Annual meeting showcases collaboration through BOCES

OCM BOCES' 2015 Annual Meeting was held on Wednesday, April 1 at the McEvoy Education Campus in Cortland, NY. The meeting gives OCM BOCES the opportunity to educate its 23 component school districts about the high quality services it provides, while fulfilling the legal requirement of providing those districts with information about the BOCES budget, which goes to vote on April 20.

Prior to this year's meeting, attendees were treated to a fabulous gourmet meal and an assortment of delectable desserts prepared and served by Culinary Arts students. Colorful Dr. Seuss-themed centerpieces (pictured left), created by Special Education students, graced each table.

The meeting began with a welcome by OCM BOCES Board of Education President Ann Wright and District Superintendent Jody Manning. Prior to the presentation of the 2015-2016 budget, attendees had the opportunity to view a video about OCM BOCES that showcased component district students, teachers and staff, and an informative presentation regarding the benefit and future of embedded career and technical education programs.

For  details on the OCM BOCES budget process and its 2015-2016 budget, view and download the Initial Budget booklet online.