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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
Evangelo Michas, Principal
Philip Donohue, Assistant Principal

CTE Student Voices

CCS Student News

Sound Production graduates can earn as many as 15 college credits at Mercy

Sound Production Program, Mercy University Reach Articulation Agreement

Students in the Sound Production program at the Center for Career Services can now earn up to 15 credits at Mercy University as part of a new articulation agreement.

“This is vital for my students,” Sound Production teacher Sean Harty Rivera said. “Mercy saw the value of our program and the value of what our students can be.”
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
Three-week summer camp introduces students to CTE offerings

Career Exploration Summer Camp Provides Students a Preview of Programs

Young students were given the opportunity to learn skills and explore potential careers during the Center for Career Services' first-ever Career Exploration Summer Camp. Students had the option to choose from 3D Modeling and Printing; Automotive; TV/Video Production; Commercial Art; Computer Coding; Construction; Cosmetology; Fashion Design; Sound Production; and Culinary Arts.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2024-25
CTE recognition returns to historic Westchester County Center

336 students recognized for achievements at Career Services Recognition ceremony

The Center for Career Services held its annual Recognition Ceremony on June 13, 2024, paying tribute to 336 members of the Class of 2024 who hail from Southern Westchester BOCES’ component districts. The event returned to the historic Westchester County Center for the first time in several years.

“We made it to today,” Valedictorian Amy Diaz of New Rochelle said, “and we are all able to make tomorrow a brighter day.”
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24
Center for Career Services celebrates the end of a successful school year

Career and Technical Education students attend Spring Social

On a warm, sunny day in June, students from each of the Career and Technical Education programs gathered on the lawn of Southern Westchester BOCES’ Valhalla campus to celebrate the completion of the 2023-2024 academic year. There was music, activities, prizes, and ice cream.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24
Career and Technical Education students receive awards for their hard work

Career Services recognizes dedicated students

Students from the Southern Westchester BOCES Valhalla campus were recognized for their hard work and dedication to their Career and Technical Education programs. Two ceremonies were held in the beginning of June to celebrate students in the morning and afternoon sessions, respectively. Each student at the ceremony was presented a certificate and a plaque to commemorate the occasion.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24
Career Services names 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian

Animal Science and Culinary Arts students recognized among peers

Southern Westchester BOCES Center for Career Services announced Amy Baez of New Rochelle High School as the valedictorian and Jae-Ah- Lee (Sarah Lee) of Edgemont High School as the salutatorian of the Class of 2024. Amy is in the Animal Science program and has enjoyed her time at SWBOCES learning about and caring for various animals. Sarah is in the Culinary Arts program where she enjoys growing her skills as a baker, as she creates decadent desserts.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24
National Technical Honor Society inducts Career and Technical Education students

Students recognized for excellence in Career and Technical Education

The National Technical Honor Society chapter at Southern Westchester BOCES’ Center for Career Services inducted 43 new members. The students stood before their peers and family as they were honored and recognized for their achievements in CTE.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24
Fashion and Beauty collide in end-of-the year show stopping event

Career and Technical Education students hit the runway displaying their talents

Students in the Cosmetology I program provided their expertise in hair and makeup as the TV/Video Production students captured the Fashion in Toyland show hosted by the Fashion Design and Merchandising program. The collaboration between the various programs proved to be an amazing experience for all the students involved.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24
Sound Production students visit Mercy University for campus tour

Career and Technical Education students get a sample of college life

Students in the Sound Production program had the opportunity to tour the Mercy University campus in Dobbs Ferry. While there, they enjoyed demonstrations and hands-on lessons.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24
Commercial Art students win Exemplary Media Arts Awards

Young artists participate in Media Art Teacher Association art show

The Lower Hudson Region of the New York State Media Arts Teachers Association (NYSMATA) recently announced the winners of their annual Exemplary Media Arts Awards, an online exhibition that showcases the work of media artists students. Two Commercial Art students Maria Damiani and Timothy Fernandez received the Presidents’ award for their artwork. This award is given to students whose entire body of work meets a specific set of criteria including a creative approach and is visually and technically outstanding. Maria and Timothy join a list of students from the Lower Hudson region who were recognized for their originality and overall vision.
News Feed - Center for Career Services 2023-24