The BOE September 2019 Meeting minutes https://5il.co/as16 and October 2019 Agenda https://5il.co/as15 have been posted online
Thank you to all who attended the 2019 Bohlen Tech Open House. We hope you enjoyed the visit and hope to see you again soon.
Thank you to Mohawk Valley Community College for visiting our Visual Communications classroom and providing a tutorial on 3D Animation for our students.
Adult Education is offering a Zumba class at the Watertown BOCES campus. Classes begin October, 21, 2019. Click on the link for more details and to register: http://bit.ly/2nKPwL3
Fall means Open House time at BOCES!!! Visit Bohlen Tech on Oct. 10 http://bit.ly/2mhXYjZ and the Sackett Center on Oct. 16 http://bit.ly/2mle502
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a full-time, Certified Nursing Assistant Teacher for the Bohlen Tech. Center. Apply by September 30, 2019 https://5il.co/a8v9
Attention Potential Adult Nursing Students: The next TEAS® Exam will take place on October 2, 2019. Students must register through ATI test site. http://www.atitesting.com. The cost is $92.00 payable at the time of registration.
Students in the Pre-Tech Academy learned the value of community service today by helping the United Way of Northern New York with it's annual food drive in Watertown. Everyone worked hard to help area food pantries ensure that no one goes hungry.
A hearty welcome back to many school districts in the region today, including students at Bohlen Tech. and the Jefferson County ACES program. Have a great 2019-20 school year.
The new school year is underway. Welcome back to students at the Sackett Center and the Boak Education Center in Lewis County. Have a great and productive 2019-20.
HELP WANTED: Jeff-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a teacher for the Building Projects program at Bohlen Tech. Apply by September 3, 2019. https://5il.co/9nez
HELP WANTED: Jeff-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Teacher Assistant for Bohlen Tech. Apply by September 3, 2019. https://5il.co/9nex
Please take a moment to read this advisory released by the NYS Department of Health regarding unexplained illness that may be connected to the use of vaping products: http://bit.ly/30mj3IK
North Country Schools Job Fair: This Monday, August 5 at our Watertown Campus. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2OwYXKx
A sweet problem to solve. M.A.S.T. Summer Campers in Lewis County wrap up their two week project in finding ways for sugar shacks to become more energy efficient.
Students taking part in our M.A.S.T Summer Camp in Watertown have had a busy week. They were tasked with researching and coming up with possible solutions to help the Thompson Park Zoo combat flooding within its butterfly house exhibit.
HELP WANTED: Jeff-Lewis BOCES has numerous job openings within our organization. Visit the Employment Opportunities page for a full listing: http://bit.ly/30pzAeE
Congratulations to Andrew Kirkwood. The #SackettCenter Electrical Wiring graduate won the third place, bronze medal at the #SkillsUSA Nationals in Louisville, KY.
Great news! The Promotional Bulletin Board team from the Sackett Center made the top 6 out of 44 in the preliminaries at the SkillsUSA Nationals, which means they were called back for consideration for the finals. Great Job and fingers crossed for a medal.
Champions at Work! Both Tia Briot (Photography, Beaver River) and Andrew Kirkwood (Electrical Construction Wiring) are all set to go for their respective competitions at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Louisville.
Congratulations to the recent graduates of our Adult Practical Nursing program in Watertown
Our Jeff-Lewis BOCES SkillsUSA crew made it to the Nationals in Louisville and are ready to go for this week’s conference and competition.
Vis Comm grad Brooke Dorazio is at the SkillsUSA Nationals with her Pin Design display. Good luck Brooke!!!
Mark your calendars! The Fall Open Houses for our two technical centers have been scheduled. Bohlen Tech: Thursday, October 10. Sackett Center: Wednesday, October 16.
Good luck to our SkillsUSA students who are competing this week in the Nationals in Louisville, KY
2019-20 Bohlen Tech. and Sackett Center calendars are now available online: http://bit.ly/2WXBUYh
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a full time Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor for the Bohlen Technical Center. Apply by July 12, 2019. https://5il.co/880h
Recruitment Week at our BOCES Technical Centers was a wonderful opportunity for students to network with our industry partners, learn more about potential career options, and gain employment following their graduation.
