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🚀 Calling All Business & Industry Partners – Current and Future! Have you checked out the Business & Industry section of our latest GST BOCES newsletter? Whether you're already collaborating with us or looking to start, this is your go-to spot! 📢 Here’s what you’ll find: ✅ How to partner with GST BOCES ✅ A chance to highlight your business if you’re hiring one of our talented students ✅ Inspiring stories of how we’ve given back to the community this school year Let’s celebrate the power of partnerships and student success—together. 🔗 https://issuu.com/proudtobegst/docs/gst_boces_spring_newsletter_2025 #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESpartnerships

👷‍♂️📸 Spotted: DOT supervisors alongside three incredible interns from our Wildwood Campus Heavy Equipment class! We're proud to partner with the Department of Transportation, who go above and beyond to support our students — from hands-on internships to career fair participation and even helping out with senior interviews. 💪 This is what real-world learning looks like. Thank you, DOT, for helping us build strong futures! #GSTBOCESpartnerships #PROUDTOBEGST

🌟 Thank You for an Amazing Day! 🌟 We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who came out to support the "Launch Lillee's Pad" 5K and Kids Fun Run! With 163 finishers in the 5K and about 30 amazing kids in the Fun Run, the day was full of energy, joy, and community spirit. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️💜 The weather was perfect, the energy was electric, and we couldn’t be happier with how the day turned out! 📊 Race Results are now live thanks to Falcon Race Timing: 👉 View Results Here: https://falconracetiming.com/racetimes/Launch%20Lillee%20Pad%205k%20Overall%202025.htm Stay tuned this week as we share: ✨ Shout-outs to our incredible sponsors 🏅 First-place male and female finishers 🙌 Appreciation for our amazing volunteers 📸 Some fantastic event photos 🏡 And exciting updates about Lillee’s Pad Thank you for being part of something truly special—we couldn’t have done it without you!

🎉 Celebrating Student Excellence at GST BOCES! 🎉 This spring, we’re incredibly proud to recognize some of our outstanding students who have demonstrated integrity, collaboration, service, and leadership across a range of prestigious programs. 🌟 🏅 SkillsUSA, FCCLA, and HOSA participants rose to the challenge and showcased their talents, dedication, and future-ready skills in competitions across the region and state. These students are not just preparing for the future — they’re leading it. 📘 Additionally, we’re thrilled to honor every student inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) this year. These individuals have earned this recognition through academic excellence, professional conduct, and a commitment to service. 👏 Let’s give a huge round of applause to all of our honorees! 👉 Read the full listing of NTHS inductees and explore all our spring highlights in the latest GST BOCES Spring Newsletter: https://issuu.com/proudtobegst/docs/gst_boces_spring_newsletter_2025 #PROUDTOBEGST

PLEASE REVIEW - Parking for the 5k Saturday Note - there will be shifted lanes (both open, just shifted) on Main St. (415) as runners/walkers will be using the shoulder on the EAST SIDE of 415. Additionally, the shoulder on the SOUTH side of 226 will be closed for runners/walkers between Main St. and the Elementary School. See the attached picture for parking information. Please ENTER the park via CHURCH ST. Please EXIT the park via MCCOY ST. Additional parking can be found behind the school (highlighted in YELLOW) and in the front school parking lot (also in YELLOW). Please DO NOT PARK along the line listed in red as that will be the START/FINISH line area for the event. Please use caution and watch for runners, walkers, and children as you navigate through town!

✨ Pampering with Purpose! ✨ Wildwood Cosmetology students from Avoca Central School brought the spa to their school during Staff Appreciation Week! 💇‍♀️💅 From shimmering hair tinsel to soothing hand exfoliations and relaxing paraffin wax treatments, Avoca staff were treated to some well-deserved self-care. 👏💖 Big thanks to our talented students for using their skills to spread joy and appreciation! 🙌 #PROUDTOBEGST

👏 As School Employee Appreciation Week wraps up, we want to thank every GST BOCES staff member for living our core values — Leadership, Integrity, Collaboration, and Service — each and every day. 💙 You lead with heart. 🛠️ You work with integrity. 🤝 You build together. 🌟 You serve with purpose. 📸 Enjoy this final highlight from our week of appreciation and pride! #ThankYouGSTBOCES #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESintegrity #GSTBOCEScollaboration #GSTBOCESleadership #GSTBOCESservice #GSTBOCESculture

Bibs are sorted, shirts and medals are ready, bags and pamphlets are prepped! Don't forget! Tonight, you can pick up your bib and pre-purchased event shirt. You can also register for the event tonight or tomorrow. $30 for the 5K $15 for the Kids Fun Run We will have a limited number of shirts available for purchase @ $20 each while supplies last. 5-630pm TODAY at the Savona Village Park pavilion.... Pick up today, sleep in tomorrow 🙃

📬 Don’t miss a moment of the momentum. Whether you're a proud parent, dedicated alum, or community champion—you’ll want to see what’s blooming this season. 💼 See special honor for two of our Adult Education grads 🎓 Celebrate an Alum Spotlight and help us bring back our Alumni CTE Hall of Fame 🛠️ Take a look at the amazing dugout project built by Coopers Campus Building Construction students for one of our partner districts—real skills, real impact! 👉 Our Spring Newsletter is packed with inspiring stories and community pride! All 21 component districts are included in each newsletter - look for your district logo. https://issuu.com/proudtobegst/docs/gst_boces_spring_newsletter_2025

GST BOCES student interns take us inside the Nurse Assisting program at Bush Campus. #GSTBOCESstudentinterncreated #GSTBOCEScommunicates #GSTBOCESculture #PROUDTOBEGST https://youtube.com/shorts/ZohpEQ6Sdzk?feature=share

🎽 Race Bib Pick-Up Reminder! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Skip the race day rush and pick up your bibs TONIGHT from 5:00–6:30 PM at the Savona Village Park! 📍 Savona Village Park 🗓️ Friday | 5:00–6:30 PM Haven’t registered yet? No problem! You can still sign up during bib pick-up and beat the crowd on race day. $30 - 5K Run/Walk $15 - Kids Fun Run See you there! 🎉

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Reminder for All Runners and Walkers! 🗺️ Don’t forget to check out the official 5K and Kid’s Fun Run routes before race day! Whether you're chasing a PR or just out to have fun, knowing the course helps you stay prepared and safe. 📍Route maps will be provided at bib pickup 👟 Let’s get ready to run (or walk)!

