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
Forty-three students from five area schools attended the College and Career Exploration Day at SUNY Morrisville's Norwich Campus on Thursday, focusing on the career field of law enforcement. Presenters included security and law enforcement professionals from a number of area businesses and agencies, the SUNY Morrisville Law Enforcement Program, and New York State Assemblyman Joe Angelino. Students from Deposit Central School, Otselic Valley Central School, Unadilla Valley Central School, Richfield Springs Central School and Oxford Academy Central School participated in the Norwich event. College and Career Days are organized by the DCMO BOCES Enrichment Education Program, and are open to students from all area schools. To find out more about upcoming College and Career Exploration events or other DCMO BOCES enrichment opportunities, visit www.dcmoboces.com/page/enrichment-education
Scott Harrold and his family visited the DCMO BOCES campus named after his father, Robert W. Harrold, in Sidney Center Thursday. Scott, his mother Margaret Mugglin, his wife Jennine Wooden and his daughter Jennifer Bell were delivering a watercolor painting of the Harrold Campus that had been given to Robert W. Harrold at the time of his retirement. They were welcomed by Deputy Superintendent Patti Gallaher, Director of Special Education Sara Stafford, Director of Services Robert Avery, and Director of Finance Randy Pryor, and enjoyed a lunch in the cafeteria and a brief tour, including a visit to the Nurse Assisting Lab.
The former Western Delaware Education Center was renamed the Robert W. Harrold Campus in June, 1992 to honor the retiring Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Robert Harrold.
The former Western Delaware Education Center was renamed the Robert W. Harrold Campus in June, 1992 to honor the retiring Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Robert Harrold.
Today we celebrate the commitment, dedication, and service of our veterans. Thank you!
Students from the DCMO BOCES Security and Law Enforcement class at the Harrold Campus visited the 9/11 Memorial and Museum on November 6. This trip provided students with a powerful opportunity to reflect on the events of September 11, 2001, and to deepen their understanding of the lasting impact on national security, law enforcement, and American history.
Halloween was a lot of fun at the Robert W. Harrold Campus! A morning parade was led by Early Childhood Education students, and there was “trunk-or-treating” and activities in the gym. In the afternoon, there was a movie and popcorn, and there were certainly a lot of creative costumes all day long, on students, teachers and staff. Thank you to the organizers for arranging such a festive day, and to Jenn Mech for the photos!
Students and staff celebrated Halloween at the DCMO BOCES Alan D. Pole Campus with themed-activities, games, and treats throughout the campus, from Bingo and crafts to cupcake decorating and trick-or-treating! Thanks to students from the Early Childhood Education and Culinary Arts programs and staff from the Support Services Center for their help with the activities and treats, and thanks to Visual Communications students Kai Young and Alex Moncoeur for taking photos!
Tuesday was a field trip day for the DCMO BOCES New Visions Education program! The students, Mrs. Pedersen and Mrs. Burke were welcomed by Mark Davies, Dean of the School of Education, Human Ecology, and Sports Studies, and Pamela Hilton, Director of Enrollment, Communication, and Engagement. They then attended COMM 1400: Public Speaking class with Professor Dwyer, listening to SUNY Oneonta students deliver their speeches. Three New Vision students also had the opportunity to present their speeches to the class. It was a great experience! The group also toured the library and learned about the many academic resources available to students. Over lunch, they enjoyed an engaging panel discussion with Education faculty members and current students, asking questions and gaining valuable insight into life at Oneonta. They finished the day by exploring the beautiful SUNY Oneonta campus. It was an inspiring and informative visit!
Preschool and daycare children from DCMO BOCES Pole Campus in Norwich visited the DCMO BOCES Support Services Center on Friday. The children showed off their Halloween costumes and collected a few treats. Employees at the center shared in the fun, with creative decorations and costumes of their own. It was an enjoyable experience for all!
