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Special Education
The Rockland BOCES Division of Student Services is the premier provider of special education in the region, delivering innovative instructional programs and supports that meet the individual needs of the student, are developmentally appropriate and strength-based.
Career and Technical Education
Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) offerings combine rigorous academics, innovative technology and collaborative teaching with work-based learning experiences to prepare students for college or immediate entry into the workforce.
Adult Education
Whether you’re interested in launching a new career, learning English as a new language or earning your high school diploma, Rockland Adult and Community Education (RACE) provides adult learners with the employable skills and knowledge to strive and succeed in a competitive workforce.
Hudson Valley P-TECH
A six-year program, Hudson Valley P-TECH offers an integrated high school and college curriculum focusing on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), while also providing workplace skills including leadership, communication and problem-solving.
Mission & Philosophy
We at Rockland BOCES BELIEVE in the intrinsic value of every learner and in our responsibility to help them each realize their dreams.
To honor this, we REAFFIRM our commitment to provide quality leadership and instructional excellence.
Moreover, we ACKNOWLEDGE that we are part of a greater whole and that the collective energy of Rockland County is best reflected in the collaboratives which serve our learning community.
News & Events
Latest News
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The Rockland BOCES Communications Service was honored this summer with 22 awards in the National School Public Relations Association’s (NSPRA) 2024 Publications and Digital Media Excellence Awards, a nationwide competition to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievement in educational communications.
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This spring, Rockland BOCES welcomed two new members to our Student Services Division. Courtney Violetti was named Principal for District-Based Middle School and High School Therapeutic Support Programs. Nicole Nesi was named Assistant Principal at our River View High School
Upcoming Events
Featured Programs
Rockland BOCES delivers a variety of educational programs for learners of all ages. Check out some of our most popular!
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Classes are now open for Fall-Winter 2024-25. Download the catalog and register online.
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Prepare for a rewarding career in the healthcare industry.
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Learn how we're “Building for Excellence" for Rockland County students.
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One-stop employment and training resource for job seekers and local employers.
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This fully-renovated space was created to support KCDC students develop independent living skills.