Student school board members from area school districts gathered at Sidney High School on September 24 for the Ignite Leadership Conference. The event was facilitated by Amanda Devore, Instructional Support Services Mental Health Coordinator, and leadership development partners Appointed to Lead. Students learned about The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership and participated in breakout sessions designed to help support them in their roles as student school board members, covering such topics as How to effectively engage with school leaders, strategies for representing the perspective of all students, how to champion a new initiative and understanding all sides of a conflict. Participants included student school board members from Sidney CSD, Unadilla Valley CSD, Walton CSD, Afton CSD, Hancock CSD, Downsville, CSD Gilbertsville-Mount Upton CSD, Norwich CSD and Sherburne-Earlville CSD.
DCMO BOCES Instructional Support Services provides a full schedule of professional learning opportunities –visit www.dcmoboces.com/page/instructional-support-services to find out more.
DCMO BOCES Instructional Support Services provides a full schedule of professional learning opportunities –visit www.dcmoboces.com/page/instructional-support-services to find out more.
There was a lot happening around the Harrold Campus sugarhouse Wednesday! As part of their senior project, three students in the Conservation program worked with DCMO BOCES Operations & Maintenance staff and an outside supplier to improve conditions around the sugarhouse. The concrete work was completed by (left to right) Heidelberg Materials truck driver Mark, DCMO BOCES seniors Saverio Prisco and Cameron Winner (Delaware Academy CSD at Delhi), Mike McAllister (Heidelberg Materials) and senior Remington Barkman (Bainbridge-Guilford CSD). Tom Fargo and Robert Durler from DCMO BOCES O & M also helped on the project, which will improve drainage, reduce muddy conditions around the sugarhouse, and provide a foundation for a new maple production sign. Thanks to Heidelberg Materials for supplying the concrete and working with our students on this project!
On Tuesday, DCMO BOCES brought together students from Deposit Central School and Gilboa-Conesville Central School for a day of college and career exploration. SUNY Oneonta hosted the event, which was coordinated by the DCMO BOCES Instructional Support Services team. Students were welcomed by SUNY Oneonta’s Pam Hilton, Director of Enrollment Communication and Engagement. During their visit, they toured the campus, enjoyed lunch in a college dining hall, and learned about career opportunities in their areas of interest and how college might help them achieve their goals. It was an informative and inspiring day!
The DCMO BOCES Support Services Center in Norwich hosted a principal meeting on Wednesday. Regional administrators had the opportunity to discuss the needs of English Language Learners and plan for NY Inspires implementation. The monthly principal meetings are one of the staff development services provided to our component districts by DCMO BOCES Instructional Support Services, and allow administrators to explore best practices in leadership. To learn more about professional learning opportunities and other DCMO BOCES Instructional Support Services, visit www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/instructional-support-services
It's New York State School Board Recognition Week, and we're happy to recognize the service of our DCMO BOCES Board of Education members. We appreciate all that they do! You can find out more about the DCMO BOCES Board of Education, including a schedule of meetings, minutes and policies at
https://www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/board-of-education
https://www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/board-of-education
We still have some opportunities for teacher aides at DCMO BOCES right now! Go to www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/current-vacancies to find out more. It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
Hurry– today is the last day of the DCMO BOCES School Store! Orders will be available in approximately three weeks. Please read the details for each of the products for sizing and care. Get your DCMO BOCES gear here: https://zapathletics.chipply.com/DCMOBoces/
Harrold Campus welcomed a large number of students, families and even alumni September 22 for Family Night. Thank you to everyone who came out to see the classrooms, talk with the instructors and find out about services available to DCMO BOCES families from area agencies and providers. What a fun night!
On Tuesday September 22, Pole Campus welcomed students and families for Family Night. Thank you to everyone who came out to see the classrooms, talk with the instructors and find out about services available to DCMO BOCES families from area agencies and providers. It was a big crowd and a great night!
Here's a full-time opportunity available at DCMO BOCES right now! Go to www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/current-vacancies to see all the available positions. It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
Here's a couple of great full-time opportunities available at DCMO BOCES right now! Go to www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/current-vacancies to see all the available positions. It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
We still have some opportunities for teacher aides at DCMO BOCES right now! Go to www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/current-vacancies to find out more. It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
Family Night is tonight, at both campuses, from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Families, this is a great way to visit your student's classroom and meet their teacher. Hope to see you there!
The DCMO BOCES School Store is back! The store will be open until October 2, with production taking approximately three weeks from when the store closes. Please read the details for each of the products for sizing and care. Get your DCMO BOCES gear here: https://zapathletics.chipply.com/DCMOBoces/
Mark your calendars for Family Night! The event will take place at both campuses on the same night– Tuesday, September 22, from 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Hope to see you there!
We still have some opportunities for teacher aides at DCMO BOCES right now! Go to www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/current-vacancies to find out more. It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
Thursday was the first day of classes at both Harrold and Pole campuses. Teachers, staff and administrators were on hand to welcome the students with lots of smiles! Once inside, teachers got right down to business! We’re excited to have the students back, and look forward to a great year!
The medical field continues to grow, and opportunities for Certified Nursing Assistants are expanding as well! Could this be the career you’ve been looking for? Our Certified Nurse Assisting class in Norwich begins on September 28, and there’s still some open spots! Learn more about the classes and this exciting career at www.dcmoboces.com/page/adult-ed-nurse-assisting
DCMO BOCES opened the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday with all-staff gatherings at the Robert W. Harrold Campus in Sidney Center and the Alan D. Pole Campus in Norwich. District Superintendent Michael Rullo and Board of Education President Vanessa Warren were on hand at Harrold Campus Tuesday, and Deputy Superintendent Patti Gallaher and Board of Education member John Klockowski were at Pole Campus. Building administrators welcomed employees back, shared information about the coming year, and inspired employees to go forward with excitement and enthusiasm. Smaller group meetings, training sessions and meetings followed the all-staff gatherings and continue today, and of course teachers will be working in their classrooms to prepare for the new school year. It was a great opportunity to reconnect, re-energize, and get ready for our students to return on Thursday. What an exciting week!
DCMO BOCES Assistant School Health & Safety Coordinator Rick Shaw was at Delaware Academy CSD at Delhi this morning, conducting a Right To Know presentation for school employees. These presentations are just part of the comprehensive health and safety support services that are available to component school districts. To find out more about programs available from the DCMO BOCES Health & Safety team, visit www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/health-and-safety.
