* Administers the museum and science center. Permanent and traveling exhibits of local history and STEM topics at the Museum and Science Center Public star shows, giant-screen films, and laser light shows at the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium 900-acre environmental education facility at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center, Naples, NY. Genesee Community Charter School grades K-6 School break week and summer day Curiosity Camps for ages 3-15

Students who have traditionally experienced difficulties in their home school often need a new and different learning environment to be successful. At the Cortland Alternative School, students in grades 9-12 are placed into small family groups that meet weekly to focus on team building, problem-solving, and building self-esteem. In addition, each student meets regularly with his or her family group leader to work on individual goals and monitor progress in the program. Rigorous academics are stressed through project-based learning opportunities that incorporate problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration and communications skills. The goal of the program is to produce high school graduates who are college and career ready and will become productive, contributing members of their communities.

Provides an alternative programs for students in 9th through 12th grades.

Provides formal instruction for students in Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Provides formal instruction for students in 9th through 12th grades. Specialized topics include curriculum with a focus on automotive technology, biotechnology, computer engineering, culinary arts, media, and robotics.

Operates Kindergarten through 5th grade classes, with an enriched instructional curriculum with emphasis on the Humanities (Sociology, Economics, Jurisprudence, Philosophy, and Historic Perspective through literature), the Arts (Visual Dance and Theater), and Foreign Languages (French, Spanish and Mandarin).

Provides alternative high school diploma program for students who have withdrawn from the traditional educational system.

Refers to a specific pedagogy supported by the online digital learning environment Brightspace. Through this environment, instructors engage with students, provide learning activities and materials, and conduct assessments. Student can expect to find engagement, activities and assessment, provided by their instructors, to fully participate in the course. Distance education is an attractive option for individuals who need flexibility and are self-motivated and can work independently. There is no difference in what you are expected to learn; it is the modality delivery that is different. The different types of online education courses include: Online (ONLINE) – engagement and instruction is provided by the professor through Brightspace the college’s learning management system, and students interact with faculty, other students and content working on their own time while adhering to course deadlines; Hybrid/Blended –Instructors meet with students in a classroom on one of the campus locations and the balance of the instruction takes place in Brightspace; or the instructor meets with students in a virtual classroom i.e. Zoom and the balance of the instruction takes place in Brightspace. Ergo, this is a blended format. Blended meetings may be weekly, monthly, or a specific number of times per semester as dictated by an instructor but meeting dates must be clearly advertised in the Banner course schedule and displayed in the course outline; Combined Online 50% Online and 50% online in real time; Real Time Online recreates a classroom experience with your instructor and other class members using live virtual instruction (Zoom) on scheduled days and times; and HyFlex – Simultaneously, some students attend on-campus and some students attend online in real time while all are enrolled in the same course. Call for detailed information regarding, system requirements, course offerings, registration and more.

Serves high school juniors and seniors with rigorous and relevant learning in specific technical fields. Our broad array of programs are designed to meet the needs of component districts, students and our local workforce. We prescribe to continuous improvement, with a focus on improving student outcomes, meeting or exceeding New York State Education Department standards, offering career and technical courses that are New York State Education Department approved, and utilizing research and best practices related to our student needs. Courses are offered in: Animal Science; Art. Design and Visual Communications; Audio Production; Auto Body Repair and Car Customizing; Automotive Technology; Aviation/Professional Pilot Training; Barbering; Carpentry/Residential Construction and Home Improvement; Certified Personal Training; Clinical Medical Assisting; Computer Science and App Development; Computer Technology and Repair; Cosmetology; Culinary Arts/Restaurant Operations Management; Dental Chairside Assisting; Early Childhood Education; Electrical Trade and Alternative Energy; Fashion Merchandising and Design; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Law Enforcement; Marine/Motorsports Technology; Nurse Assisting; Physical Therapy Aide; Plumbing and Heating; Practical Nursing; Professional Photography/Digital Photography; Television, Video and Digital Film Production; Welding/Metal Fabrication and Work Based learning. Call for more detailed information.

Serves high school juniors and seniors with rigorous and relevant learning in specific technical fields. Our broad array of programs are designed to meet the needs of component districts, students and our local workforce. We prescribe to continuous improvement, with a focus on improving student outcomes, meeting or exceeding New York State Education Department standards, offering career and technical courses that are New York State Education Department approved, and utilizing research and best practices related to our student needs. Courses are offered in: Animal Science; Art. Design and Visual Communications; Audio Production; Auto Body Repair and Car Customizing; Automotive Technology; Aviation/Professional Pilot Training; Barbering; Carpentry/Residential Construction and Home Improvement; Certified Personal Training; Clinical Medical Assisting; Computer Science and App Development; Computer Technology and Repair; Cosmetology; Culinary Arts/Restaurant Operations Management; Dental Chairside Assisting; Early Childhood Education; Electrical Trade and Alternative Energy; Fashion Merchandising and Design; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC); Law Enforcement; Marine/Motorsports Technology; Nurse Assisting; Physical Therapy Aide; Plumbing and Heating; Practical Nursing; Professional Photography/Digital Photography; Television, Video and Digital Film Production; Welding/Metal Fabrication and Work Based learning. Call for more detailed information.

Operates 9th through 12 grades classes with an alternative education curriculum for students who struggle in the traditional classroom setting.

