CDOS Work-Based Learning
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Work-Based Learning is an important aspect of all students’ educational experiences, which provides our students with the knowledge, confidence and skills necessary to succeed in a highly competitive workforce. By extending the classroom experience to involve our community, we give our students opportunities to connect academics to real work experiences.
In September 2015, TST BOCES was awarded a three-year Program Development Grant to Prepare Students with Disabilities to Exit School with Work Readiness Skills, commonly called the CDOS Grant. The purpose of the grant was to increase students with disabilities’ access to and participation in career and technical education (CTE) coursework, instruction in the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) learning standards and work–based learning opportunities to fulfill requirements for the award of the New York State CDOS Commencement Credential.
Funds from the CDOS grant were used to develop this website, which contains information and resources for parents, teachers and students. For more information about the grant or the resources found on this page, contact David Barr, Assistant Superintendent for Student Services.
Contact Us
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David Barr
Assistant Superintendent for Student Services
607-257-1551, ext. 5002
dbarr@tstboces.org
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Benefits to Community
- Fosters community knowledge and involvement
- Promotes good citizenship
- Reinforces universal work values
- Connects business models to educational systems
- Provides mutually beneficial mentoring opportunities
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Benefits to Employers
- Enhance workforce diversity
- Strengthen relationships between school and community
- Help future workers develop a clear understanding of workplace expectations
- Build a potential pool of skilled and motivated workers
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Benefits to Students
- Learn entry-level, work-readiness skills and perform authentic tasks
- Connect classroom learning to workplace experiences, making academics more relevant
- Learn to navigate workplace systems
- Increase knowledge of post-secondary career paths and options
- Make community connections