CAREER & TECH CENTER RECOGNIZES 213 GRADUATES

On June 15, the Career & Technical Education Center at Sullivan BOCES held its Recognition Ceremony for 213 graduating Career & Tech students at the Tri-Valley Central School District. The auditorium was filled with smiling faces, cheers, and applause as the graduates made their way across the stage to accept their awards and certificates

Jeffrey Molusky, Executive Principal of the Career & Technical Education Center, opened the ceremony by welcoming the graduates, parents, board members, and school administrators to this joyous occasion. He spoke of the advantages of the hands-on learning the students received. Molusky explained how each graduate, regardless of their future path, will benefit from and be better prepared than most as they enter college or the workforce

Felicity Bauernfeind, a Sullivan West Central School District graduate, and Allison Weinstein, a Monticello Central School District graduate, were the class speakers at the ceremony Each spoke of their experiences at the Career & Tech Center, how attending BOCES has helped them determine their future career paths, and how beneficial and enriching their experience at BOCES has been

After the students’ speeches, BOCES Board members Carol Park, Jackie Rutledge, Keith Stryker, and Simmie Williams III presented Felicity Bauernfeind, Sullivan West; Matthew Chigbundu-Obiokoye, Liberty; Samantha Medina Garzon, Fallsburg; and Allison Weinstein, Monticello with the BOCES Board Outstanding Career & Technical Education Student Award.

When addressing the students, Mr Molusky stated, “Regardless of the path you choose, you will benefit from everything you were taught at the Career and Tech Center Your experience has helped ensure your pathway to further education, training, and sound employment opportunities Your work may result in dirty hands, sweaty brows, and aching muscles, but take pride!

These momentary discomforts signify an unsung hero who makes modern life possible The work you will do is incredibly honorable and necessary But most of all, you will enjoy the satisfaction of looking at your completed work and saying to yourself, “I built that,” “I got that working again,” or “I helped that person. ” Your hard work will not come without heartache, defeat, or challenges, but in those times, we learn and grow, building the strength and perseverance needed to set the footings upon which you will build your future success Above all, believe in yourself; you have the skills and qualities to succeed and be successful wherever the future takes you, ” concluded Molusky.

Dr. Robert M. Dufour, District Superintendent at BOCES, closed the ceremony with a statement from his mother, “Nobody ever does anything on their own ” He explained how everyone has had someone who has helped them in one way or another Dr Dufour then asked the students to stand and applaud everyone who has helped them over the years. “We never succeeded without others, and we must always be thankful to those around us who have helped us succeed. I wish you all the best, and everyone at Sullivan BOCES is very proud of you ” , concluded Dufour

Allied Health

Animal Science

Auto Body

Automotive Technology

Broadcasting & Music Production

Construction Technology

Cosmetology

Culinary Arts

Early Childhood Education

Electrical Trades

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Fire Science

Health Occupations

Innovative Design

Natural Resources

New Vision Health

Public Safety Services

Welding

The Career & Tech Center welcomes students, parents and school districts to come and learn about the programs available at the Career & Tech Center