New Paltz High School’s Ethan Greger and Jacob Frost, who attend two innovative Ulster BOCES Career Pathways Programs, have been working together to complete a project that many adult professionals could only dream of: designing, programming, and fabricating 48 matching doors that will be used to deploy satellites on the International Space Station.
Why Ulster BOCES?
Ulster BOCES provides educational leadership and support, along with more than 200 innovative and cost-effective programs and services, to help the eight public school districts in Ulster County meet their academic, administrative, and operational goals. Our programs benefit students, educators, employers, and taxpayers throughout Ulster County.
young professionals enrolled in CTE programs were engaged in internships last year; including 82 paid placements with interns collectively earning more than $18K
a week.
college credits were earned by high school students through articulation agreements with 38 colleges/universities.
local businesses served as partners on our advisory councils and committees, providing valuable input into the curriculum offered to students.
adult learners worked to improve their chances of success by pursuing their High School Equivalency Diploma through adult education programs.
cooperative bids were prepared to allow districts to jointly purchase supplies and services and benefit from economies of scale.
professional development workshops to assist educators, administrators, and school support staff were presented by experts from Educator Edge and the MHRIC.
K-12 students facing an acute mental health crisis or significant life event were supported through the Center for Innovative Teaching & Learning Center's Therapeutic Transition Program (TTP) or Long-Term TTP program.
meals were prepared through our food service management program.