Ready, set, SkillsUSA!
Tomorrow, more than 45 CTE students will represent Team TST at the SkillsUSA NYS Area 2 Regional Competition.
📸 Follow along on CTE's stories tomorrow for live updates and check back to see who from Team TST makes the podium! 🏆
#SkillsUSA #ChampionYourFuture #TeamTST #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth #BOCESProud
Tomorrow, more than 45 CTE students will represent Team TST at the SkillsUSA NYS Area 2 Regional Competition.
📸 Follow along on CTE's stories tomorrow for live updates and check back to see who from Team TST makes the podium! 🏆
#SkillsUSA #ChampionYourFuture #TeamTST #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth #BOCESProud

As always, Pie in the Face was a SMASH hit! 🥧💥
Last week, some of our brave-souled Smith School staff took pies to the face to help raise funds for our BOCES Bodega. Big laughs for an even bigger cause! 👏
#ExceptionalEducationTradition #PieInTheFace #ForAGoodCause #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth #BOCESProud










🏈 Game on! Super Bowl weekend calls for stadium food.
Bistro 555 is serving up a sports stadium–themed menu packed with fan favorites. Burgers, tenders, pretzel bites, and all the game-day vibes. 🍔🍗🥨
📞 See a play you like? Call ahead at ext. 2011 and lock in your lunch.
Bistro 555 is serving up a sports stadium–themed menu packed with fan favorites. Burgers, tenders, pretzel bites, and all the game-day vibes. 🍔🍗🥨
📞 See a play you like? Call ahead at ext. 2011 and lock in your lunch.

EEE Day brought energy, engagement, and opportunity! 🤝
Another successful year for the TST BOCES Career and Tech Heavy Equipment program as we hosted the 5th annual EEE – Education Employment Event, bringing education and employment together. The classroom was filled with regional employers connecting with students, reviewing resumes, and opening doors to real career opportunities.
Thank you to the organizations who spent the day with us and helped make EEE Day such a success!
Army National Guard
Allegiance Truck
Alnye Trucking
Alta Equipment Company
Automotive Lift Institute
Anderson Equipment Company
Bolton Point
Cargill
Champlain Valley Equipment
Java Farm Supply
Milton CAT
NYS Department of Transportation
Pyrotek Ink
SNPartners-NY
Thompson & Johnson Equipment Co. Inc.
Town of Ithaca
Upstate Equipment










🎶 #TEAMNBCT Week Spotlight
Dan Collins, Exceptional Education Music Teacher, is currently pursuing National Board Certification. His commitment to reflection and growth highlights the importance of continually improving practice for the benefit of students. 💙
“Pursuing National Board Certification is valuable because it is helping me analyze my work and push me to greater heights for my students’ sake.”
#TeamNBCT #NBCTCandidate #EducatorExcellence #BOCESProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth
Dan Collins, Exceptional Education Music Teacher, is currently pursuing National Board Certification. His commitment to reflection and growth highlights the importance of continually improving practice for the benefit of students. 💙
“Pursuing National Board Certification is valuable because it is helping me analyze my work and push me to greater heights for my students’ sake.”
#TeamNBCT #NBCTCandidate #EducatorExcellence #BOCESProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth

👩🏫 #TEAMNBCT Week Spotlight
Jennifer Hightower, New Visions Health and Medical Sciences teacher, recently earned her National Board Certification. She is pictured with fellow NBCTs Dr. Renee Christopher and Laura Havill, who also leads the only NBCT COSER in New York State. We are #NBCTStrong and #NBCTProud at TST! 🎉
“Being an NBCT makes a difference because it strengthens teaching practice in ways that directly impact students.”
#TEAMNBCT #NBCT #NBCTStrong #NBCTProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth
Jennifer Hightower, New Visions Health and Medical Sciences teacher, recently earned her National Board Certification. She is pictured with fellow NBCTs Dr. Renee Christopher and Laura Havill, who also leads the only NBCT COSER in New York State. We are #NBCTStrong and #NBCTProud at TST! 🎉
“Being an NBCT makes a difference because it strengthens teaching practice in ways that directly impact students.”
#TEAMNBCT #NBCT #NBCTStrong #NBCTProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth

🍎 #TEAMNBCT Week Spotlight
Jennifer Merkle, Turning Point High School Program teacher in Exceptional Education, is a veteran National Board Certified Teacher. Her years of experience and commitment to reflective practice continue to shape meaningful learning experiences for her students.
“National Board Certification taught me that reflection is how I become a better teacher every day.”
#TeamNBCT #NBCT #EducatorExcellence #ExceptionalEducation #BOCESProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth
Jennifer Merkle, Turning Point High School Program teacher in Exceptional Education, is a veteran National Board Certified Teacher. Her years of experience and commitment to reflective practice continue to shape meaningful learning experiences for her students.
“National Board Certification taught me that reflection is how I become a better teacher every day.”
#TeamNBCT #NBCT #EducatorExcellence #ExceptionalEducation #BOCESProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth

Last week, we opened the doors to our four New Visions programs. Students and families toured classrooms, met teachers, and talked with current students.
📝 New Visions is a senior-year program offering immersive, career-focused learning at partner sites including Cornell University, Ithaca College, and Cayuga Medical Center. Each program offers an opportunity to learn in real-world settings and head into college applications with experience already under your belt! 🌍
Because New Visions programs are competitive, we encourage interested students to begin the application process early. All materials need to be submitted by March 16!
Find out more ➡️ tstboces.org/newvisions
📝 New Visions is a senior-year program offering immersive, career-focused learning at partner sites including Cornell University, Ithaca College, and Cayuga Medical Center. Each program offers an opportunity to learn in real-world settings and head into college applications with experience already under your belt! 🌍
Because New Visions programs are competitive, we encourage interested students to begin the application process early. All materials need to be submitted by March 16!
Find out more ➡️ tstboces.org/newvisions
This week at Bistro 555, we’re celebrating the bold and comforting flavors of Puerto Rican cuisine!🌴 With classics like Arroz con Pollo, Picadillo, Bacalaitos, and Jibaritos with plantain goodness! Don’t forget to add on hearty stews and coconut pudding dessert! 🍲🥥
Come hungry, leave happy! ✨
📞 Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #PuertoRicanWeek #TSTBOCES
Come hungry, leave happy! ✨
📞 Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #PuertoRicanWeek #TSTBOCES

It’s #TEAMNBCT Week! 🎉
All week long, we’re celebrating TST educators who are National Board Certified Teachers and those working toward certification. This is the gold standard of the profession, with only 1 percent of all teachers achieving certification.
Their dedication to excellence, reflection, and lifelong learning represents the very best of teaching. 🍎
#TeamNBCT #NBCT #EducatorExcellence #BOCESProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth
All week long, we’re celebrating TST educators who are National Board Certified Teachers and those working toward certification. This is the gold standard of the profession, with only 1 percent of all teachers achieving certification.
Their dedication to excellence, reflection, and lifelong learning represents the very best of teaching. 🍎
#TeamNBCT #NBCT #EducatorExcellence #BOCESProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth

Building future pathways, one visit at a time! 🛠️
This week, 8th grade students from Lansing, Dryden, Trumansburg, South Seneca, and Ithaca visited our TST BOCES campus and explored each of our CTE programs! It was great having them on campus and introducing them to the many opportunities available as they begin planning for high school.
We hope to see you all back in just a few short years as CTE students!
#ComeSeeWhatYouCanBeAtCTE #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth #BOCESProud










At TST BOCES, 'Connecting Minds, Inspiring Growth' is more than just our tagline. It's our daily work. It means creating learning that connects our students to real-world experiences and supports their growth beyond the classroom.
New York State Education Department’s NY Inspires reflects that same commitment statewide, and we’re proud to be part of this work.
Watch the video to see how education is transforming for students across New York State.
#NYInspires #FutureReady #ProjectBasedLearning #BOCESProud
Video: https://www.nysed.gov/video/ny-inspires-plan-transform-education-new-york-state
New York State Education Department’s NY Inspires reflects that same commitment statewide, and we’re proud to be part of this work.
Watch the video to see how education is transforming for students across New York State.
#NYInspires #FutureReady #ProjectBasedLearning #BOCESProud
Video: https://www.nysed.gov/video/ny-inspires-plan-transform-education-new-york-state
Wondering what’s for lunch?🍽️ Solve the mystery at Bistro 555 this week! 🔍❓
From Hungarian goulash to rosemary potato rösti and honey-baked salmon, this week’s menu is packed with warm, hearty flavors to keep you going throughout these cold days. Don’t forget to grab soup and dessert! 🥣🍰
📞 Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #MysteryWeek #TSTBOCES
From Hungarian goulash to rosemary potato rösti and honey-baked salmon, this week’s menu is packed with warm, hearty flavors to keep you going throughout these cold days. Don’t forget to grab soup and dessert! 🥣🍰
📞 Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #MysteryWeek #TSTBOCES

