🎉✨ Big shoutout to our amazing students who secured internships this summer! 🌟 Your hard work, hustle, and heart have paid off—and we couldn’t be prouder. Go shine bright, make waves, and show the world what you’re made of! 💼🔥 #InternGoals #FutureLeaders #ProudSchoolVibes #SummerSuccess #LevelUp #ProudtobeGST
Career Development Council, in collaboration with the staff at Winfield Elementary School @CPP Schools, hosted an Elementary Career Day for the Scholar-Roos. The Roo’s heard from presenters about space, park ranger, graphic design, carpentry, food education, fire fighters, police, including K9’s from the City of Corning and the NY State Police, and did some hands-on activities with NYSEG. Thank you to all the amazing presenters for making the day special for the students. #PROUDTOBEGST #CareerDevelopmentCouncil
🎉 Celebrating Dedication at STEM Academy! 🎉
A celebration was held at STEM Academy to honor the incredible teachers and staff for their milestone years of service to GST BOCES — from 1 year to an amazing 25 years! 💙
Your passion, commitment, and impact on students' lives do not go unnoticed. Thank you for everything you do! 🌟
👏 1 Year; 👏 5 Years; 👏 10 Years; 👏 15 Years; 👏 25 Years
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🎉 Work Hard, Play Hard! 🎉
We wrapped up an amazing year at STEM Academy with an epic End-of-Year Celebration — and it was a blast! ⚾🔥
From a friendly whiffle ball showdown to a sizzling cookout, sweet treats from the ice cream truck, and all the yard games you can imagine — we celebrated in true STEM style. 🍦🌭🎈
We capped it all off with a heartwarming year-in-review video that reminded us just how much we’ve accomplished together. 💡📽️
Here’s to a year of innovation, teamwork, and unforgettable memories! 💙
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We're Hiring: Integrated Math Teacher
Are you passionate about making math meaningful in real-world settings? GST BOCES is looking for a dynamic Integrated Math Teacher who’s ready to inspire students in Career & Technical Education programs!
📍 Location: Coopers & Wildwood Education Centers (travel required)
🛠 What We’re Looking For:
✔️ Willingness to collaborate with CTE teachers and students
✔️ Comfort teaching in non-traditional, hands-on classroom settings
✔️ Strong communication skills
✔️ A positive attitude and solid work ethic
Join a team that’s redefining how students experience math and career readiness. Make a difference where it counts!
📩 Apply today and help shape the future: https://gstboces.recruitfront.com/JobPosting?JID=31322
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🎓🔬 Hats off to our incredible STEM Academy students — your hard work, innovation, and passion have truly paid off! As we celebrate your achievements, we also send a huge shoutout to the Class of 2025 — the future is bright, and it's yours to shape! #PROUDTOBEGST
We're Hiring for Regional Summer School! ☀️📚
Passionate about helping students succeed this summer? Join our team! We’re looking for energetic, dedicated educators and support staff to make a difference during Regional Summer School.
Positions available now - apply today and help shape student success this summer!
https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/employment
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CONGRATULATIONS to our newest group of Adult Education cosmetology graduates! After completing 1,000 hours of classroom and clinical training, these students are off to take their NYS licensing exam. We cannot wait to see what wonderful things they accomplish in the beauty industry. We are still taking registrations for our upcoming daytime Cosmetology class that begins in August. If you are interested, give us a call at (607) 739-7905. #PROUDTOBEGST #ADULTEDUCATION #COSMETOLOGY
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Ms. Kara’s ASD host site classroom joined in on Career Day at Cohen Elementary—where hands-on learning met furry friends. From meeting kittens to making meaningful connections, our students were all smiles and curiosity! #PROUDTOBEGST
🎓🍽 Big congratulations to the Coopers Campus Culinary Arts Class of 2025! All six seniors have officially earned their ServSafe Manager Certification — a major milestone in the culinary world! 🧑🍳🔥 With a 100% pass rate, these talented future chefs are stepping confidently into their next chapter in food and beverage. Whether it’s the kitchen, the classroom, or the industry floor — they’re ready. Way to represent, culinarians! 👏 #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESleadership
🎉 Honoring Our Retirees – A Legacy of Impact 🎉
Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who are closing one chapter and beginning a new one—our GST BOCES retirees.
