New Visions Innovation, Leadership and Business (ILB) is a college-bound, senior-level program for high-achieving students ready for a capstone experience in teamwork, leadership, communication, research, creative problem-solving, and entrepreneurship.
Students collaborate with like-minded peers in a hands-on, real-world environment. Participants explore business ideas, pursue entrepreneurial projects, and gain experience through multi-week job shadowing at local companies.
If you’re motivated, ambitious, and ready to take charge of your future, NVILB gives you the freedom, guidance, and experiences to turn your ideas into action. 🚀
Learn more about New Visions programs: https://www.gstboces.org/page/new-visions
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Nurse Assisting prepares students for meaningful, in-demand careers in hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health care, and residential care settings. This hands-on program focuses on direct patient care, with an emphasis on geriatrics, while teaching essential skills used every day in healthcare environments.
Students learn to use medical equipment, follow infection control procedures, and perform medical and surgical techniques. The program also introduces pathways in nursing, radiology, physical and occupational therapy, and mental health.
After successful completion, students graduate with a marketable résumé and are eligible to sit for the New York State Certified Nurse Assisting (CNA) exam.
If you’re compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a difference in people’s lives, this program is a powerful first step into healthcare.
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Learn more about Nurse Assisting: https://www.gstboces.org/page/nurse-assisting or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111


Our Criminal Justice students had an incredible opportunity to visit the NYS Forensic Lab! We are so grateful for this hands-on learning experience.
Students were split into three groups where they explored:
🔍 Fingerprint Presentation & Matching Game
🚨 Mock Crime Scene Investigation
🧪 Lab Tour with Latent Print Development Techniques
This was an unforgettable day that brought classroom learning to life. Huge thank you to the NYS Forensic Lab staff for welcoming our students and sharing their expertise!
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Design your future. Engineer your path. ⚙️📐
New Visions Engineering is a one-year, college-preparatory program for motivated high school seniors ready to explore careers in engineering. Students take classroom learning further through real-world projects and industry experiences, studying engineering fundamentals in both professional and college settings.
This program not only builds technical skills, but also strengthens problem-solving, teamwork, and communication abilities, helping students discover which branch of engineering they want to pursue in college. By year’s end, participants gain clarity, confidence, and hands-on experience to guide their next steps toward an engineering career.
If you’re driven, curious, and ready to solve real-world challenges, this program is your launchpad into the world of engineering. 🚀
Learn more about New Visions programs: https://www.gstboces.org/page/new-visions
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Offered at our Coopers Campus and Wildwood Campus, the Heavy Equipment program trains students in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the machines that drive the construction industry. Through a mix of classroom learning, hands-on instruction, and field projects, students gain real-world experience with equipment used on active job sites.
Students learn to operate backhoes, bulldozers, loaders, skid steers, excavators, dump trucks, and tractors, while also developing skills in preventative maintenance, safety, welding, small engines, and surveying. The program includes off-campus projects, senior projects, and cooperative mentoring.
Students may earn industry-recognized certifications such as CDL-B, OSHA 10, NCCER Core, CPR/AED, and more—preparing them for a wide range of high-demand careers in construction and heavy equipment operations. 💪
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Learn more about Heavy Equipment: https://www.gstboces.org/page/heavy-equipment or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

New Visions Human Services and Education is a college-bound, senior-level program for motivated students ready to explore careers in education and human services.
Through a mix of classroom learning and hands-on internships, students gain experience in classrooms, human service agencies, and family law settings, building practical skills while making a real impact in their communities. Key areas of focus include human services fundamentals, education, interdisciplinary coordination, and ethical/legal considerations.
If you’re passionate about helping others, working with diverse populations, and creating positive change, this program gives you the knowledge and experience to turn that passion into a career. 💙
Learn more about New Visions programs: https://www.gstboces.org/page/new-visions
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Digital Media Arts is a project-based program built for students interested in careers in the fast-growing world of visual communication. Students master design fundamentals like composition, color theory, layout, and typography, while also developing advanced technical skills.
Using a high-tech digital design lab, photography and video studios, and professional-level software, students create real-world projects that match their interests and career goals. Customized training modules allow motivated students to move at their own pace and complete multiple courses.
Successful students earn Adobe Certified Professional credentials—giving them a competitive edge for creative careers in design, media, and digital marketing. 🚀
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Learn more about Digital Media Arts: https://www.gstboces.org/page/digital-media-arts or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

New Visions Health Careers Exploration is a college-bound, senior-level program for motivated students ready to take their learning to the next level. This intensive program connects your academic studies to real-world health careers.
Students get a deep dive into the medical field, visiting local hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices to explore careers in medicine, nursing, veterinary care, therapy, nutrition, dentistry, psychiatry, and more.
If you’re a driven student with a passion for helping others and exploring every corner of the health industry, this program gives you hands-on exposure and insight into your future career. 🌟 Learn more about New Visions programs: https://www.gstboces.org/page/new-visions
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Our Culinary Arts program gives students hands-on experience in commercial food service while building the skills needed to succeed in the fast-paced culinary world. From kitchen basics to advanced cooking and baking, students learn everything from food safety, knife skills, stocks, sauces, and entrees to desserts, plating, and front-of-the-house operations.
This program follows National Restaurant Association standards and the ProStart curriculum, giving students a strong foundation in restaurant management, cost control, marketing, and teamwork—skills that transfer across any industry.
If you want to cook, create, and lead in the culinary world, this program teaches you the techniques, professionalism, and business sense to turn your passion into a rewarding career. 🍝👩🍳
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Learn more about Culinary Arts: https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/culinary-arts or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

