E2CCB's District Superintendent Dr. David O'Rourke participated in BOCES Advocacy Day in Albany on February 26, 2025, joining other superintendents to advocate for [...]
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Dozens of area students enrolled in Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Career & Technical Education programs recently took part in the SkillsUSA Region I competition [...]
Area eighth-graders recently had the opportunity to explore the different pathways available at CAM P-TECH in Springville and WNY P-TECH in Dunkirk.
The Westfield Academy and Central School District is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to become its next Superintendent of Schools. The ideal [...]
E2CCB is celebrating Women in the Trades Month throughout March by recognizing the skills and achievements of young women enrolled in its Career [...]
E2CCB is partnering with the Chautauqua County Board of Elections to host a new polling site at Western New York P-TECH STEM College [...]
Two Gowanda Central School District kindergarten teachers, Kathy Saia and Caroline Ventresca, were recently featured on the "Literacy Lunch Break" podcast to discuss [...]
E2CCB educators recently learned from renowned reading expert Dr. David Kilpatrick! His workshop, funded by the RECOV grant, focused on the Science of [...]
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Career & Technical Education students from LoGuidice are partnering with Chautauqua Health & Fitness to host a free Community Wellness Day on April 24! The event will provide adults with access to health screenings, fitness assessments, and a variety of wellness resources. 💪🩺🏃♂️
Sports Conditioning & Exercise Science and Health Careers students will play a hands-on role in making it happen.
Learn more: www.e2ccb.org/news/cte-students-to-assist-in-upcoming-community-wellness-event/
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Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES is hiring dedicated educators for multiple Career & Technical Education instructor roles at the Ormsby and LoGuidice Educational Centers.
Help prepare the next generation of skilled professionals across Western New York 💼✨
🔗 Apply today: e2ccb.org/jobs
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Students in the Career and Technical Explorations Through CDOS program at Hewes recently completed CPR/First Aid training at Chautauqua Safety Village. Students in Christie Asel’s and Todd Erickson’s classes earned their certification through this hands-on experience. 💪🚑
This was a valuable opportunity to build real-world, life-saving skills that can make a difference when it matters most.
#BOCES #E2CCB #OpportunityMakers
Shining a spotlight on our newest Character in Action honorees! 🌟👏
Juniors and seniors at the LoGuidice Educational Center were recognized for exemplifying generosity in their Career & Technical Education programs — helping foster inclusive, respectful, and supportive environments. Their actions each day truly leave a lasting impact!
🔗 View the complete list of recipients: www.e2ccb.org/news/cte-students-recognized-for-positive-character-traits/
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Jeffrey Luong and Carrie Gifford of the Athenaeum Hotel at Chautauqua Institution recently visited the Hewes Educational Center to work with Culinary Arts students on mock interviews, coordinated by instructor Burke Lindquist. 👩🍳🏫👨🍳
Gifford, a graduate of the Culinary Arts program at Hewes, returned to share her experience and insight with current seniors. Luong emphasized the importance of passion and engagement, noting that a student’s excitement and long-term interest in the field often stand out during the interview process.
Through mock interviews, the Career & Technical Education students gained valuable experience in professional greetings, appearance, presentation, and knowledge of their craft.
Special thanks to Luong and Gifford for helping our students build confidence and professionalism through this experience!
#BOCES #E2CCB #CTE #OpportunityMakers
The Ormsby Educational Center has announced its Career & Technical Education Students of the Month for March 2026!
🚗 Automotive Technology: Cameron Gentner of Springville
📚 CDOS/Multi-Occ: Aerin Carmelia of West Seneca
🌲 Conservation: Ethan Dietzen of Eden
🛠️ Construction Technology: Zayden Martin of Springville
💇♀️ Cosmetology: Angelie Bernal of Holland
👮 Criminal Justice: Pavel Bittner of East Aurora
👨🍳 Culinary Arts: Lily Lavin of Springville
🩺 Health Careers: Violet Schenck of Iroquois
📐 Pre-Engineering/Drafting and Design: Trinity Smith of Orchard Park
🐾 Small Animal Science: Maverick Craig of Holland
🐄 Small/Large Animal Science: Emilee Grigsby of Springville
Congratulations to all of these outstanding students!
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Ahead of Spring Recess, the Hewes Educational Center hosted its first-ever CTE Spirit Week, an initiative that combined school pride, themed dress-up days, and a donation drive supporting the Ashville Food Pantry! 🥫❤️🍴
A friendly Junior vs. Senior competition helped drive participation, with students collecting non-perishable items throughout the week. By the end, juniors contributed 193 pounds of food, while seniors brought in 316 pounds.
A big shoutout to all students and staff for coming together to make a real difference! 👏✨
Read more here: www.e2ccb.org/news/hewes-cte-spirit-week-supports-local-food-pantry/
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Looking for a fast path into healthcare?
E2CCB Adult Education’s Phlebotomy program gives you hands-on training and practical skills needed to work in hospitals, labs, and medical offices.
Train locally. Learn skills employers need. Start your healthcare journey here.
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Students in Explorers Post 125 from the Hewes Educational Center recently participated in an Easter event hosted by @Chautauqua Safety Village! Explorers received hands-on community service experience.
Thank you to the Safety Village for providing Explorers with opportunities to work with our community.
#BOCES #CTE #OpportunityMakers
Spring Wellness Day at the LoGuidice Educational Center offered Career & Technical Education students a chance to focus on self-care through a variety of engaging workshops! 🎨👏🌟
With support from the E2CCB Wellness Committee, community partners, and dedicated staff and student volunteers, the event continues to make a meaningful impact.
🔗 Read more: www.e2ccb.org/news/wellness-day-promotes-health-and-self-care-at-loguidice/
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