Madison‑Oneida BOCES briefs Hamilton board on services, CTE outcomes and proposed budget
March 15, 2024 | HAMILTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
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Scott, district superintendent for Madison United BOCES, and BOCES colleagues presented a multi‑page partnership and budget packet to the Hamilton board on March 14.
Scott described BOCES as a cooperative, market‑driven organization that provides services only when two or more component districts request them. He emphasized the role of the district superintendent as a state liaison to regional schools and outlined the BOCES service structure (secondary, middle and elementary program directors and a Regional Information Center serving multiple BOCES).
The presentation included CTE statistics specific to Hamilton: 35 current students participating in CTE programs, 10 two‑year completers last year, seven students receiving technical endorsements, 64% of Hamilton CTE participants pursuing post‑secondary education, 29% employed in jobs related to CTE training, and 7% employed in unrelated fields. Scott said the BOCES provides dual‑credit and Propel programming in partnership with Mohawk Valley Community College.
The BOCES business presenter walked the board through the administrative and capital budget: a recommended elevation to a full‑time treasurer role (to replace a retiring staffer), anticipated retiree health insurance allocations (268 retirees currently), and line‑by‑line components of revenue and allocations. The packet shows Hamilton’s share of regional resident‑weighted average daily attendance (RWADA) equates to about a 4.1% regional share and converts to a proposed local dollar share in the thousands of dollars range (figures provided in the presentation packet).
Board members asked clarifying questions about program outcomes and participation; BOCES officials encouraged board members to consult the printed materials and follow up with staff for line‑item questions.
What’s next: BOCES will proceed with its budget process; Hamilton will consider participation and local budgeting decisions as part of the district’s budget cycle.
Scott described BOCES as a cooperative, market‑driven organization that provides services only when two or more component districts request them. He emphasized the role of the district superintendent as a state liaison to regional schools and outlined the BOCES service structure (secondary, middle and elementary program directors and a Regional Information Center serving multiple BOCES).
The presentation included CTE statistics specific to Hamilton: 35 current students participating in CTE programs, 10 two‑year completers last year, seven students receiving technical endorsements, 64% of Hamilton CTE participants pursuing post‑secondary education, 29% employed in jobs related to CTE training, and 7% employed in unrelated fields. Scott said the BOCES provides dual‑credit and Propel programming in partnership with Mohawk Valley Community College.
The BOCES business presenter walked the board through the administrative and capital budget: a recommended elevation to a full‑time treasurer role (to replace a retiring staffer), anticipated retiree health insurance allocations (268 retirees currently), and line‑by‑line components of revenue and allocations. The packet shows Hamilton’s share of regional resident‑weighted average daily attendance (RWADA) equates to about a 4.1% regional share and converts to a proposed local dollar share in the thousands of dollars range (figures provided in the presentation packet).
Board members asked clarifying questions about program outcomes and participation; BOCES officials encouraged board members to consult the printed materials and follow up with staff for line‑item questions.
What’s next: BOCES will proceed with its budget process; Hamilton will consider participation and local budgeting decisions as part of the district’s budget cycle.
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