

The
Very Special Prom is a much anticipated annual event—now in
its 28th year—that gives Special Education students, alumni and
their guests a chance to celebrate and shine.
Spotlight on Special
Education: Very Special Prom gives students a chance to
shine
More than 120 BOCES
Special Education students, alumni and their guests spruced up and
stepped out for a night of food, fun and dance at this year's Very
Special Prom, held on May 22 at the Best Western Sovereign Hotel in
Albany. The prom is a much anticipated annual event begun
at the request of a number of special education
students hoping for a celebration they could call their own.
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Congratulations Class of 2009!
Click here to learn more about our exceptional Special Ed grads
and their plans for the future.
Student's photo exhibit shows limitless imagination
Special
Education student Robert Wright is currently showcasing his art work
in the library of the Mohonasen Central School District High School.
The exhibition titled “The Only Limitation is the Imagination,”
which opened June 8, is a collection of photographs taken through
the eyes of a student with disabilities.
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Sports & Rec programs and supports for children with
special needs and their families
Wondering how to add some fun into your child/teen's summer? Looking
to connect with other families of children with special needs? At the
following link, you'll find a host of possibilities for you and your
child, teen or young adult:
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Parent Supports and Recreation Programs for Children, Teens and
Young Adults with Disabilities (PDF)
Expanded Transition Service Web page
Curious about what the BOCES Transition Coordination Service has to
offer? At the
newly expanded Web page for the service, you'll have your
questions answered and learn what's new in Transition.
Information about H1N1 Influenza (Swine Flu)
With recent attention to
the Swine Flu, the Center for Disease Control, New York State and the
State Health Department have made information and updates available:
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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FAQ - State Health Department
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Press release from New York State Web site
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Preventing
the flu: good health habit tips
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Travel information
2009-10 BOCES Services Guide now available
The Capital Region
BOCES Services Guide is an annual publication prepared to help component school
districts plan for and select BOCES services they will use in the
next year. This document includes detailed service descriptions, as
well as 2009-10 pricing.
To view
or download the
BOCES 2009-2010 Services Guide, please click on the link.
To request a printed version, call (518) 862-4920.
New York State Alternate Assessment blog
Teachers, staff and
others responsible for administering the New York State Alternate
Assessment (NYSAA) will find current information and answers to
questions about state alternate assessment at The Capital Region
BOCES NYSAA Trainers Blog:
http://nysaa0809.blogspot.com.
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