⭐️ GST BOCES Coopers Campus: Business & Industry Interviews ⭐️
We’re gearing up for a three day campus‑wide event at the GST BOCES Coopers Campus, where all CTE and New Visions seniors will participate in our annual Business & Industry Interviews!
This event brings together students from every program area—Career & Technical Education and New Visions—giving them the chance to practice professional interviewing, connect with experts in their fields, and explore future career pathways.
📣 Calling all business and industry partners!
We are seeking professionals who are interested in interviewing our seniors and supporting the next generation of skilled workers and community leaders.
If you’d like to participate, please reach out using the contact information listed on the event flyer. Sign up today!
📅 March 24, 25, 26
📍 GST BOCES Coopers Campus
We appreciate your partnership and support in helping our students shine!
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESpartnerships
We’re gearing up for a three day campus‑wide event at the GST BOCES Coopers Campus, where all CTE and New Visions seniors will participate in our annual Business & Industry Interviews!
This event brings together students from every program area—Career & Technical Education and New Visions—giving them the chance to practice professional interviewing, connect with experts in their fields, and explore future career pathways.
📣 Calling all business and industry partners!
We are seeking professionals who are interested in interviewing our seniors and supporting the next generation of skilled workers and community leaders.
If you’d like to participate, please reach out using the contact information listed on the event flyer. Sign up today!
📅 March 24, 25, 26
📍 GST BOCES Coopers Campus
We appreciate your partnership and support in helping our students shine!
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESpartnerships
✨ Character Day Magic! ❄️
Miss Jo from our kindergarten ASD classroom recently brought pure Disney magic to Character Day at our Cohen Elementary host site! Dressed as Elsa, she lit up the room—and our students were absolutely thrilled. 💙
Moments like these make learning joyful, inclusive, and unforgettable. #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture #GSTBOCESprograms
Miss Jo from our kindergarten ASD classroom recently brought pure Disney magic to Character Day at our Cohen Elementary host site! Dressed as Elsa, she lit up the room—and our students were absolutely thrilled. 💙
Moments like these make learning joyful, inclusive, and unforgettable. #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture #GSTBOCESprograms
🚀 Jumpstart Your Future at the GST BOCES STEM Academy!
The GST STEM Academy blends the feel of college with real workplace experience. Students follow a customized 4–6 year pathway filled with hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world projects—graduating with a high school diploma AND a college degree.
After exploring careers for two years, students choose from exciting degree pathways like:
🔹 Chemical Technology
🔹 Computer & Network Technology
🔹 Community & Public Health
🔹 Electrical Technology
🔹 Environmental Science
🔹 Machine Tool Technology
🔹 Mechatronics
🔹 Mechanical Technology
🔹 Nursing
🌟 Real skills. Real experience. Real opportunities.
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms
The GST STEM Academy blends the feel of college with real workplace experience. Students follow a customized 4–6 year pathway filled with hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world projects—graduating with a high school diploma AND a college degree.
After exploring careers for two years, students choose from exciting degree pathways like:
🔹 Chemical Technology
🔹 Computer & Network Technology
🔹 Community & Public Health
🔹 Electrical Technology
🔹 Environmental Science
🔹 Machine Tool Technology
🔹 Mechatronics
🔹 Mechanical Technology
🔹 Nursing
🌟 Real skills. Real experience. Real opportunities.
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms
Wildwood Cosmetology students provide monthly manicures for residents at Updyke's Willow Ridge Nursing Home. #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESservice #GSTBOCESpartnerships #GSTBOCESculture
Mr. Peiser’s class at our SVE host site jumped into ELA with The Incredible Book Eating Boy — and the room was filled with laughter! Students had a blast discovering all the unexpected (and hilarious!) ways we learn from books. 📚😂 Their curiosity—and creativity—were on full display! #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms #GSTBOCESculture
🌿 Wellness Challenge – Round 2 🌿
Our Wellness groups have been busy spreading positivity! From Valentine’s Day fun and birthday celebrations to honoring a colleague for her 27 years at GST BOCES and appreciating our school counselors, there’s been so much to celebrate. We've also recognized each other with handwritten notes — a reminder that wellness comes in many forms.
