2012-13 CVES Annual Report - Champlain Valley Educational ...

Table of Contents 

Component Districts ............1 

CVES Board of Education ...2 

CVES Administration ..........3 

Brief History of CVES ..........4 

Instructional Services Center 

Highlights ..............................5 

CV-TEC Highlights ..............7 

Special Education 

Highlights ..............................9 

Goals & Objectives ....... 11-32

Component School Superintendents 

School Board Presidents 

Mr. Paul Savage Mr. Scott Amo Mr. John Fairchild 

Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools 

AuSable Valley Central School Beekmantown Central School Chazy Central Rural School 

1273 Route 9N 37 Eagle Way 609 Miner Farm Road 

Clintonville, NY 12924 West Chazy, NY 12992 Chazy, NY 12921 

Phone Number: 834-2845 Phone Number: 563-8250 Phone Number: 846-7135 

Board President: Scott Bombard Board President: Debbie Passno Board President: Rosemary Souza-Botten 

Mrs. Shari Brannock Mr. Scott Osborne Mrs. Cynthia Ford-Johnston 

Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools Interim Superintendent of Schools 

Crown Point Central School Elizabethtown-Lewis Central Keene Central School 

P.O. Box 35 P.O. Box 158 P.O. Box 67 

Crown Point, NY 12928 Elizabethtown, NY 12932 Keene Valley, NY 12943 

Phone Number: 597-4200 Phone Number: 873-6371 Phone Number: 576-4555 

Board President: Michael St. Pierre Board President: Brett Sicola Board President: Teresa Cheetham-Palen 

Mr. William Larrow Mr. Gerald Blair Mrs. Laura Marlow 

Superintendent of Schools Interim Superintendent of Schools Superintendent of Schools 

Moriah Central School Northeastern Clinton Central Northern Adirondack Central 

39 Viking Lane 103 Route 276 P.O. Box 164 

Port Henry, NY 12974 Champlain, NY 12919 Ellenburg Depot, NY 12935 


Board President: Charles French Board President: Donna Boumil Board President: Paul Gilmore 

Dr. Patrick Brimstein Mr. James Short Mr. Matthew Boucher 


Peru Central School Plattsburgh City Schools Putnam Central School 

P.O. Box 68 49 Broad Street RFD 1 

Peru, NY 12972 Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Putnam Station, NY 12861 


Board President: Donna LaRocque Board President: Leisa Boise Board President: Richard Wilson 

Mr. Kenneth Cringle Mrs. Bonnie Finnerty Mr. John McDonald 


Saranac Central School Schroon Lake Central School Ticonderoga Central School 

P.O. Box 8 P.O. Box 338 5 Calkins Place 

Saranac, NY 12981 Schroon Lake, NY 12870 Ticonderoga, NY 12883 

Phone Number: 565-5600 Phone Number: 532-7164 Phone Number: 585-7400 Ext. 1135 

Board President: Tracy Allen-Waite Board President: John Armstrong Board President: Fred LaVallie 

Dr. John Gallagher 

Mr. Stephen Broadwell 

Superintendent of Schools 

Superintendent of Schools 

Westport Central School 

Willsboro Central School 

25 Sisco Street P.O. Box 180 

Westport, NY 12993 Willsboro, NY 12996 

Phone Number: 962-8244 Phone Number: 963-4456 

Board President: Alice LaRock Board President: Craig Jackson August 2013 

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CVES 

Board of Education 

2013-14 

Mr. Larry Barcomb, President 

Chazy Central Rural School 

Mr. Michael St. Pierre, Vice President 

Crown Point Central School 

Mr. Christopher Belair 

Northern Adirondack Central School 

Mrs. Leisa Boise 

Plattsburgh City Schools 

Mr. Bryan Garvey 

Willsboro Central School 

Mr. Evan Glading 

Ticonderoga Central School 

Mrs. Linda Gonyo-Horne 

Northeastern Clinton Central School 

Mr. William Haseltine 

Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School 

Mr. Richard Malaney 

Putnam Central School 

Mr. Ed Marin 

Beekmantown Central School 

Mr. James Martineau 

AuSable Valley Central School 

Dear Colleagues: 

The 2012-13 Annual Report is more than merely a list 

of accomplishments, though there are many we have 

shared in this document. It is the culmination of a year 

of hard work, and a chance to examine the fruits of 

our labor. As evidenced in this report, the CVES 

faculty, staff, administration, and, especially, the 

students have reason to be proud of their 

accomplishments. 

As the cover indicates, at CVES, we strive to excel and 

are continually updating our methods to address the 

21st Century skills our students need, and employers 

demand. Students thrive through the professionalism 

displayed by CVES faculty and staff who work as a 

team to foster academic growth and enhance career 

training. Finally, it is the mission of the entire CVES 

family to ensure the success of each and every student 

enrolled in our programs. 

Change is inevitable, and CVES is experiencing a 

changing of the guard. Our District Superintendent 

and CV-TEC Director are retiring after many years of 

exemplary service. We look forward to another 

successful year in 2013-14 under new leadership. 

On behalf of the CVES Board of Education, I am 

pleased to present the 2012-13 CVES Annual Report. 

Sincerely yours, 

Mr. Thomas McCabe 

Keene Central School 

Mr. Bruce Murdock 

Schroon Lake Central School 

Larry Barcomb 

CVES Board President 

Mrs. Sue Reaser 

Westport Central School 

Mrs. Lori Saunders 

Saranac Central School 

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Dear Friends and Colleagues: 

As I look back over my 15 years at CVES, I do so with 

gratitude as I have been allowed to work as the 

District Superintendent. CVES provides quality, costeffective 

programs and services that support school 

districts and their communities, in conjunction with 

CVES employees, component districts, and the State 

Education Department. I am honored that I had the 

opportunity to be involved. 

There comes a time in everyone’s career when they 

must honor the past and prepare for the future. Thus, 

I am retiring as of August 1, 2013. In my opinion, 

much has been accomplished during our time together, 

however, so much more needs to be done. With 

this in mind, it is my pleasure and honor to turn over 

the position to Mark Davey, who will be replacing me. 

I wish Mark the very best. 

Sincerely, 

Craig L. King 

District Superintendent 

Our Mission 

CVES, in partnership with local school districts 

and their communities, the Board of 

Regents, and the Commissioner of Education, 

will be a leader in providing quality, 

cost-effective programs and services that 

support school districts and their communities 

to achieve higher standards through 

enhanced educational opportunities. 

Our Vision 

To meet the needs and expectations of our 

component schools, communities and all 

learners who are affected by our services. 

Public Non-Discrimination Notice: 

Clinton-Essex-Warren-Washington BOCES a/k/a/ Champlain Valley Educational Services (CVES) hereby advises students, parents, employees and the general public 

that it offers educational and employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, creed or religion, marital status, age, gender preference or 

disability. Students shall not be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subject to unlawful discrimination under any program or 

activity. Inquiries regarding this nondiscrimination policy may be directed to: 

James McCartney – Title IX Compliance Officer 

Roxanne Pombrio – Section 504 Compliance Officer 

Cathy Snow – Title IX Compliance Officer 

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1585 Military Turnpike P.O. Box 455, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 

P.O. Box 455, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 Phone: 518-561-0100 Ext. 299 

Phone: 518-561-0100 Ext. 236 

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A Brief History of CVES 

In 1948, the New York State Legislature, along with the 

State Education Department, concluded that establishing 

an entity where school districts could share services that 

they individually offered would be more efficient and cost 

effective for the entire state of New York. 

As a result, legislation was passed that created cooperative 

boards of education, otherwise known as BOCES. BOCES 

assists districts by offering career and technical education 

and special education services to their students, along 

with providing professional development for faculty and 

staff. BOCES also offers adult education courses to help 

residents and employers meet their goals. Communities, 

schools, businesses, and industries all benefit by the services 

a BOCES provides. 

In 1949, the Clinton-Essex-Warren-Washington Board 

of Cooperative Educational Services, now referred to 

as Champlain Valley Educational Services (CVES), was 

formed to help improve both the equity and cost effectiveness 

of educational services in the North Country. CVES 

has three campuses, two located in Plattsburgh and one in 

Mineville. 

CVES is dedicated to providing the programs and services 

that open pathways to success for students, adults and 

school districts by encouraging shared programming. In 

doing so, CVES enables all of its component school districts 

to offer students learning opportunities that otherwise 

may not be affordable. Shared CVES services also increase 

the capacity of our region to serve the special needs 

of students and communities, and provide equity of access 

for small, medium and large school districts. 

CVES provides regional solutions for common educational 

problems in a cost-effective manner while maintaining 

high-quality standards. CVES programs and services are 

constantly evolving in order to offer support and training 

to address emerging issues, new requirements and technologies. 

CVES prides itself on providing high-quality, yet costeffective 

resources. Every year, adults take CVES courses 

to train for new jobs, pursue their interests and hobbies 

and to simply enrich their lives. The partnerships with 

business, higher education and agencies create a positive 

momentum and benefit every resident in the area. 

CVES provides many and varied opportunities to our 

schools and communities through three program divisions: 

Career and Technical Education (CTE), Instructional 

Services and Special Education. 

Our Beliefs 

• Continuing to refine and improve services 

will make them exemplary. 

• Responding to the changing needs and 

expectations of our schools and communities 

will result in the delivery of 

appropriate services. 

• Quality leadership will assist our 

schools and communities in their efforts 

to meet their goals. 

• We can provide high-quality programs 

and services that are cost effective. 

• Enabling our schools and communities 

to utilize technology will enhance 

student achievement. 

• Fiscal responsibility maximizes the application 

of resources that will benefit 

the component districts. 

• Recognizing faculty and staff for their 

accomplishments will result in improved 

student performance. 

• Providing an appropriate environment 

for our employees and all our learners 

will enhance their performance. 

• Special Education students receiving 

quality instruction within an appropriate 

environment will maximize their 

potential. 

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Highlights 


Communities of One, Safe Schools/Healthy Students Project led by ISC 

In the summer of 2008, CVES was awarded 4.3 million 

dollars as part of the federal Safe Schools/Healthy Students 

(SSHS) initiative. The Instructional Services Center housed 

the administration of our Communities of One, SSHS 

Project, and we have spent five years working with area 

schools and community partners to improve school safety, 

minimize drug use, and strengthen the mental health of our 

students and their families. 

