WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Globe Building in Watertown was a hub of activity on Friday as community leaders cut the ribbon on a new space for BOCES students.

“This is a transformational moment for downtown Watertown and for all of our students here at BOCES,” said Jefferson-Lewis BOCES Superintendent Stephen Todd.

Nursing students will learn there with the latest technology, including state-of-the-art mannequins.

Moving the program to downtown Watertown comes as overall enrollment at BOCES has jumped from 1,000 students to 1,500.

“It’s wonderful because students have more opportunities. But for our employers in the area, it’s another great win because this is a workforce development engine. We need every one of those folks in skilled trades, in medical careers, and we’re excited

See Full Page