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 >