#GSTBOCESculture #PROUDTOBEGST
Our Wellness groups have been busy spreading positivity! From Valentine’s Day fun and birthday celebrations to honoring a colleague for her 27 years at GST BOCES and appreciating our school counselors, there’s been so much to celebrate. We've also recognized each other with handwritten notes — a reminder that wellness comes in many forms.
#GSTBOCESculture #PROUDTOBEGST
⭐️ GST BOCES Bush Campus: Business & Industry Interviews ⭐️
We’re excited to welcome business and industry partners to our Bush Campus for our Campus‑Wide and New Visions Business & Industry Interviews!
Learn how GST BOCES programs prepare students to be employable and future ready:
CTE Programs:
🐾 Animal Science
🎧 Audio Media Design
🚗 Automotive Technology
🔧 Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology
💇 Cosmetology
👮 Criminal Justice
🍳 Culinary Arts
🎨 Digital Media Arts
👶 Early Childhood
👗 Fashion Design, Merchandising & Marketing
🩺 Nurse Assisting
⚙️ Precision Machining
💼 Professional Business Financial Technology
New Visions Programs:
❤️ Health Careers
🤝 Human Services & Education
🚀 Innovation, Leadership & Business
This is an incredible opportunity for our students to connect with real-world professionals, practice industry interviewing, and explore future career pathways.
📣 Business & industry partners interested in participating:
Please reach out using the contact information on the event flyer! Reserve your space by March 24.
📅 March 31 and May 6
📍 GST BOCES Bush Campus
We’re excited to welcome business and industry partners to our Bush Campus for our Campus‑Wide and New Visions Business & Industry Interviews!
Learn how GST BOCES programs prepare students to be employable and future ready:
CTE Programs:
🐾 Animal Science
🎧 Audio Media Design
🚗 Automotive Technology
🔧 Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology
💇 Cosmetology
👮 Criminal Justice
🍳 Culinary Arts
🎨 Digital Media Arts
👶 Early Childhood
👗 Fashion Design, Merchandising & Marketing
🩺 Nurse Assisting
⚙️ Precision Machining
💼 Professional Business Financial Technology
New Visions Programs:
❤️ Health Careers
🤝 Human Services & Education
🚀 Innovation, Leadership & Business
This is an incredible opportunity for our students to connect with real-world professionals, practice industry interviewing, and explore future career pathways.
📣 Business & industry partners interested in participating:
Please reach out using the contact information on the event flyer! Reserve your space by March 24.
📅 March 31 and May 6
📍 GST BOCES Bush Campus
Working Worlds for Educators!
Deadline to register is Friday, February 27th
Deadline to register is Friday, February 27th
Our Coopers Campus New Visions ILB class recently visited the National Soaring Museum for an engaging and informative tour. Students explored the history and science of gliding through interactive exhibits and historic aircraft displays.
A highlight of the trip was when Lilian used the flight simulator to fly and successfully land a glider. Lilian, who plans to pursue aerospace engineering in college and beyond, found the experience especially inspiring.
The fascinating trip was enjoyed by everyone and provided a meaningful, real-world learning experience for the entire class.
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture #GSTBOCESprograms #GSTBOCESleadership
A highlight of the trip was when Lilian used the flight simulator to fly and successfully land a glider. Lilian, who plans to pursue aerospace engineering in college and beyond, found the experience especially inspiring.
The fascinating trip was enjoyed by everyone and provided a meaningful, real-world learning experience for the entire class.
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture #GSTBOCESprograms #GSTBOCESleadership
🔥 The Phoenix Fury are on FIRE! 🔥
Our Special Olympics Floorball team from Phoenix Academy—The Phoenix Fury—had an incredible two-weekend run!
