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HAMILTONFULTONMONTGOMERYBOCES

SERVICES GUIDE

2016 2017

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District Superintendent’s Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Component School Districts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Our Programs and Services

Adult Literacy & Corrections Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Career & Technical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

General Education & Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Instructional Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Management Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Business and Management Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Helpful ResourcesCross-contract Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Contacts for More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Contents

Board of Cooperative Educational Services

David Edwards HFM Board President Mayfield Central School District

Joanne FreemanHFM Board Vice President Greater Johnstown School District

James BeirleinNorthville Central School District

Harry Brooks Broadalbin-Perth Central School District

Jean LaPortaGloversville Enlarged School District

Lee Quakenbush Oppenheim-Ephratah-St. Johnsville Central School District

Allan TurnbullFonda-Fultonville Central School District

A special thanks for photos used in this publication to Kate Phillips, Monica DiScioscia, Cassie O’Connor, Zach Herron and Justin Dunham, Digitial Multimedia & Communications students at the HFM BOCES Career & Technical Center.

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Messagefrom the District Superintendent

Never before has collaboration been more

important for schools. We are tasked with providing quality educational opportunities to all our students in a time of heightened accountability and a stubborn economy. The challenges are daunting. Yet, opportunities abound—when we work together—to motivate and successfully equip students for their future after high school.

I am pleased to present the 2016-17 HFM BOCES Services Guide, offering district administrators an overview of programs and services available to purchase on a cooperative basis. For more than 50 years, the BOCES model has provided innovative and cost-effective solutions that serve students well and advance the mission of our local schools.

The fiscal advantage provided through the aid formula is important, yet even more significant are the benefits that shared capacity brings to our region. By combining resources, we are able to enhance learning opportunities and develop academic options that help create career and college ready students.

It is our mission and goal to provide our 15 component school districts with the highest quality services and programs at the lowest cost. If you have any specific questions about a service, contact the program administrator associated with that particular service. They are available to provide you with complete information about our BOCES programs.

Our digital services guide dramatically enhances its efficiency and usefulness over a printed version. The digital guide offers greater accessibility to information and remains current and up-to-date all year. As we add or refine services to better meet your needs, the online services guide will reflect those changes.

We are proud to provide these services to our schools, supporting a broad student population with a wide range of educational needs. Please let us know how we can better serve you as we build our future together.

February 2016

Mail 2016-17 Services Commitments to component districts

March 2016

2016-17 Services Commitments due back to HFM BOCES

April 6, 2016

HFM BOCES Annual Meeting

April 20, 2016

Component districts vote on HFM BOCES Administrative Budget (BOCES Reform Act) and elect HFM BOCES Board Members

HFM BOCES adopts 2016-17 budget

May 2016

Initial 2016-17 contract executed by component districts confirming participation in specific services

October 3, 2016

Career Education student enrollments are determined for billing to component schools

Important Dates

Dr. Patrick Michel(518) 736-4300e-mail: [email protected]

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HAMILTONCOUNTY

SARATOGACOUNTY

FULTONCOUNTY

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Piseco

Wheelerville

Mayfield

Wells

Northville

Broadalbin-Perth

GloversvilleJohnstown

Oppenheim-Ephratah-St. Johnsville

Fort Plain

Canajoharie

Fonda-Fultonville Amsterdam

Edinburg

LakePleasant


Component School Districts

Amsterdam

Broadalbin-Perth

Canajoharie

Edinburg

Fonda-Fultonville

Fort Plain

Gloversville

Johnstown

Lake Pleasant

Mayfield

Northville

Oppenheim-Ephratah-St. Johnsville

Piseco

Wells

Wheelerville

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A D U LT E D U C AT I O N S E R V I C E S

C A R E E R & T E C H N I C A L E D U C AT I O N

G E N E R A L E D U C AT I O N & S U P P O R T S E R V I C E S

I N S T R U C T I O N A L S E R V I C E S

M A N A G E M E N T S U P P O R T S E R V I C E S

S P E C I A L E D U C AT I O N

T R A N S P O R T AT I O N S E R V I C E S


Programs & Services

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Laurie BargstedtAdministrative Coordinator (518) 736-4340Fax: (518) 736-4341

Adult LiteracyLiteracy programs are available through partnerships with the following agencies: United Presbyterian Church of Amsterdam, Montgomery County Literacy Project, Literacy New York, St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation and Fulton-Montgomery Community College. Classes are generally available mornings and evenings in Fulton and Montgomery Counties. Additional classes and locations are established based on demand and available funding. All students must go through a registration, orientation, and assessment process prior to placement in the appropriate class.

Current offerings include:

Developmental Education in reading, writing and math prepares learners for a higher level of study.

Topics include social studies, literature & arts, reading, science, graphic literacy and critical thinking skills. Higher level math and writing are included.

High School Equivalency Preparation includes instruction in language arts (reading & writing), math, science, and social studies necessary for success on a HSE exam. Students are referred for the exam after demonstrating test readiness.

Home Study – Available to adults 21 and older only. Develop basic skills and prepare for a HSE exam using video, television broadcast and print materials. Facilitated learning

through weekly or biweekly tutoring with instructors. Designed for working adults and those with barriers that limit class attendance.

Literacy Zones – Provide a holistic focus on meeting the literacy needs of adults and their families living in neighborhoods with either concentrated poverty, or limited literacy or English language proficiency. Literacy Zones provides services to increase educational levels and improve family self sufficiency.

Support and linkages to existing services are available for:

High School Equivalency graduates transitioning to postsecondary education or advanced training

Parents who want to improve their own academic skills so they can support their children

Adults exploring vocational choices and new career paths

Unemployed and under-employed individuals seeking ways to improve employment skills

Former criminal offenders who need assistance for successful re-integration into the community

Immigrants wishing to improve English-language proficiency and prepare for the citizenship exam

Mature workers and senior citizens seeking to refresh work readiness skills

Individuals with disabilities to access appropriate educational, vocational, and rehabilitation services

US service veterans transitioning to civilian life

English Language and Civics Education – Students develop conversation, reading and writing skills, along with civics education, to help them function in the workplace and increase interaction with their children’s schools and in their neighborhoods.

