MONROE 1 BOCES

Monroe 1 BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services) is a regional educational service agency located in Fairport, New York, that serves as a vital resource for school districts in Monroe County. Rather than functioning as a traditional K-12 school, it operates as a cooperative extension of local districts, providing specialized programs and services that individual districts might not be able to offer on their own. Their mission is to foster student success by delivering high-quality educational, administrative, and technical support to the diverse communities they serve.

The organization is widely recognized for its robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, which prepare high school students for skilled trades, healthcare, technology, and various professional pathways through hands-on, industry-aligned training. Additionally, Monroe 1 BOCES provides comprehensive support for special education students, itinerant services for district faculty, professional development for educators, and administrative technology solutions. By pooling resources across multiple districts, they play a critical role in leveling the playing field, ensuring that all students—regardless of their home district—have access to advanced learning opportunities and personalized support.