About Us
Welcome to the Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego Board of Cooperative Educational Services, a leading-edge regional educational agency that provides services in partnership with 16 local school districts.
DCMO BOCES is one of just 37 BOCES that partner with school districts throughout New York State to help meet students' evolving educational needs through cost-effective and relevant programs. BOCES were created in 1948 by the New York State Legislature. More information about BOCES in New York State and their history can be found by clicking on the BOCES of New York State logo to the right.
Employing over 400 staff members, DCMO BOCES is a regional educational agency providing services in partnership with 16 local school districts covering 1825 square miles in Upstate New York. DCMO staff work not only on our two instructional campuses and our Support Services Center, but many are working in the schools of our school districts.
DCMO BOCES is governed by a seven member Board of Education selected by the school boards of our sixteen component districts, and is led by District Superintendent Michael Rullo. Mr. Rullo serves as the BOCES chief executive officer and has a cabinet of six administrators to support him and the Board in the management of the BOCES.
DCMO BOCES offers a wide range of services to component schools, municipalities, and students at our educational facilities. From PK–12 Educational Services to Instructional Support Services that support educators throughout the region, BOCES caters to the needs of our schools and their students. DCMO also offers a variety of Management Services such as printing, safety/risk management, and business office support to the school districts in our region.
Contact
Michael Rullo
District Superintendent
Dori Bates
Secretary to the District Superintendent
(607) 335-1233
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Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Our Mission:
We provide innovative programs to ensure all learners have access to opportunities and services that support the work of all stakeholders.
Our Vision:
We are a future-minded, learner-focused leader in developing partnerships, excellence in programming, and opportunities for the students of our region to be empowered and engaged.
Our Core Values:
We believe that we can achieve our vision and accomplish our mission if, in all of our work, we strive to model our core values:
Integrity: honesty, fairness, and adherence to moral and ethical principles.
Personal and Collective Accountability: taking responsibility for one's
actions and decisions, both individually and as a group.
Care, Empathy, and Respect for Others: treating others with dignity and
consideration while fostering a healthy and respectful work environment
that promotes kindness and compassion.
Supportive: providing help and encouragement to others, fostering a nurturing and positive environment.
Open-mindedness: encouraging the acceptance and consideration of different opinions and ideas, promoting diversity and inclusivity.
Freedom to Grow: the importance of personal and professional
development, allowing for learning, growth, and even failure.
Collaboration: working together to achieve common goals, fostering teamwork and cooperation.
Build Strong Partnerships: working with component districts, community,
other stakeholders, and business partners to build strong relationships,
achieve excellence, and support regional initiatives.