Corrections Education Fulton and Montgomery Academies are located within each county correctional facility. HFM BOCES staff provides a variety of educational and transition services to incarcerated youth and adults to foster their successful and productive re-entry into the community. Programs and services include, but are not limited to:

High school tutoring High School Equivalency prep Job readiness training Parenting and relationship skills Career, family and life skills Clean Daily Living Transitional services

Licensed Practical NursingIn the LPN program, adult students are instructed in various aspects of patient care including:

Collecting data re: physical, emotional, spiritual and socio-cultural needs

Contributing to the development of care plans

Providing nursing care Utilizing effective communication

to establish therapeutic relationships

Collaboration with health-care teams

Contributing to evaluation of care

Clinical training is obtained at local health-care facilities. Articulation credits are available with FMCC.

Adult Education Services

Programs & Services

Adult Services provide developmental education classes in reading, writing and math skills, High School

Equivalency preparation, College Transition, and English Language & Civics Education programs in the

HFM BOCES service delivery area for adults age 21 and older. Learners age 18-20 can be served as

space and funding allows. Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) is a tuition-based, two-year program that

prepares adult students for the rewarding field of nursing.

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Career & Technical Programs COSER 101

Jay A. DeTraglia, DirectorMichael A. DiMezza, Administrative Coordinator(518) 736-4330FAX: (518) 762-4331

Auto Body RepairStudents learn to repair and refinish damaged vehicles with I-car Advance Tech Training, Chief E-Z Liner Frame Equipment and HVLP refinish equipment. They also learn high-tech welding methods, flexible and rigid plastic repair, as well as how to calculate repair costs and establish estimates.

Students use hand tools, straightening equipment, fillers and welding equipment to repair automotive bodies. They also learn how to make damage appraisals, repair plastic, use adhesives and spray equipment, along with the new equipment of resistance welding and pulling devices, paint mixing and portable lifting equipment.

Auto TechnologyThe NATEF/ASE certified automotive technology program prepares students for a career in the automotive field through the use of state of the art tools and equipment.

The Automotive Technology program involves instruction of theory and operation of various automotive systems. The program includes hands-on shop activities to practice diagnosing, fixing and maintaining a wide variety of vehicles.

Throughout the year, students will also interact and participate in several live demonstrations by industry professionals. Similar to a contemporary work environment, students contribute to the maintenance

of a clean, safe and efficient automotive laboratory.

Students also learn about various career opportunities by assuming positions such as Service Manager, Parts Clerk, and Technician.

Careers in EducationThis program provides high school students with a beneficial transition from high school to college level programs, leading to licensing/certification in the field of education.

This academically challenging program offers students an opportunity to complete twelve (12) college credits over the course of two years of study, including: Foundations of Education, Introduction to Psychology, Child Development and Adolescent Psychology.

In the first year of the program, students have an opportunity to observe professional educators in the following occupations: teacher; teacher assistant; guidance counselor; occupational, speech or physical therapist; school psychologist or social worker; and school administrator.

The second year of the program provides students shadowing and internship experiences with a professional educator in their selected career path.

Students interested in Careers in Education need to complete a program specific application which should be returned to their guidance counselor by mid-March each year.

Computer Information Technology & NetworkingThe Computer Information Technology & Networking program includes two courses: Information Technology (IT) Essentials and CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

The IT Essentials course is divided into two sections. The first covers core competencies in the latest hardware and software technologies, with emphasis on information security skills, safety and environmental issues, and 21st Century Skills. It is aligned with the CompTIA A+ essentials exam.

The second part is hands-on and lab-based. This section covers all the CompTIA A+ Practical Application objectives for the certification exam. The areas covered include: IT Technician, Remote Support Technician, and Bench Technician.

Students completing the full course will be prepared to take all exams associated with the new updated CompTIA A+ certification.

The CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA – Exploration Level) course curriculum emphasizes the use of decision-making and problem-solving techniques to resolve networking issues.

CCNA students learn how to install and configure Cisco switches and routers in local and wide-area networks using various protocols, how to provide Level 1 trouble-shooting service, and

Career & Technical EducationThe Career & Technical Education program offers students an avenue for career exploration and

enrichment through practical learning applications. Students enrolled in Career & Technical education

programs are provided the knowledge, skills and credentials needed to succeed in college and

the workplace.

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Career & Technical Programs COSER 101 - continued

how to improve network performance and security. The CCNA curriculum provides training in the proper care, maintenance, and use of networking software tools and equipment.

For students bound for higher education, this curriculum provides a strong foundation to help the student enter the electrical engineering or computer science and management information systems degree programs at both two- and four-year schools.

CosmetologyThe Cosmetology program provides students with the professional skills necessary to pass the practical and written components of the New York State Licensing Board Examinations.

Only licensed cosmetologists may work in salons in New York State. To qualify for the licensing exam, students must complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of approved instruction.

A salon clinic open to members of the local community provides students with the opportunity to practice their technical skills and gain real life experience in their field. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to receive their temporary Cosmetology license and apply to New York State to take the written and practical licensing examinations.

Criminal JusticeEvents in our nation have changed the focus on security and safety. Criminal justice and law enforcement professionals are employed by private firms and public agencies, small businesses and large corporations, individuals and communities, local, state and federal government.

In this two-year program, students prepare for entry into college programs as well as career opportunities in law enforcement, public/private security and the correction field.

In addition, the program teaches students about the history, theory and practices of the Criminal Justice and Corrections fields. Prospective students should be good citizens in their communities and schools.

In the first year of the Criminal Justice program, students gain a general understanding of the theory and practice of criminal and civil law. Second year students are introduced to the field and profession of corrections to provide a foundation for the understanding of corrections in the 21st Century.

Curriculum includes: guest lectures, field trips, and hands on projects such as fingerprinting, forensics, crime scene investigation, mock trial, photography, plaster casts and use of radar equipment.

Culinary ArtsCulinary Arts is a two-year program that prepares students for careers in the hospitality industry and provides a solid foundation for students interested in continuing related college studies.

Students in this course will have the opportunity to study various units such as: baking and pastry, commercial food preparation, front end service, fine dining, restaurant operations, and catering.

The Culinary program is aligned with the National Restaurant Association’s Pro Start curriculum. In addition, students gain hands on experience in a state of the art kitchen and engage

in work-based learning and leadership by catering special events, luncheons, dinners and completing an internship experience at a local restaurant, bakery, hotel or food service facility at the end of their senior year.

Digital Multimedia & CommunicationsThe Digital Multimedia & Communications program is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes students need to create and respond to evolving digital media techniques.

The program offers interdisciplinary study within which students combine their knowledge of the arts with critical technical training in emerging creative technologies.