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a part time instructor for our New Vision Health program. Apply by June 21, 2019. https://5il.co/7x2l
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire an instructor for our 3D Modeling & Design Program. Apply by June 30, 2019 https://5il.co/7x2j
Congratulations to the newest inductees into the National Technical Honor Society from Bohlen Tech. and the Sackett Center
Another excellent showing by the talented students in the Environmental Conservation & Forestry program during this year’s NYS Conservation Competition at SUNY Cobleskill. The program took 2nd place overall out of almost 20 conservation and forestry programs across the state
Students at BOCES continue to show off their award winning talent. Juniors and seniors in the Heavy Equipment program at BohlenTech took part in the recent Heavy Equipment Rodeo and have the medals and trophies to prove it.
National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6-10. Thank you to all the teachers and educators in the North Country. Your hard work does not go unnoticed.
The agenda for the May 8, 2019 BOE meeting is now available: https://5il.co/7kin
The Minutes for the BOCES 2019 Annual Meeting https://5il.co/7kiq and April 10 BOE Meeting https://5il.co/7kir are now available online
The next TEAS® exam for the Adult Practical Nursing Program is scheduled for June 10, 2019. Students must register through ATI test site: http://www.atitesting.com. The cost is $85.00 payable at the time of registration. This is the final TEAS® exam date before fall semester.
Attention Local Employers!!!! Sign up for our first ever Recruitment Week June 3-7 at the Bohlen and Sackett Technical Centers. Click on the link to learn more and to register: http://bit.ly/2WaHF5c
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Full time Certified Nursing Assistant Teacher. Apply by May 30, 2019. https://5il.co/7fdv
15 medals!!!! SkillsUSA students from #BohlenTech and the #SackettCenter did well at this year's state competition. We are so proud of all of you>
We have our first award winner for the SkillsUSA state competition. Brooke Dorazio, a Bohlen Tech Vis. Comm. student from South Jefferson, won the gold medal in the Pin & T-Shirt Competition. Her design will be the official one used by NYS SkillsUSA
Good luck to the Bohlen Tech. and Sackett Center students competing in the NYS SkillsUSA competition this week in Syracuse.
Have you submitted your nomination for our Alumni of Distinction Award yet? The deadline is May 1, 2019. Your nomination could be honored at our Awards Day ceremonies in June. Click on the link to learn more and to submit a nomination http://bit.ly/2Pd3I8P
We are now accepting applications for our Adult Evening Cosmetology program: http://bit.ly/2UaG8dL
Congratulations to all the National Honor Society members in our 18 component districts that will be honored during tonight's National Honor Society Recognition Program at the Watertown High School.
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Gas & Diesel Mechanics Instructor for the Sackett Center. Apply by April 30, 2019. https://5il.co/774f
Announcing the brand new, full day Engineering & Design Academy. Starting this fall at the Lewis County JCC Education Center in Lowville. Click on the link to learn more: www.boces.com/eda
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Gas & Diesel Mechanics Instructor for the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center. Apply by April 1, 2019. https://5il.co/6zo2
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire Licensed Practical Nurse/Teacher Aide Substitutes https://5il.co/6wnk
The Jefferson-Lewis BOCES 2017-2018 Report Card is now online and available for viewing https://5il.co/6wje
School District Funding Priorities for JLHHO BOCES Region: https://goo.gl/JYkgaj
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Job Skills Instructor. Apply by March 25, 2019. https://5il.co/6uxj
The Bohlen Technical Center is closed today; Monday, February 25, 2019
The Sackett Technical Center is closed today; Monday, February 25, 2019
The Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Testing Center in Watertown will be closed on Monday, February 25 due to severe weather concerns.
Due to winter weather concerns, this evening's BOE meeting has been postponed to February 14, 6 pm at the Sackett Center
The Explorer Program scheduled for Wednesday night (2/13/19) has been canceled.
There will be no PM BOCES at the Sackett Technical Center today; Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Evening Cosmetology at Bohlen Tech. has been canceled; Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Adult Literacy afternoon and evening classes have been canceled today; Tuesday, February 12, 2019
There will be no afternoon BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center in Watertown today; Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Due to weather related concerns, the Adult Practical Nursing graduation ceremony scheduled for this afternoon has been postponed to Friday, March 8, 2019, 4pm at the Jeff-Lewis BOCES Administration Building.
BTC SkillsUSA Regional Competition scheduled for Friday has been postponed. Participants will receive further updates next week.
