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.

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.

Participation in esports is growing and students are building critical thinking, strategic planning and communication sk...
08/04/2026

Participation in esports is growing and students are building critical thinking, strategic planning and communication skills while playing. Find out more and learn how your middle school or high school can participate in the 2026-27 school year, visit dcboces.org

A project to bring municipal water to the Dutchess BOCES campus, which has been about five years in the making, has made...
07/28/2026

A project to bring municipal water to the Dutchess BOCES campus, which has been about five years in the making, has made significant progress over the past six months, with completion expected this fall! Read more on our website www.dcboces.org

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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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