Students use state-of-the-art Apple computers and digital equipment to create multimedia projects. In this course, students will use the Adobe Master Suite Collection in photography and videography to create and manipulate digital media designs.

Students in this program will also utilize audio mixing and recording equipment in the digitally equipped sound studio.

In addition, students learn professional and communication skills necessary to establish, maintain and develop client relationships.

Engineering TechnologyThis rigorous program is a collaborative partnership with HFM BOCES, Fulton-Montgomery Community College, and the National Science Foundation to create career opportunities for students in the field of engineering

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technology. Students will receive STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) instruction focusing on career exploration in current and emerging technologies. Students will also apply college-level coursework to develop systematic approaches to problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

During the course of this innovative “2+1” program, students will complete their two-year HFM BOCES Career and Tech program while accumulating 31 college credits, and then be prepared to complete their associate degree in Electrical Technology at FMCC in one additional year.

The credits accumulated at HFM would be at no cost to the students when they continue to FMCC (articulated credits). Students who choose to enroll at a different college may still earn college credits, but would be individually responsible for the tuition cost of those credits.

Students enrolled in this program will utilize FMCC’s Center for Engineering and Technology laboratories, including the chip fabrication clean room, robotics lab, and electronics facility. Students completing the engineering technology program will be prepared for the following career pathways: civil engineering; electrical/electronic engineering; mechanical engineering; silicon wafer fabrication; analytical lab technician; and environmental engineering.

Environmental ConservationThis two-year program stresses career preparation in Forestry & Lumber Production, Heavy Equipment

Operation with emphasis on renewable resources.

Students’ core curriculum familiarizes them with the tools of the trade. Students learn to operate our fleet of bulldozers, backhoes and other heavy equipment as well as learn to operate power saws, welders, and other shop tools.

Forestry and Lumber Production

Students operate chain saws to fell trees, buck up lumber and limb trees. They learn and operate the band saw mill and edger to produce graded lumber that is used primarily on campus. They will spend time in the woods studying Silva culture, wildlife and fauna. Highly qualified completers may take the NY State Game of Logging exam and may receive a technical endorsement on their high school diploma.

Heavy Equipment Operation

Students learn to operate a variety of heavy equipment, learn “green” site management techniques, and may complete the first two classroom years of the four-year apprenticeship program required to become a journeyman operator. Students may receive NCCER accreditation and high achieving students may receive a technical endorsement on their high school diploma.

Renewable Resources

Students participate in a variety of classroom and lab studies focused on renewable resources including, but not limited to, aquaculture, hydroponics, aquaponics, PV and wind power generation, and biodiesel production. HFM BOCES has extensive lab

facilities for these studies in the building, on our nature trail, and around pond areas.

The Environmental Conservation program includes integrated mathematics, providing students an opportunity to earn a mathematics credit toward graduation.

Workplace skills are stressed and in many ways mimic the real world of work more than the traditional school setting.

Construction TechnologyThis two-year program stresses career preparation in the building trades with integration of renewable resources.

Students are exposed to a variety of construction trades including: residential construction; blueprint reading; building materials and tools; surveying; foundations; wall and roof systems; insulation; window and door installation; electricity; and home energy analysis. Particular attention is paid to modern framing techniques and other “green” building strategies. Students may receive NCCER accreditation and high achieving students may receive a technical endorsement on their high school diploma.

The Construction Technology program includes integrated mathematics, providing students an opportunity to earn a mathematics credit toward graduation.Workplace employee skills are stressed and in many ways mimic the real world of work more than the traditional school setting.

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Equine ScienceIn the two-year Equine Science program, students acquire knowledge and develop the skills essential for success in equine-related careers while also preparing them for college studies. Students are instructed in all aspects of horse care, breaking, and training for show and pleasure. Students receive riding instruction, including Equitation, both English and Western, and basic jumping.

Hands on skill-based education enables students to work with horses in all aspects of the industry. Students in the first year of the program are at the stables three days per week and are in the classroom two days for theory. Second year students are at the stables four days per week and spend one day in the classroom for theory.

There are opportunities for internship and work study for students to obtain career readiness experience.

Foundations of Food ServicesStudents in the Foundations of Food Services program learn basic entry level skills ideal for employment in the culinary industry. Students receive both traditional classroom instruction and hands-on training.

The program includes the following modified elements of ProStart (National Restaurant Association developed curriculum): training in safety practices for all equipment used in the kitchen environment; good work habits; professional sanitation techniques; basic knife skills; and standard culinary practices.

Also, modified components of “ServSafe” are introduced in the

program including: basic food safety; personal hygiene; cross contamination and allergens; time and temperature; cleaning; and sanitation.

Second-year students learn more advanced baking and food preparation techniques. Students complete an internship to explore career opportunities and develop work habits essential for success on the job.

Medical AssistingMedical assistants perform administrative and clinical tasks that assist in the effective office operations of doctors, hospitals, clinics and other health care providers. This program enables students to develop a specialized body of knowledge and skills which prepares them to work in the growing health care field.

Duties of medical assistants vary based on the location, orientation, size and specialty of the provider. Examples of administrative tasks include: updating and filing patient records; filling out insurance forms; completing hospital admissions forms; assigning referrals and laboratory services. Clinical procedures include: taking medical histories and recording vital signs; explaining medical procedures; reviewing medications and diets; phlebotomy (drawing blood); changing dressings; removing sutures; administering electrocardiograms; preparing patients for physical exams.

Classroom, lecture and practical experience in clinical settings prepare students for careers requiring multi-tasking, communication, critical thinking and interaction with the public.

New Visions Health CareersThis academically rigorous one-year program, located at Nathan Littauer Hospital, is designed for high school seniors interested in medical and health related professions.

Students enrolled in the New Visions program learn through traditional methods (lecture/discussion, reading and research, writing and specific topic study) as well as participation in clinical rotations—structured observations of medical professionals and procedures. These experiences provide students an opportunity to directly learn about various health professions, appropriate patient care, and the latest in medical treatments and testing.

English 12 and Social Studies 12 (Participation in Government and Economics) are integrated into the health careers curriculum offering a broad learning opportunity.

Vehicle Repair & MaintenanceStudents in this program learn basic, entry-level skills ideal for employment in the automotive field.

Training focuses on general automotive service field and related specialty areas. Students learn basic automotive theory, safety and shop procedures in a guided, hands-on environment. Repetition of basic skills is emphasized, including the proper, safe use of tools and equipment.

