Recently, Early Childhood Education students from Pole and Harrold campuses and New Vision Education students participated in a hands-on “Playful Learning” workshop led by Christine Newell, DCMO BOCES Coordinator of Staff and Curriculum Development. This learning approach leverages the natural inclination of children to learn through play, exploration and discovery, and involves creating an engaging learning environment that promotes active participation, creativity, and problem solving. Students were able to learn the importance of incorporating playful learning into teaching practice to help enhance student engagement, foster a positive learning experience, and promote deeper understanding of complex concepts. The students actively engaged in an exploration of bees in a playful learning environment and learned how to design and facilitate play learning activities that align with the standards and developmentally appropriate practices.
2 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Our Preschool class from the Pole Campus visited the DCMO BOCES Support Services Center for a Christmas Trick-or-Treat experience! The hallways were transformed into a Winter Wonderland, complete with an igloo that had penguins and bears inside! Students collected treats along the way and even met the Grinch.Thank you to all DCMO BOCES staff who helped create this memorable experience for our youngest students!
8 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
On November 16, the SUNY Broome academic team welcomed 47 students to a day of college- and career-exploration in manufacturing. They provided a tour of their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, allowing students to identify potential career paths, including Virtual Reality, 3D Printing, Robotics, Electronics, and more.
Jessica Beadly from The Raymond Corporation spoke to the students about the company, highlighting the profile of the ideal job applicant and employee. SUNY Broome’s Director of Training, Education, and Workforce Development Danielle Britton shared information on the many opportunities for students to prepare for careers in advanced manufacturing. Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Central School Business Teacher Greg Bonczkowski brought his whole class to the career exploration experience, and students shared their excitement about getting to know the campus and future opportunities with SUNY Broome. Students from Oxford Academy Central School also attended the event.
The College and Career Day experience is an initiative of the DCMO BOCES enrichment education program, open to any school in the region. For more information about upcoming Enrichment Education events, visit tiny.cc/DCMOenrichment
8 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Students at the Alan D. Pole Campus recently had the opportunity to shop for gifts for the important people in their lives during the annual Holiday Bazaar. DCMO BOCES staff donated all of the items, making the event completely free for students. Thank you, and thanks to our DCMO BOCES team members who helped students select and wrap their gifts– your support made the experience even more special!
8 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Staff from the DCMO BOCES Support Services Center served pancakes and maple syrup last Tuesday at the Pole Campus in Norwich. Students and staff alike enjoyed the tasty breakfast. Staff from the SSC served pancakes at the Harrold Campus on Monday. It's estimated that between the two campuses, the Support Services Center staff made around 2,000 pancakes!
8 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Students and staff at the Robert W. Harrold Campus got a sweet start to the week with pancakes and syrup, prepared and served by staff from the DCMO BOCES Support Services Center who traveled to Sidney Center for the event. Santa made a surprise visit as well. Naturally, the maple syrup was made by students in the Conservation program. Thank you to all who made this delicious breakfast possible!
12 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Students in the DCMO BOCES Carpentry and Conservation programs at Pole Campus met with Ray Tucker, Training Director for the Central New York Electrical Training Alliance, which is sponsored by IBEW Local 43 and Finger Lakes NY Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association. Mr.Tucker spoke with juniors and seniors about career pathways and job opportunities available through the electrical union. We appreciate him taking the time to share information and answer student questions.
12 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Samantha Harrington, a Financial Education Officer from Sidney Federal Credit Union, visited DCMO BOCES Pole Campus last week to meet with students in the Carpentry, Computer Technology, Early Childhood Education, and Visual Communications programs. She introduced students to money management skills designed to build lifelong financial well-being. She’ll be returning later this school year to continue the series, giving students real-world knowledge they can use now and in the future.
13 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Students in the Cosmetology class at Harrold Campus heard from guest speaker Tom Perkins from B-Sharp, a shear sharpening and sales business, on Monday. Mr. Perkins has 25 years of experience working with professional hair cutting shears, and he provided an in-depth look at the craftsmanship, care, and safety behind one of the most important tools in the cosmetology industry. Students learned where professional shears are made and the process involved in their production, giving students a better understanding of why professional tools are an important investment, requiring care and responsibility but playing a crucial role in a cosmetology career.
13 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
DCMO BOCES has proposed a $44.4 million capital project designed to renew and strengthen our ability to serve the students of our 16 component school districts. The project includes repairs and upgrades to both the Harrold and Pole campuses, an addition to the Harrold campus, and the purchase of the Masonville School site for student program expansion. Community members in the 16 school districts of DCMO BOCES will have an opportunity to vote on the project on February 3, 2026. Learn more about Renewal 2027: DCMO BOCES Capital Building Project at www.dcmoboces.com – click on the Capital Building Project link, found in the top right corner of every page.
15 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
Educators from Oxford Academy CSD, Norwich CSD, Unatego CSD, Sherburne-Earlville CSD, and DCMO BOCES spent Friday becoming more familiar with First In Math, a learning platform available to all students in grades K-8. They spent part of the day exploring the teacher side of the platform, and part trying out the math games as a “student” player. Friday’s professional learning opportunity was facilitated by DCMO BOCES Instructional Support Services Coordinator of Staff and Curriculum Development Nan Gizowski.
