Senior Deputy Comissioner Visits

On Wednesday, October 27, New York State Senior Deputy Commissioner John King, Jr., addressed more than 40 area superintendents and principals at the Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES. Dr. King's presentation at BOCES was in order to discuss the New York State Regents Reform Agenda, which includes the following priorities:
Teacher Preparation & Effectiveness　

Curriculum & Professional Development
Assessment

Leadership

Early Childhood

Raising Graduation Rates
Replacing Failing Schools

Building a P-20 Data System

Transforming the State Education Department

During his presentation, Dr. King described the Department's and Board of Regents' vision for college and career readiness for all students. Dr. King was accompanied by Ken Slentz, Associate Commissioner of District Services. Mr. Slentz connected the State's Race To The Top application to the reform agenda.

After their meeting with area superintendents, Dr. King and Mr. Slentz traveled to Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES where they addressed area principals and board of education members.