Welcome to the Center for Career Services!

Dear Parents/ Guardians: 

Welcome to the Center for Career Services! Our main goal is to prepare students for the world of work and/or post-secondary education. Students are provided with a variety of project-based learning experiences as well as authentic work opportunities through their chosen programs of study and our Work-Based Learning Department. These experiences help in creating well-rounded students who are prepared to excel in the 21st century workplace.

We invite you to peruse our program offerings linked below, both those in which you may have a student enrolled and others to gain a deeper understanding of the depth and breadth of industry-informed and marketable skills training and preparation we provide. Our instructors are experts in their respective fields and infuse their curricula with real-world experience and practical training.

Another important focus for the Center for Career Services’ staff is to provide social and emotional support to all our students. This support is important as our students transition into the workforce and/or post-secondary education. The Guidance team and school social worker support students to ensure these services are delivered.

We are pleased that students from so many of our SWBOCES-region component districts take advantage of the opportunities our programs offer. Please reach out to us any time you have a question or concern.

Sincerely,
Dahlia Jackson, Director
Jaclyn De Lao, Principal
Philip Donohue,  Assistant Principal

CTE Student Voices

CCS Student News

  • Two Southern Westchester BOCES teams earn gold at SkillsUSA New York

    Principal Jaclyn De Lao was recognized as the winner of the Cornerstone Award

    Shane Gordon and Logan Pierre (Digital Cinema Production) and Jahani Valverde and JJ Hetzer (Emergency Medical Technician) earned gold at SkillsUSA New York in Syracuse. The result earned them a trip to Atlanta for Nationals in June.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • A visit to HBO provides Sound Production students insight into an industry leader

    Students saw first-hand how HBO handles sound mixing in the post-production process

    Sound Production students visited HBO's studios in Manhattan to experience how sound editing can enhance television shows and films.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • Posters will be on display at the FirstDance Film Festival on May 14, 2025

    Commercial Art students to leave their imprint on upcoming film festival

    There will be eight student films shown at the film festival, and all eight films had a movie poster produced by a student in the Commercial Art program at the Center for Career Services.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • Several programs were represented during the Annual Car Show

    Annual Car Show gives Career Services students a chance to engage with the public

    Student participation has long been a hallmark of the Annual Car Show & Open House, which was presented in partnership with the Rock N’ Rods Car Club of Yonkers at the Center for Career Services on April 27, 2025.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • The Job Fair provided students a chance to talk with local businesses

    Job Fair connects approximately 800 students with 20 different employers

    The Center for Career Services hosted its annual Job Fair on April 9, 2025 — an event that provided students an opportunity to explore potential career paths.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • The trip through the Garment Center included a stop at the Fashion Institute of Technology

    Fashion students gain inspiration from Manhattan trip

    Fashion Design & Merchandising students visited two fashion manufacturers and The Museum at FIT, the Fashion Institute of Technology.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • All medal winners are eligible to advance to HOSA's International Leadership Conference in Nashville

    All SWBOCES students shine in HOSA state competitions

    At the HOSA Spring Leadership Conference, held April 2-4, 2025 in Syracuse, there were 12 Southern Westchester BOCES students recognized, four of them in multiple competitions.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • Students can earn valuable accreditation for demonstrating what they learned

    Eager Construction/Plumbing students hone sought-after skills

    Construction/Plumbing students at the Center for Career Services learn techniques in class that can make them attractive employment candidates for local unions.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • The Art Show will be on exhibit through the end of May 2025

    Fifth-annual Art Show at White Plains library to showcase work of Commercial Art

    Students from the Commercial Art program at the Center for Career Services will have a variety of their art work from the 2024-25 school year on display at White Plains Public Library through the end of May. The exhibit is open to the public and is free of charge.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
  • The HOSA conference will feature 32 different competitions

    Students ready for Spring Leadership Conference in Syracuse

    The Center for Career Services will send a contingent of 21 students to Syracuse for the 2025 HOSA Spring Leadership Conference from April 2-4 at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel. The students, who are members of the school’s two HOSA chapters, will participate in several competitions as part of the conference.

    News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
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Bell Schedule

Morning Session

8:25 AM to 10:55 AM 
Buses leave CCS at 11:00 AM

Afternoon Session

 11:55 AM to 2:25 PM
Buses leave CCS at 2:30 PM

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Interested in adult programs (18+)? Contact the Center for Adult & Community Services at 914-592-0849.