Growing up, David O’Neil was fascinated by the old car that his grandparents had and dreamed of driving it on the road one day. His involvement in BOCES Career Tech might make that dream a reality. David, a senior from General Brown Central School, is currently enrolled in the Automotive Technology program at the Bohlen Technical Center. Shortly after the... READ MORE >
The Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center in Watertown, NY recently held its annual awards ceremony virtually for graduating seniors that make up the Class of 2021. A total of 317 students were recognized for their accomplishments in the following programs: Architecture, Engineering & 3D Design; Auto Body; Automotive Technology; Building Projects; Carpentry;... READ MORE >
The Howard G. Sackett Technical Center in Glenfield, NY recently held its annual awards ceremony virtually for graduating seniors that make up the Class of 2021. A total of 146 students were recognized for their accomplishments in the fields of: Auto Body; Automotive Technology; Building Projects; Carpentry; Cosmetology; Criminal Justice; Culinary Arts-Cooking;... READ MORE >
During each marking period, the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recognizes students for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above with three or fewer... READ MORE >
Nineteen students from the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center, Glenfield have been inducted into the National Technical Honor Society for the 2020-21 school year. A virtual ceremony was held this year to honor the inductees. That ceremony can be viewed on-demand at www.boces.tv The goal of National Technical Honor Society is to recognize students for their... READ MORE >
Seventy-eight students from the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center in Watertown have been inducted into the National Technical Honor Society for the 2020-21 school year. A virtual ceremony was held this year to honor the inductees. That ceremony can be viewed at www.boces.tv The goal of the National Technical Honor Society is to recognize students for... READ MORE >
The Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES (BOCES) and Jefferson Community College (JCC) leadership teams are pleased to announce an exciting new articulation agreement that will provide a faster and cost-effective pathway for students in the region to earn a business degree. Students at the BOCES technical centers in Jefferson and Lewis Counties who... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Mr. Christopher Clapper, Administrator in Support of Libraries Award winner for the 20-21 school year! He is pictured above with librarian Denise Haddock presenting the award. When the current, unprecedented school year approached, Mr. Clapper saw the importance of revitalizing the Alexandria Central School Library to meet modern needs and to... READ MORE >
Students in the region now have increased access to fiction eBooks and audio books through their school libraries thanks to the Jefferson-Lewis BOCES School Library System and the North Country Library System. The new partnership utilizes the reading app Sora, which has been available to students in the Jefferson-Lewis BOCES region since January 2021. Sora... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recommends a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter.” These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. In... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center recommend a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter”. These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. ... READ MORE >
During each marking period, the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recognizes students for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above with three or fewer... READ MORE >
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES recently celebrated the accomplishments of the newest graduates of the Adult Practical Nursing program with a commencement ceremony held January 29, 2021 at our Watertown campus. Nine graduates from Jefferson and St. Lawrence Counties make up this latest class. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center recommend a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter”. These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. ... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recommends a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter.” These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. In... READ MORE >
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is inviting local students, parents, community members, business partners and more to visit our two technical centers as part of a Career Tech Virtual Open House that is now available online via www.boces.tv. This virtual, on-demand event will allow viewers to learn more about the various Career & Technical Education programs that are... READ MORE >
During each marking period, the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recognizes students for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above with three or fewer... READ MORE >
A BOCES graduate has been named by NNY Business Magazine as an emerging leader in the community. Melanie Saber, a 2005 graduate of Carthage Central School, has been named to the “20 Under 40” list. Saber is currently the director of the Behavioral Health and Wellness Center for Transitional Living Services of Northern New York, a position she has held since... READ MORE >
Students in the Pre-Tech Academy at the Bohlen Technical Center spent the holiday season learning the spirit of giving and community services, partnering with several local organizations in the Stockings for Seniors project. Filling the stockings with donated items has become a holiday tradition for the BOCES program, which is open to high school sophomores in... READ MORE >
Two Career & Technical Education students from South Jefferson Central School are organizing a food donation drive to help out their District’s Backpack Program and spread some much needed holiday cheer. This is the second consecutive year that Anthony Naccari and Jonathan Russell helped organize the “Stuff the Truck” campaign, along with the South Jefferson... READ MORE >