The curriculum includes minor repairs to engine, exhaust, brake, electrical, suspension, steering and cooling systems as well as vehicle detailing.

Students also perform New York State Emissions Inspections. Internship and work study opportunities exist for successful students.

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Other Career & Technical Opportunties

Academic Credit CoursesThe Career and Financial Management course curriculum is integrated into all Career & Technical programs. Students who require this credit for graduation can do so through their CTE program.

Mathematics is offered at the Career & Technical Center as a project-based curriculum that allows students to meet their third-year math credit while participating in Career & Technical Programs. Integrated mathematics is also offered in select Career and Technical programs to assist students in meeting their core graduation requirements.

Social Studies courses are offered to students through individualized or small-group instruction (pull-out method) to provide students the opportunity to meet graduation requirements while participating in Career & Technical programs.

English Language Arts courses are offered to provide students an opportunity to meet graduation requirements while participating in Career & Technical programs. ELA is integrated in select Career and Technical programs to assist students in meeting their core graduation requirements.

Physical EducationPhysical education classes provide students the opportunity to meet graduation requirements while participating in Career and Technical programs. This program provides many aspects of a traditional physical education program, along with the addition of leisure and lifetime activities.

Academic InterventionThe Academic Intervention Services program offers instructional support for students who need assistance to master state standards and Regents requirements for high school graduation. Areas covered include Math, English, and Social Studies. Students receive individualized or small-group instruction using materials that are career-education based.

Guidance CounselingCareer and Technical education students are offered counseling services that include career awareness, college selection, academic and personal counseling to help them find success in post secondary education or in the world of work. Counseling staff helps students identify and address areas that may interfere with their ability to find success on the job and in life.

Counseling and support services offer many students the additional support and encouragement they need to find success.

BOCES counseling staff assists students in identifying and meeting academic, social and personal goals, as well as provides coordination with local committees on special education, social workers, school counselors, and community service resources. Crisis counseling, career and guidance assistance are available as needed.

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Programs & ServicesGeneral Education & Support ServicesDr. Lorraine HohenforstDeputy Superintendent(518) 736-4305FAX: 736-4301

HFM BOCES provides a variety of general education and instructional

support services designed to further improve the learning environment

for students.

Adirondack Academy (Alternative Education) - COSER 403

Rick Potter, Principal(518) 736-4321FAX: (518) 736-4322

Jak Etter, Administrative Coordinator(518) 736-4320FAX: (518) 736-4322

Adirondack Academy, located at the HFM BOCES campus in Johnstown, provides an educational option for at-risk students in grades 6-12 whose needs are not met by traditional secondary school settings.

Through the program, students attain a high school diploma that maintains the

same academic requirements as their home schools.

Students are helped and encouraged to make fuller use of the environment for learning by the use of small group direct instruction, individualized achievement contracts and a positive reward system.

Instructional Resource Center - COSER 505

Deborah Booth Administrative Coordinator(518) 736-4375FAX: (518) 736-4371

The Instructional Resource Center includes a library of approximately 93,000 multimedia titles (streaming video, digitized images, text exemplar singles, documents and audio, DVDs, multiple-copy books, audio books, video and big books) covering a wide range of curriculum areas for K-12. These materials are available to teachers and administrators via an online catalog to supplement and enhance classroom resources.

The IRC also includes Soundzabound – a royalty free music library for students and teachers, a graphic novel

collection for middle school students, an English curriculum supporting multimedia collection for high schools and a holiday collection for elementary schools.

The Instructional Resource Center provides a cooperative Sheet Music Library, containing approximately 4,000 titles, through a cross-contract with a cooperating BOCES. Audio-visual and computer repair is also provided through a cross-contract. The HFM BOCES interschool Courier Service is provided by the IRC.

Distance Learning - COSER 405


Distance Learning uses a state-of-the-art interactive telecommunications system to teach courses simultaneously in several school districts. Students can enroll in regular school and summer school courses offered by districts in HFM BOCES, Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES and Capital Region BOCES plus other BOCES throughout the state.

Video conferencing capabilities are included in the network. Those participating in this fully aidable service get help with technical planning, bidding, purchasing, installation and training. A steering committee oversees the total project under BOCES direction, while the day-to-day operations are managed by BOCES staff.

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Programs & ServicesGeneral Education & Support Services

Library Automation - COSER 504


The School Library System service provides school districts with a computerized cataloging and circulation system that has been found to:

Enhance students’ critical-thinking and problem-solving skills;

Increase student access to resources via electronic networks; and

Develop students’ abilities to probe more deeply for information, by allowing them to go beyond traditional author-title-subject searches to more complex and complete keyword searches.

The service includes consulting services, preparation of price quotes, conversion of library holdings to computer records, equipment and software purchasing, installation and training.

Funded through the State Legislature, the system provides member districts with the following services: coordination of a regional interlibrary loan system, staff development for media specialists, mentoring and job shadowing for media specialists, group purchasing of periodical databases, coordinated cooperative collection development and consultation on library issues.

Regional Principals Leadership Teams

Dr. Lorraine HohenforstDeputy Superintendent(518) 736-4305FAX: 736-4301

Elementary and secondary principals meet throughout the year to:

Share best practices; Stay current with BOCES,

New York State Education Department and federal initiatives;

Discuss certification and staff development issues; and

Collaborate in the recruitment of professional staff.

The meetings are open to all component district principals.

Itinerant Services


Component districts may share instructional, administrative and operational personnel connected with their regular education programs.

Following is a list of itinerant services offered by the HFM BOCES:

Agriculture (COSER 329)

Art (COSER 302)

Business Education (COSER 335)

Curriculum & Instruction (COSER 338)

Dental Hygienist (COSER 309)

ESL (COSER 328)

Guidance Counselor (COSER 308)

Physical Education (COSER 303)

School Psychologist (COSER 310)

School Psychologist-Handicapped (COSER 311)

Spanish (COSER 317)

Speech Handicapped (COSER 304)

Speech Improvement (COSER 301)

Other itinerant services can be developed or cross-contracted as needed. These might include:

Business managers Attendance officers Human Resource Manager

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Programs & ServicesGeneral Education & Support Services

Regional Summer School - COSER 420


HFM BOCES Regional Summer School offers a cost-effective, consolidated service designed to help students in grades 9-12 who require classes to graduate on time. Course offerings in all core subject areas are based on enrollment, and some courses may not be offered if enrollment does not reach a required minimum.

