BOCES

2024-2025 Enrollment Opens for Three K12-Powered Online Schools in Colorado

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Three K12-powered online learning schools, Colorado Preparatory Academy (CPA) , Pikes Peak Online School (PPOS) , and Destinations Career Academy of Colorado (CODCA) , are accepting enrollment applications for the 2024-2025 school year.

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  • Three K12-powered online learning schools, Colorado Preparatory Academy (CPA) , Pikes Peak Online School (PPOS) , and Destinations Career Academy of Colorado (CODCA) , are accepting enrollment applications for the 2024-2025 school year.
  • These accredited, full-time, online public schools provide Colorado students with a tuition-free education using state-certified teachers and a tailored learning approach to meet students where they are in their academic journey.
  • PPOS is a full-time online public school offering equal access to education for students in grades 9-12.
  • The schools also celebrate traditional milestone events by offering an in-person prom and graduation ceremony for their high school students.

Response to Governor Hochul's 'Back to Basics' Plan to Improve Reading Proficiency

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

We are cautiously optimistic about Governor Hochul's announcement. This moment holds promise for the children of our home state if executed well, and we want it to be successful. We hope that New York State--as well as states across the country that are embarking on similar journeys toward evidence-aligned instruction--leverages the lessons TRL has learned to create significant outcomes for our students.

Key Points: 
  • As individuals, chance experiences led them to learn about the science of reading (SoR).
  • Our expertise has been sought by multiple state education agencies, national education organizations, and educator preparation programs.
  • We have long-term partnerships with over 70 school districts across the U.S. as they align practice and policy to the scientific evidence base on reading.
  • However, true transformation of statewide reading instruction will require more comprehensive learning than what is possible through a microcredential program.

Colorado Tuition-Free Virtual Public Schools Welcome Students Back to School

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

As summer break draws to a close for Colorado students, many households are considering alternative options that are tailored to meet the unique needs of their students by exploring the benefits offered by online tuition-free public schools like Destinations Career Academy of Colorado (CODCA), Colorado Preparatory Academy (CPA), and Pikes Peak Online School (PPOS).

Key Points: 
  • As summer break draws to a close for Colorado students, many households are considering alternative options that are tailored to meet the unique needs of their students by exploring the benefits offered by online tuition-free public schools like Destinations Career Academy of Colorado (CODCA), Colorado Preparatory Academy (CPA), and Pikes Peak Online School (PPOS).
  • Enrollment for the three virtual public schools, led by licensed Colorado teachers, is still open for students located anywhere in the state of Colorado to apply.
  • Using assessment data, CPA teachers help guide students in course selection and instructional interventions to meet each student's academic strengths and weaknesses.
  • PPOS is a full-time online public school offering equal access to education for students grades 9-12.

HELIXintel Secures Series A Funding Round to Fuel Expansion in Building Management Industry

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Monday, June 12, 2023

BUFFALO, N.Y., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HELIXintel , an innovative platform providing building management, predictive analytics, and equipment management solutions, has concluded a successful and competitive Series A funding round, strategically positioning the company for significant growth and expansion.

Key Points: 
  • BUFFALO, N.Y., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HELIXintel , an innovative platform providing building management, predictive analytics, and equipment management solutions, has concluded a successful and competitive Series A funding round, strategically positioning the company for significant growth and expansion.
  • HELIXintel is at the forefront of transforming the building management space.
  • The strategic partnership between HELIXintel and Munich Re's HSB has been a driving force behind the growth and industry influence of HELIXintel.
  • Ahead of its Series A funding round, HELIXintel unveiled its latest innovation, HELIXintel Savings Scout™ .

Questar III BOCES Partners with STOPit Solutions to deliver School Safety Solutions to New York Schools

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022

HOLMDEL, N.J., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Questar III BOCES, today announced that it has partnered with STOPit Solutions, a pioneer in safety and wellness solutions that create healthier places to learn, work, and live, to deliver comprehensive safety and wellness solutions to 18 school districts in upstate New York State. The school districts, along with the BOCES, will implement STOPit's Anonymous Reporting System (ARS), 911-Direct Panic Alert System and Enhanced Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), and Safety & Wellness Training Curriculum for students and staff.

