Dutchess BOCES

Dutchess BOCES This is Dutchess BOCES' official page. The purpose of this page is to create community. We serve a student base of 48,000 pupils.

Any comments that may be considered defamatory or violate Dutchess BOCES Code of Conduct may be removed at the discretion of Dutchess BOCES. The Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) first came into statewide existence in 1948 by an act of the New York State Legislature. Over the years the number of BOCES statewide rose to 82 in 1958 and then through consolidations dropped to the prese

nt level of 37. Some rural BOCES serve a student base of 8,000 pupils while others exceed 190,000. Dutchess BOCES was organized on May 22, 1957, upon the order of the Commissioner of Education. Through the cooperative efforts of our thirteen component school districts, Dutchess BOCES is able to offer a wide variety of educational programs and support services to children and adults in Dutchess County. Dutchess BOCES is recognized for its premier educational and support services providing quality and cost-effective solutions for our community. We promote an organizational culture fostering collaboration, innovation, efficiency, excellence and leadership that is embraced by BOCES and its community.

Dutchess BOCES is excited to welcome back students for the 2026-27 school year, with updated classrooms, refreshed learn...
09/05/2026

Dutchess BOCES is excited to welcome back students for the 2026-27 school year, with updated classrooms, refreshed learning environments, new staff and more. Staff returned Sept. 2 for the Convocation, kicking off the year. See more at dcboces.org.

Done right, the Community Schools model can bring needed resources to students across Dutchess County and beyond. Recent...
08/27/2026

Done right, the Community Schools model can bring needed resources to students across Dutchess County and beyond. Recently, representatives from the county’s school districts and members of the Poughkeepsie Children’s Cabinet gathered to talk about how the region could become more effective in this work as part of the two-day Transformational Community Schools Community Gathering. See dcboces.org for more information. Hope585 EdRedesign Poughkeepsie Children's Cabinet

Congratulations to the entire Adult Learning Institute Summer HVAC2 class! The entire class is now EPA 608 Certified, ea...
08/27/2026

Congratulations to the entire Adult Learning Institute Summer HVAC2 class! The entire class is now EPA 608 Certified, earning one or more levels, from Universal down to Type I, II, and III. They put in the hours, mastered the regulations, and proved they’re ready to handle refrigerants safely and professionally. The future of the trade is looking bright!

We just wanted to take a moment to thank all of those who follow us and remind everyone of the purpose of our page. The ...
08/17/2026

We just wanted to take a moment to thank all of those who follow us and remind everyone of the purpose of our page. The purpose of this page is to create community. Any comments that may be considered defamatory or violate Dutchess BOCES Code of Conduct may be removed at the discretion of Dutchess BOCES.

Extended School Year students' last day of classes ended with a Big Wave as teachers, staff and members of administratio...
08/14/2026

Extended School Year students' last day of classes ended with a Big Wave as teachers, staff and members of administration waved goodbye to them as they left on the buses for the day. Thanks to everyone for making ESY a great opportunity for our students and we'll see you in the fall.

The Adult Learning Institute is excited to be at Dutchess County’s “Putting Your Skills Back to Work” Older Adults Skill...
08/13/2026

The Adult Learning Institute is excited to be at Dutchess County’s “Putting Your Skills Back to Work” Older Adults Skills Fair today at John Jay High School, 2012 NY-52, Hopewell Junction until 4 p.m. Whether you’re looking to up-skill, volunteer, or find your next career opportunity, we’re here to help. Stop by our booth to chat with Adult Education Coordinator Christine Thomas, and explore all the possibilities available at Dutchess BOCES. Let’s grow together!

Our Summer Scholars program returned for the first time since 2020, bringing students from Dover, Pawling and Wappingers...
08/12/2026

Our Summer Scholars program returned for the first time since 2020, bringing students from Dover, Pawling and Wappingers together at Marist University for 10 days to learn and create civic engagement projects, which they presented publicly. Learn more at dcboces.org

Shared reading during the extended school year helps reinforce reading skills and opens the door for grade-level topic l...
08/11/2026

Shared reading during the extended school year helps reinforce reading skills and opens the door for grade-level topic lessons. Teachers read a chapter or share a picture book, and then present a lesson related to it. For example, Teacher Tracey Smith read part of an entry in the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series and then taught a lesson about bullying and transitioning to high school. Some of her students are transitioning to a new school in September.
Student also spent time last week preparing for this week's virtual Extended School Year Showcase. Learn more at dcboces.org.

Exciting changes are coming to Salt Point Center! We’re creating a fresh, updated learning environment with new lighting...
08/06/2026

Exciting changes are coming to Salt Point Center! We’re creating a fresh, updated learning environment with new lighting and ceilings and a fresh coat of paint in time for the start of school. Plus, there are paving, construction and beautification projects happening across campus. Learn more at dcboces.org.
Thank you to our amazing facilities team and contractors.

Our new Instructional Musical Instrument Service helps districts purchase new instruments and provides training to music...
08/05/2026

Our new Instructional Musical Instrument Service helps districts purchase new instruments and provides training to music educators. The kickoff workshop featured techs from who taught participants how to make quick repairs on instruments so the shows they plan can go on. Learn more at dcboces.org.

Address

5 Boces Road
Poughkeepsie, NY
12601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+18454864800

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