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✨ Students in the Spotlight at Wildwood! ✨
The Wildwood New Visions programs recently welcomed Component School Counselors and Principals for an immersive, hands-on showcase — and our students truly took the lead.
From guiding interactive activities to sharing their learning experiences, students demonstrated the skills, confidence, and real-world knowledge they’ve been building all year. The energy in the room was contagious, filled with collaboration, exploration, and authentic excitement.
Seeing these programs in action highlighted not only student growth, but the power of learning when students are empowered to lead. 👏🎓

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Project SEARCH interns at Ira Davenport recently celebrated their mentors and managers with a breakfast! Thank you to all our partners in supporting our interns with work place job skills. #ProudtobeGST #Collaboration

Students from Wildwood's Criminal Justice program and the SkillsUSA Leadership team worked together to support the Toys for Tots foundation in Steuben County. Donations were collected from campus clubs, spare change, teachers, and students, leading to $873 being raised for purchasing toys. Additionally, toys were donated throughout the campus. #PROUDTOBEGST #CommunityOrientedatGSTBOCES

Career Development Council partnered with the Corning Museum of Glass in November to host CMoG Career Day for almost 100 local students. The day gave students a behind-the-scenes look at careers in everything from art conservation and marketing to graphic design and security management. They got to chat in small groups with career experts, watch a hot glass demo, and enjoy a guided museum tour—making it a fun and inspiring learning experience for everyone! Our thanks to everyone at CMoG for helping make this event so special!

Big shoutout to our Wildwood Campus teams for coming together in a powerful way! 🎁✨
This year’s Toys for Tots campaign was led with pride by our Criminal Justice program and Wildwood SkillsUSA chapter — and our Nurse Assisting students jumped right in to support the cause.
Seeing these pathways collaborate for a shared mission reminds us what student leadership, service, and community spirit are all about. Proud of the impact they're making together! 💙❤️
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📚 Over 35 librarians from GST and TST came together this week for a powerful day of learning, collaboration, and professional growth!
As a statewide workshop centered on the ALA Core Values of Librarianship, GST proudly served as a host site—bringing educators together to strengthen the future of library programming across our region.
One speaker captured the heart of the day perfectly: “The library is the biggest classroom in our schools.”
That spirit fueled conversations, idea-sharing, and reflection as librarians explored new ways to elevate services for students and staff.
A great day of connection. A strong step forward for our libraries. And an exciting glimpse into what’s possible when we learn together. 📖✨ #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCEScollaboration #GSTBOCESservice

Our Project SEARCH interns are thriving in their work-based placements! Each day, they’re building confidence, mastering new job skills, and preparing for successful employment after graduation. We’re so proud of their hard work, dedication, and determination as they take these important steps toward their future careers. 💼✨

Keep up the great work, interns!

🌟 Know a Rockstar GST BOCES CTE Alum? 🌟
The Bush Campus CTE Hall of Fame is ready to spotlight the paths our alumni have forged beyond graduation!
Did you or someone you know complete a GST BOCES CTE program at Bush Campus and go on to make an impact in their field?
We want to celebrate those stories that started right here.
🏆 Nominate an outstanding CTE alum:
🔗 gstboces.org/page/alumni
📅 Deadline: May 4, 2026
Let’s honor the innovators, creators, and leaders who turned their CTE experience into something incredible! 💡✨

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A wonderful day at Brookdale! 🎉
Bingo, ornament painting, card games, nail painting—New Visions students jumped into it all! Residents enjoyed cookies and sipped on tea, coffee, and hot chocolate while enjoying the fun. Such a special time together. ❤️

New Visions Engineering had another amazing guest speaker today! Students were challenged to research, design, and build a paper airplane in just eight minutes—after doing quick research to figure out the best approach. Once their designs were ready, they put them to the test in the hallway, discovering firsthand how shape, structure, and intention all impact speed and performance.

Emily, Product Design Engineer at Siemens Energy also shared her college journey, career path, and the experiences that shaped her success. She asked students about their future goals and majors, and they had great questions of their own.

We were even invited to tour Siemens Energy in January—another exciting opportunity for our future engineers!

A huge thank-you to Emily Miller for spending time with New Visions Engineering students. You’ve inspired them more than you know! ✨✈️🚀
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Proud of another successful Mock Interview event at Cohen Middle School!
Thank you to our incredible local employers for giving students the chance to practice their interview skills.

A huge thank you to Wegmans Elmira, Jackie Kenan, and Chef Andy for visiting our Culinary Arts classrooms at Bush Campus! 👩‍🍳🍣
Students got an inside look at exciting job opportunities within Wegmans and were treated to a hands-on sushi-making demo that everyone loved.
We’re grateful for community partners who invest in our students’ future careers and spark new inspiration in the kitchen!
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🎉 Giving Back to Our Community! 🎉
On Friday, students from New Visions Human Services & Education and New Visions Engineering stepped up to make a difference!
✅ They teamed up with Froggy 105.3 for Santa’s Day Off, getting a chance to be on the radio and give a live shoutout with Hornell Partners for Growth.
✅ They also supported the Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign, greeting shoppers and spreading holiday cheer while bell ringing.
We’re so proud of these students for their hard work and community spirit! 💙 #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESservice

Celebrating Excellence at Coopers Campus! 🌟 We’re thrilled to recognize our NovemberTop 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! 🎉

We are so grateful to the LECOM medical students who spent the day teaching our New Visions students about the respiratory system. Your clear explanations, interactive demonstrations, and passion for medicine made such an impact. Thank you for inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals!

Thank you to Justin Mattocks with Elmira College Admissions for an informative and engaging session today! We appreciate the time, insight, and guidance you shared with our students.

New Vision Innovation, Leadership and Business student, Logan Roskow,  recently participated in the 2025 Seton Hall University High School Pirates Pitch for Entrepreneurs provided him with an invaluable real-world business experience. He strengthened his public speaking, sharpened his business strategy skills, and gained confidence presenting his ideas to industry professionals. The experience has inspired Logan to continue developing his passion for innovation and leadership. #PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESleadership #GSTBOCESprograms

Our New Visions students from the GST BOCES Coopers Campus rolled up their sleeves at the Food Bank of the Southern Tier this week - putting our values into action in the best way possible.
Integrity. Collaboration. Service. Leadership.
They lived each one as they worked together to support families across our region.
Proud of their heart, their hustle, and their commitment to making a real impact.
#PROUDTOBEGST #GSTBOCESservice

The GST BOCES Coopers Campus Building Construction class raised the bar on what service learning can look like — collecting 900 cans for the Pantry of Angels in Lindley!
Their teamwork, generosity, and community spirit are building far more than structures… they’re building impact. 🛠️✨
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