Students’ eligibility for summer school is established by their home school district. Students who live in a non-participating district may attend summer school if their parents or guardians make arrangements directly with a participating district. Parents of these students are required to pay a tuition fee per course.

PTECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) - COSER 408

Michael DardarisPrincipal(518) 762-9119

PTECH offers students in the HFM region a non-traditional model for high school centered on project based, collaborative learning; personal pathways to careers; and connections to regional business partners. Selected students can earn one of 11 different associate’s degrees at no cost to their families and will be considered for jobs with participating companies when they graduate.

The four- to six-year program includes college-level, credit-bearing coursework beginning freshman year and allows students to choose their own “pathways” to high-skill jobs in five career clusters — business management and administration, advanced manufacturing and clean technology, information technology, health sciences and renewable resources.

AG-PTECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) - COSER 408

Kristy ShaferPrincipal(518) 669-4098

Imagine a new model for high school education that includes college-level, credit-bearing coursework in the curriculum and allows students to choose their own “pathways” to high-skill jobs.

AG-PTECH seeks to redefine secondary education with a curriculum that centers on project-based learning that will focus on skills in several agricultural based career clusters

— agricultural science, agricultural engineering technology, agricultural business, sustainable crop production, environmental science, and fisheries and wildlife technology.

Through the program, selected students can earn an associate’s degrees in select majors at no cost to their families and will be considered for jobs with participating companies when they graduate.

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Programs & ServicesInstructional ServicesNicole PantonAdministrative Coordinator(518) 736-4360FAX: (518) 736-4361

HFM BOCES Instructional Services provides school districts with support and training in curriculum,

instruction and assessment as they strive to meet state and local goals for raising academic standards.

Component school personnel are instrumental in designing the programs we offer. Training can be

delivered at a component school district or at the main HFM campus.

Customized staff development is available to districts as requested.

Staff Development - COSER 532

HFM BOCES’ staff development program is designed to help keep component school staff up to date in their instructional approaches and to enhance the quality of education for students. Part of this service is devoted to assessment scoring training and regional scoring of the NYSTP grades 3-8, NYS Regents and NYS Alternate Assessment.

The base service provides:

Mentor training and follow-up new teacher/mentor support meetings

Regional assessment training,

NYS Alternate Assessment administration training and support

Regional grade level and subject area meetings, planning and organizing Regional Superintendents’ Conference Day

Curriculum Council and regional curriculum initiative discussions

EZ-PD (online professional development opportunities)

Danielson and APPR Training

Coaching using the Cognitive Coaching Model

School Improvement - COSER 532

This service helps school districts design and improve instruction and instructional management. It consists of three components:

Staff Development Curriculum Development Data Analysis

The School Improvement COSER focuses on programs that help districts implement Common Core State Standards and use data-driven decision making to continually improve student achievement.

Curriculum Development - COSER 532

Regional curriculum development activities bring together the experiences of component district teachers with diverse backgrounds. In a collaborative, sharing environment, teachers develop curricula that

supplement and enhance the New York State Common Core Learning Standards. Districts may request specific curriculum development activities.

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Programs & ServicesInstructional Services

Data Analysis - COSER 532

Using data to guide the development of instructional programs that enhance student performance is an essential element of school improvement. HFM BOCES’ Data Analysis service helps districts collect, analyze and interpret student information.

The base service provides districts:

Regional data summaries and trend reports

Cut point comparisons of grades 3-8 assessments

Support with implementation of data-driven instruction

Training on development and use of quality assessments and how to drive instruction

Error analysis of locally/regionally developed assessments

Training on reports and how to use them to improve instruction

Measurement basics (basics statistics, validity, reliability, etc.)

Customized data analysis (such as survey development, needs assessments, or in-depth data analyses using SPSS) and support is also available.

Regional Certification Office - COSER 532

The Office of Teaching of the State Education Department has authorized this office to evaluate applications and recommend certification for all teaching assistant titles.

This office also evaluates applications and issues temporary and professional licenses for non-teacher coaches.

At this time, the Regional Certification Office does not evaluate any teacher certificates. Information and advice about the requirements needed to obtain these certifications can be provided.

This office assists with expedited service and submission of transcripts to New York State.

Employees referred by participating districts as well as any residents of Hamilton, Fulton and Montgomery counties receive prompt responses to questions concerning certification status.

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Programs & ServicesInstructional Services

Exploratory Enrichment - COSER 412

Activities scheduled through the Exploratory Enrichment COSER extend instruction to address the Common Core State Standards for academic or occupational subject areas.

The program is designed to provide students with activities that exceed or are different from content offerings found in standard courses.

Activities are BOCES aidable if they meet the following criteria:

Activity focus is curriculum-based for academic or occupational subjects;

Activities must be shared in one of two ways:1. In-school activities must be held at another participating district during the same school year; OR2. Out-of-school activities must be attended by at least two districts

Related costs NOT eligible for BOCES aid include transportation, food and admission tickets.

The Arts and Enrichment/Exploratory Enrichment Resources directory (http://artsineddirectory.org) contains a section that identifies many Exploratory Enrichment providers.

Arts in Education - COSER 414

This service allows component districts to receive BOCES aid on activities designed to integrate the arts into education. Unlike other COSERS, single-district activities can be aidable. The sharing requirement is met through participation in the Core service, which supports coordination of programs and also provides:

Coordination of scheduling, contracting and payments to AIE providers,

Technical assistance for local AIE program planning,

An advisory council composed of school district representatives,

Evaluation of AIE programs, and On-line directory of performers

and artists in-residence. (http://artsineddirectory.org)

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Programs & ServicesManagement Support Services

Communications Service - COSER 611 Through Capital Region BOCES

Tom AntisCommunications Specialist(518) 736-4681, ext. 4685FAX: (518) 736-4311

Jennie KerwoodProgram Manager(518) 464-5113FAX: (518) 736-4311

This service helps school districts build credibility with internal and external audiences by communicating in an open and timely manner about important matters in public education.

School officials know they can count on the team to provide best practices in school communications – from improving parent involvement to building informed consent for budgets and bond issues.

The Communications Service helps districts be the FIRST and BEST source of information about what is happening in their classrooms and their boardroom. Schools can contract for help with one-time projects or long-term needs.

The team of communication professionals offers:

Strategic communication plans that align with district goals and priorities

Media and community relations Web development, design &

content Print publications – writing, design

and photography Public engagement and consent

building strategies Crisis communications Communications-related

workshops for school leaders Print management Social media management

as an integral part of district communications

Video production


Substitute Services - COSER 624

Melody Prentice(518) 736-4390FAX: (518) 736-4389

This service makes use of Aesop®, a computerized system to manage a school district’s employee absences, substitute selection and notification, substitute assignment and accurate record keeping.

Absences can be reported seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Teachers can leave a personalized voice message for their substitutes to ensure lesson continuity. The system searches and selects the most qualified substitute.

Substitutes may review open jobs on the system and call the office to designate which school, location, grade level or subject they prefer. Full administrative reports are available.

The office provides handbooks and workshops to aid substitutes with standard classroom procedures, classroom management, school discipline policies, the Right-To-Know Law and other pertinent information.

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Special Education Classes

Michael J. Jacob, DirectorScott Dellis, Assistant DirectorDan Salvagni, Administrative CoordinatorMatthew Popp, Administrative Coordinator(518) 736-4350FAX: (518) 736-4357

COSERS:

Multiply Disabled - 204

Pervasive Developmental Disorders Program

PDDP - 206

Life Skills - 202

Children in Crisis Program

CICP - 205

Pupils Adjusting to Community Environments

PACE - 203

Resource Room

RR - 210

Multiply Disabled Program (12:1:4)This program is designed for students ages 5-21 with multiple disabilities who require a team approach. The team – which includes a special education teacher, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech and language therapist and nurse – provides highly individualized instructional programs involving skill development in the areas of motor, perceptual, daily living, language and socialization.

Pervasive Developmental Disorders Program (PDD) (6:1:2)This program is designed for students who are classified autistic or diagnosed with other pervasive developmental disorders. The occupational therapist, physical therapist and speech language pathologist work closely with the classroom teacher to provide a highly structured and fully integrated educational program.

Classroom team training consists of up-to-date behavioral management and specialized educational techniques. The classroom is academically oriented, with specific daily routines that remain consistent. Instructional programs are planned to meet the

students’ individual needs and are aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Classroom activities are structured similarly to those of a typical elementary school class. However, special emphasis is placed on social and interpersonal skills, behavior management, communication, language and motor-skill development.

Life Skills Program (12:1:4)This program is designed for students ages 5-21 with significant developmental disabilities that require a more intensive instructional approach and a more intensive student/staff ratio. The goal is to provide functional academic skills and independent living skills.

Children in Crisis Program (CICP) (6:1:2)This program is designed for students ages 5-21 with intensive behavioral management needs. Concentrated efforts are made to integrate academics, social-emotional needs, physical wellness and parental involvement. The CICP class offers counseling, case management and home visitations.

Special EducationThe HFM BOCES Special Education Division offers students with disabilities a variety of educational

programs and related services. This division is committed to the development and continuation of

programs that assist students with disabilities to become productive members of society.

Our special education classes are designed according to NYS Part 200 Regulations of the

Commissioner of Education. Each is designated as a Special Class with varying student/teacher/

paraprofessional ratios. These ratios are listed with the program descriptions that follow.

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Pupils Adjusting to Community Environments (PACE) (8:1:1)This program is designed for students ages 5-21 who are primarily emotionally disturbed. Students are provided with academic instruction within the context of a structured behavior management plan. Mainstreaming is available when educationally appropriate.

Contact the Special Education Division at (518) 736-4350

Related Special Education Support ServicesStudents with disabilities often need support beyond classroom instruction. Teachers also sometimes

need assistance in helping students develop to their fullest potential. Following is a list of those support

services.

Behavior Specialist – COSER 319

Consultation is available on individual students regarding any challenging behaviors they may be exhibiting. Consultation may include student observations and planning/development of effective behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessment.

Counseling ServicesThis service offers counseling to children and families to help resolve the problems children face at home, school or in the community that may affect their adjustment in school.

Skilled Nursing ServicesThe health needs of students with disabilities can be more complex than for the general student population. The Health Services staff works with parents, the school district and the Committee on Special Education to see that children with disabilities:

Are properly immunized; Have the appropriate

documentation concerning medications administered;

Receive annual screenings for height, weight, vision, hearing and scoliosis; and

Receive proper medical attention when needed.

Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired – COSER 324

This service provides interpreting in mainstream and special education classes for deaf and hard of hearing students.

Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing – COSER 323

This service is designed for students ages 5-21 with partial or total hearing loss who require direct and indirect consultation by a teacher of the deaf.

Occupational Therapy – COSER 314

Occupational Therapy (OT) primarily helps children with disabilities develop their motor skills. The service includes consultation to teachers and parents

so that the treatment carries over into both the classroom and home. Occupational Therapy is available to children attending regular school classes or a BOCES Special Education program.

Physical Therapy – COSER 313

Physical Therapy (PT) services for children with disabilities include evaluation and screening, development of a treatment program, direct physical therapy and consultation to parents and teachers.

Physical Therapy is designed to improve students’ reflex development, sensory-motor integration, postural control, gait pattern, muscle development and daily living skills. The service is available to children attending regular school classes or a BOCES Special Education program.

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Social Work ServicesA child lives in a complex environment involving home, school and the community that can affect his/her ability to learn. The Social Work Service is designed to assist both children and their families in working through problems that may be making school adjustment difficult for the child.

Areas of consultation include: improving communication and interaction between the student, family and school personnel; helping the child develop a more positive self-concept; improving the child’s relationships with others; designing behavior programs in consultation with the classroom teacher; and individual and group counseling.

Speech/Language TherapyThis service is designed to help identify and diagnose children with speech, language and hearing problems, and to provide language remediation, speech development and consultation. The program also addresses the child’s emotional needs that are associated with speech, language and hearing difficulties.

Vision Services – COSER 312

Vision Services for the visually impaired and blind include evaluation and screening, direct instruction, consultation and support services, and in-service and training for parents, teachers and school districts. These services are designed to improve, rehabilitate and maintain the abilities of students whose vision and perceptions have affected educational progress. They are available to children attending regular school classes or a BOCES special education program.

Special Education Related Special Education Support Services - continued

Transition Services - COSER 501 and 318

Jodi Facteau-St. GelaisTransition Specialist(518) 736-4356FAX: (518) 736-4359

CAREER ASSESSMENT - COSER 501

TRANSITION SPECIALIST - COSER 318

The goal of Career Assessment services is to assist students ages 13-21, their parents and teachers with an exploration of potential career choices for the students. Through the use of assessment tools, the staff helps students identify their strengths and interests as they relate to future career choices. Transition planning and coordination is available for special education students who are nearing graduation.