Through an interdisciplinary partnership and collaboration, 

we have developed professional relationships that promote 

a collective consciousness across the disciplines. These 

relationships have led to streamlined processes to improve 

communication resulting in a regional approach to school 

safety, prevention, and mental health services that benefit 

students and increase academic achievement. 

The Coalition for Safe Schools provided school 

administrators the opportunity to collaborate with law 

enforcement, probation, mental health, OES, and education professionals, as well as district attorneys and local legislators. 

Our mission is to collectively impact school safety and make sure all schools have equal access to safety resources available 

in our area. 

Highlights include: 

A School Safety Resource Guide 

School Safety Inspections 

Active Shooter Drills 

The Task Force Against Bullying was established in 2011 to address the growing concern over bullying in our schools and 

communities. 

Our purpose is to build awareness, 

collect local data, and provide 

resources that impact regional 

bullying prevention efforts. 

Highlights include: 

Anti-harassment school policy 

template 

Bullying Prevention Workshop 

ISAB Awards (I Stand Against 

Bullying) student video contest 

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Schools developed school climate 

initiatives in each building to promote 

positive relationships and a culture of 

respect and acceptance. School climate 

initiatives assist schools in meeting 

requirements of the Dignity for All 

Students Act. 

As part of a regional training plan, 

key professionals participated in trainthe-trainer 

workshops resulting in 

them becoming lead trainers for our 

region. This plan provides the option 

for schools to receive ongoing school 

climate training and support at an 

affordable cost. 

Family Resource Centers were 

established in schools that provide 

weekly parent-child play groups, 

developmental screening, and parenting 

education. 

Prevention partners work with schools to deliver researchbased 

programs such as Families and Schools Together, and 

Adventure-based Learning. 

A community model for providing school-based mental 

health services to students was developed. State licensed 

satellite-clinics are now available to all schools at no cost to 

districts. Services include: emotional screening, assessment, 

and clinic service. 

Benefits of this service include: 

Less time out of classroom to travel to appointments; 

Shorter wait time to begin services compared to 

applying for services within the community; and 

Better communication between school and mental health 

providers. 

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Highlights 

CV-TEC 

CV-TEC and ISC Team Up to Create Two New DVDs to Promote CTE Programs Available 

Through the Mineville and Plattsburgh Campuses 

During the past year, CV-TEC updated the DVDs that the Guidance Office plays for sophomores during its tour of 

component district high schools. In fact, due to the new and revised programs and opportunities available through CV-TEC, 

a completely new set of videos was warranted. 

This year, CV-TEC enlisted the services of ISC to shoot and edit two videos which highlight the CTE programs in Mineville 

and in Plattsburgh on separate DVDs. In addition to being played for potential CTE students, copies were given to each 

Counseling Department in component high schools and posted on YouTube. 

Now that a standard video format has been established (and is under the direct control of CVES), the DVDs can be updated 

yearly at minimal cost, as programs grow and technology changes. 

Each year from this point forward, potential students and employers will be able to see that CV-TEC is up-to-date with its 

training methods, facilities, and technology. 

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Our Students- Past & Present… 

Did You Know... 

CV-TEC 

CV-TEC for 21st Century Skills! 

www.cves.org (518) 536-7344 

Construction Trades Program 

Brett Guerin 

Class of 2012 

"When I started at CV-TEC I had little knowledge regarding the 

construction field. I have become more knowledgeable about roofing, 

finishing work, and framing. Having this knowledge base has helped me 

decide what my future career will be." 

Brett Guerin, SUNY Delhi Student Majoring in Carpentry & Building Trades 

Call for Catalogue or Visit: www.cves.org/cvtec 

Call: 561-0100 x 240 (Main); 536-7344 (Satellite); 492-9961 (Mineville); 561-0430 x 3088 (OneWorkSource) 

Over the past five years 100% of the graduates from the Construction Trades Program have 

gone on to Post-secondary education or employment 


Testimonials Shared With the Public To 

Help Keep Parents, Students and Businesses 

Aware of CV-TEC Opportunities 

The CV-TEC Advisory Council recommended that 

CV-TEC develop a more extensive plan for utilizing 

testimonials in our public information plan. 

New testimonials have been published and posted on a 

monthly basis in order to reach as many people in the 

community as possible. Emphasis has been placed on 

the development of 21st Century Skills along with career 

and post-secondary opportunities. 

CV-TEC 

CV-TEC for 21st Century Skills! 

www.cves.org (518) 536-7344 

Allied Health Program 

CV-TEC Graduates, Class of 2010 


“CV- TEC helped me be prepared for 

nursing school… CV-TEC prepared me 

for the tough program I am now in and 

I am very thankful I entered Allied 

Health almost 5 years ago.” 

Kelly Day, Clinton Community College, RN 

Program) 

“I feel that CV-TEC…really did cover 

the basics of nursing and critical 

thinking skills… it gave me a 

Kelly Day Jennefer LePore 

jumpstart on my career and I feel that I would have never made it this far 

in a short amount of time without attending CV-TEC.” 

Jennefer LePore, Clinton Community College, RN Program) 

Call for Catalogue or Visit: www.cves.org/cvtec 

Call: 561-0100 x 240 (Main); 536-7344 (Satellite); 492-9961 (Mineville); 561-0430 x 3088 (OneWorkSource) 


Did You Know... 

96% of the 2011 graduates from the Allied Health Program are employed or 

continuing their education. 

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Highlights 


WAF Special Education Open House 

On May 8, 2013, the Special Education Division held an 

open house for the students, parents, community members, 

school districts, board members 

and staff. 

It was a huge success bringing 

about 225 people to the 

WAF campus. Participants 

came and enjoyed a spaghetti 

dinner and culinary 

delights, visited classroom 

and therapy spaces featuring 

student work, and 

enjoyed a fantastic art show 

in the gymnasium. 

Our nursing staff also provided 

free blood pressure 

screenings and other health 

information. This successful 

community outreach is now 

an annual event. 

All staff and administration were very pleased with all the 

support from the families and the community. 

PBIS 

The Special Education Division continues to move forward 

with Positive Behavior Supports for students with disabilities. 

On March 22nd, there was a full staff development day. 

Jim McDougal presented to staff members positive behavior 

strategies, the importance of following Functional Behavioral 

Assessments/Behavioral Intervention Plans, and providing 

a therapeutic learning environment for all students with 

disabilities. The content consisted of proactive strategies for 

classroom management with quality instructional practices. 

Ed Sarzynski presented an overview and reminder to staff 

members on New York State regulations regarding the use 

of physical interventions. 

These trainings supported previous trainings Joe Otter, the 

Behavioral Specialist from RSE-TASC completed for all our 

Special Education staff. The information both presenters 

focused on will be added to the “red binder of behavior 

procedures and guidelines” the Special Education Division 

staff developed during and after the focused review from 

the State Education Department. These trainings are just 

one more step in the continuation of appropriate practice 

for addressing students with behaviors. 

The Special Education Division had a very productive 

school year with Positive Behavior Supports for students 

with disabilities. 

• Throughout the school buildings, the Be Safe, Be 

Responsible, Be Respectful behavior management 

approach continued to be reinforced. All school areas 

continue to have posters that support this approach, 

with specific posters for the cafeteria, hallway, playground 

and classroom defining how to Be Safe, Respectful, 

and Responsible in all of these school areas. 

• This school-wide movement of PBIS continues to be 

successful and positively promoted by the committee. 

Some of the activities completed this year for PBIS 

included awards for positive behavior, Bull-Dog pride 

slips to honor students and staff, and movie tickets 

for attendance. The PBIS Committee facilitated great 

strides in our positive supports initiative and it continues 

to move forward. Many themed based projects and 

activities can be seen throughout the campuses which 

involve both staff and students. Some examples from 

this year are: farmer day, hat day, superhero day, and 

Hawaiian day. 

• On October 29, we had a student luncheon as part of 

our PBIS three bees activity. (Be safe, responsible and 

respectful) Teachers chose a student for the month that 

followed the bees. The students were highlighted by 

administration and their teachers in recognition of their 

academic progress as well as following the school bees. 

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• Some classrooms in the Special Education Division as 

part of our school/home connection building for positive 

supports have started to implement a monthly 

newsletter. This is used as one of the many tools in 

developing and supporting active communication 

with our families. 

• To continue supporting our Positive Behavior Support 

process, on October 4, our first annual PBIS 

parent kick off occurred. Research shows parental 

involvement is a critical part of the success of positive 

behavior supports implementation. Activities for the 

kick off included classroom visits and a school tour 

led by students. All students were given information 

in the beginning of the school year to take home to 

their parents. We are looking forward to continued 

support from our parents in the positive school initiative. 

• Joe Otter trained some CVES Special Education staff 

and various school district staff members on how to 

write Funcational Behavior Assessments and Behavior 

Intervention Plans on two separate dates. 

The first was September 28, 2012, the second being 

June 18, 2013. Mr. Otter focused on the development 

and documents required for students who exhibit 

behavior management difficulties. The goal was to 

ensure that faculty and staff members are writing 

quality FBA/BIP documents that positively support 

students based upon their management needs. 

Mr. Otter offered insight and training on the Positive 

Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), components 

of which are necessary in quality FBA/BIP documents. This training was well received by staff and we are looking 

forward to possible future trainings Mr. Otter may bring us next school year. 

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GOAL 1 

CVES will assist our component schools in their efforts to have 

all students meet and exceed State standards. 


Professional development was offered to component 

school district administrators, faculty, and staff members, 

both regionally and within our component school districts 

throughout the 2012-13 school year. Most of our professional 

development offerings focused on the three Race to the Top 

(RTTT) Deliverables: Common Core, Data Driven Instruction 

and Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR). 

Through the analysis of student assessment data at the 

school building and district levels, professional development 

was offered that provided school district personnel 

with instructional strategies, content knowledge around the 

NYS Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS), researchbased 

programs, and comprehensive planning. 

The professional development opportunities support school 

districts implementing CCLS for ELA and mathematics 

and help them meet State expectations for Race to the Top 

and No Child Left Behind (NCLB) accountability. Ongoing 

analysis of data by School Based Inquiry Teams (SBITs), 

in conjunction with input from school district personnel 

and Instructional Services Center (ISC) facilitators/training 

specialists, occurred and appropriate professional development 

was determined and provided. ISC’s professional 

development offerings continue to be fiscally responsible 

and comprehensive. 

