Inclusive Learning Environments
The Central Regional Partnership Center (CRPC) works collaboratively to improve equity, access, and outcomes for students with disabilities from early childhood through school age.
Empowering educators, families, and community organizations through professional development and coordinated support, the CRPC is part of the NYS Office of Special Education Educational Partnership network. Together, we build capacity to foster inclusive, high-quality learning environments for all students.
Our Partnership
The CRPC provides evidence-based training, technical assistance, and resources for schools, families, and community organizations working with students with disabilities.
Through regional collaboration and ongoing professional development, we aim to improve outcomes, close equity gaps, and support the implementation of best practices across early childhood and school-age programs.
Our specialists offer training on a wide range of topics, from inclusive instructional strategies to family engagement practices, all grounded in the goals of the New York State Education Department Office of Special Education.
Learn more about Educational Partnership below.
CRPC Resource Departments
We support and empower schools, families and communities to improve equity, access, opportunities and outcomes for students with disabilities. Our team of Specialists and Educators provide professional development to schools, agencies, families and the community.
Family and Community Trainings
We support and empower schools, families and communities to improve equity, access, opportunities and outcomes for students with disabilities. Our team of Specialists and Educators provide professional development to schools, agencies, families and the community.
Training to support teachers and professionals in Early Childhood development.
For Professionals:
Creating the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Preschool
September 18, 2026, 9:00am-12:00pm, Jefferson Lewis BOCES, Large PES Conference Room
Addressing Challenging Behaviors
October 21, 2026, 9:00am-12:00pm, Madison-Oneida BOCES Tri-Plex Building
Nurturing Responsive Relationships
November 5, 2026, 9:00am-12:00pm, Jefferson-Lewis BOCES, Large PES Conference Room
Creating the IEP for Preschool
December 9, 2026, 9:00am-12:00pm, Herkimer BOCES Gateway Center, Bridge Room
For Families:
The Power of Establishing Routines with Young Children
October 27, 2026, 9:00-10:00am, Virtual
Specially Designed Instruction: A Guide for Families and Caregivers
November 3, 2026, 9:00-10:00am, Virtual
Training to support teachers and professionals for School Age students.
For Professionals
Agency 101 for Educators and Families Kickoff Series (Formerly Navigating Adult Services)
September 11th, 12:00-2:00pm, Virtual
For Families
Professional Development
Please reference our calendar below for upcoming trainings provided by our specialists. All event information, including how to register, is included in the event details. We look forward to working with you!
Please confirm workshop location before registering. We offer trainings at multiple sites throughout the year.
Program Director
Tracy Largett is the Director and Systems Change Facilitator for the Central Region Partnership Center. The Director helps to manaage regional and district needs assessments and deploying the resources of the specialists, under the direction of the New York State Education Department Office of Special Education.
Resources
Contact Us
BOCES Programs for Exceptional Students
Tracy Largett, Director, System Change Facilitator
(518) 764-4989
tlargett@boces.com
Educational Partnership
The Educational Partnership is a coordinated and cohesive network of support focused on enhancing services and supports for students with disabilities from early childhood and school-age education to engagement in post-school opportunities.
