Students automate their futures through new Emerging Technologies program

Area Area high school students are building their futures and diversifying their career options thanks to a new Capital Region BOCES program. During a recent afternoon session, students in the New Visions: Emerging Technologies were working on their robotics skills as they touted their growing knowledge of not only robotics, but a host of technology fields. …

Municipal services information session showcases solutions for local governments

On Thursday, Nov. 20, municipal leaders from across New York state came together to learn how Capital Region BOCES’ Management Services division and the Engagement & Development Services Grants team offer innovative solutions to operational challenges. The event highlighted how these divisions serve as strategic partners in areas that extend well beyond BOCES’ traditional educational …

Notice of Public Comment on Safety Plan Changes

The Capital Region BOCES Board of Education is accepting public comments on the BOCES-Wide Safety Plan.  Updates to the safety plan include New York’s Desha’s Law to incorporate a cardiac emergency response plan.  The comment period is December 15, 2025, through January 15, 2026.  Please submit comments to the Board Clerk no later than January …

Niskayuna teenager forges a bright future for herself in the Welding and Metal Fabrication program

A Niskayuna teenager who is fueling her passion for welding at Capital Region BOCES is now well on her way to her professional dreams. Athena Masse’s interest in welding was ignited at an early age, but it was at the Career and Technical Education Center – Albany Campus that she fabricated her future goals of …

Engagement and Development Services wins 12 awards for school public relations

The Capital Region BOCES Engagement and Development Services (EDS) received 12 awards for work submitted to the annual New York School Public Relations Association’s (NYSPRA) communications contest. The winning projects, ranging from written works to videos and graphic designs, were selected among hundreds of contest entries from across the state. The NYSPRA Communications Contest is …

Louis Cutter receives November 2025 Commitment Award

Congratulations to Management Services Automotive Mechanic Foreman Louis Cutter, recipient of the November 2025 Commitment Award. Supporting the Niskayuna Central School District, Lou was a district employee for more than 20 years and has been with Capital Region BOCES for the last 10. When called upon, Lou didn’t hesitate to step up from mechanic to …

High school junior, an aspiring chef, is already sharing her love of cooking

Lacey Callahan is in her first months of learning the finer points of the culinary arts at Capital Region BOCES, but she is already sharing her knowledge and skills with others.  In fact, the Shenendehowa student has been doing so since she was in the eighth grade. In her spare time, Callahan volunteers to teach …

Young women welders fuel their passion for molding metal at BOCES

Though women constitute between 5% and 6% of the welding industry workforce, an increasing number of young women are pursuing training for the industry at the Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center. Seniors Julianne Brizzell and Trista Smi are among approximately 10 students enrolled in the program this year—a number that is  …

Veteran educator named new Assistant Principal at Albany CTE

A veteran educator has been named the new Assistant Principal of the Capital Region BOCES Career and Technical Education Center – Albany Campus. Alexandrea Campbell started work the week of Nov. 2 on the campus, which is located at 925B Watervliet-Shaker Road in Albany. She has nearly two decades of experience in education, most recently …

Automotive Collision Tech students detail to state education leaders how BOCES is preparing them for professional success

 A trio of Capital Region BOCES Automotive Collision Technology students praised the value of a career and technical education (CTE) to the state’s top educators during a Nov. 3 gathering in the lobby of the state Education Department. Seamus McWatters, McKenzie Navarette and Serina Sylvester were joined by teacher Dylan Bastian, CTE Director Jeff Palmer …

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