Professional development offerings during the 2012-13 

school year included: 

• APPR for Teachers and Building Principals/Supervisors 

• APPR Overview 

• Child Abuse Workshop 

• CVES Regional Spelling Bee 

• DASA Coordinator Training 

• District & School Comprehensive Education Planning 

• Elementary / MS / HS Principals’ Meetings 

• Gearing Up Common Core Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 

II 

• HS/MS LOTE Exam Development Training 

• Instructional Skills Level I 

• Lexile Framework for Reading 

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention 

• NYS Alternate Assessment Training for Teachers 

• OLWEUS Bullying Prevention Program 

• Powerschool Training 

• RTTT Calibration Training 

• RTTT Common Core ELA Overviews 

• RTTT Common Core Math Overviews 

• RTTT Network Team Liaisons’ Meetings 

• RTTT OASYS Training 

• RTTT P-12 Curriculum Council 

• RTTT Principal Evaluator Training 

• RTTT School-Based Inquiry Teams 

• RTTT Teacher Evaluator Training 

• Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) 

• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training (Train the 

Trainer) 

• Training for Administrators 

• SLO Development Training for Teachers 

• Violence Prevention Workshop 

• 6 + 1 Traits of Writing 

The Instructional Services Center reinforced the six shifts 

for ELA (Balancing Informational and Literary Text, Building 

Knowledge in the Disciplines, Staircase of Complexity, 

Text-Based Answers, Writing from Sources, and Academic 

Vocabulary)and the six shifts for mathematics (Focus, Coherence, 

Fluency, Deep Understanding, Applications, and 

Dual Intensity). 

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ISC continues to assist our schools on improving student 

achievement through customized comprehensive planning. 

Facilitators from ISC meet regularly with district professional 

development teams, data teams, and planning committees 

to assist with a variety of plans required by SED (i.e., 

Professional Development Plans, School Quality Reviews, 

Health and Wellness Plans, Local Assistance Plans, Annual 

Professional Performance Review, Performance Improvement 

Plans and Comprehensive District Educational Plans). 

During the development of the plans, professional development 

needs are identified based upon goals and objectives 

within the plans. 

Regional scoring for the New York State Grades 3-8 ELA and 

mathematics assessments took place at ISC and the West 

Side Ballroom between April 24 and May 7, 2013. During 

that time, 8,549 ELA student papers and 8,457 mathematics 

student papers from twenty districts were received, 

randomized, scored, and Scantron sheets forwarded to the 

Northeastern Regional Information Center (NERIC) by the 

required deadlines. 

This was the second year tests were secure, requiring extra 

safety measures to ensure the security of the items. The 

teacher evaluations were very complimentary of the system 

CVES has developed to make sure the entire process runs 

smoothly. We were able to meet all deadlines on a very tight 

timeline and all went as planned due to the dedication and 

perseverance of everyone involved in the process. 

The CVES Network Team (Teri Calabrese-Gray, Jane Landry, 

Bonnie Berry, Terri Cioppa, Cheryl Dodds, Bonnie Gregware, 

Jodi LaRock, Cheryl Pray, and Joanne Whitney) serve as the 

network team to all 17 of our component districts. Professional 

development for Network Teams focused on P-12 

implementation of the CCLS, School-based Inquiry Teams, 

and Teacher/Principal Evaluator Training. The design of the 

professional development ensures the continuous building 

of the capacity of district personnel over time to create 

sustainability of the RTTT and the 

Regents Reform Initiatives. 

Jane Landry continued efforts to assist 

districts in meeting NYSED and 

NCLB accountability requirements. 

Data teams established within districts 

met regularly to analyze and 

interpret student achievement and 

other data in order to develop plans 

to ensure the district, buildings, and 

students meet accountability standards 

in all required areas. This ongoing 

analysis is critical as it allows for 

early identification of potential areas 

in need of improvement and allows 

teams to work collaboratively to address 

areas of concern. 

These planning sessions provide an opportunity for the 

CVES Planning and Assessment Coordinator to update 

school personnel on SED and NCLB mandates specific to 

school accountability. The training coordinator also facilitates 

quarterly Data Council meetings during which the 

chief information officer for each school district and other 

appropriate school personnel meet to ensure that their 

school district’s data are correctly entered within the mandated 

timelines. 

The training coordinator updates the members of the Data 

Council with school accountability and/or curriculum updates 

as they relate to data. The training coordinator assists 

districts with any questions or concerns that arise as they 

work through the Data Warehouse system updates and requirements. 

This year there continues to be many updates to 

the Data Warehouse that reflect the Regents Reform Agenda. 

Jane continues to support districts on their ongoing efforts to 

accurately report all data and meet all reporting deadlines. 

Jeff Sisson, Health, Safety, Risk Management Specialist, 

completed 22 annual Right to Know/Blood-Borne Pathogen 

Refreshers during the 2012–13 school year. Each year, in 

addition to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration 

and New York State Department of Labor requirements, 

Jeff focuses on one or two “special” topics that are a concern 

within our component districts. 

This year he chose to focus on workplace stress. Three local 

experts helped school employees to: recognize that stress 

exists in our workplace, learn about the effects of stress upon 

the body systems, and learn specific tools and techniques to 

reduce the negative stressors that we experience in our lives. 

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CV-TEC 

CV-TEC has successfully assisted our component school 

districts in their efforts to meet and exceed state standards 

through participation in NYS specific educational programs, 

workshops, informational Chief School Officer meetings, 

advisory boards and Principals Group meetings. CV-TEC 

continues to utilize a school-wide progress report for the 

purposes of reporting student progress to parents, the component 

districts, and/or adult sponsoring agencies. 

CV-TEC regularly communicates with districts to monitor 

student progress and ascertain that instructional strategies 

and necessary services are provided to assist students in 

meeting or exceeding state standards as follows: 

• Ongoing promotion of CV-TEC’s online high school 

courses and programming (Fall 2012), Co-Ser 411; 

Promotion of new online provider: Advanced Academics, 

Inc. (AAI). Collaborated in finalizing AAI-CV-TEC 

contract. 

• Collaborated with 

component districts 

to solicit online 

students and district 

mentors. Worked 

to implement a 

new data entry 

process. Districts 

to date include 

Saranac CSD and 

Elizabethtown-Lewis 

CSD. 

• Authored and 

distributed revised 

version of Chief 

Information Officer 

(CIO) job description 

and Student Information 

Repository System (SIRS) Data Team document. 

Prepared to work with team members to solicit, manage, 

and report SIRS information. 

• Assisted Dr. Mack and AAI Representatives (Shawn 

Ward and Chris Cook) in the presentation of the AAI 

program to principals during the September 27, 2012 

Principals’ meeting. 

• Regular meetings were held with FAA Representative Al 

Miller. Collaborated with Al Miller during the month of 

September, including administration of “oral and practical” 

exams administered to first PAI graduate. 

• Collaborated with administrative team to make new 

CV-TEC assessment system available to all faculty members. 

• Colleen Lafountain attended the Technology Centers 

That Work (TCTW) Professional Development Conference 

in July. 

• TCTW Professional Development staff were provided 

information regarding the national webinar opportunities. 

• Arrangements are being made for a sequential ELA 

Common Core State Standards (CCSS) training in the 

Spring of 2013 through a TCTW customized webinar 

professional development opportunity. 

• Mike Drew, Colleen Lafountain, Kelly Lareau, and Jeremy 

Youngmann attended the TCTW Forum. The professional 

development opportunities were outstanding. 

Faculty gained insight into new methods of teaching. 

Collaboration with colleagues (both CV-TEC and other 

BOCES) occurred, and everyone gained a sense of how 

advanced many of the CV-TEC procedures and curriculum 

are. We are looking 

forward to implementing 

some of the methods 

that were demonstrated 

through the TCTW CCSS 

webinar training customized 

for CV-TEC during 

the Spring semester. 

• The opportunity to 

present at the national 

TCTW Summer Conference 

highlighting our 

Portfolio/ TRW curriculum 

has arisen with 

a request from Dr. Gene 

Bottoms, Senior Vice- 

President. 

• The TCTW Literacy 

CCSS Webinar Session 

One was conducted on March 21st and was very successful. 

The TCTW personnel are very impressed with 

the quality of assignments that CV-TEC faculty submitted 

(homework). 

• The Academic Coordinator has been invited to join the 

THRIVE Human Capital team. 

• The Academic Coordinator has been invited to join the 

P-12 Curriculum Council. 

• In compliance with NYSED APPR requirements, course 

codes for the academic pull-out classes are being reviewed 

by Academic Services Department (ASD) faculty 

for accuracy. The information will be submitted to the 

CIO for the SIRS report. 

• The ASD Coordinator and Student Services Counselor 

met with Mr. Ryan and Lora Parks-Recore on April 30th 

to discuss the new Job Target Program offerings for 

2013-2014. 

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Staff and administration of the Special Education Division 

continued participation in the Regional Data Council to ensure 

all information specific to the NYS assessment process 

was provided to both CVES staff members and school districts. 

We worked collaboratively to ensure that the district 

students attending CVES special education classes had their 

assessment scores and demographic data correctly entered 

into the Data Warehouse system. The CVES curriculum 

coordinator worked with school district representatives to 

ensure that the collection of assessment results for students 

in CVES programs was efficient, and each school district 

representative received notification by letter whenever their 

students participated in any of the New York State Assessments. 

CVES teachers will continue to use this necessary information 

to prepare our students for the Spring 2014 NYS Grades 

3-8 Assessments which will focus on the Common Core 

Learning Standards. 

During the 2012-2013 school year, the members of the School 

Based Inquiry Team (SBIT) from William A. Fritz focused on 

the identification of an appropriate interim assessment for 

the students in their programs. The team has decided that 

multiple assessments are needed because the population is 

so unique. Assessments will be selected based upon programs 

and student populations. The team has identified the 

need for a data-base that lists all students, the IEP goals and 

connects the academic goals to the Common Core Learning 

CVES Special Education teachers participated in relevant 

professional development opportunities that were offered 

monthly in the special education division. The topics included 

the Math and ELA Shifts, Common Core Standards 

for writing, APPR topics such as SLOs, interim assessments, 

evidence binders, the TED document and lesson plan. Also 

a few sessions focused on the CDOS skills, student exit summaries, 

information on the skills and achievement credential, 

and the certificate of Career Development. 