Congratulations to Mrs. Jennifer Premo, Superintendent of Carthage Central School, for being named the 2020 Administrator in Support of Libraries Award winner. While we were not able to have our traditional Administrative Breakfast event this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mrs. Premo certainly deserves recognition. The School Library System applauds the... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recommends a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter.” These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. In... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center recommend a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter”. These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. ... READ MORE >
Students throughout the North Country had the opportunity to take part in a unique virtual learning experience during the second week of November as Jefferson-Lewis BOCES held its annual Connected Learning Week. This was the sixth year that Jefferson-Lewis BOCES held the week-long event. School districts from Jefferson, Lewis, and Herkimer Counties... READ MORE >
During each marking period, the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recognizes students for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above with three or fewer... READ MORE >
Pictured above: Alex Denehy ('19, South Jefferson)The first phase of the Jefferson-Lewis BOCES capital project led to an alumni reunion during the summer of 2020. This was not your average class reunion. There was little time to relax and reminisce. These alumni were ready to get to work. The focus over the summer was modernizing the electrical utilities of... READ MORE >
The Howard G. Sackett Technical Center in Glenfield, NY recently held its annual awards ceremony virtually for graduating seniors that make up the Class of 2020. Approximately 140 students were recognized for their accomplishments in the fields of: Auto Body; Automotive Technology; Building Projects; Carpentry; Cosmetology; Criminal Justice; Culinary Arts Baking... READ MORE >
The Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center in Watertown, NY recently held its annual awards ceremony virtually for graduating seniors that make up the Class of 2020. Approximately 383 students were recognized for their accomplishments in the fields of: 3D Modeling & Design; Auto Body; Automotive Technology; Building Projects; Carpentry; Cosmetology; Criminal... READ MORE >
Forty-seven BOCES students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society at the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center in Watertown for the 2019-2020 school year. The goal of the National Technical Honor Society is to recognize students for their knowledge, skill, citizenship, honesty, responsibility, leadership, scholarship and service in their... READ MORE >
We want to extend our congratulations to the Lewis County ACES program Class of 2020! Great job this year and we will miss seeing you next year. Christian Farrington, South Lewis Central School Caitlyn Kelly, Adirondack Central School Marshall Kristoff, South Lewis Central School READ MORE >
Fourteen BOCES students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center in Glenfield for the 2019-2020 school year. The goal of the National Technical Honor Society is to recognize students for their knowledge, skill, citizenship, honesty, responsibility, leadership, scholarship and service in their technical... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recommends a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter”. These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. Each... READ MORE >
We want to extend our congratulations to the Jefferson County ACES program Class of 2020! Scroll down to learn more about each graduate. John Ashwood- General Brown Central School DistrictJohn’s plans after graduation are to secure a stable job and begin to create a life for himself. Everyone in the building, including his best friend Nurse Rennia, will sorely... READ MORE >
Nearly two dozen local high school seniors have demonstrated their proficiency in communicating through a second language and have earned the New York State Seal of Biliteracy. The New York State Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB) recognizes high school graduates who have attained and can demonstrate a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and... READ MORE >
Just because you are social distancing and home more doesn’t mean that you have to go without some tasty treats. A senior Culinary Arts student is using her baking talents to brighten the days of others during the COVID-19 pandemic. Kennedie Mushtare’s love of baking began at age 9, making sugar cookies with her grandmother. Her family loves... READ MORE >
In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, community organizations throughout the North Country have come together using the tools they have to assist medical personnel who are working to save lives. Area school districts and Jefferson-Lewis BOCES are joining in those efforts. The Jefferson County ACES Gymnasium at the Watertown campus has become an assembly... READ MORE >
During each marking period, the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recognizes students for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above with three or fewer... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recommends a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter”. These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. In... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center recommends a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter.” These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class.... READ MORE >
During each marking period, the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recognizes students for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above with three or fewer... READ MORE >
Students and faculty of the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recently had the opportunity to make a difference by donating blood to the American Red Cross. It was part of a biannual community service project organized by the New Vision Health program in Lewis County. The blood drive occurred on November 18, 2019. New Vision students spent the weeks leading... READ MORE >