The Bohlen Technical Center is closed today; Thursday, February 7, 2019
The TASC Test at Jefferson-Lewis BOCES will start at 11 am this morning; Thursday, February 7, 2019
There will be no AM BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center today; Thursday, February 7, 2019
There will be no PM BOCES at the Sackett Technical Center today; Wednesday, February 6, 2019
All Afternoon and Evening Literacy Classes and Evening Adult Ed. Classes have been canceled for today and tonight due to weather concerns; Wednesday, February 6, 2019
There will be no PM BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center today; Wednesday, February 6, 2019
The Adult Practical Nursing Graduation scheduled for today has been rescheduled. It will now take place on Friday, February 8, 2019 at 4 pm at the Jeff-Lewis BOCES Administration Building-Conference Rooms A/B
There is no AM BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center today; Friday, February 1, 2019
Due to the weather, the Adult Practical Nursing graduation scheduled for Friday at the Hilton Garden Inn has been postponed.
The Sackett Technical Center is closed today; Thursday, January 31, 2019
The Bohlen Technical Center is closed today; Thursday, January 31, 2019.
The Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Testing Center will be closed on Thursday, January 31, 2019
Literacy classes scheduled for this afternoon at the Boak Educational Center have been canceled; Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Adult Ed. and Literacy classes are cancelled for this evening; Wednesday, January 30, 2019
There will be no PM BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center today; Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Adult Ed. and Literacy courses for this evening have been canceled; Tuesday, January 29, 2019
Evening Cosmetology at the Bohlen Technical Center has been canceled for tonight; Tuesday, January 29, 2019
There will be no PM BOCES at the Sackett Technical Center today; Friday, January 25, 2019
The Bohlen Technical Center is closed today; Friday, January 25, 2019
The Sackett Technical Center is closed today: Thursday, January 24, 2019
Evening Literacy and Adult Education classes have been canceled for tonight; Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Due to weather conditions, tonight's scheduled Board of Education meeting has been postponed. The next meeting will take place on February 13 at the Sackett Center in Glenfield.
There will be no Evening Cosmetology at the Bohlen Technical Center; Tuesday, January 22, 2019.
There is no AM BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center today; Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Are you looking to learn crocheting or feel you need a refresher course? Learn more through our Adult Education program. Visit our website to learn more and to register: https://goo.gl/1yA9ts
Tonight's scheduled Board of Education meeting has been rescheduled for next Wednesday, January 23, 2019.
There is no AM BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center; Wednesday, January 16, 2019.
Get the preparation you need to successfully pass the New York State CDL Class B Driving Test. Our Adult Education program will provide you with state of the art training and individualized instruction: https://goo.gl/VUesa8
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Teacher Aide: https://5il.co/65o0
Learn more about the high-tech world of manufacturing and improve your career opportunities through our Adult Education program. The Machinist course at the Bohlen Technical Center begins its Winter/Spring 2019 semester February 25: https://goo.gl/sdvpv7
The agenda for the January 2019 BOE meeting is now available: https://5il.co/65ls
The minutes for the December 2018 BOE Meeting are now available: https://5il.co/65lt
A thank you to Trooper Michael Wicks from New York State Police Troop D for traveling to Watertown today in wintry weather to give a presentation to students in the Criminal Justice program.
The Adult Education Literacy class scheduled for this evening January 9, 2019 has been cancelled
Learn how to get the most out of Microsoft Office through our Adult Education program. Registration for Winter/Spring 2019 courses is underway: https://goo.gl/yzBwmV
The Cosmetology clinic scheduled for this evening at the Bohlen Technical Center has been canceled.
The Adult Education Literacy Orientation that was scheduled for today has been rescheduled for Wednesday and Thursday this week.
There is NO AM BOCES at the Bohlen Technical Center today; Tuesday, January 8, 2019
Let us help you plan your European dream vacation. The Introduction to Travel Skills course begins on January 16 at the Bohlen Technical Center in Watertown. Visit our website to learn more and to register: https://goo.gl/EzJcbT
Adult Education Winter/Spring 2019 courses begin soon. Learn more about the offerings available: https://goo.gl/zz9gPd
The 2019-20 Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Services Guide is now available: https://goo.gl/QVaD3z
Early Childhood Education Preshool Open House, this Wednesday, December 12. Click here to learn more: https://goo.gl/5GQmys
Bohlen Technical Center is closed; Thursday, December 6, 2018
Early Childhood Ed. Preschool Open House; Wed., December 12. Click here to learn more: https://goo.gl/5GQmys
SkillsUSA members from Bohlen Tech. will be at the Salmon Run Mall this Saturday, December 8 from 5pm-6pm, ringing the bells for the Red Kettle Campaign. Stop by and make a donation.
The Northern ASBO Meeting scheduled for this morning in Watertown has been canceled; November 16, 2018
There is no AM BOCES at the H.G. Sackett Technical Center on Friday, November 16, 2018.
There is No AM BOCES as the Bohlen Technical Center on Friday, November 16, 2018
Winter weather is here. All weather related announcements and closures involving Bohlen Tech, the Sackett Center and our Adult Education programs can be found in the Live Feed section during the season.
