Career and Technical Education at Wilson Tech
Technical and trade education courses are offered in a wide range of occupations by the Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) at three centers on a half-day basis. These programs are either one or two-year courses of study and are usually entered in junior or senior year. Students who are interested in this program should see their counselor for further information as soon as possible. Since registration is limited, the filing of the application does not guarantee inclusion in the program. The counselor has complete descriptions of the programs, will arrange for a visit to the centers and distribute the application forms. Students entering the second year of a two-year program must reapply.
Because of limited space requirements, not all applications will be accepted. Acceptance is based on school record, attendance, BOCES visitation, and recommendation by the placement team (Grade Level Administrator, Guidance Counselor). Students who are accepted into the program must comply with the Kings Park School District’s Attendance Policy and Wilson Tech (in all classes). Failure to comply will result in removal from BOCES. Student also may not be failing more than one course or state exam required for graduation. The new standards and assessments have made meeting graduation requirements much more stringent. Student cannot have an attendance problem at Kings Park High School or Wilson Technological Center.
If a student is interested in attending a program at the Wilson Technological Center they must complete the process described below:
Students will fill out an application in which they explain how the Wilson Tech program they wish to take fits their career choice and post high school plans. The parent and student will meet with the counselor to review the career plan and determine if Wilson Tech is a viable option for the student. Student progress will be assessed by November 1st of the school year for continuance in respective program. Year I Wilson Tech students must complete the above process to receive permission to continue into Year II. Any student who fails Year I cannot return.
Wilson Tech Website
http://www.wilsontech.org/
High School Tech Programs
http://www.wilsontech.org/high-school-students