A groundbreaking day for our Central New York region! ⚡
TST BOCES was proud to attend Micron Technology's groundbreaking alongside workforce and education partners committed to preparing the next generation for careers in advanced manufacturing and technology.
TST's Assistant Superintendent Cindy Walter connected with our educational partners, including OCM BOCES Superintendent Matt Cook, Center for Instruction, Technology & Innovation BOCES Superintendent Jeremy Belfield, Tompkins Cortland Community College President Dr. Amy Kremenek, and Cornell NanoScale Facility Workforce Development Program Manager Thomas Pennell.
The excitement around Micron’s $100 billion investment, the largest private investment in New York State history, was undeniable as we heard from Governor Kathy Hochul, Senator Chuck Schumer, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnik, US Secretary of Labor Julie Su, and other state and local leaders about what this project means for Central New York and beyond.
With up to four Micron fabs planned and tens of thousands of jobs ahead, this moment reinforces the importance of the collaborative work happening across our TST region.
Our work to prepare the next generation for this future starts now. We build a better world, together!
#TSTBOCES #Micron #MemoryMadeInAmerica #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerConnectedLearning #CentralNewYork #FutureReady #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth #BOCESProud










Student voice. Real world impact. 🌎
Yesterday, juniors and seniors presented their solutions for addressing harmful algal blooms on Cayuga Lake, sharing near term and long range recommendations and engaging in thoughtful discussion with local experts.
A sincere thank you to Steve Riddle and Glenn Ratajczak from Bolton Point, Alyssa Johnson from the Community Science Institute, and Devin Cox and Paul Gier from the Tompkins County Soil & Water Conservation District for engaging with our students, asking thoughtful questions, and supporting this work.
In recognition of their work, Steve Riddle awarded each student Bolton Point’s Ripple Award, celebrating those who are making a difference in the water industry and creating a ripple effect throughout the community. We are proud to continue this partnership and shared commitment to protecting our local waterways. 🤝🌊
#PTECH #TSTBOCES #ProjectBasedLearning #StudentVoice #EnvironmentalScience #CommunityPartnerships #HABs #CayugaLake #RippleEffect










This week, our New Visions Engineering students are living life in the cleanroom at Cornell University! 🔬
As part of the ATLAS program, students are suiting up and depositing, patterning, etching, and measuring nanoscale materials at Cornell NanoScale Facility.
An incredible opportunity to explore engineering at the smallest scale with big possibilities ahead. 🧪✨
#STEMIconductorEducation #NewVisionsEngineering #ATLASProgram #EngineeringEducation #NanoScience #BOCESProud #ConnectingMindsInspiringGrowth










📅 New week, new flavors! 🍽️✨ This week we’re featuring a Peruvian-inspired lunch menu packed with comfort, tradition, and bold taste! Enjoy Lomo Saltado, Arroz Chaufa, Causa Limeña, and Tallarines Verde, along with sweet treats like Pionono and Alfajores!
Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #PeruvianWeek #TSTBOCES
Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #PeruvianWeek #TSTBOCES

