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At a Glance

+$19,000 Nationally, CTE grads make $19k more per year than college grads with associates degrees.
75% Nationally, three out of four CTE students continue on to college.
31 School districts are served in Washington, Saratoga, Warren, Hamilton, and Essex Counties.
20 CTE offers more than 20 programs

The Future of Career Success Starts Here

Combining academic programs with real hands-on learning, Career and Technical Education (CTE) provides its students with many different paths to the future. Some go on to college, others go right into a career. All have started to achieve the occupational and 21st Century skills so important in building a successful life and career.

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News & Announcements

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WSWHE BOCES Annual Meeting Showcases Student Talent and Real-World Skills

WSWHE BOCES welcomed trustees and members of component school district boards of education for its annual meeting on April 1, 2026, highlighting student achievement and the strength of its programs through hands-on contributions across the organization.

Three students on stacked podium of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place

Skills in Action: WSWHE BOCES Students Earn Regional Recognition from SkillsUSA

On March 18, 2026, Career and Technical Education (CTE) students from the F. Donald Myers Education Center and Southern Adirondack Education Center at WSWHE BOCES competed in the New York State SkillsUSA Area 3 Regional Competition.

Women in Trades

Celebrating Women in Trades

March is International Women's Month and we are celebrating Women in the Trades. Throughout the month, WSWHE BOCES will be highlighting current students and opportunities available to prospective students in the trades.

CTE Works students at photo booth

CTE Works! 2025 Connects Students to Career Pathways Across the Region

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, WSWHE BOCES, in partnership with Saratoga County, hosted CTE Works! 2025, a one-day interactive career exploration event at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

ECCA leadership lunch

Education Leaders Gather for Early College Career Academy Leadership Luncheon

Administrators and school counselors from local school districts gathered Monday, December 1, 2025, at SUNY Adirondack for the Early College Career Academy Leadership Luncheon.

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Featured Programs

Automotive Technology

A two-year program based on the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) model for Maintenance and Light Repair.

HVAC-R

A two-year program aligned with the most current HVAC-R Excellence modules relevant for this geographic area and industry needs and trends.

Horticulture, Landscaping & Floral Design

A two-year program aligns with the NYS Nursery & Landscape Association.

Construction Trades

A two-year program based on the Residential Construction Academy Series.

Industrial & Performance Machining

A two-year program based on the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) standards and related curriculum.

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