Our Criminal Justice program gives students hands-on experience in law enforcement and public safety. From patrolling campus and investigating mock crime scenes to participating in disaster drills and role-plays, students develop real-world skills in crime scene investigation, law, crisis intervention, and teamwork.
In the second year, students complete internships with criminal justice agencies and can earn certifications including NYS Security Officer, FEMA, and CPR/AED. You’ll also learn report writing, leadership, and critical incident management, preparing you for careers across the criminal justice field.
If you’re ready to develop discipline, problem-solving skills, and the confidence to handle challenging situations, this program is your first step toward a career in law enforcement, security, or public safety.
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Learn more about Criminal Justice: https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/criminal-justice or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111





Our Cosmetology program is a two-year, hands-on experience designed for students who want to turn creativity into a profession. Students receive practical training and in-depth instruction in hair, skin, and nail services using salon-quality equipment found in modern professional settings.
From hairstyling, cutting, and barbering to chemical services, facials, waxing, makeup, and nail technology, students develop the skills needed to succeed as a hair designer, nail technician, or full-service cosmetologist. Professional and business skills are also part of the curriculum—because talent deserves opportunity.
Students complete 1,000 hours of required instruction, including a summer training program after the first year, and may earn additional hours through approved work-based experiences. Successful completion qualifies students to take the New York State Cosmetology Licensing Exam.
If you love style, self-expression, and helping others feel their best, this program helps you turn passion into a licensed profession. 💄✨
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Learn more about Cosmetology: https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/cosmetology or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

Our Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology program, offered at all three campuses, gives students hands-on experience from estimating to final finish. You’ll learn the full repair process, including detailing, panel replacement, welding, surface preparation, and advanced automotive painting techniques.
Students work with industry-standard tools and state-of-the-art equipment—the same technology used in commercial collision repair facilities. Along the way, you’ll explore vehicle construction, structural repair concepts, electronic estimating, and even small business fundamentals.
From paint correction and refinishing to sheet metal, plastic, and composite repair, this program builds a strong foundation for entry-level careers or continued education in a fast-growing industry.
If you like precision, problem-solving, and seeing instant results, this is where your talent takes shape. 🔧✨
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Learn more about Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology: https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/auto-body-repair or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

Offered at our Coopers Campus and Wildwood Campus, Cisco Networking Academy prepares students to step confidently into the future of technology. This immersive program builds skills from the ground up—starting with modern computer systems and advancing to securing complex networks against real-world cyber threats.
Using the globally recognized Cisco Networking Academy platform, students gain hands-on experience through labs, simulations with Cisco Packet Tracer, and self-guided projects. Along the way, they prepare to earn industry-recognized certifications, including CompTIA A+ and Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity, before graduation.
Students also explore the fast-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence, learning how AI supports threat detection—and how to protect the intelligent systems shaping tomorrow.
If you’re interested in careers like IT Support Specialist, Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, or AI-focused technician, this program helps you build the skills to protect, connect, and innovate in a digital-first world. 🔐🚀
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Learn more about Cisco Networking Academy: https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/cisco-networking-academy or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

✨ A Milestone for our Wildwood Cosmetology students! ✨
They’ve officially completed their in-depth chapter on Anatomy & Physiology—building a strong foundation for safe, effective, and informed beauty practices.
From understanding how the skeletal, muscular, and circulatory systems work to learning how the human body responds to different treatments, students connected science to real-world cosmetology every step of the way. 💄🧠
This knowledge doesn’t just live in a textbook—it shows up in the treatment room, the salon chair, and their future careers. Way to put learning into action! 💪✂️

Our Building Construction program gives students hands-on experience in every phase of house construction, from the ground up. You’ll learn to safely use power and hand tools, lay out building sites, frame structures, install windows and doors, apply siding and roofing, and complete interior finishing.
Students also gain foundational skills in basic wiring, plumbing, blueprint reading, masonry, and cabinet installation, making this a well-rounded pathway for anyone interested in the skilled trades. In some cases, students may even help construct a full-sized ranch-style house—real work, real impact.
This program uses the Career Connections Curriculum from the Carpenter’s Union, and students can earn industry-recognized certifications. Successful students may qualify for a Union Certification Card and advanced placement with the Regional Council of Carpenters, with instructor recommendation.
If you want to learn by doing and build a future you can see, this program lays the foundation. 🔨
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Learn more about Building Construction: https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/building-construction or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

A huge thank you to Britany Elsie and Stacie Martinec for hosting an energizing Homegrown PD that brought together 25+ librarians to learn from one another. From creative Book Bag ideas to engaging instructional practices and thoughtful library space design, the day was full of inspiration and practical takeaways that directly support student engagement.
And let’s not forget the sweet bonus—Mr. Harrington and Mrs. Groff serving up ice cream 🍦👏
When we learn from each other, everyone wins—staff, students, and our entire school community. Sharing truly is caring, and days like this are what professional learning is all about.
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Our Automotive Technology program puts students in the driver’s seat of hands-on learning. From routine maintenance to engine replacement, this program covers it all using industry-level diagnostic equipment—the same tools found in professional auto shops.
Students build real-world skills in brakes, steering, suspension, engine repair, fuel and electrical systems, computer diagnostics (OBDII), 4-wheel alignment, and New York State inspection procedures. You’ll also gain experience with MIG welding, oxyacetylene torch operation, tire equipment, and automotive lift safety.
Even better? Students can earn up to 10 student-level ASE certifications, giving them a strong advantage as they move into the workforce or advanced training.
If you’re ready to turn your interest in cars into a career, this program helps you get there—hands-on, in the shop, and ready for what’s next. 🛠️
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Learn more about Automotive Technology: https://www.gstboces.org/o/gst-boces/page/automotive-technology or attend our CTE Exploration Night: https://www.gstboces.org/article/2643111