Winter Hiring Event: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Event Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: TST BOCES
We're hiring for a variety of support staff and certified positions, including:
🔹 Cleaners
🔹Special Education Monitors
🔹Teacher Aides
🔹Teaching Assistants (must be certified)
🔹Truck Drivers
🔹Sub Adult Ed Instructors
🔹Sub Bus Drivers
🔹Sub Teachers
🔹Sub Teacher Aides
Be ready for on-the-spot interviews as we’re looking to hire great candidates the same day!
Register for a time slot here: https://forms.gle/CyXtqVAwMB6GGXEs5
We're also accepting walk-ins!
📄 What You Need to Bring:
-Five (5) references with phone numbers and emails
-Driver’s license and Social Security card or birth certificate
OR a valid U.S. passport
-Resume
-Copy of your highest degree completed or transcripts
Our TST BOCES team and representatives from Tompkins County will be available to help with applications and answer any questions throughout the event.
See you on Tuesday, February 17th!
Event Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: TST BOCES
We're hiring for a variety of support staff and certified positions, including:
🔹 Cleaners
🔹Special Education Monitors
🔹Teacher Aides
🔹Teaching Assistants (must be certified)
🔹Truck Drivers
🔹Sub Adult Ed Instructors
🔹Sub Bus Drivers
🔹Sub Teachers
🔹Sub Teacher Aides
Be ready for on-the-spot interviews as we’re looking to hire great candidates the same day!
Register for a time slot here: https://forms.gle/CyXtqVAwMB6GGXEs5
We're also accepting walk-ins!
📄 What You Need to Bring:
-Five (5) references with phone numbers and emails
-Driver’s license and Social Security card or birth certificate
OR a valid U.S. passport
-Resume
-Copy of your highest degree completed or transcripts
Our TST BOCES team and representatives from Tompkins County will be available to help with applications and answer any questions throughout the event.
See you on Tuesday, February 17th!

Congratulations to our CTE Students of the Month for December! 🏆❄️
🐾 Animal Science
Deeanna Wemmer
Evaleen Hamilton
🚗 Auto Body
Sheldon Swartwood
Gavin Bates
🔧 Auto Tech
Derek Head
Toby Tuttle
💻 Computer Tech
Brayden Marshall
Cooper Pia-Miller
🏗️ Construction Trades
Julian Genson
RichardLee Farr
💄 Cosmetology
Abigail Orendorff
Isabella Eckenrode
🍴 Culinary
Corrianna Copley
Jacoby Mikula
🎥 Digital Media
Nicholas Scott-Mendez
Isabella Giuliano Garisto Donzelli
🧸 Early Childhood
Ely Sherman
Destiney Perreault
🚜 Heavy Equipment
Mason Sheive
Evan Starks
🩺 Nurse Assisting
Andy Aguilar
Reese Swartz
⚙️ Machining & Manufacturing
Zachery Hillman
Zoe Travis
🚓 Public Safety
Garrett Austin
Owen J. Harford
🔥 Welding
Madison DeGraw
Alannah Adams
💼WOW Career Exploration
Sam Rodriguez
Oakley Russ
🍽️WOW Food Service
Aiden Fausel
Michala Bailey
🌿WOW Outdoor Power
Rajan Brothers
Annabelle Wheeler
🐾 Animal Science
Deeanna Wemmer
Evaleen Hamilton
🚗 Auto Body
Sheldon Swartwood
Gavin Bates
🔧 Auto Tech
Derek Head
Toby Tuttle
💻 Computer Tech
Brayden Marshall
Cooper Pia-Miller
🏗️ Construction Trades
Julian Genson
RichardLee Farr
💄 Cosmetology
Abigail Orendorff
Isabella Eckenrode
🍴 Culinary
Corrianna Copley
Jacoby Mikula
🎥 Digital Media
Nicholas Scott-Mendez
Isabella Giuliano Garisto Donzelli
🧸 Early Childhood
Ely Sherman
Destiney Perreault
🚜 Heavy Equipment
Mason Sheive
Evan Starks
🩺 Nurse Assisting
Andy Aguilar
Reese Swartz
⚙️ Machining & Manufacturing
Zachery Hillman
Zoe Travis
🚓 Public Safety
Garrett Austin
Owen J. Harford
🔥 Welding
Madison DeGraw
Alannah Adams
💼WOW Career Exploration
Sam Rodriguez
Oakley Russ
🍽️WOW Food Service
Aiden Fausel
Michala Bailey
🌿WOW Outdoor Power
Rajan Brothers
Annabelle Wheeler
🎉 Happy New Year!🪩
We’re kicking off 2026 with a full week of gluten-free goodness! From comforting classics to bold flavors, our culinary students are back in the kitchen and ready to serve. 🍽️✨
📞 Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #GlutenFreeWeek #TSTBOCES
We’re kicking off 2026 with a full week of gluten-free goodness! From comforting classics to bold flavors, our culinary students are back in the kitchen and ready to serve. 🍽️✨
📞 Call-ahead orders: ext. 2011
#Bistro555 #CTECulinary #StudentRunCafe #GlutenFreeWeek #TSTBOCES

