Ulster Board of Cooperative Educational Services

The Annual Meeting included a presentation on the proposed administrative, capital, and program budgets for the 2024-2025 school year. Student testimonials were provided by representatives from various programs. A question and answer session was held regarding the budget and organizational matters.

This document outlines the Ulster County BOCES District-Wide School Safety Plan, developed to prevent and minimize the effects of serious incidents and emergencies by coordinating with local resources. The plan is a comprehensive effort focusing on risk reduction/prevention, response, and recovery. Key components include program initiatives, staff training and drills, enhanced school security measures, multi-hazard response protocols for various emergency situations, a workplace violence prevention program, procedures for engaging with local government for emergency assistance, and protective action options such as evacuation and sheltering. The plan also addresses post-incident recovery efforts, including mental health resources.

New York Inspires is a multi-year strategic transformation initiative by the New York State Education Department, aimed at redefining what it means to be a graduate. The plan, which extends through 2029, focuses on four core transformations: adopting a portrait of a graduate, reimagining credits and learning experiences, decoupling regent exams from graduation requirements, and offering a single diploma with diverse endorsements. It emphasizes human-centric design, equity, and fostering student success through extensive stakeholder engagement.

This document presents a base salary schedule for the School Monitor position across fiscal years 2024-2025 through 2028-2029, detailing the annual salary increments.

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.