What is SETRC?

Special Education Training Resource Center (SETRC) is a federally-funded,
Statewide performance based network or professional development specialists who assist school districts in the development, implementation and evaluation of research validated principles which results in improved student performance. There are over 40 SETRC locations throughout New York State and most are based within BOCES systems that serve several school districts and counties. However, the five large urban areas have a SETRC located within the city. The Rochester City SETRC serves only Rochester City Schools.
Currently, all SETRC are required to devote the majority (80%) of their time, energy and resources to a limited number of buildings for three to five years. This focused, “targeted” support is based on building data and must include measurable outcomes that align with the District’s CSPD goals and address needs identified in School Improvement Plans. SETRC can also provide some training and technical assistance to “district wide” and regional initiatives.


The New York State SETRC Mission Statement
The Mission of the SETRC network is to support the NYSED/VESID mission in preparing students with disabilities for lifelong success through quality staff development.

New York State SETRC Vision Statement
SETRC is a performance based network of professional development
specialists who assist local districts and stakeholders to develop, implement and evaluate plans based on research-validated principles which result in improved student performance.

Rochester SETRC is: