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Cruz discusses the Common Core Learning Standards
Deputy Superintendent Gladys Cruz recently appeared on the award-winning public affairs show Insight. Click the link below to view a program on changes related to the Common Core Learning Standards and Annual Professional Performance Review. Cruz’s clip appears at the 2:20 minute mark.
Focusing on her future
Three years ago, Libby Foote was one of the first students to enroll in Sackett Educational Center's Therapeutic Youth Program (TYP). Today, the East Greenbush student is nearing graduation and a chance to fulfill her dreams of a career in early childhood education.
Questar III named top workplace by Times Union
Questar III BOCES has been named one of the Capital Region’s Top Workplaces for 2013, according to a survey published in the Times Union.
Sobol discusses National Development Disabilities Month
Questar III Director of Special Education Robin Sobol appeared on WNYT to discuss how the public school system is supporting students with developmental disabilities. Watch the segment by clicking the link below.
Looking to the future
One year ago, Jordan Bulich was a motivated senior in Questar III’s New Visions: Scientific Research & World Health program. Today, the Catskill native is a freshman at Stanford University, where she is studying to become a pediatric oncologist.
Teams compete at Odyssey of the Mind tournament
Looking for results and photos from the March 9th competition at Rensselaer City Schools? Please visit the link below.
Adult and Community Education classes available this spring
The International Center for Workforce and Personal Development is offering numerous Community and Adult Education courses this spring. The diverse selection of courses will be held at Columbia-Greene Educational Center (CGEC) and Rensselaer Educational Center (REC).
The Career Studies experience
Questar III’s Career Studies programs provide high school students with entry-level training in a technical area or trade at an alternative learning pace. The programs help the student to become successful in the world of work and are taught by certified teachers with substantial real-world experience in their given trade.
Collaboration at work
The 37 BOCES across New York State have published their first cooperative news publication. Read what's happening to prepare students, improve efficiencies and put New Yorkers back to work.
Teacher professional development available at Tech Valley HS
A new professional development offering from Tech Valley High School®, Questar III and Capital Region BOCES is designed to make it even easier for teachers in traditional classrooms to implement project-based learning (PBL).
Adults go back to school
Learn more about how some local adults are returning to school to complete their education through Questar III BOCES, including John Miller, who just turned 80.
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Graduates build a career
After graduating from Questar III’s CTE program, TJ Dwyer and Nick Heath were hired by Ducommun AeroStructures in Coxsackie, NY.
Cruz, Shields discuss the Common Core Learning Standards
Questar III Deputy Superintendent Gladys Cruz and Rensselaer CSD Superintendent Sally Shields appeared on WNYT’s Forum 13 to discuss the Common Core Learning Standards and what they mean for public education. Watch the segment by clicking the link below.
Parent brochure explaining Common Core Learning Standards
Questar III’s School Improvement Office developed a brochure to help parents and guardians better understand the changes happening in public education. The brochure, which is available by clicking the link below, provides suggestions on how to help your child with English language arts (ELA) and mathematics.
Affordable, high quality professional development on the Common Core Standards
Looking to walk your faculty through the fundamentals of the Common Core Standards? Questar III is selling a DVD set featuring highly respected content experts.
Employees race in record numbers
QIII employees lose 535 pounds
Questar III programs use 3-D printers
QIII wins Hermes Creative Awards
Rep. Tonko visits Questar III program
Board adopts new strategic plan
Educators explore new school models
Student places at state competition
Students attend a prom of their own
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