Dutchess BOCES

When it comes to creating unique ideas, students at Dutchess BOCES’ Career & Technical Institute (CTI) think outside the box, or crayon box.

Dutchess County school districts have elected Bryce Holland to fill the vacant Dutchess BOCES Board of Trustees seat. The second runoff election resulted in Bryce Holland, who represents the Poughkeepsie City School District, elected to fill the seat for a term which began immediately and will end June 30, 2026.

FFA held its 8th annual banquet on May 20, 2025. The National FFA Organization is a nationwide youth organization that cultivates the growth of emerging leaders in the agricultural field. The group focuses on hands-on learning and experiences that prepare students for success in their professional careers.

The Mid-Hudson School Study Council honored CTI teacher Richard Petschko with a Teaching Excellence Award at its annual meeting and awards ceremony in May.

Second and third-grade students at Salt Point Center (SPC) had a blast on May 13, during a visit to the Trevor Zoo in Millbrook and learned plenty about the animals that reside there. The trip was made possible by a grant from Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley.

Security and Law, and high school Nursing Assistant students participated in first responder type exercises led by the New York Army National Guard May 16.

Salt Point Center’s spring book fair is special because it is a buy one, get one free event for the students. It ends today.
As they enter room 110, they are greeted by colorful displays and shelves of books, pens, and related items with something for everyone. Chapter books, picture books, fiction, nonfiction, science activities, magic wands and more are all available for purchase.

Educators from across the county gathered at Dutchess BOCES’ Conference Center on Tuesday, May 13, for the NYSED Statewide: Numeracy Briefs Meeting.

Twenty first year students from Dutchess BOCES’ Career & Technical Institute (CTI) are now members of the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) following an induction ceremony that was held May 1 at the Conference Center.