Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES Hosts NYS Future Farmers of America Substates

Cayuga-Onondaga FFA members competed in Agricultural Issues, Prepared Public Speaking and Extemporaneous Public Speaking.

Ponto Enjoys Selling The Importance of Education

Crystal Ponto has been working with the Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES alternative education program since its inception and before it was known as Compass. 

Construction and Building Trades Program was “Life-Changing” for Alum Max Fedrizzi

“It was really cool to see all of the hands-on things and know that you don’t have to sit in a classroom all day,” Fedrizzi said.

Now Hiring: Applied Electrical Technology Teacher

The Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES is accepting applications for an Applied Electrical Technology Teacher in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.  

Machining and Welding Alum Nash Hertlein Plans to Use Program Skills as Future Underwater Welder

Through the Machining and Welding program, trade school, and real-world experience, Hertlein has turned an early passion for woodworking into a new career path.

CTE Students Take Home Honors at SkillsUSA Regional Competition

Several CTE students recently placed in the competition, held at SUNY Morrisville.

Ray Ludemann Set to Retire After Nearly 20 Years of Shaping Future Electricians

As a third-generation electrician, Ray Ludemann knew the trade was an ideal fit for him. But after working in the industry for 25 years, he discovered an unexpected passion: teaching.

CTE Announces High Honor Roll & Honor Roll for 3rd Marking Period

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES recently announced the Career and Technical Education students who achieved high honor roll or honor roll for the third marking period. 

HERO Alum Bryan Driscoll Finds His Way Back to BOCES as CDL Instructor

“I came up through the program and it was probably one of the best things I've ever done," said Driscoll.

BOCES Hosts 2023 FIRST LEGO League Challenge

Creativity, teamwork and fun were on hand at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES during the Finger Lakes 2023 FIRST LEGO League Challenge.

Career Chronicles: Ray Enjoying the Challenges Each Day Brings after More Than 25 Years at BOCES

After more than 25 years at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES, Director of Personnel Randy Ray continues to enjoy the challenges each new day brings.

Values in Action - Fall 2022

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES has recently established a quarterly “Values in Action” campaign to showcase the organization’s purpose and values being exemplified by students and staff.

CTE Honor Roll & High Honor Roll

CTE recently announced its High Honor Roll and Honor Roll students for the second marking period.

Career Chronicles: Driscoll Enjoys Helping Adult Students Find Success

After nearly 30 years of working with the Adult Education programs at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES, Case Manager Jennifer Driscoll’s passion for her students has never wavered.

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES welcomes Tony Ferrara as the new Interim Principal of the CTE program.

Tony joins BOCES after a 30-year career in education bringing great experience to the team.

Career Chronicles: Cahalan Enjoying Work Nearly Three Decades Later

After nearly 30 years as a School Psychologist at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES, Patricia Cahalan is still enjoying the work just as much as she did during day one on the job.

Four Students Elected SkillsUSA Officers

Karli Farmer, Chris DeChick, Ty Gardner and Allison Shadle, were recently named as SkillsUSA officers.

Steve Woodard retires after 15 years at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES

Steve Woodard is retiring after 15 years at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES and more than 30 years working in the field of education.

2022 Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony Recording

Eight Graduate from CEP Program

Eight Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES students were recently recognized for their academic achievements during the Community Experience Program (CEP) Graduation ceremony.