Joanna Arkans

The document outlines the "Education Reimagined" initiative at Ulster BOCES, establishing new Career Academies at iPark 87. This program revitalizes a former industrial site, focusing on an educational framework that emphasizes equity, belonging, and purpose. It aims to prepare students for future careers and civic leadership through collaboration with industry leaders and real-world learning connections, ultimately contributing to community development.

This document presents the Program Development Guidelines for Instructional Programs, outlining a framework for shared decision-making and continuous transformation at Ulster BOCES. It is guided by the North Star vision of Deeper Leading and Learning, emphasizing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. Key areas include fostering unique self-development, community contribution, capacity building, and engagement in inquiry cycles for all learners. The plan details processes for Targets of Transformation, quarterly labor-management meetings, policy reviews, and an annual Code of Conduct review. The overarching vision is to elevate stakeholder voice, foster shared responsibility, and drive meaningful change to improve performance and create a supportive learning environment for all learners.