District Superintendent
The position serves a dual role – acting as the representative of the Commissioner of Education and Chief Executive Officer of the Questar III Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES).
As the Commissioner’s representative, the District Superintendent is responsible for providing strong leadership within the supervisory district and bringing local school district concerns to the attention of state leaders.
As CEO of the BOCES, the District Superintendent leads the organization in the development, implementation and provision of programs and services provided at the request of the component districts and serving districts across New York State.
Meet Dr. Gladys I. Cruz
Gladys I. Cruz is the District Superintendent of Questar III. Cruz is well-known across the region and state. Over a 30-year span, she has established a distinguished career as a teacher and education leader. Since joining Questar III in 1998, Cruz has served in a number of leadership positions.
From the Desk of Gladys Cruz
A look at the final state budget and upcoming school budget votes
District Superintendent Dr. Gladys Cruz writes about the final state budget and the May 20th school budget votes in her monthly column.
Building Bridges: Women, Trades, and the Promise of BOCES
District Superintendent Dr. Gladys Cruz highlights how early exposure, hands-on training, and supportive environments can empower women to not only enter but also thrive in skilled trades.
Embracing Hope and Advocacy for Public Education
Read District Superintendent Dr. Gladys Cruz’s monthly newspaper column.