Special education responds to new needs

The Centers for Disease Control estimates that 1 in 110 children in the United States have an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – a group of developmental disabilities that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges.

Baldwin provides testimony to economic council

Questar III District Superintendent Dr. James N. Baldwin and Capital Region BOCES District Superintendent Dr. Charles S. Dedrick recently provided written testimony to the Capital Region Economic Development Council (CREDC).

CTE launches three new training programs

High school students in Rensselaer, Columbia and Greene counties are now learning hands-on skills in three new career and technical education (CTE) programs.

Trust could serve as model for purchasing health care

The Legislative Gazette profiles the Rensselaer-Columbia-Greene Health Insurance Trust operated by Questar III. Through the health insurance trust, local school districts have successfully negotiated contract renewals below the national trend for the past five years.

Questar III participates in Back to School Expo

Visitors to Questar III’s booth were able to the skies using Microsoft Flight Simulator, a program that’s inspired thousands of young gamers to pursue real-life flight training.

Adult education programs move

Questar III BOCES moved its adult education programs (formerly based on River Street) to the Rensselaer Educational Center based on 35 Colleen Road in Troy.

Questar III honors new pilots

Questar III and Richmor Aviation recently honored eight recent graduates for earning their private pilot’s license through Questar III’s two-year flight training program at Columbia-Greene Educational Center in Hudson.