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BOCES Insider

• January 22, 2010
• In this issue: Districts see the light in new energy education service; District Superintendents sought; 2010-2011 Services Guide released; Career & Tech hosts open house, releases new course guide; Human Resources: Can I get a second debit card for my flexible spending account, so my spouse can have one? Meet News Anchor Scott Patterson - Alumnus got TV start from BOCES.
• January 15, 2010
• In this issue: BOCES receives $25,000 grant to investigate new prescription drug service; Special Education consultants begin work; Volunteer judges sought for Odyssey of the Mind; Snow closing guidelines for Career & Tech change; HazCom training dates and times; Meet Nyla Mohrmann, ESL Teacher.
• January 8, 2010
• In this issue: Student built house for sale; BOCES, districts sign on to new e-mail archiving service; Staff celebrate by giving back; Curious about Tech Valley High School; Meet Jeff Dorr, Network and Systems Technician.
• December 23, 2009
• In this issue: Holiday message from District Superintendent, Chuck Dedrick; Consultant for Special Education study selected; BOCES office space needs options studies; meet Kim Mahar, Special Education technology coordinator; Reminder from Captain Kilowatt to shut down all equipment over the long holiday weekend.

• December 18, 2009

• In this issue: Technology Awareness Day highlights education shift; Odyssey of the Mind volunteers sought; Schoharie Career & Tech students field test national exam; Other worldly project takes TVHS students to Mars; meet school counselor, Jen Russo.

• December 11, 2009

• In this issue:BOCES staff assist state agencies with H1N1 education video; Education chief visits Tech Valley High School;Tasting teaching at Cafe Anders; meet school counselor, Dean Walker; and Captain Kilowatts test your energy conservation know how.

• December 4, 2009

• In this issue:The BOCES Health Careers Center for Adult Students; New NERIC web site launched; Mini-grant brings yoga to Special Education classrooms; Flexible spending program information; meet Brendah Namwawa, Class of 2009, Practical Nursing for Adult Students.

• Thanksgiving Week-2009

• In this issue: Thanksgiving message from District Superintendent; Special Education Division comprehensive study to begin; Welding Program adds cutting edge tool and adult ed classes; Recycle and benefit BOCES Programs; meet Mike Todd, Welding & Metal Fabrication Teacher; and HR question: Flexible Spending Program deadline.

• November 20, 2009
  In this issue: BOCES hosts 21st Century Institute, Career & Tech wins 2009 Heart of the Cornucopia Award, BOCES led conference focuses on improving Special Education,Tech Valley High School hosts NYSSBA workshop, meet Gray Day creator, Zach Pierce.

• November 13, 2009

• Special Education student achievement on the rise; BOCEs saves $53,000 on energy; Tech Valley High students told to stay home - an experiment in distance learning; Holiday Arts & Craft Fair; meet Data Warehouse Manager, Jeff Baker; and HR question: My wife is having a baby. Can I get any paid or unpaid time off for paternity leave?

• November 6, 2009
  In this issue: Tech Valley High School honored by Rensselaer County Chamber, ebenefits online system information, Partnership helps Special Education students find and keep jobs, staff holiday arts & crafts fair to feature 18 crafters, meet Joe Otter, Behavior Specialist, and HR question: What is the deadline to sign up for a flexible spending account?

• October 30, 2009
  In this issue: What to do if you're sick: H1N1 update, Mini-grant helps NERIC team support Mac users, teachers eligible for free supplies, Trash becomes students' treasures, meet Sally Loeper, photo ID and fingerprinting guru, and HR question: How much paid or unpaid time off can employees get for maternity leave?

• October 23, 2009
  In this issue: Mid-year state aid cuts proposed, Special Education study planned, staff can change benefits, access new online system, cosmetology students raise funds for American Cancer Society, Career & Tech open houses draw large crowds, meet Leah Penniman, Tech Valley High School teacher, and HR question: When I read the BOCES Insider, I only see text. Should I be seeing graphics as well?

• October 16, 2009
  In this issue: Staff sought to present at NERIC technology day, Everyone invited to check out Career & Tech sites, programs, Communications work receives state, national awards, Adult nurse assistant program begins soon, Staff Holiday fair signup deadline, meet Anne Cushing, Special Education alumna, and HR question: Can staff still reserve conference rooms A & B at 1031 Watervliet Shaker Road?

• October 9, 2009
  In this issue: State Ed forum gathers feedback for statewide technology plan, BOCES hosts 21st century forum, Lift your earning potential: Adult Ed forklift class offered, meet the BOCES Board President, Sandy Beloncik, and HR question: How do I find out my "employee ID" number for the Davis Vision form?

• October 2, 2009
  In this issue: Tech Valley High School named national model at grand opening, Central Administration moves to 900 Watervliet-Shaker Rd., Mini-grant funds greener NERIC, Adult Ed class to help Schoharie residents earn more, "Staff resources" section added to web site, meet Rob Womble, the BOCES email guru, and HR question: In addition to "single" and "family" coverage some companies offer a plan for "couples". Could BOCES offer this option?

• September 25, 2009
  In this issue: Central Administration move on schedule, Understanding BizTalk, November craft fair, BOCES leads forums, events, meet Jim Garner from the Career & Tech Albany campus, and HR question: When can I change my health insurance coverage, or add a flexible spending plan?

• September 18, 2009
  In this issue: H1N1: What you need to know; H1N1: helping schools prepare; NERIC portal technology takes off; letterhead available to all staff; "I am BOCES" featuring Tech Valley High School student Rose Biggerstaff; and HR question: I am interested in taking college classes, and I heard BOCES may reimburse me for tuition costs. How do I get details?

• September 11, 2009
  In this issue: Introducing the new BOCES Insider; New welding program launched; Welcome back students!; New NERIC.org launch on hold; and "I am BOCES" featuring BOCES' first actuary, John Robinson.

• September 4, 2009
  In this issue: Final Opening Day celebration features students, staff; Career and Technical Education leadership changes; Introducing the new Capital Region BOCES logo; and Free GED classes.

• August 28, 2009
  In this issue: New Tech Valley High School opens, October move for Central Administration, NERIC offices; BOCES Insider goes weekly; Final Opening Day, Sept. 2 at Union College; Global Fashion students team with Colonie Center; and Adult Education opportunity: Learn how to repair your home or business.