There were ambulances, fire trucks and police cars at the Maywood Academy at Capital Region BOCES this week, but there were no emergencies. Rather, area first responders turned out in force to spread a vital message of safety among students with diverse needs. Members of the Verdoy Volunteer Fire Department, Colonie Police Department and Colonie …
Emily Cetnar has joined Capital Region BOCES as assistant principal of special education public school programs (Region 2). Cetnar will work alongside Region 2 Principal John Clausson. “Emily is a great addition to our team,” said Clausson. “She has a wealth of knowledge and cares deeply about the students we serve. Her leadership will go …
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Fifth and eighth grade students at Airline Drive Academy were celebrated for their academic achievements during moving-up and graduation ceremonies at the school on June 24. The celebrations marked new chapters in the students’ lives, some who will be heading to middle school at Airline and others who will be attending high school at Maywood …
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Students in the Skills for Employment, Life and Functional Independence (SELFI) Program were recognized during a graduation and end-of-year celebration on June 17 at Capital Region BOCES. “Graduates, you made it. You showed up for each other and for your jobs, and in turn, they all showed up for you,” said Principal John Clausson. “I …
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Maywood Academy celebrated its 2026 graduating class with a ceremony and reception on June 12. Seven high school seniors were honored for their academic achievements, resilience and the joy they brought to the school community over the years. “Everyone sees you in your cap and gowns and sees your accomplishments, but what they do not …
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Ponies for Hire, a local animal farm and pony riding business, returned to Capital Region BOCES to put on an exciting petting zoo for students at Airline Drive and Maywood academies. The petting zoo has become an annual tradition at the schools, which provide quality education programs for students with diverse needs. Located at the …
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing program students and staff gathered at Tawasentha Park in Guilderland for their annual picnic. A long-held tradition of the program, the annual picnic brings together current, former, and prospective students for a fun-filled day of games, activities and celebrations. “The DHH picnic provides an opportunity for students across grade levels, …
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Students at Airline Drive Academy were in for a treat when the NY Maple Experience visited earlier this month. Students and staff were welcomed aboard the NY Maple Experience—an exhibit set inside of a 24-foot trailer— to learn about maple syrup and the tools and apparatuses used to produce it. The presentation was led by …
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Students were dressed to impress at the Capital Region BOCES Special Education division-wide prom, which took place at Duo at the Dunes, a premiere venue in Albany. With their peers, teachers and supporters there to cheer them on, students at Maywood Academy, the Skills for Employment, Life and Functional Independence (SELFI) program, and those attending …
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Students attending the Capital Region BOCES Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) program at Guilderland High School got a taste of success during their trip to Tuscan Bakery in Menands, which sells a variety of Turkish pastries and baked goods. The field trip was facilitated by DHH Teacher Cara Wolf, Literacy and Training Coach Dr. …
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