The Transition Specialist assists school district staff and parents as they prepare 15 - 21 year-old students with disabilities to participate fully in adult life in their community. A Transition Specialist provides information and referral services about community resources as they relate to students’ educational, vocational, recreational and/or legal needs. Training and technical assistance are provided to districts to ensure compliance with federal and state mandates.

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Programs & Services

Jodi Facteau-St. Gelais (518) 736-4356FAX: (518) 736-4359

This program is designed to assist students with disabilities, ages 14-21, in making successful workplace transitions. Work-based Learning placements can be credit bearing and work sites vary depending on the goals and interest areas of the individual student.

Relevant, supervised work experiences are provided in the community to develop employability and job-specific skills. Various levels of supervision are available depending on the needs of the students. Opportunities include job shadowing/observation, career exploration, and work-site skill development/training experiences.

Special Education

Work-Based Learning - COSER 315

Paula MrozAdministrative Coordinator/Special Education SchoolImprovement Specialist (SESIS)(518) 736-4354FAX: (518) 736-4357

Under the direction of Special Education School Improvement Specialist (SESIS)/Administrative Coordinator Paula Mroz, the HFM BOCES Regional Special Education Technical Assistance Support Center (RSE-TASC), is part of a statewide network that provides resources, information, consultation, coaching, and staff development related to the

education of students with disabilities.

The HFM BOCES RSE-TASC SESIS works with districts in the three-county region designated by the New York State Education Department as needing assistance or improvement in one or more of the State Performance Plan Indicators.

Regional Special Education Technical Assistance Support Center (RSE-TASC)

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Programs & ServicesBusiness and Management Services

HFM BOCES offers a range of business and management services intended to support and advance

the learning environment of our component school districts and their students.

Kathi Lewis School Business Manager(518) 736-4310FAX: (518) 736-4301

Bus Driver Staff Development COSER 601

HFM BOCES offers training and refresher courses for new and experienced bus drivers. New bus drivers are required by the state to take the 30-hour Basic Course. Experienced bus drivers must take two 2-hour refresher courses annually. The newly-mandated bus driver physical performance test is also conducted through this service. Three-Hour Pre-Service and 10-Hour Monitor/Aide courses are also offered.

Central Business Office

COSER 605

The Central Business Office provides cost-effective assistance to participating schools districts for several functions of the school business office.

Central Food Service

COSER 606

This service provides overall management of a district’s food service program, including staff training and supervision, menu development, and management and preparation of food.

Itinerant Food Service Manager COSER 306

HFM BOCES offers this service to support two or more districts with a person to provide food service management.

Shared Transportation Services COSER 327 - ITINERANT TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR COSER 627 - BUS MAINTENANCECOSER 637- REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION

HFM BOCES offers a shared service to provide student transportation to and from BOCES occupational education classes and programs for the handicapped, to and from public and private programs for the handicapped, and to other programs not associated with occupational or special education.

In addition, the service will provide participating school districts with home to school, field trip and sports trip transportation for public school students in accordance with Education Law 3635.

The shared service offers the oversight of a itinerant transportation supervisor, emergency communications and bus maintenance services.

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Business and Management Services Health-Safety-Risk Management - COSER 625

Dr. Lorraine HohenforstDeputy Superintendent(518) (518) 736-4305FAX: (518) 736-4301

Jessica Kirby-Barnes(518) 736-4380FAX: (518) 736-4382

Neil McManus(518) 417-9183 FAX: (518) 736-4382

Areas covered by the service include:

Americans With Disabilities Act Asbestos – OSHA & EPA Assets & Equipment Inventory Automated External Defibrillators Bloodborne Pathogens Chemical Inventory Confined Space Entry DOH Communicable Diseases Emergency Management Planning Ergonomics & Back Safety Fire & Building Codes Fire Systems Maintenance Service

In cooperation with Questar BOCES

First Aid/CPR Training Hazard Communication Hazardous Materials Indoor Air Quality Integrated Pest Management Laboratory Safety Lead Lockout-Tagout National Incident Management

System (NIMS)/ICS NYSED Capital Facilities

OSHA Compliance and OSHA Record Keeping

Personal Protective Equipment Petroleum & Chemical Bulk

Storage Photo ID Badges Playground Safety and Inspection Project SAVE Respiratory Protection Safety Committees School Pesticide Notification School Security/Violence

Prevention SED Comprehensive Building

Safety SED Dignity for All Students Act State Pollutant Discharge

Elimination System (DEC SPDES) Two-Hour Violence Prevention and

Intervention Workshop Underground Injection Control

(EPA) Water Quality and Testing Weight Certification for Wrestling

Teams

In-District Safety Specialist

In addition to basic program

support, the optional in-district

Safety Specialist is a Risk

Management staff member who

works in the district on a regular

basis (i.e. one day per week) and

provides hands-on, in-depth service.

Fire Systems Maintenance ServiceIn cooperation with Questar BOCES

Service involves three components: Fire Extinguisher Service; Fire Alarm System Testing and Cleaning; and Kitchen Hood Suppression System Inspection (NFPA standards)

Learn more online at www.hfmboces.org

The Health-Safety Risk Management Service has served HFM BOCES school districts since 1994. The program began with New York State’s Right-To-Know law and has grown to provide services for a wide variety of topics dealing with health, safety, environmental and emergency planning.

Participating districts receive services outlined below, including research and program development, Risk Management Office functions, and

assistance and training from Risk Management staff on an as-needed basis.

Districts receive compliance assistance, management support, training and information, and staff available to act as advisors and/or liaisons in crises. A comprehensive resource library and information database are maintained by the program to benefit subscribing districts.

