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.
Eighteen young professionals from the Ulster BOCES Career & Technical Center earned medals at the 2026 New York State SkillsUSA competition, held at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse in late April. The Ulster County competitors joined thousands of students from more than 60 high schools across the state, showcasing their skills in technical, trade, and leadership competitions while also networking with peers and industry professionals.
In the latest episode of the Whole Brain Whole Child podcast, Dr. Jillaine Berardi, Assistant Superintendent for Learning & Design at the Center for Innovative Teaching & Learning (CITL), sits down with middle school students and Assistant Principal Shelbi Hamilton from CITL at Mount Marion to hear their perspectives on learning, belonging, and the future of education.
Hundreds of young professionals enrolled in various trade programs at the Ulster BOCES Career & Technical Center were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society during two ceremonies that took place at the Career Academies at iPark 87 on April 16.
Dr. Jonah Schenker, District Superintendent and Chief Executive Officer of Ulster BOCES, has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 National School Development Council (NSDC) Cooperative Leadership Award, a national honor recognizing outstanding leadership and collaboration in education.
Join the conversation with Dr. Jonah Schenker, District Superintendent of Ulster BOCES, who is a guest on NTN Unpacked, a national podcast focused on redesigning education systems.
In the latest episode of Leading for Deeper Learning with Ulster BOCES, District Superintendent Dr. Jonah Schenker sits down with Dr. Raymond Sanchez, Superintendent of the Tarrytown School District and 2025 NYSCOSS Superintendent of the Year, to explore that question in depth.
The Leading for Deeper Learning podcast is available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, as well as on YouTube. Learn more!
The Whole Brain, Whole Child podcast is an inspiring series from Ulster BOCES spotlighting transformative practices that are reshaping education for neurodiverse students who need a different way of learning. Learn more!
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