Dutchess BOCES

The Dutchess BOCES School Library System serves 89 participating school libraries by providing:
• library automation development and ongoing support
• professional library collection and online resources
• coordination of inter-library loan
• professional development opportunities
• cooperative collection development
• access to online databases
 Dutchess BOCES School Library System

FREE is among the most popular K-12 websites maintained by the U.S. Department of Education because of the many great resources being offered by contributing federal agencies. FREE

An online learning center for teens. It features academic subject guides, reference tools, and college prep resources. highschoolace.com

• General Information • Examination Schedules • New and Revised Assessments • Elementary and Intermediate Level Examinations • Secondary Level Examinations • Chart of Diploma Requirements • Pamphlet on Elementary/Intermediate Level General Education Requirements NYS Assessments

The goal of this nonprofit site is to help high school students meet the New York State Regents requirements in English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. This project is supported by a federally-funded Title III Technology Literacy Challenge Grant. regentsprep.org

Contains information about preparing for the SATs, taking the SATs, finding the right college, and paying for college. You can also find the nearest SAT testing location and sign up online. testpreview.com

A great resource for applying to colleges. You can fill out online applications for over 1500 college and university programs. collegenet.com

Search a database of 3800 schools to find the one that is right for you. Also contains articles on what to look for when trying to find a college based on your major. collegeview.com

The goal of FinaidFacts.org is to provide a free and accurate financial aid resource for students progressing in their education. finaidfacts.org

The NYS Higher Education Service Corporation is the state agency that helps people pay for college. HESC administers the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and 25 other grant, scholarship, and loan programs, guarantees federal student and parent loans, offers guidance for college planning, and provides a highly-rated 529 college savings plan. hesc.ny.gov

Contains resources to help you find a college, write an admissions essay, and apply for financial aid. petersons.com

The goal of this website is to educate students about scholarship access and the necessary requirements for achieving maximum financial aid. They explain how college funding works, the types of scholarships available, how to find them and how to apply for them. In addition, they provide their information free of charge. mycollegescholarship.org

State University of New York. 64 campuses offering a total of 5100 classes. suny.edu

(SSP) is a two-week residential program for high achieving students attending high schools in Dutchess County. The Summer Scholars Program provides challenging academic opportunities for a selected number of 10th and 11th graders from high schools in Dutchess County. Students who are invited to participate will have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, intellectual potential, and creativity as evidenced in their SSP application. For many more details about the program, read through its description: Summer Scholars Program. Summer Scholars

The mission of the DCWIB is to foster a skilled and competitive workforce by promoting an understanding of workforce trends and issues in a dynamic economy and to facilitate lifelong learning for individuals and businesses. The DCWIB is positioned to engage the community and together define the look and versatility of the Dutchess County workforce, on both the supply and demand sides. dcwib.org

Our mission is to serve employers and job seekers and to contribute to the economy of Dutchess County by increasing employment efficiency. We work cooperatively with related community agencies allowing us to be a true one-stop employment resource. dutchessworks.com

[From Audiology to Surgical Technology] medicalcareerinfo.com

The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national non-profit organization devoted exclusively to the needs of elementary, middle and high school students with a dedicated interest in technology. Assisting TSA's student members is a strong support system of educators, alumni, parents and business leaders who believe in the importance of a technologically literate society. tsaweb.org