Coached by the amazing Jamie Madison and Caitlin DiPetta, our athletes competed in the Regional Tournament on 2/14 and the Winter State Games on 2/21… and brought home GOLD at BOTH events! 🥇🥇
This past weekend at the State Games in Rochester, our team defeated the Albany Mighty Pucks 9-3, and the Buffalo Storm 6-4. Over the 2 tournaments, we had goals from Austin Manning, Faith Bound, Ryan Tyler, Isaiah White, Bentley Hartman, and Devlyn Kihm. On defense, Keegan Burlew and Lucas Malanoski were like a brick wall! And our goalies, Jonathan VanZile and Angel Baldick, were incredible, stopping goal after goal.
We are so proud of their hard work, teamwork, and unstoppable spirit.
But what made us the most proud wasn’t just the wins—it was how kind, appreciative, and gracious our athletes were all weekend long. Their sportsmanship truly shined. 💙Go Phoenix Fury! 💙🔥
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture #GSTBOCESprograms
Our Special Olympics Floorball team from Phoenix Academy—The Phoenix Fury—had an incredible two-weekend run!
Coached by the amazing Jamie Madison and Caitlin DiPetta, our athletes competed in the Regional Tournament on 2/14 and the Winter State Games on 2/21… and brought home GOLD at BOTH events! 🥇🥇
This past weekend at the State Games in Rochester, our team defeated the Albany Mighty Pucks 9-3, and the Buffalo Storm 6-4. Over the 2 tournaments, we had goals from Austin Manning, Faith Bound, Ryan Tyler, Isaiah White, Bentley Hartman, and Devlyn Kihm. On defense, Keegan Burlew and Lucas Malanoski were like a brick wall! And our goalies, Jonathan VanZile and Angel Baldick, were incredible, stopping goal after goal.
We are so proud of their hard work, teamwork, and unstoppable spirit.
But what made us the most proud wasn’t just the wins—it was how kind, appreciative, and gracious our athletes were all weekend long. Their sportsmanship truly shined. 💙Go Phoenix Fury! 💙🔥
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture #GSTBOCESprograms
GST BOCES Bush Campus and STEM Academy will operate on a TWO HOUR DELAY today, February 23, 2026, due to inclement weather.
Exciting things going on in our Western End Exceptional Education Classrooms! Our two elementary classrooms at Wildwood are getting creative in Science and Art!
Mr. Woodworth's Class:
Students in Mr. Woodworth’s classroom are making geography both fun and tasty through a hands-on edible landforms project! Using treats like frosting, candy, crackers, and cookies, students created 3-D models of mountains, lakes, plateaus, volcanoes, and more. Hershey Kisses became mountain peaks, blue frosting turned into rivers and oceans, and graham crackers formed continents. After proudly presenting their creations to classroom guests, students enjoyed eating their projects — a sweet way to learn about Earth’s features! The excitement continues as Ms. Rose-Morley, Mrs. Cavalier, and Miss Bush prepare an interactive Valentine’s Day celebration filled with creativity, hands-on activities, and lots of smiles. Learning is truly coming to life in our classrooms!
Mrs. Hoeffner's Class:
Students in Mrs. Hoeffner’s classroom got creative during Art class by making beautiful Valentine’s Day bouquets with Mrs. Fervan (classroom TA)! Using colorful post-it notes, students crafted flowers to arrange into festive bouquets that were full of imagination and charm. This hands-on activity encouraged creativity while celebrating the holiday in a fun and meaningful way. The classroom was blooming with smiles and Valentine’s spirit!
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture
Mr. Woodworth's Class:
Students in Mr. Woodworth’s classroom are making geography both fun and tasty through a hands-on edible landforms project! Using treats like frosting, candy, crackers, and cookies, students created 3-D models of mountains, lakes, plateaus, volcanoes, and more. Hershey Kisses became mountain peaks, blue frosting turned into rivers and oceans, and graham crackers formed continents. After proudly presenting their creations to classroom guests, students enjoyed eating their projects — a sweet way to learn about Earth’s features! The excitement continues as Ms. Rose-Morley, Mrs. Cavalier, and Miss Bush prepare an interactive Valentine’s Day celebration filled with creativity, hands-on activities, and lots of smiles. Learning is truly coming to life in our classrooms!