Throughout their careers, they have exemplified what it means to serve with heart, purpose, and integrity. From supporting students to inspiring colleagues, their work has left a lasting imprint on our organization and our community.
Their commitment to Service, Leadership, Collaboration, and Integrity has shaped who we are—and their legacy will continue to inspire the next generation of educators and support staff for years to come.
💐 We thank them for the laughter, the lessons, and the lives they’ve touched. Retirement is not a goodbye—it’s a celebration of everything they've helped build.
Please join us in sending best wishes to our retirees as they embark on their next great adventure. You will always be part of the GST BOCES family. 💙
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Miss Jen’s ASD host site classroom turned science into a magical moment as students released butterflies they had raised as part of their STEM lesson. From caterpillar to chrysalis to flight — what an unforgettable hands-on learning experience! #PROUDTOBEGST
🔥 Mac & Cheese Showdown at Coopers! 🔥
Our Coopers Campus Career Connections class brought the heat with 5 cheesy, crave-worthy entries in a friendly Mac & Cheese competition! 🧀👨🍳
A huge thanks to our guest judge, Mr. Mike Hayes, for taking on the tough job of tasting them all.
🥇 Congrats to Carleigh for taking the top spot with her bold and flavorful Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese!
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🏅 Celebrating a Legacy of Service 🏅
Honoring the remarkable individuals who have dedicated 20, 25, 30, and even 35 years to GST BOCES. These team members are more than employees—they are the foundation of our mission and the heart of our organization. 💙
For two, three, and even three-and-a-half decades, they have shaped lives, guided students, mentored peers, and strengthened our programs with their unwavering commitment to Service, Leadership, Collaboration, and Integrity.
Their years at GST BOCES reflect far more than longevity—they reflect purpose, resilience, and a legacy of making a difference. 🌟
Please join us in expressing our deepest gratitude for their enduring dedication. They have left lasting marks not only on our campuses—but in the lives of all who’ve had the privilege to work alongside them.
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🚀 Future careers took flight at Prattsburgh Central School! 🚀
The Career Development Council brought an unforgettable K–2 Career Day to life, giving our youngest learners a fun and hands-on look at the world of work!
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing presenters:
✈️ Caleb Cook, Pilot at Corning Incorporated
⚖️ Shawn Sauro, Chief Defender for Steuben County
🔬 Zoe Learner-Ponterio with SPIF Cornell
🦙 Jeff & Leslie Jorritsma from Autumn Mist Alpaca Farm
🥗 Tina Hoad from Prattsburgh Central’s Cafeteria
From flying planes to defending justice, feeding students to farming alpacas—it was a day full of inspiration and curiosity! 💡👩🚀👨🔬
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🎉 Career Day at Ridge Road Elementary! 🎉
On June 3, Ridge Road Elementary School partnered with the Career Development Council to host our Annual Career Day — a day packed with inspiration, curiosity, and hands-on career exploration for our students!
🚓🚑🧑⚖️ From law enforcement and healthcare to engineering and media, students had the chance to meet real-world professionals and learn how their classroom learning connects to exciting careers.
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible community and family volunteers from:
👮 NYS Police • Elmira Police Department • Chemung County Sheriff
🚑 Guthrie • Bath VA • Arnot Ogden Medical Center
📺 WENY • Chemung County Court
🍽️ Texas Roadhouse • Tim Collins
⚡ NYSEG • Shell Corporation • Fagan Engineers
⭐ Tompkins County Sheriff
Your time, passion, and stories truly lit a spark for our future workforce! 🔥👩🎓👨🏫
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Real-World Readiness Starts Here!
Our 7th grade Family and Consumer Science students at Cohen Middle School stepped into the spotlight this week during mock interviews coordinated by the Career Development Council. 💼✨
These future professionals practiced essential skills like communication, confidence, and career readiness — all thanks to the support of our incredible community business volunteers.
👏 Huge thanks to those who gave their time to help students grow into tomorrow’s workforce!
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