosted the second annual Regional School Security Summit, a full-day professional learning event focused on enhancing school safety through prevention, preparedness and collaboration. Hosted in partnership with the City School District of Albany, the summit was a great success, bringing together school district administrators, …
A story about an octopus whose tentacles represent the qualities one needs to overcome adversity brought joy to students at Maywood Academy. Jennifer Hendricks-Fogg, an author and motivational speaker—whose son, Logan, attends Maywood— visited the school for an interactive storytime. She read her latest book, Ocho the Brave Octopus, which was inspired by true events. …
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From professional certifications to hands-on learning, rising seniors at Capital Region BOCES say they have a laundry list of things they are looking forward to when the school year resumes next month. More than 1,600 students from at least two dozen school districts start classes on Sept. 10 at the Career and Technical Education (CTE) …
On Tuesday, Aug. 25, Capital Region BOCES welcomed a delegation from Japan participating in the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). The visit provided an opportunity for a professional exchange, allowing the visiting delegation and BOCES leaders to share perspectives, discuss common challenges and explore innovative …
Twenty four middle school students from Menands and Watervliet spent a week together learning about cars and semiconductors as part of the annual Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Enrichment Program offered by Capital Region BOCES in partnership with Future STEM (formerly Ten80 Education) and funded by Global Foundries. The enrichment program—now in its sixth …
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Airline Academy held its annual Cops with Cones event on Thursday, Aug. 6. The event was hosted by Capital Region BOCES School Resource Officer Matt Stott and his friends from the Colonie Police Community Services Unit. The officers eagerly served students and staff scoops of their favorite ice cream, which was generously provided by Stewart’s …
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When it comes to planning activities that get students moving and socializing, staff at Maywood Academy are full of ideas. Speech Therapist Kristin Degan and Physical Therapist Jamie Ascher work as a team to plan events that support students’ developmental skills. With the help of School Social Worker Christine Scherbyn, Degan and Asher took students …
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