Education in Clinton County is Building Skills for Every Stage of Learning

The mission of the district and its community is to educate every individual to be a quality contributor to society and self. The district shall assist each student to become the following: responsible citizen, self-directed learner, effective communicator, complex thinker, health-conscious individual, and collaborative worker.

Welcome to the Chazy Central Rural School District serving the towns of Chazy, West Chazy and Champlain on the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain in Clinton County, New York. 

The Northeastern Clinton Central School District will create an effective school environment where all students are life-long learners, reach their maximum potential, and are prepared to excel in a complex, interconnected, ever-changing world.

The mission of the Northern Adirondack Central School District, in partnership with family and community, is to educate students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

We prepare our students to be fulfilled, empowered individuals and contributors to their community by providing an engaging, challenging and supportive learning environment.  We are the heart of a learning community that supports all members in growth, learning and achievement through a wide variety of experiences.

At Plattsburgh High School, our mission is to prepare students to be college and career ready through the teaching and learning of 21st century skills. We strive to ensure that PHS is a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for learning and working.

Our mission is to provide learning experiences that foster excellence, empowering all students to achieve their greatest potential, and preparing them for the challenges of 21st-century society. To offer nurturing support that will help students apply acquired knowledge in life situations and achieve their goals.

Career and Technical Education Meets Workforce Demand

Champlain Valley Educational Services' CV-TEC program is recognized across New York State for excellence in technical training. Its new 60,000-square-foot facility will expand programs that prepare students for high-demand fields like advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and skilled trades. Through partnerships with local employers, CV-TEC builds direct job pipelines that help young people begin their careers in Clinton County.

Community College Drives Local Workforce Growth

Clinton Community College continues to strengthen its role as a regional workforce hub. The college recently opened a 5,000-square-foot healthcare training center next to the local hospital, and is preparing to relocate to a new, modern campus. Roughly 75% of graduates stay in the region after earning their degrees—a clear sign of strong local opportunity and community connection.

Higher Education Anchors the Region's Knowledge Economy

SUNY Plattsburgh provides more than 70 academic programs, offering four-year degrees that prepare graduates for professional and technical careers. The college's partnerships with regional employers ensure that graduates have the skills needed to succeed in today's industries, from life sciences and education, to technology and business.