Mrs. Hoeffner's Class:
Students in Mrs. Hoeffner’s classroom got creative during Art class by making beautiful Valentine’s Day bouquets with Mrs. Fervan (classroom TA)! Using colorful post-it notes, students crafted flowers to arrange into festive bouquets that were full of imagination and charm. This hands-on activity encouraged creativity while celebrating the holiday in a fun and meaningful way. The classroom was blooming with smiles and Valentine’s spirit!
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture
Celebrating Excellence at Coopers Campus! 🌟 We’re thrilled to recognize our January Top of the Trade students! 🏆✨ These outstanding students from each CTE program have gone above and beyond, demonstrating hard work, perseverance, strong attendance, and a positive attitude. 👏 Join us in celebrating their achievements! 🎉
Engineering in Action! ⚡🚀
We kicked things off with an electrifying guest speaker, Mr. O’Dell, who gave students a hands-on refresher on electricity and connecting circuits like pros! 💡 The energy was contagious!
The very next day, we welcomed Dr. Keenan from Alfred University, who took us into the exciting world of biomedical engineering and medicine — showing how engineering truly saves lives. 🧬✨ Even better, a Health student joined us for real cross-disciplinary collaboration—talk about teamwork!
Company rotations are going strong, and we are so grateful for the dedication and commitment of our partner companies. 🙌 Their mentorship and support make a real difference in shaping the next generation of engineers — thank you for investing in our students!
We wrapped up the week with Principles of Engineering Auto Golf…Fore! ⛳⚙️ One team even sank it in the cup! Incredible teamwork and collaboration across all groups. A huge thank you to our amazing guest lecturer, Ms. Naiem, for helping guide us through our Electrical Circuits unit. 🔌✨
Innovation. Connection. Collaboration. Circuits.
What a fantastic week to be in Engineering! 💡🔥
#GSTBOCES; #Alfred University, SOE
Our New Visions Health class turned Valentine’s Day into a celebration of kindness! 💌✨
Students created and presented Feel-Good Awards to their own classmates — recognizing the encouragers, the comedians, the quiet leaders, and the everyday difference-makers sitting right beside them. 🏆💕
There’s something special about being seen and appreciated by the people you learn with every day.
💖 Spreading Love in Human Services & Education! 💖
Our Wildwood Human Services and Education students spent time this week creating meaningful, hand‑written Valentine’s Day messages for the wonderful residents at the Taylor Health Center.
Each note was crafted with care, compassion, and the hope of brightening someone’s day. ❤️✨
These students continually show what it means to lead with kindness, serve their community, and make a positive impact—one thoughtful message at a time.
A huge thank‑you to our students for sharing their hearts, and to Taylor Health Center for allowing us to spread a little Valentine’s cheer. 💌🌷
#ProudtobeGST #GSTBOCEScollaboration #StudentLeaders #CommunityOrientedatGSTBOCES
Our Wildwood Human Services and Education students spent time this week creating meaningful, hand‑written Valentine’s Day messages for the wonderful residents at the Taylor Health Center.
Each note was crafted with care, compassion, and the hope of brightening someone’s day. ❤️✨
These students continually show what it means to lead with kindness, serve their community, and make a positive impact—one thoughtful message at a time.
A huge thank‑you to our students for sharing their hearts, and to Taylor Health Center for allowing us to spread a little Valentine’s cheer. 💌🌷
#ProudtobeGST #GSTBOCEScollaboration #StudentLeaders #CommunityOrientedatGSTBOCES
🌟 Bush Campus Exploration Night Was a Success — Now Join Us Tonight at Coopers Campus! 🌟
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Exploration Night at Wildwood Campus and Bush Campus!
Our Culinary Arts Juniors and Seniors did an incredible job demonstrating their skills, giving prospective CTE Culinary students an authentic, behind‑the‑scenes look inside the Bush Culinary kitchen. Their energy, talent, and professionalism truly showcased what our program is all about.
But the exploration isn’t over yet…
👉 Join us TONIGHT at Coopers Campus Exploration Night!
If you’re still exploring your options or want to learn more about the hands‑on, career‑focused programs available through CTE, tonight is the perfect chance.
