The Washington, Saratoga, Warren, Hamilton and Essex County BOCES is preparing for a major expansion.

The group is in the planning phase of a new project called "Vision 2027: Future Focused Facilities Project."

Officials say this is necessary as enrollment in its exceptional learners division and career and technical education programs continues to increase.

The new project will see all instructional programs housed on one campus located on a 25-acre site near Exit 16 of the Northway. Officials say the new facility will have new labs and shops and create enhanced educational settings.

EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been corrected to reflect that WSWHE BOCES, not the Capital Region BOCES, is preparing for expansion.