In specific to students with disabilities, the staff was provided 

with two sessions on Specially Designed Instruction and 

Explicit Instruction. These practices ensure that students are 

working on content aligned with the content of their grade 

level peers. It allows the students to make connections to experiences, 

engage in active and authentic learning and allow 

for frequent feedback. (G. Swalnick) 

On March 27, 2013, Lora Parks Recore, our local RSE-TASC 

trainer provided all professional staff information on specially 

designed instruction. This is part of NYS Regulation: 

section 200.1 (vv). This form of instruction addresses the 

unique needs that result from the student’s disability, and 

ensures access of the student to the general curriculum. This 

allows the student with a disability to potentially meet the 

educational standards that apply to all students. Explicit 

instruction is systematic. The instruction focuses on critical 

content, lessons are organized and focused, and complex 

skills and strategies are broken down into smaller easy to 

obtain instructional units. The Special Education Division 

recognizes the necessity and obligation to adapt instruction 

for all of our learners utilizing teaching strategies and learning 

strategies. “Taken together,…teaching and learning strategies 

can greatly improve learning outcomes for students 

entering the classroom with different learning styles and 

abilities.” 

Standards. The team has a list of assessments the teachers 

can use four times a year to measure student progress in the 

data base. The team felt it was necessary to make this database 

editable so additional assessments could be added as 

the classroom teacher felt as necessary. The data-base is being 

built and the concept was shared with the staff. The plan 

is for teachers to begin full implementation of this program 

in the Fall of 2013. 

Scoring of the 2012-13 NYS Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) 

for students with severe disabilities in grades 3-11 occurred 

in March 2013. Teachers from component school districts 

and CVES participated in a full-day of scoring training 

at ISC and then participated in a full day of scoring the 

NYSAA documents from the component school districts. 

The training ensured that anyone scoring this assessment 

was aware of the new NYSAA regulations, and assisted 

districts with submission of the results to NYSED. On an 

annual basis, NYSAA regulations are disseminated to our 

component school districts, and all relevant school district 

and CVES employees are trained. 

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The Career Pathways teachers continued to implement 

the ELA and Math curriculum components for students 

who attend the full-day Careers program. In order to assist 

districts with assessment requirements at the high school 

level, a more intensive focus on English Language Arts and 

mathematic skills occurred. The students who attended the 

full-day Careers program had an academic segment embedded 

into their day, supplementing their Life Skills and Work 

Experience components. Our Careers teachers have also 

offered technical academic support to those students who 

attend CV-TEC for half the day with a focus on 21st century 

skills. 

The academic 8:1:1 high school level continued to use a bell 

schedule that parallels the approach used in our component 

school districts. Students rotated within the cluster to 

receive their core academic subjects. Electives were offered 

on a limited basis to assist students earning credits for 

graduation. Additional credit-bearing electives continue 

to be researched, and additional course modules are to be 

developed. Students taking the Regents and RCTs from the 

Academic program continue to show improvement in their 

performance results due to the rigor of the programs. 

GOAL 2 

Continue to develop, maintain, and nurture collaborative 

relationships among educational institutions, our community, local 

agencies and businesses in order to ensure the highest level of student 

achievement. 


The 2013 CVES Regional Spelling Bee took place on March 

1, 2013, at Moriah Central School. The winners included: 

Grand Champion & Grade 8 Champion: Nicholas Manfred, 

Moriah Jr./Sr. High School 

Grade 4 Champion – Lillian Huchro, Moriah Central School 

Grade 5 Champion – Madeline Cochran, Moriah Central 

School 

Grade 6 Champion – Donald Seymour, Northeastern Clinton 

Central School 

Grade 7 Champion – Dana Klein, Willsboro Central School 

1st Runner-Up: Saana Teittinen-Gordon, Plattsburgh City 

Schools 

Each grade level winner, the first runner-up and the grand 

champion received trophies. In addition to the trophy, the 

first runner-up also received a Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate 

Dictionary. In addition to a trophy, the grand champion 

received: a Samuel Louis Sugarman Award Certificate; 

a Merriam-Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, 

Unabridged; a one-year subscription to Encyclopedia 

Britannica Online. Nicholas Manfred, our Grand Champion 

represented the region at the Scripps National Spelling Bee 

in Washington D.C. on May 29 and 30, 2013. 

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The Communities of One Safe Schools/Healthy Students 

Project worked directly with 5 school districts and indirectly 

with all schools in Clinton and Essex Counties including city 

and private schools. Over the past five years of this grant, 

school and community partners have worked collaboratively 

to improve school safety, minimize substance abuse, 

and strengthen the mental health of our students and their 

families. 

The Coalition for Safe Schools was established in 2011 to improve 

school safety. Collaboration among law enforcement, 

emergency services, probation, mental health, and education 

professionals focuses on school crisis response planning and 

prevention. Schools receive annual safety inspections and 

emergency plan support. New York State Police conduct 

live shooter drills in coordination with county offices of 

emergency services and school staff. 

The coalition worked diligently to construct a School Safety 

Resource Guide listing available local resources and prevention 

information to assist schools in school safety planning. 

To ensure all schools had equal access to school planning 

resources, a guide was provided to every school in Clinton 

and Essex Counties. An electronic version is available online 

at: http://safeschools.cves.org/partnersplace.htm. 

As school climate 

can be directly 

linked to school 

safety, the Task 

Force Against 

Bullying was 

formed in January 

2012. This multidisciplinary 

team’s 

mission is to build 

awareness and 

support bullying 

prevention. The Task Force meets monthly and has been 

coordinated by the SSHS project administrator. Events are 

planned to reach out to parents, students, and professionals. 

Two student competitions are sponsored by the Task Force 

Against Bullying each year: a student placemat contest and 

a student video contest. The placemat contest was held for 

the first time in 2012-13. Winning placemats portraying an 

anti-bullying message were provided to area restaurants. 

CV-TEC 

CV-TEC continues to develop, maintain and nurture collaborate 

relationships among educational institutions, our 

community, local agencies and businesses in order to ensure 

the highest level of student achievement. During the 2012- 

13 school year, CV-TEC hosted hundreds of middle school 

students from component schools for career exposure to 

Career and Technical Education (CTE). This continues to 

be a successful undertaking that is lauded by local guidance 

counselors, instructors, and students as a beneficial 

We also held our second annual ISAB (I Stand Against Bullying) 

Awards - showcasing winning student videos on the 

elementary, middle, and high school levels. 

Winning students ride in a limousine to the Cumberland 

12 Cinemas where they receive red carpet treatment, watch 

their video on the big screen, and receive an ISAB Award. 

The Task Force also holds a bullying prevention workshop 

each fall for area educators, parents, and students. The Task 

Force has developed bullying surveys, an anti-harassment 

policy template and other materials to assist schools in their 

bullying prevention efforts. 

A regional training plan supports ongoing training and 

support of school climate initiatives including bullying 

prevention, DASA, and the RTI Model. Trainers are available 

locally to provide professional development in: PBIS, 

Olweus Bullying Prevention, Developmental Asset Builders, 

Eric Jensen’s Teaching with the Brain in Mind, and Applied 

Control Theory. 

We also offer a variety of social and emotional learning 

programs. Family Resource Centers offer developmental 

screening, weekly playgroups, and parenting education 

classes. Adventure-Based Learning is an experiential learning 

afterschool program. FAST-Families and Schools Together- 

offer families an opportunity to build relationships 

and individual success. 

Finally, school-based mental health clinics are available to 

all schools with a need for this service. Clinics provide an 

opportunity for students to receive services on-site at school. 

Benefits of this service include: less time out of class, less 

transportation costs for families, and increased access to 

services. There are no direct costs to schools offering this 

service. 

Partnerships with community businesses and organizations 

such as the Press-Republican, Cumberland 12 Cinemas, 

Price Chopper, Bazzano’s, Sam’s Club, Buck Supply and Distribution, 

West Side Ballroom, Boyea’s Deli, and the SUNY 

Plattsburgh College Auxiliary Services have enabled ISC to 

provide resources and materials to component district staff 

and other school community members during workshops 

and other events sponsored by ISC. We are grateful for their 

sponsorship and look forward to continuing these partnerships 

throughout the 2013-14 school year. 

introduction to the courses and career training opportunities 

available at CV-TEC. In a separate venture, CV-TEC hosted 

guidance counselors from component districts to distribute 

enrollment packets for the 2012-13 academic year. Updates 

on program changes were presented as well as updates to 

CV-TEC’s academic enrollment process. 

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In addition, during the 2012-13 school year, CV-TEC students 

and faculty: 

• Collaborated with CVPH to provide training to CVPH 

employees through Adult Ed programming (Phlebotomy 

and EKG). 

• Invited all CV-TEC business partners, agencies, and 

component districts to the August FedEx donation 

ceremony. 

• Provided a tour of the Satellite Campus for PSU graduate 

education students. 

• Continued ongoing collaboration with 

International Paper, Inc. regarding machining 

training of employees. A follow up was 

conducted with Rodney Brown regarding 

ways CV-TEC might collaborate in promoting 

the PIA. Collaborated with Cathy Snow, 

CCC, and other business partners in developing 

an Assembly Industry: Manufacturing 

& Education (AIME) VIII training program, 

which CV-TEC would provide instruction 

in precision measurement and blueprint 

reading. 

• Continued collaboration with FedEx regarding 

acquiring an Airbus A-310 wide body 

aircraft. 

• Continued collaboration in delivering an 

AIME IX training program. Secured new precision 

measurement and blueprint reading curricula for program. 

• Provided regularly scheduled and unscheduled tours 

of the Satellite Campus for prospective students and 

visitors. 

• Ongoing communication, consultations and meetings 

continued with FAA through Representative, Al Miller. 

Met with Mr. Miller on 3/28/13. 

• Met with Beekmantown CSD Administrator, Joha Batton, 

on 4/11/13 for a campus tour and for collaboration 

on Precision Measurement and Blueprint Reading Curricula. 

• Collaborated with County Administrator, Rodney 

Brown, regarding use of facilities, grant collaboration, 

and management of grounds. 

• Scheduled meetings with/tours for Plattsburgh State 

University Education Students. 