Come see:
✨ Additional program demonstrations
✨ Tours led by knowledgeable staff and students
✨ Opportunities to talk with instructors and explore future career pathways
Don’t miss your opportunity to experience what makes our CTE programs so unique and engaging.
See you tonight at Coopers Campus! 🎓🌟
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Exploration Night at Wildwood Campus and Bush Campus!
Our Culinary Arts Juniors and Seniors did an incredible job demonstrating their skills, giving prospective CTE Culinary students an authentic, behind‑the‑scenes look inside the Bush Culinary kitchen. Their energy, talent, and professionalism truly showcased what our program is all about.
But the exploration isn’t over yet…
👉 Join us TONIGHT at Coopers Campus Exploration Night!
If you’re still exploring your options or want to learn more about the hands‑on, career‑focused programs available through CTE, tonight is the perfect chance.
Come see:
✨ Additional program demonstrations
✨ Tours led by knowledgeable staff and students
✨ Opportunities to talk with instructors and explore future career pathways
Don’t miss your opportunity to experience what makes our CTE programs so unique and engaging.
See you tonight at Coopers Campus! 🎓🌟
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms
🚀 CTE Exploration Night tonight at Coopers Campus! 🚀
Curious about hands-on careers and programs that turn your interests into skills? Come explore our CTE programs and see what your future could look like!
📍 Coopers Campus: February 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Meet instructors, tour labs, and get a firsthand look at the programs that prepare students for careers in technology, health, trades, and more.
Your future starts here—don’t miss it! ✨
https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111
Curious about hands-on careers and programs that turn your interests into skills? Come explore our CTE programs and see what your future could look like!
📍 Coopers Campus: February 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Meet instructors, tour labs, and get a firsthand look at the programs that prepare students for careers in technology, health, trades, and more.
Your future starts here—don’t miss it! ✨
https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111
✨ Bush Campus Culinary Arts Welcomes Executive Chef Robert Dumas! ✨
Yesterday, our Culinary Arts students had the incredible opportunity to learn from Executive Chef Robert Dumas of Paul Smith’s College. We are truly grateful to the college and to Chef Dumas for taking the time to visit and share his expertise.
Chef Dumas led a fantastic Chicken Fabrication Demonstration that was both informative and inspiring. The hands-on learning experience allowed our students to sharpen their skills and dive deeper into their culinary creativity.
Thank you again to Paul Smith’s College and Chef Dumas for an unforgettable and educational visit! 👨🍳🔪🍗
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms #GSTBOCESpartnerships #GSTBOCEScollaboration
Yesterday, our Culinary Arts students had the incredible opportunity to learn from Executive Chef Robert Dumas of Paul Smith’s College. We are truly grateful to the college and to Chef Dumas for taking the time to visit and share his expertise.
Chef Dumas led a fantastic Chicken Fabrication Demonstration that was both informative and inspiring. The hands-on learning experience allowed our students to sharpen their skills and dive deeper into their culinary creativity.
Thank you again to Paul Smith’s College and Chef Dumas for an unforgettable and educational visit! 👨🍳🔪🍗
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms #GSTBOCESpartnerships #GSTBOCEScollaboration
✨ New Visions Exploration Night at Coopers Campus ✨
Accelerated programs. Real skills. Your future starts here!
New Visions courses are designed for college-bound seniors who are motivated, mature, and ready for a challenge. Learn through hands-on, independent, and experiential methods, including on-site rotations.
Explore programs like:
💉 Health Careers Exploration
🤝 Human Services & Education
💡 Innovation, Leadership & Business
📍 Coopers: Feb 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Meet instructors. Try it out. See yourself here!
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms #GSTBOCESculture
https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643134
Accelerated programs. Real skills. Your future starts here!
New Visions courses are designed for college-bound seniors who are motivated, mature, and ready for a challenge. Learn through hands-on, independent, and experiential methods, including on-site rotations.
Explore programs like:
💉 Health Careers Exploration
🤝 Human Services & Education
💡 Innovation, Leadership & Business
📍 Coopers: Feb 11 | 4:30–6:30 PM
Meet instructors. Try it out. See yourself here!
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESprograms #GSTBOCESculture
https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643134
