Looking Back & Looking Ahead
This is a bittersweet time for many of our staff, as we say goodbye to students and another school year. Join me in reflecting on the work of the past year.
Questar III earns 25 national awards
Questar III BOCES received 25 awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) for work completed for local school districts and the BOCES over the past year.
Adult graduates honored
On June 14, 44 adult students were honored for their hard work and dedication at the annual Adult/Continuing Education graduation ceremony at Ichabod Crane High School
Sheriff donates cruiser to REC
Criminal Justice students at REC in Troy got a big donation this week thanks to a collaboration between law enforcement and local business.
Students at CGEC honored
On Tuesday, June 6, students in Career & Technical Education and Career Studies program, as well as Career Academy and Alternative Learning Program were recognized for the efforts during the 2016-2017 school year.
Students present their research
Questar III’s New Visions: Scientific Research & World Health program held its annual Student Poster day at the University at Albany’s Health Sciences Campus in Rensselaer on June 7.
REC holds annual awards night
On May 31st, students at Rensselaer Educational Center were honored at the school’s annual awards night.
Staff Q&A: Rich Hallenbeck
Each month we introduce you to a member of our staff with a brief Q&A. This month, we meet Rich Hallenback. Read on to learn about the unique road that brought him to Questar III and what he loves about his job.
Finding success through perseverance
“You can’t pay attention to what other people say. You’ve got to follow your heart and do what you want to do.” Latisha Raymond grew up in the Bronx, but has lived in Troy for the past 10 years. Lately, she’s been very busy – working at Hawthorne Ridge, raising two...
Using Data to Improve
It is often said “what gets measured, gets done” in our public schools. Today, leaders speak about using data – from student achievement to climate/culture – to improve outcomes. But what are schools measuring and how are they really using the data? Are they using...Recent News
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2025-26 IDEA 611/619 Grant Application and 2025-26 MOE Eligibility SED Guidance
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