🎉 Huge thanks to Becky for an unforgettable, action-packed day of Adventure-Based Learning! 🙌 Bush Campus New Visions Health students stepped out of their comfort zones and into a day full of challenges, growth, and courage—as they prepare to leap boldly into their bright futures! 🚀💡#PROUDTOBEGST

💇‍♀️✨ Ready to glow up your career? Our Adult Education Cosmetology Class at the Wildwood Campus (Hornell, NY) is almost full — only a few seats left! Get hands-on with hair, skincare, nails & waxing as you complete 1,000 hours of NYS-approved training. This is your path to becoming a licensed cosmetologist! 📅 Starts May 15, 2025 🕒 Classes: Mon–Wed | 3:00–9:00 PM Whether you’re starting fresh or chasing a dream, this is your moment. 💫 📞 Call now to claim your spot: (607) 739-7905 #PROUDTOBEGST #ADULTEDUCATION #COSMETOLOGY #CareerGlowUp #FutureStylist #WildwoodCampus

🎉 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors! 🎉 We want to give a heartfelt THANK YOU to the incredible sponsors who have stepped up to support our "Launch Lillee's Pad" 5K and the "Lillee's Pad" Project. 💜 Without your generous support, this project simply wouldn't be possible. You've shown that you're not just companies—you’re changemakers committed to making a real difference in YOUR community. 🙌 Let’s celebrate these amazing businesses who are helping bring Lillee’s Pad to life! 💫 Platinum Sponsors: GST BOCES Harbor Freight Tools for Schools ACP Custom Mix Concrete Corning Inc. Southern Tier Running Club Tim Hubbard Gravel Supply Laborers' Local 785 The Robie Family Silver Sponsors: uMUVfit Coopers Paint Masters - Class of 2025 Savona Fire Department CareFirstNY Simmons-Rockwell Corning Natural Gas Elmira Structures, Inc. The Driskell Family Bronze Sponsors: Kings Market Tokar Disposal Goodrich Auto Works Coopers Auto Tech - Class of 2025 Saurbaugh Financial Services Adrian & Son Repair Additional Sponsors: The heART Studio The Peterson Family 🎉 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors! 🎉

🎉 School Employee Appreciation Week! 🎉 Service is at the heart of everything we do. 💙 Today’s Employee Spotlight stories highlight individuals who go above and beyond in their commitment to serving students, colleagues, and the community under "Employee Spotlight" at https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/celebrations #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESculture

🎉 NYS FFA Convention Highlights! 🐄🐓🌿 Our Coopers Campus Animal Science students are making the most of the NYS FFA Convention! Yesterday was packed with hands-on fun — from building birdhouses to learning livestock showmanship and more! 👩‍🌾🛠️🐑 Special shoutout to our 3 incredible Agriscience participants who rocked their poster presentations and speeches! 👏📊🎤 Today, the excitement continues with the Vet Science Competition and Quiz Bowl — good luck to all our students competing! 💪🧠🐾 #PROUDTOBEGST

📍 Proud to Partner! Our Wildwood Campus Nurse Assisting students delivered a GST BOCES partnership sign during their clinical rotations at Elderwood in Hornell, NY! 🩺💙 We're incredibly grateful to Elderwood for being such a dedicated partner—supportive, welcoming, and always invested in the success of our future healthcare heroes. 🙌 Partnerships like these make hands-on learning possible and meaningful. Thank you, Elderwood! #GSTBOCESpartnerships #PROUDTOBEGST

📣 Proud to Partner! 🤝 🔥 A huge shoutout to Chief Frank Brzozowski of the Hornell Fire Department! 🔥 We were proud to present him with a P2P award during his recent visit to our campus, where he led Stop the Bleed training for our Criminal Justice and Heavy Equipment seniors. 👮‍♂️🛠️ The Hornell Fire Department is an incredible community partner—supporting our students with: ✅ Hands-on training ✅ Career Fair participation ✅ Student internships ✅ Senior Interview Day involvement Thank you for your commitment to the next generation of first responders and skilled professionals! 🙌 #GSTBOCESpartnerships #PROUDTOBEGST

🦙🎓 Petting Zoo Day – Hosted by Coopers Campus Animal Science! 🐣🌿 Come meet the animals and the students who care for them! Join us on Friday, May 16 for a fun and educational Petting Zoo experience brought to you by the Coopers Campus Animal Science program in collaboration with "2 Barn Farm" owner Tammy Sweet. 🐐🐇🐓 👩‍🔬 Learn how our students work hands-on with animals 🤝 Interact with goats, bunnies, chickens & more 🎉 Perfect for kids, families, and curious minds of all ages 📍 Coopers Campus, Building 9 🕙 4 PM – 7 PM Let’s celebrate animal science in action. 🧪❤️🐾 Questions can be directed to hbush@gstboces.org. #PROUDTOBEGST