ADULT EDUCATION: The TEAS® Exam for Adult Practical Nursing will take place on November 28 3pm-7pm. https://goo.gl/9kZhpx
Due to the huge interest and positive reaction to the CBP Explorer Program, we will be hosting a second open house on Wednesday, November 14 at 6:30 pm https://5il.co/5jbe
Congratulations to students from the 3D Modeling & Design program for taking first place in today's Spaghetti Bridge Challenge at JCC
Find out how to become a U.S. Army Officer and get pait to go to college. Army ROTC Open House November 7. http://5il.co/5btl
The Customs and Border Protection Explorer Program Open House will be Nov. 7. 2018, 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm at BOCES Watertown campus. Students and parents interested in program invited to attend.
Thank you to all who attended last night's open house at the Sackett Center in Glenfield.
Tonight is Open House Night at the Sackett Center in Glenfield!!! 6:30pm-8pm in Glenfield. See all the classrooms, meet the instructors, view student demonstrations and win great prizes with the SkillsUSA scavenger hunt.
Happy Manufacturing Day! High school students from across the region will be visiting local manufacturers today to learn more about career options available locally.
The September Board of Ed. meeting has been moved to Wednesday, September 26 at 6pm. The meeting location will still be in Watertown.
A busy day for Pre-Tech students as they assist in the annual United Way food drive
Adult Education is now accepting registration for their Microsoft Office courses. Beginner and advanced available. Click on link to learn more and to register: https://goo.gl/TS6yN4
New Adult Ed. Course: Introduction to Travel Skills. Learn how to better plan that dream European vacation. Click on the link to learn more and to register https://goo.gl/Ux2KnY
New Adult Education course: Basic Cake Decorating. Learn to decorate like a pro. Click on the link to learn more and to register: https://goo.gl/Uu8Ncu
Please join us for the annual Bohlen Technical Center Open House on Wednesday, September 19, 5:30 pm-7:30pm http://5il.co/4rxd
Afternoon students have arrived to the Sackett Center for the first time. Welcome to BOCES.
The first students for the 2018-19 school year have arrived at the Sackett Center. Welcome back and have a great and successful year.
As students exited their school buses today to start the new year, they were greeted by the smiling face of the brand new principal for the Bohlen Technical Center, Joanne Witt. Welcome to the BOCES family.
This is what we like to see on our campus. Welcome back Bohlen Tech. students
Welcome back to all students, faculty, and staff. Have a great 2018-19 school year.
Have a safe and happy labor day weekend from all of us at BOCES. Enjoy and relax during the final summer days as we look forward to coming together next week to get the new school year rolling #pursuingexcellence
Welcome back to all BOCES staff. Have a great 2018-19 school year.
Welcome to all our new BOCES staff who are taking part in Orientation today. We look forward to working with you all this school year.
ADULT EDUCATION: If you are interested in enrolling in our Practical Nursing Program, TEAS Test dates for September and October have been scheduled. Click on the link to learn more https://bit.ly/2OlQ9lz
This evening, the Board of Education will officially honor 22 BOCES employees who are retiring with the conclusion of the school year. Thank you for your service and best wishes for the future.
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire and Electrical Wiring Instructor for the Sackett Technical Center http://5il.co/3qup
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking Teacher Aides and Teacher Assistants for summer school programs in Watertown and Lowville http://5il.co/3quo
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Job Skills Instructor for Adult Education http://5il.co/3q60
Tonight, we celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of Adult Ed. students who have earned their High School Equivalency diploma. Congratulations to all of you.
Today is the last day for CTE students for the 2017-18 school year. Thanks for your hard work this year and have a great and safe summer.
Certification Courses in Career & Technical Education offered this summer in Canton http://5il.co/3npn
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Gas & Diesel Mechanics Instructor for the Sackett Technical Center http://5il.co/3ne8
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Proctor for the Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Testing Center http://5il.co/3naq
Congratulations to the 2018 inductees of the National Technical Honor Society from Bohlen Tech. and the Sackett Center
HELP WANTED: BOCES is seeking to hire a Culinary Arts Instructor for Glenfield http://5il.co/3k42
HELP WANTED: BOCES is seeking to hire a Gas & Diesel Instructor for Glenfield http://5il.co/3k43
HELP WANTED: BOCES is seeking to hire a Vet Practices Instructor for Glenfield http://5il.co/3k45
HELP WANTED: BOCES is seeking to hire a Vet Practices Instructor (part time) for Watertown http://5il.co/3k44
The two Red Cross blood drives held during the 2017-18 school year at Bohlen Tech. collected 44 units of blood. Thank you for all who donated during the drives. #pursuingexcellence #giveblood
Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day. Thank you for all your hard work and all you do, day in and day out
Registration is underway for our M.A.S.T Summer Camps in Watertown and Glenfield: https://bit.ly/2HC54t7
Welcome back to all students and staff. Hope you had a relaxing and fun April break.
