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Second annual Regional Security Summit strengthens school leaders’ readiness and response strategies

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, …

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Maywood student’s story of triumph becomes a teachable moment for classmates

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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Rising seniors look forward to new skills, certification and working with their hands

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) …

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Japanese delegation visits BOCES

            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 …

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Menands, Watervliet students get energized for a future in STEM

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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School Resource Officer hosts annual Cops with Cones at Airline Academy

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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Maywood students party like it’s the 80s at dance party

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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Guilderland woman ready for her future thanks to the Adult Education program

A Guilderland woman is thankful for Capital Region BOCES and the opportunity it is affording her to pursue her dreams. Mary Slattery will graduate on Aug. 19 from the adult High School Equivalency (HSE) program, allowing her to earn her high school diploma. The 20-year-old plans to use the diploma to attend college in the …

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Local woman from Guyana ready to graduate at 66-years-old; plans to pursue a nursing education

A well-traveled area woman is hoping to build her professional career on the foundation of an education at Capital Region BOCES. Yvonne Mickle is one of more than 100 adults who will graduate Aug. 19 from the Capital Region BOCES Adult Education program during a 5 p.m. ceremony at Hackett Middle School in Albany. A …

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