• Periodic meetings were held with Plattsburgh International 

Airport Manager Chris Kreig regarding expanding 

services and career pathways for CV-TEC graduates. 

• Collaborated with Lake Champlain Transportation 

(LCT) regarding provision of CDL Class B licensing 

instruction. 

• Collaborated with Complete Learning Solutions to provide 

12 Verizon employees with CDL Class A Training. 

• Collaboration with Fujitsu to provide driving instruction 

to Fujitsu employees. 

• Prepared for 2013 “Dozer Days.” Solicited programs/ 

representatives from CV-TEC (Aviation Tech, Welding, 

Small Engines, Conservation, Heavy Equipment). 

• New CAP coursework opportunities are being pursued 

for Economics and/or in the Digital Art and Design 

program. 

• At least 15 Allied Health graduates this year will receive 

CCC credit for coursework. 

• Dena Tedford and Colleen Lafountain met with Rita 

Ward-Slater, CCC Health Studies Certificate Instructor 

on November 8th to discuss additional partnership 

activities. 

• The ASD Coordinator, Auto Collision, Auto Tech and 

Science instructors visited Canton for a tour and collaboration 

meeting. 

• CCC faculty, along with four students (CV-TEC graduates), 

visited the Allied Health program on December 

17th. Allied Health seniors attended CCC on December 

18th to take a placement exam. 

• The Computer Information Science Assistant Professor 

visited the Graphic Design and Digital Art & Design 

programs to meet with students and faculty. We anticipate 

an articulation agreement. 

• Lincoln Tech representatives visited CV-TEC on February 

13th and provided a written, signed articulation 

agreement for several CTE programs including: Auto 

Collision, Auto Tech, Electrical Design, Heavy Equipment, 

Small Engines, and Welding. 

• US Army collaboration: we are discussing possible 

articulation for Allied Health, Automotive, Aviation, 

Carpentry, Heavy Equipment, Hospitality, LPN, Surgery 

Tech, and Welding. 

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• The CV-TEC Electrical Design instructor hosted CCC 

Electronics and Wind Technology instructors on March 

14th. An April visit to CCC is being planned. 

• The ASD Coordinator collaborated with CCC, Beekmantown, 

and Peru personnel in regards to the WIA 

In-School Youth grant proposal. Unfortunately, the 

proposal was not funded. 

• The Student Services Coordinator: 

• attended DASA coordinator training at ISC. 

• Presented to School Counseling Class at SUNY 

Plattsburgh on students with disabilities. 

• Met with Office Manager at Plattsburgh Animal Hospital 

to develop partnership. Plattsburgh Animal Hospital 

will participate in ASVA program advisory committee, 

speak to classes, and offer internship opportunities 

which will assist in training students and may lead to 

employment. 

• Collaborated with ACCES-VR counselors to meet the 

needs of adult students with disabilities attending 

CV-TEC programs. 

• Continued to work on gathering/developing information 

for Standard 3 COE crate. 

• Continued to work on finalizing program binders for 

printing and distribution. 

• Ongoing monitoring of students participating in work 

experience. 

• We continue to communicate with home school districts 

regarding student performance and programming needs 

to have students achieve. On October 17, the Universal 

Technical Institute visited and did student presentations 

about their post-high school programs for auto tech, 

heavy equipment, and auto collision programs. October 

19, Ohio Technical College and University of North 

western Ohio did presentations for the above classes, as 

well. September 27th toured building with NYSERDA 

President. 

• Worked with Sheriffs’ Department to accept surplus 

vehicles for use in our security and law enforcement 

programs at both campuses. 

• Communicated with community agencies to assist with 

handicap ramp in Building Trades program. 

• We continue to work with community partners to 

develop programs to meet the needs of students, most 

recently working with local realtor to accept donation of 

wooden boat for building trades. Will be visiting Beekmantown 

District to investigate collaborative relationship 

to develop Certified Personal trainer program. 

• On Tuesday November 13, 2012, the Animal Science 

and Veterinary Assisting classes attended two lectures 

in Burlington, Vermont at the University of Vermont 

that was given by Temple Grandin, a doctor of animal 

science/professor at Colorado State University. The first 

lecture was based on Dr. Grandin’s research on humane 

livestock handling and animal behavior. The second 

lecture was entitled: “Autism and My Sensory Based 

World.” 

• Continued to work with community agencies, most 

recently providing a tour to Deputy Sheriff Todd of the 

CV-TEC main campus where he was able to observe our 

facilities and operations, as well as interact with staff 

and students. 

• Recently accepted donation of 3 Sheriffs’ Department 

vehicles, one of which is being refurbished for use in our 

Security and Law Enforcement program. 

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The Career Pathways Work Experience Program maintained 

the many work sites available to students within the Careers 

program. The opportunities to experience varied work 

settings were available to our students, with experience 

sites from which to choose for their work rotations. These 

sites were available to them throughout the school year and 

students received job experiences based on capability and 

interest. The sites continued to encompass a wide range of 

different career opportunities including retail, food service, 

warehousing, and jobs within adult health care facilities. Job 

coaches assist the students at their work sites. They assist 

with students moving from highly supported work settings 

to those sites where no support is needed, based upon the 

individual student’s level of needed job coaching. Transportation 

to and from work sites is provided through contracts 

with component school districts. Students are scheduled 

so that academics and work experience are balanced based 

upon the indications within the IEP. 

The CVES Special Education Division’s Careers Programs 

continued with programs through contracts with SED and 

VESID. Under the Unified Contract for Services and the 

Supported Employment Programs, community consumers 

supported services and training at work sites based upon 

the consumer’s individualized needs. These adults received 

opportunities to explore post-high school services and supports, 

and experienced the opportunity to be successful in 

work sites that were tailored to their specific skills levels and 

needs. These multi-year contracts will continue in the coming 

year. 

The CVES Special Education Division’s Careers Programs 

continued providing job placement services to adults with 

disabilities through a contract with ACCES-VR, OPWDD 

and Commission for the Blind and Visual Handicapped. 

Under the Unified Contract for Services and the Supported 

Employment Programs, community consumers received 

supported services and training at work sites based upon 

the consumer’s individualized needs. These adults received 

opportunities to explore post-high school services and supports, 

along with the opportunity to be successful in work 

sites that were tailored to their specific skills levels and 

needs. These multi-year contracts will continue in the coming 

year. 

On February 14, 2012, “Lizzie” started school at CVES. 

Lizzie who is a golden retriever and is owned by Tom Quay, 

continued to join us in the 2012-13 school year. Lizzie and 

Tom are certified and trained through the Therapy Dog 

International Organization. They visit several elementary 

programs on a weekly basis. Their visits occur in our library 

and participation is incorporated with our reading programs 

and incentives. Students often take turns reading to the dog, 

or children take turns sitting with the dog while listening as 

a story is read. 

Grace Banker’s classroom participated in a holiday project 

that involved showing their support for our soldiers in the 

military. The project is titled OPERATION GRATITUDE out 

of California. As a class project, the students were engaged 

in a multi-disciplinary activity providing lessons in: Grammar, 

Writing, Civics, History, Social Studies and Art. The 

students each had an opportunity to write a letter thanking 

the soldiers for their self-less service, shared a little about 

themselves, included their first name only, and if the student 

was unable to write, a drawing or picture was an option. 

Our students went even a step further and made a star or 

heart ornament to send along with their letter. The students 

enjoyed this project and allowed the students to be educated 

on the importance of supporting our American Armed 

Forces. 

Laura Denton Lawrence and Grace Bankers class worked 

on a community service, “Bringing Joy to Others” holiday 

project. These two classes have been working on making 

holiday cards demonstrating their ELA skills to present to 

the residents of the Meadowbrook Nursing home here in 

Plattsburgh. They have also been incorporating music into 

their lessons, learning songs to hopefully perform for the 

residents. Many skills have been incorporated into the lessons 

involved in this project, highlighting many 21st century 

skills, along with the common core standards. It is much 

appreciated to see holiday fun events, benefiting our community, 

all incorporating the academic expectations. 

Tonya Robinson’s class also participated in a Community 

Service Project. Her class participated in community activities 

to practice learned skills and acquiesce new skills. The 

project involved brainstorming and developing possible 

ways to raise money. The students involved chose to create 

a mock store called “A little bit of everything.” The students 

had the charge of developing what items they would market 

and produce. Marketing managers were even selected to 

“market” their product. The theme of instruction is consistent 

with 21st century skills in addition to the CDOS standards 

threaded throughout the lessons. 

Annette Head’s class participated in their annual holiday 

family drive. Every year, her class takes this community 

school project on. The class learns about community services, 

helping others, and spreading holiday cheer to those 

less fortunate in our community. Donations are accepted 

and collected from staff members. Items consist of food and 

gift items. Once collected, the items are then wrapped by the 

students, along with letters and cards written by the students. 

The items are then donated to families in need. The 

staff has participated in this event with great response. It is 

much appreciated to see all of the dedication and thoughtfulness 

of all the staff and the students in helping our community. 

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GOAL 3 

Develop, in collaboration with CVES special needs faculty, 

component districts, and Committee on Special Education (CSE) 

chairpersons, programs, services and curriculum modifications to 

meet the needs of our students and school districts’ Committees on 

Special Education. 

CV-TEC 

CV-TEC regularly collaborated with faculty and staff from 

the WAF Division and with component districts to facilitate 

this goal as requested or required. CV-TEC staff worked extremely 

well and consistently with the WAF staff regarding 

the joint enrollment of students with disabilities. CV-TEC’s 

staff regularly reviewed progress of students with disabilities 

and intervene as needed. 

In compliance with Chapter 408 of the Commissioner’s 

Regulations, CV-TEC provides instructional staff with 

required documentation and Individualized Education 

Programs (IEPs) relative to students with disabilities so they 

may be responsive to students’ accommodations, program 

modifications and services. CV-TEC routinely works with 

home districts to assess and place students in programs that 

have resulted in positive outcomes. We work extremely well 

and closely with the WAF staff regarding joint enrollment 

and to discuss any other issues or concerns regarding shared 

students; and: 

• Communicated with Special Education representatives 

and/or component district CSE Chairs regarding student 

needs. 

• Provided ongoing consultations with Satellite Campus 

faculty members regarding students with disabilities 

enrolled in CV-TEC Aviation Tech, Small Engines, and 

Welding programs. 