When Andrew Hansen first entered high school, he didn’t see himself going to college. Now in his senior year, the Visual Communications student from Alexandria Central has been accepted to Cazenovia College with dreams of becoming a Graphic Designer. “I visited the campus recently and I liked it,” says Andrew, who also earned an $80,000, four year... READ MORE >
A BOCES student at the Bohlen Technical Center will be able to continue pursuing her dreams of a career in law enforcement following her graduation from high school. Hayley Wood-Ruttan, a senior from Watertown High School, recently learned that she has been accepted at Utica College. She is currently enrolled in the Criminal Justice program at... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recommend a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter”. These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class. In... READ MORE >
During each quarter of the school year, the faculty at the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center recommends a student from their program for the honor of “Student of the Quarter.” These nominations are based on one or more of the following criteria: high academic achievement, great effort, great citizenship, vast improvement or positive influence on the class.... READ MORE >
During each marking period, the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center recognizes students for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above with three or fewer... READ MORE >
A sweet surprise greeted participants in this year’s BOCES M.A.S.T. (Manufacturing Academy of Science and Technology) Summer Camp in Lowville: maple syrup would be a key component in the problem they would be tasked with solving. This marked the third year that this summer camp has been held in Lewis County. Students ages 11-14 were invited to... READ MORE >
Middle school students in Jefferson County were presented with another fun opportunity this summer as Jefferson-Lewis BOCES hosted its fourth annual M.A.S.T. (Manufacturing Academy of Science and Technology) Summer Camp in Watertown. This year also saw the return of the New York State Zoo at Thompson Park as a camp partner. The camp took place July 8-19 and... READ MORE >
A recent graduate of the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center was a medal winner in the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference held in late June in Louisville, KY. Andrew Kirkwood competed against other students from around the nation June 24-28, finishing with a third place bronze medal in the Electrical Construction Wiring category. Andrew ... READ MORE >
During each marking period, Howard G. Sackett Technical Center students are recognized for their academic achievement with certificates for merit and honor roll. To qualify for merit roll, a student needs to earn an average of 88 – 91 with three or fewer absences. To qualify for honor roll, a student needs to earn an average of 92 or above and also have... READ MORE >
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES will be hosting the North Country Schools Job Fair at our Administrative Building, on Monday, August 5, 2019 from 9:00 am- 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. Taking part in the job fair will be the Watertown City School District, Carthage Central School District, Indian River Central School District, the Children’s Home of Jefferson County,... READ MORE >
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is proud to announce the winners of the 2019 Alumni of Distinction Awards. They are Tim Titus and Nancy Szijarto. Tim Titus is a 1988 graduate of Thousand Islands Central School and the Architecture and Design (now known as 3D Modling & Design) program at the Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center. Following his high school... READ MORE >
The Howard G. Sackett Technical Center held its annual Award Day Ceremony for graduating seniors at South Lewis High School on June 13, 2019. The following awards were handed out to the students listed below. BOCES Professional Association (BPA) Award: Cierra Cannan (New Vision Health, Lowville), Alyssa Hamburg (New Vision Health, Lowville), Micha... READ MORE >
The Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center held its annual Award Day Ceremony for graduating seniors at the Dulles State Office Building in Watertown on June 14, 2019. The following awards were handed out to the students listed below. Black River Council of School Superintendents: Xandria Smith (New Vision Health, Watertown) Thomas Excavating,... READ MORE >
Eleven local high school seniors have demonstrated their proficiency in communicating in a second language and have earned the New York State Seal of Biliteracy following a program that was held May 22, 2019 at Jefferson-Lewis BOCES. The New York State Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB) recognizes high school graduates who have attained and can demonstrate a high... READ MORE >
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is pleased to announce that the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Explorer Program will be offered at our Watertown campus beginning on December 4, 2018 and is open to area young men and women who are interested in a career in the law enforcement field. An Open House on the program will take place on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 from 6:30... READ MORE >
With many local school districts seeing an increase in the number of students and families seeking mental health services, Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES and the Ft. Drum Regional Health Planning Organization partnered together to hold the first ever Mental Health Symposium on July 24 and 25 in Alexandria Bay, NY. The catalyst behind the... READ MORE >
Voters within the Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES district on Wednesday approved a proposed capital project by a tally of 454-27. The district would like to thank all those who came out to vote and gave their support to the proposal. “We deeply appreciate the community’s strong support for our proposed capital project. This will make a world... READ MORE >
On March 7, 2018, Jefferson-Lewis BOCES will be holding a vote on a proposed capital project. Please click here for more information. READ MORE >