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Cross Contract ServicesPlease consult

the following websites

for additional information:

www.boces.org(Jefferson Lewis)

www.capregboces.org(Capital Region)

www.monroe2boces.org(Monroe2-Orleans)

www.wswheboces.org(Washington-Saratoga-

Warren-Hamilton-Essex)

www.questar.org(Questar III)

www.e1b.org(Erie 1)

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HFM Name of Service Offering BOCES Offering BOCES Phone COSER # COSER # Number

502 Elementary Science Monroe 2-Orleans 502 (585) 352-1140

509 Antivirus Maintenance Capital Region 512 (518) 862-5331

Online Learning

Guidance

Instructional - Equipment Maintenance

Instructional - On Site Coordinator

Instructional - Shared Area Network

Internet

515 AV/Computer Washington-Saratoga- 506 (518) 736-4375 Equipment Repair Warren-Hamilton-Essex

516 Model Schools Capital Region 516 (518) 862-5321

523 Grant Writing Capital Region 523 (518) 464-3960

607 Address Labels Capital Region 604 (518) 862-5331

Clear Track 200

Data Warehousing

Equipment Maintenance

E-Rate Program Support

E-School Data

Finance Manager

Groupwise

IEP Direct

LAN Services

Managed IT Services

School Tool

Tax Billing

Telecomm/Commun Equip Maint

Testing - State Assessment

611 Communications Service Capital Region 611 (518) 736-4315

613 Emergency Communication Washington-Saratoga- 613 (518) 581-3780 Warren-Hamilton-Essex (518) 746-3780

614 Drug & Alcohol Testing Jefferson-Lewis 614 (315) 779-7000 (Transportation) (800) 356-4356

616 GASB 45 Service Capital Region 616 (518) 464-3949 This service helps subscribers monitor the financial and economic impact of GASB Statement 45 regarding Other Post-Employment Benefit cost data in public school districts and BOCES.

621 State Aid Planning Questar III 621 (518) 477-2635 This service helps school districts negotiate their way through the complexities of school finance. Member districts and BOCES benefit from a broad spectrum of valuable services, from technical assistance with state aid forms and revenue projection to analysis of state aid proposals and education-related legislation.

640 Policy Services Erie I 659 (716) 821-7000

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Resources

Laurie BargstedtAdministrative Coordinator Adult Literacy and Corrections Education(518) 736-4340

Deborah BoothAdministrative Coordinator Instructional Technology and Information Resource Services(518) 736-4370/736-4375

Matthew PoppAdministrative Coordinator Special Education(518) 736-4350

Michael A. DiMezzaAdministrative Coordinator Career & Technical Education(518) 736-4330

Nicole PantonAdministrative Coordinator Instructional Services(518) 736-4360

Paula MrozAdministrative Coordinator of RSE-TASC(518) 736-4354

Dan SalvagniAdministrative Coordinator Special Education(518) 736-4350

Melody PrenticeSubstitute Services(518) 736-4390

HFM BOCES office location

For more information

To find out

more about the

HFM BOCES and

its services,

please call the

following people

for assistance:

HFM BOCES Campus2755 State Highway 67 Johnstown, N.Y. 12095 (518) 736-4681

Dr. Patrick MichelDistrict Superintendent(518) 736-4300

Dr. Lorraine HohenforstDeputy Superintendent(518) 736-4305

Kathi LewisSchool Business Manager/ Chirf Financial Officer(518) 736-4310

Jay A. DeTragliaDirector/Principal Career & Technical Education(518) 736-4330

Michael J. JacobDirector/Principal of Special Education(518) 736-4350

Scott DellisAssistant Director of Special Education(518) 736-4350

Rick Potter Principal of Adirondack Academy(518) 736-4320

Michael DardarisPrincipal/Chief Learning Officer PTECH(518) 762-9119

Kristy ShaferPrincipal AG- PTECH(518) 669-4098

Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the BOCES’s non-discrimination policies should be directed to Jay DeTraglia ([email protected]), Director of Career & Technical Education, (518) 736-4330, or Dr. Lorraine Hohenforst ([email protected]), Deputy Superintendent, (518) 736-4305, HFM BOCES, 2755 State Highway 67, Johnstown, NY 12095. Inquiries may also be addressed to the Office for Civil Rights at the US Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005, 646-428-3800, [email protected].

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INDEX

EEnvironmental Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Equine Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Exploratory Enrichment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

FFoundations of Food Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

GGuidance Counseling Service (CTC) . . . . . 11General Education & Support Services . . 12-14

HHealth Careers (New Visions) . . . . . . . . . . . 10Health/Safety/Risk Management . . . . . . . . . 24HFM BOCES Board Members . . . . . . . . . . 2

IImportant Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Instructional Resource Center . . . . . . . . . . . 12Instructional Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17Interpreter for the Hearing Impaired . . . . . . 20Itinerant Food Service Manager . . . . . . . . . 23Itinerant Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

LLicensed Practical Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Library Automation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Life Skills Program (Special Ed.) . . . . . . . . . 19

MManagement Support Services . . . . . . . . . . 18Medical Assisting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Multiply Disabled Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

NNew Visions Health Careers . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

OOccupational Therapy (Special Ed.) . . . . . . 20

AAcademic Credit Courses (CTE) . . . . . . . . . 11Academic Intervention Services (CTE) . . . . 11Adult Literacy/Corrections Education . . . . . . 6Adirondack Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Arts-In-Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Auto Body Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Auto Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

BBehavior Specialist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Bus Driver Staff Development . . . . . . . . . . . 23Buiness and Management Services . . . . . . . 23

CCareer Assessment (Special Ed.) . . . . . . . . . 22Career & Technical Education . . . . . . . . . . 7-11Careers in Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Central Business Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Central Food Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Children in Crisis Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Communications Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Component School Districts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Computer Info. Technology/Networking . . . . 7 Configuration of HFM BOCES . . . . . . . . . . . 4Construction Trades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Cosmetology (CTE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Corrections Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Counseling (Guidance) (CTE) . . . . . . . . . . 11Counseling Services (Special Ed.) . . . . . . . . 20Cross Contract Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Criminal Justice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Culinary Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Curriculum Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DData Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Digital Multimedia & Communications. . . . . 8Distance Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 District Superintendent's Message . . . . . . . . 3

PPervasive Developmental Disorders Program 19 Physical Education (CTE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Physical Therapy (Special Ed.) . . . . . . . . . . 20Professional Development Specialist . . . . . . . 15PTECH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Pupils Adjusting to Community Environments (PACE) . . . . . . . 20

RRegional Certification Office . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Regional Principals Leadership Teams . . . . . 14 Regional Special Education Technical Assistance Support Center — RSE-TASC . 22 Regional Summer School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Related Special Education Support Services 21

SSchool Improvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Shared Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . 23Skilled Nursing Services (Special Ed.) . . . . . 20Social Work Services (Special Ed.) . . . . . . . 21Special Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-22Speech/Language Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Staff Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Substitute Services, Office of . . . . . . . . . . . 18

TTeacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing . . . . . 20Transition Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

VVehicle Repair & Maintenance (CTC) . . . . 11Vision Services (Special Education) . . . . . . . 21

WWork-Based Learning (Special Ed.) . . . . . . . 22

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