• The CVES CIO collaborated with Special Education staff 

and WAF Division to fulfill all SIRS-related reporting 

requirements established for Spring 2013. 

• Scheduled tour of Satellite Campus with Workforce 

Investment Board Chair, EJ Siewick, and associates. 

• Continued to update copies of all current students’ IEPs 

and place them in the ASD office for review by the ASD 

staff. All ASD staff is being, and will be, provided with 

the necessary information. 

• Continued to obtain signed Refusal of Accommodations 

forms from students who decline accommodations. 

• Collaborated with CV-TEC instructors, counselors, 

coordinators, teaching assistants, and administration 

to ensure that services for students with disabilities are 

being provided, including testing accommodations and 

program modifications. 

• Continued to work with technology coordinator to set 

up technology and install software for students. 

• Contacted CSE chairpersons and district staff to address 

student issues as needed. 

• Communicated with WAF instructional and counseling 

staff on status of shared students. 

• Maintained information on program modifications and 

testing accommodations in PowerSchool. 

• Communicated with parents on services for students 

with disabilities, followed up with instructors to ensure 

students were receiving required services. 

• Continued to collaborate with Student Services Counselor 

regarding SWD. 

• Collaborated with the Health Careers Coordinator regarding 

adult SWDs in the LPN program. 

• Communicated with districts regarding any individual 

needs and attention they may demand. At the beginning 

of the school year, we spend a great deal of time to 

align student needs with program capabilities to meet 

their educational needs. 

• Met with district CSE staff to discuss and brainstorm for 

CTE Job Target programs. 

• Continued to provide testing modifications for students 

as needed. Also continued to develop programs that will 

specifically serve students with special needs. 

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The teachers in Grades 3-12 administered all required NYS 

assessments. CVES participated with regional scoring, and 

a process was developed to ensure that CVES received a 

copy of the CVES student’s score reports so an analysis of 

the results could occur. The results assisted teachers and 

administrators with decision-making specific to APPR 

requirements, and ensuring effective instructional practices 

occurred. 

Continued implementation of a data-driven instructional 

model occurred which ensured that all teachers were doing 

individualized analysis of student academic performance. 

Correlations were made between attendance, behavior 

incidents, and academic performance to ensure a proactive 

approach occurred to increase student achievement. 

The Career Pathways teachers continue to implement a 

cross-level curriculum that allows students access to instruction 

in any area of need. Staff members continued 

to work on a program that ensures continuity of 

instruction and students exit from school with 

exposure to all of the skills necessary to be a successful 

member of the community. A strong focus 

on English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics 

are embedded into the curriculum. Through close 

monitoring of student progress, more students are 

successful in assessments each year. 

continued a program that meets the unique needs of students 

diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Using 

research-based information, the program was expanded to 

better assist districts requiring the intensive support for their 

students. CVES ensured that the unique environmental 

and educational needs of the students were met through the 

program. 

Ongoing work with Autism consultants occurred. Weekly 

administrative meetings with staff allowed for ongoing 

discussion of program and student progress. Effective educational 

practices for students within the autism spectrum 

were implemented based on staff attendance at trainings 

by recognized autism educational consultants. A resource 

library for practitioners was started, and the Division contracted 

with an autism program consultant to ensure that 

the CVES autism programs met all required autism program 

quality indicators. 

The pre-planning meetings for students ages 14 

to 21 were scheduled throughout the school year. 

Meetings routinely occurred throughout each week, 

with CVES personnel, family, and school district 

representatives participating in the planning meetings. 

The focus was on development of student 

educational plans for the upcoming school year and 

future plans for education and employment. 

The Career Pathways Program continued a curriculum 

component specific to understanding of 

and development of parenting skills. The program 

previously used grant funds to purchase a realistic 

infant simulator which allows the students to experience 

actual parenting responsibilities. The curriculum 

is similar to the parenting curriculum used in 

our component school districts and this curriculum 

segment enhances the Life Skills component of the 

program. 

Administrators and other appropriate staff members 

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GOAL 4 

Special needs students will be educated 

appropriately in the least restrictive environment. 

CV-TEC 

CV-TEC is responsive to requirements in students’ Individualized 

Education Program (IEP) and facilitates necessary 

adaptations to meet students’ needs. CV-TEC regularly collaborates 

with ACCES-VR and other agencies regarding the 

provisions of services to students with disabilities. Regular 

consultations are conducted between faculty, the Special 

Education Coordinator, guidance counselors, parents, and 

district staff regarding the progress of students with disabilities. 

CV-TEC faculty members continue to receive training 

on implementing IEP services and utilizing appropriate 

strategies to assist students in being successful in the regular 

education setting. 

In addition: 

• Consultations continued regarding special education 

students at the CV-TEC Satellite Campus. 

• Consultations continued with faculty members regarding 

best means of meeting needs of SWD. 

• Between October 23, 2012 and November 15, 2012, the 

Special Services Department provided testing accommodations 

for 125 students on 48 tests. These students have 

various accommodations including tests read, separate 

location, and small group or individual testing. 


The Special Education staff worked with school districts 

to transition some students back to their home district 

programs. One example of this, a student from Peru was 

attending a CVES program full time prior to this school year. 

Based upon successful progress, the district and CVES staff 

was able to transition the student on a part time basis this 

school year. The transition was so successful for the student, 

they will be attending their home school starting in September 

2013. CVES along with the school districts believe in the 

least restrictive environment for all students. 

The special education division started a new program titled 

“Intensive Therapeutic Support Program” (ITSP) during the 

2012-13 school year. This program was in response to a need 

expressed by the component school districts. This program 

is for students with intensive mental health disabilities. 

This population of students are at risk of leaving their home 

school districts and be placed in residential treatment facilities. 

With the provision of this new program, students are 

allowed to stay in their Least Restrictive Environment and 

attend CVES and live in their homes with their families. 

A psychiatrist provides consultation to the students and 

families in the program. In addition family based treatment 

counseling, and adventure based learning are components. 

during this training was how the program is different from 

an academic or life-skills program. Insight was given on the 

importance of the communication with the families and the 

outside agencies that are involved with the students. 

On June 11, 2013, Sherrie Gilette from Clinton County 

Mental Health provided professional development for staff 

on mental illness. She was able to discuss clinical disorders, 

personality disorders, and psychosocial disorders. Details 

were given to staff in regards to symptoms, and treatment. 

This training was very relevant to not only staff members 

working in the new program but for all staff to understand 

the disability of the students served in the new program. 

This will be the start of the training in this area. We anticipate 

to continue with expanding the knowledge and understanding 

of mental illness in our student population. It 

will assist in providing appropriate programming for our 

students and school districts we serve. 

On February 4, 2013, Dr. Hedden, a psychiatrist who provides 

consultation for the students enrolled in the Intensive 

Therapeutic Support Program (ITSP) came to provide staff 

members some information in regards to students with mental 

health disorders. He was able to focus on what supports 

are needed for students with these needs. Also expressed 

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GOAL 5 

We will be fiscally responsible in order to maximize 

resources that will benefit the component districts. 


The School Library System received $8,203 in automation 

aid, $40,081 in supplemental aid, and $82,025 in operating 

aid from the New York State Division of Library Development 

to provide programming and support for local school 

libraries in compliance with the five-year School Library 

System Plan of Service. 

Jeff Sisson, CVES HSRM Specialist, successfully completed 

the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building 

Code Enforcement Training Program in 2008. Having 

completed the courses in the Basic Training Program, and 

attending 24 hours of continuing education per year, Jeff is 

a licensed New York State Code Enforcement Official. As a 

result, CVES HSRM has been able to save schools a substantial 

amount of money by providing fire safety inspections 

and annual visual inspections for CVES component districts. 

In 2012-13 he completed 18 annual visual inspections and 34 

fire safety inspections on component district buildings. 

ISC offers a variety of professional development opportunities 

in response to identified needs or requests by school 

districts. When two or more component districts participate 

in the offerings, the districts receive state aid at their designated 

aid ratio, which helps to offset the cost of professional 

development. The school districts are also able to receive 

substitute teacher reimbursement for their teachers who attend 

workshops at ISC as well. 

ISC received monetary support from FSO Stafford Middle 

School, AuSable Valley Teachers Association and the Peru 

Central School General Fund Account for the 2013 Regional 

Spelling Bee. Pepsi Beverages Company of Keeseville also 

donated bottled water to all the contestants for this event. 

For the eighth time in nine years, Casella Waste Systems 

(CWS) provided a free Hazardous Waste Disposal Program 

for CVES and its component districts. The program, developed 

by CVES HSRM and funded by CWS, has removed 

close to $110,000 worth of hazardous waste from our local 

districts since the program’s inception. This year’s event culminated 

with the transfer of district-owned waste products 

to the Clinton County Landfill on June 1, 2013. 

The CVES School Library System provided more than 

$10,000 worth of online resources, materials and e-books to 

component school districts. Subscriptions to Teachingbooks. 

net, ExploringNature.org, and TumbleReadables.com were 

purchased for all school libraries, and a small collection of 

virtual reference 

e-books was made 

available from 

Gale-Cengage 

Learning, as well 

as a collection of 

non-fiction e-books 

from Mitchell Lane 

Publishers. All 

school libraries had 

access to popular 

e-books through 

vendor OverDrive. 

These materials 

are available for 

student use any 

time and may be 

accessed from 

home or school. 

Chapter 145 of 

the NYS Mercury- 

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Added Consumer Products Law requires schools with more 

than 100 employees and that produce more than 15 spent 

bulbs per month, to recycle their used fluorescent lamps 

effective July 12, 2005. CVES Health, Safety, Risk Management 

formed a cooperative with Northeast Lamp Recycling, 

Inc. of Bronx, NY, in 2005. Since then CVES and the 

components have recycled over 50,000 pounds of mercury 

containing lamps and ballasts since the beginning of this 

cooperative. On May 21, 2013, in addition to many other 

types of mercury containing lamps, we recycled more than 

7,500 of the four-foot fluorescent lamps and 1400 pounds of 

PCB containing lighting ballasts. We will continue to work 

diligently on this initiative because we are aware of the 

environmental and public health consequences associated 

with the mismanagement of these highly toxic substances. 

