Broome Tioga BOCES Instructional Programs provide districts with a comprehensive set of educational services that strengthen student learning, expand career pathways, and support specialized needs across K through adult learners. Programs are designed to meet state standards, improve academic outcomes, and prepare students for college, career, and independent living. Instructional Programs oversees Alternative Education, Career and Technical Education, Special Education, Summer Programming, Enrichment, and a wide range of itinerant and support services.

Alternative Education
Alternative Education provides structured academic and social programs for students who need smaller settings, personalized learning, and increased support. Programs address barriers to learning, strengthen attendance and engagement, and support students in earning a Regents diploma or GED. Offerings include the ACE Alternative Middle School, Alternative High School at multiple sites, GED programming, and Phoenix Rising programs at the middle and high school level.

Career and Technical Education
The Center for Career and Technical Excellence offers introductory through advanced CTE programs that prepare students for high-demand fields. Coursework spans Agriculture, Automotive Trades, Building Trades, Computer Technology, Engineering Technology, Hospitality, and Personal Services. Students gain industry knowledge, technical skills, professional habits, and work-based learning experience. Programs include the Tech Academy, New Visions Academies, P TECH, Youth Apprenticeship, and summer cosmetology. CTE offerings are aligned with local workforce needs, employer partnerships, and pathways to SUNY Broome and industry certification.

Career Development Services
Career Development Services support districts with K-12 career exploration aligned with state standards. Services help students develop career awareness, workplace skills, and an understanding of future opportunities.

Special Education
Special Education provides district-based and center-based programs designed to support students with significant academic, social, emotional, developmental, or physical needs. Programs include Crossroads, Oak Tree, MOVE, Reclaim, Adolescent Day Treatment, PALS, Futures, and itinerant services. Instruction emphasizes individualized goals, functional and academic skill development, adaptive physical education, and preparation for independence. Services are delivered in collaboration with districts and include direct instruction, therapies, work-based learning, and related services.

Itinerant Services
Itinerant services provide specialized support to BOCES and district programs, including adaptive physical education, psychological services, social workers, teachers of the visually impaired, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and consultant teacher services. These services are flexible and assigned based on district need.

Regional Cooperative Summer School
The regional summer program supports academic advancement and credit recovery for middle and high school students. Courses include new credit, credit recovery, Regents preparation, and online learning options. Programs help students maintain grade-level progress and prepare for the August Regents Exams.

Summer STEAM and CTE Programs
Summer STEAM Academy provides hands-on, project-based learning in science, technology, engineering, art, and math for students in grades 7 through 10. Summer CTE Camp introduces fifth graders to career pathways through hands-on activities and industry partnerships.

Student Enrichment and Extracurricular Programs
Enrichment programs provide districts with after-school and summer learning opportunities focused on creativity, skills development, and academic support. Offerings include Odyssey of the Mind, Spontaneous Workshops, after-school enrichment classes, and district-selected programming. These programs encourage problem-solving, teamwork, and creative thinking.

Home Schooling, Home Tutoring, and Equivalent Attendance
BOCES supports districts and families through homeschooling oversight, home tutoring for students with extended absences, and adult basic education services for youth seeking English language skills or GED preparation.

The Instructional Programs division works closely with districts to meet student needs, provide high-quality programming, and offer flexible services that align with regional priorities. Each program is supported by experienced instructional leaders, certified staff, community partners, and strong district collaboration.