Co-Ser 535

Model Schools [Base Service]

Co-Ser 535.000

Model Schools provides guidance and support to districts for the integration of technology to transform the learning environment and prepare students for the future.

In addition, this service seeks funding for 21st Century Learning initiatives; provides updates, guidance, and training on SED’s initiatives and innovations; and assists with implementation and evaluation of emerging technology and innovative practices.

The following are included:

• Professional learning opportunities that support the effective integration of instructional technology in the classroom to benefit student learning.

• Professional learning opportunities that are delivered in-person as well as via webinars and online courses.

• The expertise of both Model Schools and Educational Technology in technology planning. 

• Technology Plan facilitation and development, as well as Technology Appraisals, which are available for an additional cost. 

• Three (3) days of customized, in-district professional development (per district).

• Access to Technology-To-Go lending program.

Requirements or Special Provisions: Participation in the Model Schools Co-Ser 535 is required by SED to participate in the Educational Technology Base Service Co-Ser 525.

 

Technology integration [Extension]

Co-Ser 535.001

Through this service, a Technology Integration Specialist provides support for in-district needs.

Highlights include:

• Districts request the amount of time, level of support, and the desired targeted purposes.

• Content Specialists can provide coaching, small or large group professional learning, and co-teaching.

• Instructional Specialists can provide administrative-level support that may include district-level technology planning, needs assessment, coaching, small or large group professional learning, and co-teaching.

 Requirements  or  Special Provisions: Participation  in  Model Schools    Base Service Co-Ser 535  is  required.

 

industry-education activities coordination

Co-Ser 550

The Work-Based Learning cooperative service at Ulster BOCES will assist districts in participating with work experience identification, job shadowing, and internship outreach. Participants will benefit from Ulster BOCES collaborative engagement with local, regional, and international industries and employers who work together to provide structured learning experiences for students. These experiences focus on assisting student development of broad, transferable skills for employability, career longevity, and postsecondary education.

The partnerships with business, industry, community agencies, school districts, and higher education will provide opportunities for students to understand and access the skills required to be employable, productive citizens who are able to balance work, entrepreneurship, citizenship, community, and family. Students will be directly connected with professionals. They will explore potential careers and manage successful transitions from learning spaces to the workforce and industry places.

Ulster BOCES employees will coordinate and manage all relationships, activities, and programs with local industries and businesses in order to enhance and to connect academic learning to employment and career opportunities for students.