In cooperation with Casella Waste Management, the Instructional 

Services Center is in their third year of Zero-Sort 

Recycling, tossing all recyclables into one bin. This includes: 

glass (bottles and jars), metal (empty aerosol cans, aluminum 

and metal cans), plastics (#1-7 and rigid plastics), and 

fiber (boxboard, corrugated cardboard, envelopes, magazines, 

soft-cover books, newspaper, shredded paper, and 

white and colored paper). 

Heath Safety Risk Management (HSRM) introduced a 

new CVES service related to the EPA’s Asbestos Hazard 

Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Regulations for school 

districts. The program was created to improve our regional 

AHERA readiness and conduct the required EPA Triennial 

Asbestos Inspections. The new program is expected to 

decrease the cost of these services for CVES component districts 

by nearly half, while increasing service response time, 

and the overall readiness and satisfaction rates. The main 

focus over the next calendar year will be the completion of 

the 2013 EPA AHERA Triennial Inspection and preparation 

for the upcoming NYSDOH Asbestos Inspections. 

CV-TEC 

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In order to be fiscally responsible and maximize resources, 

CV-TEC actively engages in researching and applying for 

alternative sources of public and non-public funding sources 

as follows: 

• Continued collaboration related to implementation of 

Council on Occupation Education (COE) accreditation. 

The COE Self Study Report is being developed. Collaborated 

with COE regarding necessary steps to acquire 

Title IV funding. 

• Received Price Chopper surveillance system cameras 

and other hardware. Processed donation information 

related to the transfer of equipment. 

• Continued implementation of Satellite Campus (PAI) 

marketing plan in collaboration with faculty. 

• Provided oversight of Spring 2013 Adult Education 

courses. 

• Promoted Open House for the Main/Satellite/Mineville 

campuses through broadcasts by 97.5 Eagle Country 

Radio and regional periodicals. 

• Acquired Perkins IV Title I Funding for FY13: 

$113,359.00. 

• Managed and organized donated aviation equipment 

for the PAI (and other programs). FedEx provided additional 

parts for the 727 aircraft from Albany Airport. 

• Continued promotion of online courses and programs 

via print and online publications (Ed2Go, Gatlin, Washington 

Online, Online High School, HowToMaster); 

extremely high demand for medical coursework (Medical 

Terminology and Coding and Billing). 

• Collaborated with NYSOGS and the Albany FSDO regarding 

the donation of lockers. 

• Collaborated with Cathy Snow and Patty Goodell regarding 

the newest round of AIME (AIME IX). A new 

curriculum for blueprint reading and precision measurement 

was developed. 

• Continued ongoing efforts to implement CV-TEC’s portion 

of the “Community Trade Adjustment Assistance 

Grant” with OneWorkSource, the Chamber of Commerce, 

and Clinton Community College. 

• Collaborated in creating and advertising Graphic Design 

Testimonial ad (The Burgh and The NorthCountryman). 

• Created an LPN advertisement (Press Republican Ad- 

Sticker). 

• Created an Online Medical Course Ad that was published 

in the Pennysaver Mailer. 

• Collaborated in brining Heavy Equipment Program 

to Satellite Campus. Met on 4/10/13 with Planning 

Committee, expanding base of number and variety of 

programs available at facility. 

• Ongoing collaboration continued with NYSERDA and 

“Pressure House” team members regarding grant implementation. 

Regularly communicated with Earth Science 

Engineering/Zebra Tech and the NYS Education Department 

(Martin Doyle). 

• Continued to interact with the Business Office to accomplish 

student-related needs and organizational 

endeavors in a fiscally responsible way. With the fiscal 

challenges this year, CV-TEC has participated in budget 

meetings to identify cost reduction measures to operate 

with the fiscal constraints identified. Assisted staff and 

the Business Office personnel with student organiza-

tion accounting to make sure we are in compliance with 

required practices. 

• Continued to address budget matters in a manner that 

will commit our resources as efficiently as possible to 

provide valuable educational experiences for our students 

that meet industry current standards. 

• Worked with student groups to allocate funding for 

student trips – Animal Science, Skills, Conservation, and 

Cosmetology. 


The Career Pathways Program received a United Way 

grant in the amount of $3000 to assist in providing student 

stipends for those students training within the work experience 

program. These stipends were used to teach basic 

financial skills and to assist individuals as they prepare to 

transition into adulthood. 

The CVES Special Education Division participated in the St. 

Lawrence-Lewis Cooperative Bid and realized significant 

cost savings on materials, equipment and supplies that are 

routinely utilized by all staff members. Purchasing these 

supplies in bulk enabled the Division to reduce costs in 

many areas. 

The Regional Special Education – Technical Assistance 

Services Center (RSE-TASC) received $186,282.00 from the 

NYS Education Department. This funding provided for 

regional and local trainings that supported the need by 

targeted districts to develop work plans that would improve 

performance by students with disabilities. The funding also 

provided specific regional trainings for professional and 

paraprofessional staff members within the school district 

setting. 

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GOAL 6 

Staff will be recognized for quality performance 

that enhances student achievement. 

CV-TEC 

• Continued verbal and written correspondence (e.g., e- 

mails, recommendations) citing those who have assisted 

in producing quality work. 

• Recognized instructors receiving positive feedback 

through Adult Education evaluations. 

• Provided Professional Development: RTTT Recertification 

(3/18/13). 

• Provided Professional Development: OASYS User 

Group Webinar (3/18/13). 

• Provided Professional Development: ACTEA Conference 

(3/22/13). 

• Continued to recognize staff at staff meetings for the 

good work that they do. 

• Facilitated efficiency in the required non-instructional 

work provided by staff - most recently worked on the 

APPR program to provide clear direction as succinctly 

as possible so as to recognize their efforts and attempt to 

work with them in a respectful manner. 


At CSE Chairperson and CVES Board of Education meetings, 

the CVES student results for ELA and mathematics 

were shared. The instructional best practices used by the 

CVES teachers were also shared, and their commitment 

to improved professional performance was demonstrated 

through participation in exceptional professional development 

opportunities that enhanced student achievement. 

The CVES Board of Education and the CSE Chairpersons 

were made aware of the continued processes implemented 

by all classroom teachers to ensure improved academic performance 

by each student attending CVES programs. 

Student achievement is greatly impacted by their interactions 

with the staff. Staff were recognized and nominated by 

students and their peers for their demonstration of the three 

school rules; Be Safe, Be Responsible and Be Respectful. Staff 

were awarded Pride Slips and entered in a weekly drawing 

for two front row parking spots. 

The special education division recognized staff during 

teacher appreciation week to show appreciation for all the 

hard work and dedication to our students and school. Many 

activities were highlighted each month to recognize classrooms 

that had special events or projects to enhance student 

achievement, parent communication and involvement. 

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GOAL 7 

CVES will provide the leadership that will enable 

school districts and CVES to utilize technology to 

enhance student achievement. 


NERIC and ISC continued to collaborate to assist districts 

in meeting the requirements for reporting district data to 

NYSED through the Data Warehouse. The CVES Planning 

and Assessment coordinator provided regularly scheduled 

Data Council meetings for component school districts, 

during which chief information officers and other pertinent 

school personnel were able to receive answers specific 

to their questions or concerns regarding data entry, SED 

deadlines, Race to the Top Initiatives, district and school 

accountability and report information. ISC staff collaborated 

routinely with NERIC to ensure that our component 

districts received technical support whenever it was needed 

and collaborated on joint meetings. 

Each year the CVES School Library System (SLS) offers 

annual trainings in library automation. The SLS is able to 

offer hands-on training utilizing a wireless laptop lab. This 

technology enables library media specialists to directly apply 

their training during the workshop. 

The CVES School Library System in partnership with 6 other 

School Library Systems created an app that gives mobile 

device users single login access to all School Library System, 

New York State Library, regionally provided and district 

purchased online database resources. The app is designed 

to encourage students and teachers to look beyond Google 

when completing assignments. The SEARCH for Success 

app is free and available to all Apple and Android users. 

The CVES School Library System continues to use Survey 

Monkey to coordinate and tally our School Library System 

Annual System Evaluation, and Library Media Center 

Member Plans. Utilizing Survey Monkey allows us to save 

on costs associated with distributing paper surveys and the 

time necessary to tabulate survey results. Results from the 

School Library System Annual Evaluation are used to determine 

improvements needed in service to districts and ideas 

for future services and professional development. Member 

Plans gather statistical district data in terms of number of 

books in library collection, number of new materials purchased, 

number of materials weeded, as well as detailed 

questions about online resources and technology available 

to students. Data from the Member Plan is used to answer 

annual report questions asked each fall by NYSED’s Division 

of Library Development. 

CV-TEC 

• Continued management and oversight of CV-TEC’s 

Online High School; Supported participating schools: 

Elizabethtown-Lewis, Saranac, Peru, and Northern 

Adirondack. 

• Collaborated with Shawn Ward from “Advanced 

Academics” to provide services to participating OHS 

districts. 

• The CVES CIO collaborated with Jane Landry, Connie 

Flick, Debbie Geddes, and Janet Arthur (CVES Data 

Team), along with NERIC regarding reporting and uploading 

student data. 

• Continued oversight and administration of multiple 

online instructional programs (i.e., CV-TEC Online High 

School; Ed2Go; Gatlin; Washington Online Learning 

Institute, WOLI- Paralegal program). 

• Continued collaboration with NYSERDA and CV-TEC 

partners (Earth Science Engineering/Zebra Tech) to 

implement new “Pressure House” grant. Finalizing 

blueprints through collaboration of PH Team, ESE/Zebra 

Tech, and NYSED. 

• The CIO worked to consolidate resources and a common 

reporting platform for all divisions. 

• Collaborated to bring additional Heavy Equipment 

instruction to Satellite Branch campus. 

• PLATO continues to be utilized with several CTE programs. 

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The Shared Decision-Making Committee arranged multiple 

days of training for staff members. Professional and paraprofessional 

staff members participated in varied trainings 

that would assist them when working with student’s 

academic programs and in dealing with behaviors through 

positive behavior supports. 

Star Reading and Star Math were introduced this school 

year for monitoring progress in these two areas. 

The elementary and middle level teachers continued using 

FASTT Math, a software program from Scholastic that helps 

students in grades 2 and up achieve math fact fluency. This 

program provided remedial instruction and reinforcement 

of basic mathematics facts. This technology program allowed 

students to work at their own pace to achieve mastery 

of math facts and allowed teachers to track their student’s 

progress in these areas. Data collected at the end of the year 

indicated improvement in mathematics skill levels due to 

the consistent utilization of the program within our academic 

classrooms. 