The New York State Education Department hosted the BOCES Expo on Monday, spotlighting the power of hands-on learning and innovation in education. Members of the Board of Regents experienced firsthand how Career & Technical Education (CTE) in shaping futures across New York– from student led-demonstrations to cutting-edge programs that bring the NY Inspires vision to life.
Young professionals from the New Vision Allied Health Program at DCMO BOCES proudly represented their region, connecting with the Commissioner, members of the Board of Regents and other state leaders. Their participation showcased how experiential learning and strong community partnerships are preparing students for success in high-demand career fields.
Young professionals from the New Vision Allied Health Program at DCMO BOCES proudly represented their region, connecting with the Commissioner, members of the Board of Regents and other state leaders. Their participation showcased how experiential learning and strong community partnerships are preparing students for success in high-demand career fields.
Students from the DCMO BOCES Pole Campus Conservation program spent Tuesday, October 28th at the Milton Caterpillar Open House in Syracuse. They toured the facility, participated in demonstrations, and even roasted marshmallows on an inverter using power from a 1,250 kW generator. They also got to see DCMO BOCES Welding Program alumnus Kolbie Pearson, who now works for Milton Caterpillar, and some of his work– he fabricated the top on the big bulldozer! Thanks to the Pole Campus teachers and staff for making this learning and networking experience possible!
There's a new hall monitor at Harrold Campus this week, and she seems pretty popular!
There are some great opportunities available at DCMO BOCES right now in our Special Education classrooms. Go to http://www.dcmoboces.com/.../page/employment-opportunities to see all the available positions. It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
Harrold Campus welcomed business and industry professionals from a number of fields Tuesday evening. Our industry expert teachers met with their Career and Technical Education Consultant Committee members to advise them on curriculum, equipment, facilities and other topics related to the fields associated with the programs. Dinner was prepared and served by young professionals in the Culinary Arts program, and then teachers met with their committees in the program classrooms and labs. We are thankful for our industry partners and the important insights they can offer to our CTE programs.
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It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
In this role, you’ll support classroom instruction, and help create a safe, encouraging, and inclusive atmosphere for every learner.
Go to https://www.dcmoboces.com/o/dcmo-boces/page/current-vacancies for more information.
It's a great time to work at DCMO BOCES!
DCMO BOCES was recently recognized at an event celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month, receiving a certificate in honor of its “demonstrated commitment to providing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.” The event took place at the New York State Office Building in Binghamton on October 8. The recognition was accompanied by certificates lauding the group’s efforts from New York State Assembly Members Joseph Angelino and Donna Lupardo, and New York State Senator Lea Webb.
On Friday, October 17th, Miss Greene’s and Ms. LaTourette’s classes embarked on their first field trip of the school year — a day dedicated to teamwork, connection, and outdoor learning. Under a clear autumn sky, students hiked the trails on “LaTourette’s Mountain,” played team-building games, and worked together to prepare and cook lunch over a campfire. Even Helti, one of therapy dogs at Harrold Campus, joined in the fun — offering smiles, encouragement, and a few tail wags along the way. The two teachers wanted to begin the year with an experience that would bring their students together, and it did exactly that!
This month, we’re recognizing the service of our DCMO BOCES Board of Education members. We appreciate all that they do!
Volunteers from the Masonville and Trout Creek Fire Departments visited the Robert W. Harrold Campus on Thursday, October 9 to mark Fire Prevention Week. Throughout the day, students visited the two vehicles, learned about firefighting equipment, and enjoyed activities the volunteers had arranged. Students from the Security and Law Enforcement program provided assistance. Thank you, firefighters, for the memorable fire prevention visit!
On Tuesday, DCMO BOCES brought together over 80 students from four area school districts 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 Tracy Johnson, Vice President for Student Affairs, and Pathy Leiva, Executive Director of Access and Opportunity Programs. During their visit, they toured the campus, visited an academic fair, and heard from college counselors, professors and other professionals from the education, environmental science, psychology and exercise science fields. The ninth-grade students were from Unadilla Valley CSD, Hancock CSD, Deposit CSD and Charlotte Valley CSD.