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  • The school districts include: Questar III BOCES, WSWHE BOCES, Hudson City School District, Lansingburgh Central School District, Hoosick Falls Central School District, Ichabod Crane Central School District, Chatham Central School District, Wynantskill Union Free School District, Brunswick Central School District, East Greenbush Central School District, Cairo-Durham Central School District, Hoosic Valley Central School District, Taconic Hills Central School District, Rensselaer City School District, New Lebanon Central School District, Berlin Central School District, Coxsackie-Athens Central School District, and Woodland Hill Montessori School.
  • We accomplish this by connecting our members with a variety of educational tools and resources such as STOPit Solutions.
  • STOPit Solutions will be able to provide the students in our districts with additional resources to help address their mental health and safety issues."
  • About Questar III BOCES: Questar III BOCES delivers more than 275 educational and administrative services to 22 school districts in Rensselaer, Columbia, and Greene counties.

RAYMOND CELEBRATES A CENTURY OF INNOVATION AND INSPIRES NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS WITH VIRTUAL MANUFACTURING DAY EVENT

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

GREENE, N.Y., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Raymond Corporation will kick off its eighth annual Manufacturing Day event, Celebrating a Century of Innovation, on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022. National Manufacturing Day is an annual celebration of the manufacturing industry and organized by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).

Key Points: 
  • GREENE, N.Y., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Raymond Corporation will kick off its eighth annual Manufacturing Day event, Celebrating a Century of Innovation, on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022.
  • National Manufacturing Day is an annual celebration of the manufacturing industry and organized by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).
  • This year is the third year Raymond's Manufacturing Day will be an entirely virtual event.
  • Students will learn about building skills for the future through a virtual manufacturing facility tour, highlights of industry technology and discussions with Raymond's leadership team.

Education reEnvisioned BOCES (CO) Selects Synergy Student Information System

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Edupoint® Educational Systems announced today that Education reEnvisioned BOCES has selected the company's industry-leading Synergy® Student Information System (SIS) for its own student data management needs as well as those of its member schools. The BOCES represents 12 schools serving 5,000 students.

Key Points: 
  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Edupoint Educational Systems announced today that Education reEnvisioned BOCES has selected the company's industry-leading Synergy Student Information System (SIS) for its own student data management needs as well as those of its member schools.
  • "We needed a system that would enable us to seamlessly meet Colorado state reporting requirements," said Dan Snowberger, Director of Education Operations at Education reEnvisioned, "but we also have 12 schools with very different needs that will be using Synergy for student data management.
  • "With Synergy SIS, Education reEnvisioned BOCES is getting an extremely powerful and flexible student data management solution designed to support everyday needs and navigate both anticipated and unanticipated changes in the education landscape," said Bob Weathers, Founder and CEO at Edupoint.
  • Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint is an industry-leading student data management ecosystem built to fit the way educators already work.

Apptega Establishes Affiliation Agreement With Vistrada and Putnam North Westchester to Bring Cybersecurity Excellence Into NY State Schools

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

The NY Educational Law 2-D is in effect requiring school districts in the state of New York to follow stricter standards for student data privacy protection and comply with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF).

Key Points: 
  • The NY Educational Law 2-D is in effect requiring school districts in the state of New York to follow stricter standards for student data privacy protection and comply with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF).
  • These regulations are becoming a burden to already understaffed school systems that need an easy, streamlined solution to ensure their compliance with the new regulation.
  • "Protecting our students' data is mission critical," said Jennifer Harriton-Wilson, Ed.D., Education Technology Coordinator, Putnam North Westchester BOCES.
  • "By working together, we created an efficient and effective method to ensure the protection and privacy of student data."

Murdock Joins NYSIR as Senior VP of Claims

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Monday, March 21, 2022

UNIONDALE, N.Y., March 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR) recently announced that Michael T. Murdock had joined the organization as its senior vice president of claims.

Key Points: 
  • UNIONDALE, N.Y., March 21, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR) recently announced that Michael T. Murdock had joined the organization as its senior vice president of claims.
  • He is the author of several books on claims management and has written industry articles on a variety of insurance-related issues.
  • Additionally, he holds various industry designations in insurance, risk management and reinsurance, including CPCU, ARM, ARe, ASLI and ACI.
  • NYSIR is the largest provider of property/casualty insurance for public school districts and BOCES in New York.

The New York State School Boards Association Encourages Community Support of Local School Boards

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

The New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) today announced the launch of a new campaign to encourage communities across New York to support their local school boards in providing a quality educational experience for every student.

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  • The New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) today announced the launch of a new campaign to encourage communities across New York to support their local school boards in providing a quality educational experience for every student.
  • Encourage the electorate to become more informed about the role of their local school board and knowledgeable about local school board issues.
  • Our goal is to encourage local community collaboration to help our school boards ensure each student across the state has access to an equitable, high-quality education.
  • NYSSBA serves more than 671 local school boards and boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES), which represent more than 5,200 members nearly half the elected officials in the state.