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On Wednesday, seniors in Gerald O’Brien’s Criminal Justice class at the Ormsby Educational Center had an exciting visit from John Payne, who teaches courses in forensic science/crime scene investigation at Hilbert College. 👮♀️🚨👮♂️
Payne, a former detective and Major Crimes Investigator with the Town of Orchard Park Police Department, shared real cases to demonstrate CSI processes and gave the Career & Technical Education students an inside look at careers in law enforcement. He also explained the benefits for students who continue their studies in Criminal Justice at Hilbert College.
A big thank you to Payne for sharing his expertise and giving our students valuable insights into the world of law enforcement! 👏✨
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Members of Explorers Post 125 recently had an opportunity to train with the Chautauqua County Crisis Negotiation Team. Sgt. Delcamp, Sgt. Martin, Chaplain Lienhart, Deputy Neel, and Deputy Lombardo shared valuable insights on communication skills, officer safety, and de-escalation techniques. 👮♀️ 🚨👮♂️
The explorers later applied their skills in a hands-on scenario.
A big thank you to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and Hewes Educational Center for helping to shape the next generation of law enforcement! 👏💙
#BOCES #OpportunityMakers
Happy Future Teachers of America Day!
Did you know that a new partnership between E2CCB and The State University of New York at Fredonia is giving local high school seniors passionate about careers in education a head start on college? Students who enroll in the New Visions in Education program can earn up to 19 college credits through courses taught on the SUNY Fredonia campus!
Visit https://www.e2ccb.org/news/e2ccb-suny-fredonia-launch-new-visions-in-education-program/ to learn more.
We also encourage you to check out TeachNY — a resource for aspiring educators to assist in the reduction of the national teacher shortage, elevate the image of the teaching profession, and support anyone interested in becoming a teacher: https://newyork.teach.org/
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Yesterday’s SMART Youth Mental Health Summit brought educators, counselors, district leaders, and community partners together to strengthen mental health support for students across Western New York.
E2CCB helped lead planning, and our Community Care Specialist team shared school-based mental health resources and supports throughout the day. 💬
Congratulations to this year’s Mental Health Impact Award recipients Ann Nowak, Dr. Annahita Ball, Mike Cornell, Marie Sly, and Kayya DeLeon. 🌟
Read the full recap:
https://www.e2ccb.org/news/youth-mental-health-summit-brings-region-together-to-support-students/
E2CCB at Chautauqua Lake partnered with the Chautauqua County Sheriff`s Office to help several middle and high school students aged 18 and under obtain their S.A.F.E. identification cards. This service is offered through the New York State Sheriffs` Association Operation Safe Child program.
These NYS-approved ID cards are an important resource for our students and can be used as a form of Identification when needed.
Attached is a photo of one of our students with his aide and Deputy Jake Dietzel. Thank you to the Sheriff`s Office for supporting our students and helping make this process easy and accessible. 🧡📸
Students from SAVE Club and National Honor Society at WNY P-TECH recently rolled up their sleeves to sort through hundreds of pounds of donated food! 📦🥫💪
These donations will be shared with Partners in Kind of Chautauqua County, an organization that encourages acts of kindness throughout the community, as well as local food pantries and students in need.
A big thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this effort possible! 😊✨🤝
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: White and Partners has been selected as consultant firm for a merger feasibility study for the Clymer, Sherman & Panama school districts.
The next steps in the process is for the @BOCES board to approve the bid for the study to White and Partners at a meeting scheduled Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025.
The feasibility study contract date would begin Jan. 1, 2026, and end in May 2026 with a final study presentation in mid-June 2026.
Read more via the November 15, 2025, edition of @ThePost_Journal.
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Happy School-Related Professionals Day to all the employees who keep Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES running smoothly each and every day. 👏 🏫 👏
From clerical staff, custodians, mechanics, teaching assistants, teacher aides, monitors, bus drivers, food service workers, and ALL who keep our schools safe — thank you for your diligence and dedication to our students!
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Juniors and seniors at the LoGuidice Educational Center recently participated in a College & Career Fair, connecting with more than 50 representatives from businesses, organizations, colleges, and branches of the military! 💼🤝🧑🏭
This annual event supports students in their Career & Technical Education journey by helping them discover pathways that match their skills and passions.
A big thank you to all the representatives and partners who participated and helped make this event a success! 😊
#BOCES #CTE #OpportunityMakers
We had an amazing time at our first annual Hewes Talent Show on November 12th. The stage was filled with singing, dancing, keyboard performances, and so many other incredible talents from both our students and staff.
The energy was joyful, the kids were proud, and the entire afternoon was filled with smiles. This is definitely an event we will remember and one we plan to continue for years to come.
Special thanks to Karen Hummel and middle school student Trenton Bedford for capturing the day with their photos. 🎤✨
