We believe education should prepare you for the real world.
Our team of passionate professionals brings together our team's expertise to achieve BOCES’ goals. With a focus on specific values or principles, we strive to set our organization apart from others in our industry.
BOCES is dedicated to delivering exceptional programs that cater to the needs of our students. With a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and students satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in education.



BOCES is dedicated to delivering exceptional programs that cater to the needs of our students. With a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and students satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in education.
Students are our priority.
We help connect classroom learning with real-world skills, so students are prepared to succeed—whether they’re heading to college, entering the workforce, or starting technical training. By focusing on what makes each program and school community unique, we support meaningful learning that sets students up for long-term success.
At BOCES, our student's growth is at the heart of everything we do. We listen to their needs and feedback to continually improve the classroom and learning experience.
Board of Education
The Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES Board of Education is made up of dedicated community members who guide the organization with vision, integrity, and a deep commitment to public education. As representatives from across our region, they help ensure that our programs remain responsive, effective, and focused on serving students, educators, and families throughout the North Country.

BOCES Leadership
The BOCES Leadership Team is committed to providing clear guidance, responsive support, and collaborative problem-solving. We lead with purpose, listen with intent, and work every day to create a culture where educators and students can thrive.
Let's work together to make BOCES Caring. Confident. United.
What BOCES Stands For
Across every classroom, program, and service, our work is rooted in care, purpose, and possibility.
The BOCES brand is more than a logo. Our brand is the definition of our shared commitment to students, families, educators, and communities across the North Country.
It helps guide every action and interaction to help us be caring, confident and united in our goal to provide excellent education for all.

A formula for success
Current job openings
We’re actively looking to find the right people for the following roles.
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