The Board of Education meeting scheduled for tonight, Wednesday, December 10 has been postponed to Tuesday, December 16 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the Robert W. Harrold Campus in Sidney Center.
21 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
DCMO BOCES will be closed today, Tuesday December 2, for students and all 10- and 12-month staff. This includes Harrold Campus, Pole Campus, the Support Service Center and all off-campus locations.
29 days ago, DCMO BOCES News
High school students at the DCMO BOCES Harrold Campus came together last week to create a memorable Thanksgiving feast. Miss Greene’s class, Mrs. Librizzi’s class, Ms. Redmond’s class, Miss LaTourette, Miss Emily, and their entire support team worked side-by-side with students to plan, prepare, and share a full meal together. Teachers and students cooked together in our classrooms—measuring, mixing, chopping, setting the tables, and talking through each step of the process. It became much more than a meal: students were practicing reading and following directions, math and measurement, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and self-regulation, all while contributing to something bigger than themselves. When the food was ready, everyone sat down family-style to enjoy the feast. Miss Greene’s class had written Thanksgiving toasts, and each student stood up to read their words of gratitude aloud to the group. Helti the Therapy Dog was also part of the celebration. It was a positive and meaningful experience for all involved!
about 1 month ago, DCMO BOCES News
Staff and students at the DCMO BOCES Alan D. Pole Campus participated in a Fall Feast during the school day Monday. Staff members brought in food and served our full-day students and fellow staff members. Students and staff sat together in classrooms and hallways to share a meal and spend time together.
about 1 month ago, DCMO BOCES News
On November 20, 32 students at the Alan D. Pole Campus were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). They included Calvin Wheelock, Isabella Clinton and Kiley Simpson, Lillian Funnell and Noah Kresin from Greene Central School; Olivia Palmer, Diaz Liam, Gavin Brown, Brooke Rogers, Erin Nichols, Makenzie Spade, Sarah Kwasnik, Joshua Lindridge, Ash Shaw, Alex Monocoeur, Madison Rotundo, Mya Yantz and Josh Evans from Norwich City School; Miranda Hackett and Jacob Depew from Otselic Valley Central School; Edward Johnson, Flanna Calkins, Jaxon Frellis and Peyton Cummings from Oxford Academy Central School; Austin Clark, Seth Morey, Ty Reihl and Emma Schrader from Sherburne-Earlville Central School; Leland Constable from Sidney; Abigail Bennett from Unadilla Valley Central School; and Michelle Schader and Kaylee Fowlston from Valley Heights Christian Academy. The NTHS Advisor at Pole Campus is Ann French. Congratulations to all the new inductees!
about 1 month ago, DCMO BOCES News
On November 18, 46 students at the Robert W. Harrold Campus were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). They included Aidan Haines and Kadence Racine from Afton Central School; Jessica Addorisio, Carly Finch, Sejasity Sherman and Paige Smith from Bainbridge-Guilford CSD; Dave Cazzolla and Hailey Emerich from Downsville Central School; Isaac Jordan, Jenna Carpenter, Ryan Davis, Jade Lindroth and Adam Yasser from Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Central School; Olivia DuBois and Landon Fuller from Hancock Central School; Kathryn Cronk and Kaedin VanEchaute from Otsego Christian Academy; Faith Short, Braylee Stafford, Payton Thompson, Tia Tracy and Joseph Travis from Sidney Central School; Lily Allen, Regan Berge, Pierce Haney, Evan Hilton, Derek Jordan, Tyler King, Kamryn May, Bryce Seymour, Mackenzie Spain and Kayleigh Trask from Unatego Central School; and Gianna Armstrong, Maddison Barnes, Olivia Barnes, Olivia Bartlettt, Aiden Branigan, Katelynn Gregory, Phade Lindsay, Angelas Mills, Gianna Pagan, Lucas Rice, Kyle Schamber, Maddisen Scofield, Alyson Siar, and Arwen Tracey from Walton Central School. The NTHS Advisor at Harrold Campus is Jessica Soulier. Congratulations to all the new inductees!
about 1 month ago, DCMO BOCES News
The New York State Education Department hosted the BOCES Expo on November 3 in Albany. The event was intended to highlight the importance of hands-on learning and innovation in education, and members of the NYS Board of Regents attended and experienced firsthand how Career & Technical Education (CTE) is providing students across the state with valuable learning opportunities.
Students from the CA BOCES Olean, NY CTE Center created a video about the event, interviewing NYSED and BOCES administrators as well as four students in the DCMO BOCES New Vision Allied Health Program– Layla Root, Norwich CSD, Emerson LaMonica Oxford Academy CSD, Lillian Perrine, Gilbertsville-Mount Upton CSD, and Emilie Hopkins, Afton CSD. You can watch the video here.
about 1 month ago, DCMO BOCES News
Cosmetology students at the Robert W. Harrold Campus were busy sorting loaves Monday for their Heidelberg Bread fundraiser. The students sold around 800 loaves, which Ms. Haynes picked up at the bakery and delivered to the classroom. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help pay for their trip to the International Beauty Show next March in New York City.
about 1 month ago, DCMO BOCES News
DCMO BOCES Culinary Arts student Pierce Haney has been having a great experience as a SkillsUSA New York State Area Vice President. You can read about it here: www.dcmoboces.com/article/2533055