Provides an alternative curriculum which utilizes various educational formats to help students with learning disabilities, due to environmental or developmental issues, succeed in school. Students are also given other help which they may need with the contributing factors to their disabilities, such as social workers, various therapies, etc.

Provides home study program and referral service to qualified therapist upon completion of program. Group meetings and/or telephone help line. Adult study program for 6th grade reading level and Youth Educational Shoplifting program for 5th grade reading level. Services provided to youth from 10 years old.

Operates Kindergarten through 5th grade classes, with an enriched instructional curriculum with emphasis on Science, Math, and Technology by use of a fully equipped Science Lab, Greenhouse and Nature Study Pond, Library Media Center, Computer Lab and a Digital Multi-Media Production Center.

Offers training in the fields of Appearance, Business, Culinary, Construction, Engineering, Health Careers, and Security Careers. Alternative education for high school students also available.

Offer courses for those interested in completing a high school diploma, we offer a wide selection of classes. Classroom instruction includes Mathematical Reasoning, Language Arts (writing and reading for content), Social Studies and Science. All levels and grades are available through a highly personalized program of study. Wilson Tech offers: Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes and High School Equivalency (GED) preparation classes. Call (631) 667-6000 x327 to schedule an intake appointment. After your appointment with a counselor, you will be placed in a class that best suits your academic needs. Classes are offered at various locations.

Offers a program that is designed to provide HR practitioners with the necessary knowledge to make informed management and policy decisions. Certificate credits may also be used to fulfill requirements in either the Master of Science in Human Resource Management or Master of Arts in Liberal Studies program offered through the School of Professional Development, or the Master of Business Administration offered through the College of Business. (Be advised that not all courses count for both programs. Students should compare the degree and certificate requirements prior to enrolling.) This certificate program consists of five 3-credit courses. Call for more detailed information.

Provides students with a nontraditional, alternative education environment, which maximizes personal strengths while focusing on individual learning styles. The Academy is committed to the academic, emotional, and social growth of each student, utilizing a team approach in a small group environment. The Academy encourages responsible, independent thinking, recognizes diversity, and respects the individual needs of students. Call for detailed information.

Provides academically talented, motivated high school students who are between their junior & senior years the opportunity to engage in hands-on research in science, math or engineering at the Stony Brook University. Simons Fellows work with distinguished faculty mentors, learn laboratory techniques and tools, become part of active research teams and experience life at a research university. The Simons Summer Research program now attracts applicants from all across the country to the Stony Brook campus: Simons Fellows are matched with Stony Brook faculty mentors, join a research group or team, and assume responsibility for a project. The Simons Fellows conclude their apprenticeship by producing a written research abstract and a research poster. In addition to learning valuable techniques and experiencing life at a major research university, Simons Fellows attend weekly faculty research talks and participate in special workshops, tours and events. At the closing poster symposium, students are presented with a stipend award. The Simons Summer Research Program is supported by the Simons Foundation. Call for more detailed information and application guidelines.

Meets the unique learning needs of students who are emotionally, behaviorally, or developmentally disabled to a mild/moderate degree through three distinct programs on a closed campus. The Nassau Education and Treatment (NET) Program which is a collaborative effort between Nassau BOCES, Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Hospital (Phase I) and North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center (Phase II). This meets the therapeutic, medical and learning needs for students diagnosed with various psychiatric disorders. The instructional program is aligned to the New York State Learning Standards and addresses students' cognitive levels and learning styles. Students are given the opportunity to: Earn a New York State Regents diploma or other state approved high school diploma and earn college credits through a partnership with S.U.N.Y Farmingdale State College. The Modified High School Program is designed to meet the learning and behavioral needs of students with varying abilities. The curriculum balances transitional and prevocational skills training, functional academics and New York State Learning standards. The instruction is aligned to the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) standards and leads to a Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC). The Life Skills Enrichment Program, offers a daily living skills curriculum with a functional academic base to develop job readiness skills. The instruction is aligned with the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential (SACC). Students participate in non-paid internships at public and non-profit facilities and agencies, such as supermarkets, offices, parks and small businesses supervised by Nassau BOCES staff and on-site personnel to learn a variety of entry level skills. CCA’s behavior support program encourages positive choices, recognizes student achievement and supports the school mission to provide specially designed instruction to meet the social-emotional, academic, behavioral and transitional needs of students. Through a collaborative process among students, staff, families, school districts and outside agencies, CCA maintains a safe and supportive learning community enabling students to become productive, functional and independent members of society.

Provides a hospital program located at South Oaks in Amityville which offers an educational program for hospitalized adolescents. Both disabled and non-disabled students can enroll in this program. Close contact is established initially with each child's home school guidance counselor to identify the level of instruction needed. The education program at South Oaks, consisting of basic high school subjects in English, social studies, mathematics and science, and is considered an integral part of the treatment program by hospital administration. The educational staff works in partnership with doctors, nurses and psychologists to facilitate comprehensive treatment. Call for more detailed information.

Offers enhanced learning sessions for homeschooled students on various topics. Each session is split up into four classes, meeting once per week for three hours. Parents are provided with lesson plans and other paperwork to be included in the student’s homeschooling portfolio. Lunch is provided during each meeting.

Provides Special and Career & Technical Education to eligible students. The Carrier Educational Center is also home to the Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES administrative offices. Presently offers 7 Career & Technical Education Programs: Cosmetology Criminal Justice Culinary Arts Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Information Technology/Computer Systems Natural Resources: Aquaponics Small Animal Science