EVERY STUDENT DESERVES ACCESS: It`s National Arts in Education Week, which shines a light on a critical gap: more than 2 million students have zero access to arts education.
These students — disproportionately in high-poverty urban and rural schools — are missing the creativity and critical thinking skills that employers value most.
Arts in Education Week is being observed September 14-20, 2025. @E2CCB believes every student deserves the opportunity to create, innovate, and thrive through the arts, regardless of zip code or family income.
🏛 That’s why we support priorities like the Arts Education for All Act.
#strongertogether #ArtsEd #E2CCB #BOCES #OpportunityMakers #BecauseofArtsEd
#ArtsinEducationWeek
On Wednesday, seniors enrolled in the Career & Technical Explorations program at the Carrier Educational Center hosted a plant exchange! 🪴❤️🌷
The community was invited to bring a plant to swap, take a plant home, or simply enjoy some treats and coffee with friends. The event was led by Instructor Paul Shephard, Consultant Teacher Melissa Zieminick, and Teacher Aide Gail Przewozny.
“It was a great opportunity for our students to lead a community-building event and for everyone to share their love of plants,” Carrier Center Principal Jessica Sullivan said. “Thank you to all who participated.”
#BOCES #OpportunityMakers
Seniors in the Culinary Arts class at the Ormsby Educational Center recently conducted a science lesson exploring the different heat levels in various peppers. The lesson included reviewing the Scoville scale, which measures the spiciness of chili peppers. 🌶️🍴😅
Students had the opportunity to try eight different peppers, from the relatively mild Hungarian wax pepper to Pepper X, considered the world’s hottest. Plenty of milk, bread, and chocolate were provided to help with the heat!
Ormsby Principal Laura Sokol-Scott and CTE Counselor Jodie Cormier also took part in trying some of the peppers.
#BOCES #CTE #OpportunityMakers
“𝗢𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗮 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱, 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀.” – George Pataki, former governor of New York
Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES is remembering & honoring those lost in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, by encouraging acts of service & kindness in our community.
#PatriotDay #September11th #NeverForget #BOCES
🎓 Thinking about earning your high school equivalency diploma?
E2CCB offers FREE GED classes to the public! Whether you`re starting fresh or picking up where you left off, we’re here to support your journey.
📞 Call (716) 805-3123 today to learn more and take the first step toward your future!
#GED #AdultEducation #E2CCB #HighSchoolEquivalency #LifelongLearning
First-year students at WNY P-TECH are pictured in the tie-dye T-shirts they made during Summer Bridge in August! The annual summer program helps new and returning students connect and explore career pathways. 🎨👕😊
P-TECH students at our Dunkirk and Springville locations returned to class last week.
To learn more about the programs, visit www.e2ccb.org/programs/p-tech/
#BOCES #PTECH #OpportunityMakers
🦬 Happy Victory Monday ❤️ 💙
There was never a doubt! Billievers at E2CCB knew it was a special Football Friday when they came dressed in their Bills gear to celebrate the start of the season.
What a way to start the first full week of school 💪
#GoBills #E2CCB
Building strong, trusting relationships that promote a feeling of belonging is fundamental to improving student attendance & engagement.
September is #AttendanceAwarenessMonth.
Learn more: http://bit.ly/1oqfID7
📸 Used with permission from Attendance Works.
#HereTodayReadyforTomorrow #BOCES #backtoschool #AttendanceWorks #familyengagement
Not only is today Read a Book Day (September 6, 2025), but September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. Borrow museum passes, musical instruments, and even tools from your library’s collection. Take part in engaging programs like book clubs, movie nights, crafting classes, and lectures. Access technology, Wi-Fi, and career resources to support your goals, whether you`re a student, job seeker, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner. It’s one card with endless possibilities!
#onecardendlesspossibilities #backtoschool #literacymatters #readingmatters #BOCES
Faculty, staff, and E2CCB administration at the Carrier Educational Center celebrated the return of students this week. A new school year means new beginnings, new goals, and endless possibilities! 😊🏫🍎
#BOCES #BackToSchool #OpportunityMakers
