ORLEANS-NIAGARA BOCES

Orleans-Niagara BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services) is a regional educational agency based in Medina, New York, designed to provide cost-effective, shared educational services to the school districts within Orleans and Niagara counties. By pooling resources, the organization offers a wide array of programs that individual districts might not be able to sustain on their own, ranging from specialized K-12 education and professional development to administrative support and data management. Their mission centers on fostering collaboration to bridge educational gaps and expand opportunities for students and staff across the region.

The agency is perhaps best known for its robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, which prepare high school students for the workforce or post-secondary education through hands-on training in fields like healthcare, skilled trades, technology, and service industries. In addition to vocational training, Orleans-Niagara BOCES supports students with special needs, provides adult education and literacy programs, and offers technical guidance to local school boards. By serving as a central hub for educational innovation and operational efficiency, the organization plays a critical role in supporting the academic success and economic vitality of the communities it serves.