The students in the Career Pathways Program continued to 

utilize the technology lab to learn the technology skills that 

enhance employment opportunities. The students learned to 

use word processing software to develop their resumes and 

other portfolio components that will assist them when they 

begin to seek employment. 

On December 12th, professional development was provided 

to all staff in the Special Education Division. The topic was 

positive response to stress. The presentation was provided 

by Linda Marie Hill. She has provided many presentations 

related to this topic for many schools. Linda was able to provide 

to staff strategies in improving communication, healthy 

living, having a winning attitude, a positive response to a 

stressful situation and focusing on the “good.” Many useful 

concepts were touched upon during this half-day presentation 

that staff can utilize with their students. Students are 

often dealing with many deficits in communication and 

inabilities to make a positive choice when dealing with 

stress. These strategies can be incorporated across curricular 

strands to help students with academic and behavioral 

stresses. The content was well received by the audience 

and staff has already utilized some of the strategies in their 

classrooms. Our students have many challenges presented 

to them and it is hopeful some of these tips will assist them. 

On February 4, 2013, Dr. Hedden, a psychiatrist who will 

be doing some consultation for the students enrolled in 

the Intensive Therapeutic Support Program (ITSP) came 

to provide staff members some information in regards to 

students with mental health disorders. He was able to focus 

on what supports are needed for students with these needs. 

Also expressed during this training was how the program 

is different from an academic or life-skills program. Insight 

was given on the importance of the communication with the 

families and the outside agencies that are involved with the 

students. 

The technology lab is utilized by all age levels to develop 

technology skills in keyboarding, word processing and 

presentation software. Students utilized the technology lab 

to do research, develop higher level problem-solving skills, 

explore different software, and navigate the web. 

GOAL 8 

Develop and market new CV-TEC programs and courses and make 

curriculum adjustments to respond to the changing needs of both our 

school districts and the business community. 

CV-TEC 

• Continued promotion of Spring 2013 Courses: Healthrelated 

online courses, Welding, and AIME IX offered in 

March 2013. 

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• Continued oversight related to the development of PAI, 

welding and small engines curricula. 

• Collaborated with planning team to bring Heavy Equipment 

from the Main to the Satellite Campus, with major 

programmatic improvements. 

• Supervised registration of students in Adult Education 

Welding and other technical courses. 

• Continued oversight and promotion of Online High 

School. 

• Provided tours of PAI facility to promote CV-TEC’s programs 

(Varied 8th and 10th grade school districts and 

PSU – 3/15/13; 3/26/13. 

• Continued dialogue with Complete Learning Solutions 

to explore a new partnership between our organizations 

(CDL- Class A). 

• Continued dialogue with Jeff Robare (Lake Champlain 

Transportation)- Class B CDL. 

• The ASD Team met weekly to discuss pertinent issues of 

the department, CTE programs, and CV-TEC. 

• Academic networking and collaboration continued with 

our MST, TRW, and Social Studies teams. 

• Worked on developing new programs identified to provide 

curriculum adjustments to offer opportunities for

students in career paths that will enhance their employment 

opportunities and exposure to career options. The 

current program exploration and development are in 

the following areas; 

• (New) CTE Job Target Programs- Food Service and 

Hospitality Services for students with Individualized 

Educational Programs in grades 9-12. This will be a Job 

Target CTE program where students will have the opportunity 

to earn general education credit. 

• Broadcasting Technology - radio and television all aspects 

of program delivery. 

• Certified Personal Trainer- Both theory and hands on 

experience in the fitness and nutrition fields. 

• Worked with Special Education staff to provide CTE 

Job Target programming. Also met with Matt Smith 

from ISC to continue development of Video Production 

program. 

• Met with our Special Education Staff and district representatives 

to collaborate on development of CTE Job 

Target programs. 

• Continued to update programs - Medical Office Assisting 

new certifications, Job Target programs and exploring 

personal trainer, and video production. 

GOAL 9 

CVES will provide adequate space and an appropriate environment 

for our employees and all our learners so that they will be able to 

attain their potential. 


The conference rooms at ISC continue to be available for 

use by component district staff and community members, 

along with CVES personnel. 

Participants are able to join colleagues in a comfortable, 

pleasant environment. Laptop computers, easels, overhead 

projectors, SMARTBoard, LCD equipment, DVD 

players, Polycom high-definition videoconferencing 

equipment, document camera and other presentation 

materials are available for loan during on-site workshops, 

meetings, or presentations. 

CV-TEC 

• Continued ongoing collaboration to support efforts 

related to the Satellite Campus, its facilities, and its 

programs. 

• Continued discussion regarding new entrance for Satellite 

Main Office. 

• Facilitated discussion regarding introduction of Heavy 

Equipment to Satellite Branch campus. 

• Continued to evaluate our physical plant circumstances 

and advocate for modifications that will enhance the 

educational environment and provide for spaces to meet 

testing modifications. Explored and developed space for 

new programming as per the above and also worked on 

creating space for the new surgical technology program. 

• Continued to monitor the school environment and intercede 

as necessary to ensure that all students and staff 

work and learn in an environment that is conducive to 

their success. 

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The CVES Special Education Division utilized all classroom 

and therapy spaces to the maximum level, with continued 

adult and student usage maximized. All areas within our 

facilities were used to support student success, whether to 

optimize student’s physical levels or to improve their academic 

and life skills. All staff members collaborated to ensure 

that all space within the facilities promoted the health 

and well-being of students and staff members. 

Sensory activities also can provide students with positive 

new experiences while giving them the sensory input that 

their body requires. The goal of the sensory room is to help 

students regulate their sensory systems, attention, and 

behavior, in order to be as functional as possible throughout 

the school day. The Wiggle Room has been consistently used 

by students daily and has proven to be very successful in 

helping students with disabilities. 

Students within the CVES special education programs had 

the opportunity to increase their physical health and wellbeing 

through active play on our playgrounds. Specialized 

programs were provided in our gymnasiums 

The Occupational and Physical therapy staff continue to 

support the students and staff with the Wiggle Room. This 

sensory-based room at WAF continues to be available for 

student use throughout the school day. The students choose 

from a variety of sensory activities which can provide a 

constructive outlet for excess energy, or soothing activities 

which can calm or soothe the student. 

The Wiggle Room is a great addition to the sensory programs 

that have been established at WAF for many of our 

students, including all students attending 6:1:1 classrooms. 

Sensory diets are programs designed on an individual basis 

which are student-directed. Many students need this activity 

to help them to engage with others and their environment 

so that classroom time can become more productive. Some 

of the activities include: using an indoor swing, performing 

therapy ball exercises, playing in a sensory table, etc. 

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GOAL 10 

CVES will maximize the educational opportunities available 

at the CVES Yandon-Dillon campus for component districts, 

students and their communities. 


ISC has been videoconferencing between the 

Plattsburgh and Mineville campuses to conduct various 

meetings such as Data Council, Principals, and CSE 

Chairpersons. As an organization, CVES has been utilizing 

this technology on a regular basis to allow CVES 

staff to “attend” various committee meetings without 

having to travel to alternate locations. 

CV-TEC 

• Promoted Mineville Adult Education coursework and 

programs through varied media sources (Publication 

and distribution of Spring 2013 Catalogue) featuring 

Mineville Branch Campus courses (and radio ads). 

• Reported “Career/Placement/Licensure” (CPL) data/ 

statistics for Mineville Branch Campus on COE Annual 

Report. 

• Reported “Student Information Repository System” 

(SIRS) data through CIO and NERIC channels. 

• Advertised Open House Information through radio and 

through Times of Ti/Valley News periodicals. 

• The Academic Services Department (ASD) continued to 

strive toward consistency and continuity of services being 

provided to CV-TEC students at all three campuses 

(Plattsburgh Main, Mineville, and Satellite). 

• The ASD Coordinator continued to oversee the academic 

requests and integrated academic coursework 

being provided at all three campuses. Recommendations 

regarding staffing, scheduling, and placement 

were made to administration from the ASD Coordinator 

based upon this information. 

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• Communicated with school counselor to assist with 

process for gathering and entering data on SWD at the 

Mineville Campus. Discussed implementing Test Talker 

with Principal and Counselor to be able to provide required 

accommodations. 

• Communicated with instructor, counselor, and ACCES- 

VR Counselor to discuss possible internship for 

Natural Resources Management student (Mineville). 

• Developed testimonial for Building Trades Program in 

Mineville. 

• Continued efforts to obtain audio books for two students 

in Cosmetology Program in Mineville. 

• Communicated with counselor at Mineville Campus to 

discuss SWD and work experience. 

• Communicated with counselor, instructor and employer 

(Yukalis Logging) to arrange for a student in Natural 

Resource Management to begin a paid work experience 

opportunity. 

• The ASD Coordinator continued to assist the Mineville 

and Satellite campuses by: 

• Meeting regularly with Academic Faculty, 

• Enrollment collaboration with Lance Sayward, Dawn 

Waters, and Melodie St. Clair, 

• Collaborating with principals Dr. Grace Stay and James 

McCartney. 


Students in the 12:1:1 Career Exploration Program continued 

to work at community work experience sites. This 

training provided students in the program with increased 

competency, responsibility, confidence, and independence 

within work settings. The program also provided an inhouse 

entrepreneurial experience for students by running 

a school store that provided all students and staff members 

the opportunity to purchase healthy snacks and beverages 

during the school day. 

Three students from the high school careers class have 

successfully completed their programs and are transitioning 

into work sites. One student is working with VESID to 

obtain competitive employment while the other two are 

transitioning to Mountain Lake Services. 

33% of the high school careers classroom integrated into the 

CV-TEC programs 

Teachers and other professional and paraprofessional staff 

members ensured that the Special Education Division’s PBIS 

initiative continued at the Yandon-Dillon campus. In addition, 

academic, attendance and behavior data were collected 

to ensure that necessary instructional practices occurred to 

ensure all students progressed at an adequate yearly rate. 

Staff members received all necessary trainings to promote 

student success. 

All Yandon-Dillon staff participated with the PBIS that took 

place during the school year and will continue their participation 

into 2013-2014 school year. 

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