Board Update
Highlights
January 2026
Mr. Michael Rullo to serve as Interim District Superintendent On October 21, the Sullivan BOCES Board of Education officially appointed Mr. Michael Rullo as Interim District Superintendent, effective January 1, 2026. This appointment follows the retirement of Dr. Robert M. Dufour on December 31, 2025.
Michael Rullo
In accordance with New York State Education Department protocols, Commissioner Betty A. Rosa designated Mr. Rullo to serve in this interim capacity. As the current District Superintendent of the Delaware-ChenangoMadison-Otsego (DCMO) BOCES, Mr. Rullo brings an extensive background in rural education leadership and strategic planning that aligns seamlessly with the mission of Sullivan BOCES. To ensure continuity during this interim period, the Board has also appointed Ms. Susan Schmidt as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, she will manage the dayto-day operations of the BOCES – a responsibility she has successfully navigated during previous District Superintendent vacancies. Together, Mr. Rullo and Ms. Schmidt will work closely with the Board of Education to maintain the organization’s goals and support component districts throughout this transition.
Sullivan BOCES Celebrates 75 Years!
On November 25, 2025, Sullivan BOCES celebrated 75 years of service, innovation, and commitment to students, educators, and the Sullivan County community. The celebration at SUNY Sullivan brought together local leaders, school representatives, and community partners to honor this milestone. Culinary students from BOCES and SUNY Sullivan teamed up to create a reception that showcased hands-on, career-focused learning. True to its mission, Sullivan BOCES also gave back. Proceeds from the commemorative journal were donated to the BOCES Backpack Program, providing food support to students in need. Thanks to sponsors and SUNY Sullivan, a $3,000 donation helped feed more than 50 families this holiday season. For generations, BOCES has been a place where students explore their passions, educators find support, and communities benefit from a shared commitment to helping every learner succeed.
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