A combined 17 medals won by Sackett Center and Bohlen Tech. students at the 2018 NYS SkillsUSA competition in Syracuse.
Attention prospective Adult Practical Nursing students: Additional TEAS test dates for Watertown have been scheduled for May 9 at 9 am and May 14 at 3 pm. Cost of the exam is $85.
Among the t-shirts on sale at the NYS SkillsUSA competition is this one designed by Bohlen Tech. students #pursuingexcellence
Good luck to Bohlen Tech. and Sacketts Center students taking part in the NYS SKillsUSA competition this week in Syracuse.
We are now accepting nominations for the 2018 Alumni of Distinction Award. Deadline is May 1. Fill out a nominating form online here: https://bit.ly/2DzKG5T.
8th graders from Beaver River visit the Sackett Center and CTE classrooms
Thank you to Culinary Arts at HGS for catering last night's Annual Meeting. The food was excellent as always.
Students at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center had the opportunity to sit in an Army Humvee during a recent visit by the military. #pursuingexcellence
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES has a booth at the Community Resources Fair at the Salmon Run Mall today. Stop by to learn more about CTE, Adult Ed. and employment opportunities #pursuingexcellence
HELP WANTED: Jefferson Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a Principal for the Bohlen Technical Center in Watertown, NY. http://5il.co/33qv
Carpentry students at Bohlen Tech. install drywall on a duplex built by the program #pursuingexcellence
Vet Practices students at the Sackett Center have completed Pro Training CPR and First Aid course #pursuingexcellence
The merits of universal health care is debated by students in New Vision Health at Bohlen Tech. #pursuingexcellence
The sunny weather allows Heavy Equipment students to practice handing some of the different machinery. This student tries to place a bottomless bucket through a pole #pursuingexcellence
Spring has arrived at the Vet Practices program at the Sackett Center as students learn about chicken development. #pursuingexcellence
HELP WANTED: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire a teacher for our Pre-Technical Academy class at the Bohlen Technical Center https://bit.ly/2E2J6sB
A thank you to our education, industry and community partners who volunteered their time this morning in Glenfield as part of our External Review Teams.
Students at the Sackett Center hosted a blood drive on March 23. A total of 33 blood products were collected, enough to save the lives of 88 hospital patients.
We are now accepting nominations for the 2018 Alumni of Distinction Award. Deadline is May 1. Fill out a nominating form online here: https://bit.ly/2DzKG5T.
Help Wanted: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire an Early Childhood Education Instructor for the Howard. G. Sackett Technical Center http://5il.co/2wia
Help Wanted: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire an English Teacher for the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center http://5il.co/2wi9
Help Wanted: Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is seeking to hire an Automotive Technology Instructor for the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center http://5il.co/2wi8
A thank you to our education, industry and community partners for helping the external review of our CTE courses.
Proposed BOCES Capital Project passes 454-27. We thank the community for its support of our students.
Polls are now open for the proposed capital project vote. Polls will remain open until 8 pm tonight http://5il.co/2thf
Vet Practices at the Sackett Center delivers nearly a ton of kitty litter Tuesday to the Lewis County Humane Society as part of a public service project #pursuingexcellence
Capital Project vote is March 7. Click for more info: http://5il.co/2thf
The Sackett Technical Center is closed today due to weather
No AM classes at the Bohlen Technical Center in Watertown
Learn more about the proposed BOCES Capital Project: http://5il.co/2thf
Students of the Adult Practical Nursing program at the Sackett Center recently collected $650 worth of baby formula that was donated to an orphanage in Haiti.
Congratulations to Sackett Center Vet Practices student Ryan Berwick for being the top seller in recent flower sale fundraiser
Sackett Center Merit and Honor Rolls 2nd Quarter http://bit.ly/2DPFpY3
Congratulations to the Sackett Center "Student of the Quarter" recipients http://bit.ly/2nmLl4m
Winter is here. Watch for all weather related closures and announcements here
Welcome to our newest staff members to the CTE Department. Have a great year.
Welcome to the new Career & Technical Education home page. We hope you enjoy the new design.