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December 2018

PHOTO OF THE MONTH

A Hoosick Falls AP Biology class visited Vital Vio in Troy to learn about the science behind bacteria-killing LED technology. 

CTE Spotlight

Once again this year, CTE students provided free meals for local veterans at our centers in Hudson & Troy. Read more.

Special Education Spotlight

Rensselaer Academy students gave back to the community by making scarves for the homeless this winter. Read more.

From the desk of Gladys Cruz...


The holiday season is upon us once again, and I encourage us all to reflect on all we have and consider how we can share what we have with others. Read more.
Service Testimonial: Business & Education Partnerships; Kerry Smith, Averill Park CSD

Kerry Smith, an ELA teacher at Averill Park CSD, took her senior women's literature class to the NYS Capitol to meet with several women's advocacy groups and hear from successful female leaders in the Capital Region. Hear about how Questar III helped coordinate this effort and how it impacted student learning.

Other BOCES News:

Connecting businesses and educators
The "Hungry Games" at REC
Sign up to volunteer at Odyssey of the Mind
Auto Tech grad comes back to share his story
Information about weather-related closings
From student desk to center stage: a CTE success story
 

District News:

Chatham CSD staff undergo a poverty simulation
Regeneron scientists work with students at Red Mill Elementary
Germantown CSD teacher named NYS Master Teacher
Troy CSD residents to vote on capital project
Applications now open for Ichabod Crane CSD 2019 Wall of Fame
Schodack CSD to begin "Community Connection Series" on Dec. 6
The new series for aspiring building and district educational leaders continues. This is an opportunity to explore the essential elements of educational leadership. Join us January 16 to explore certification pathways and effective communication strategies

This session is scheduled for Wednesday, January 16 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Click here for the event flier and registration link.

Mark your calendar!

  • December 6: Summer STEM Research Institute Recognition Event
  • December 13: Board of Education Meeting & Appreciation dinner
  • December 24-January 1: Holiday Recess
  • December 25: Christmas Day, Offices Closed
  • January 1: New Years Day, Offices Closed
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