Putnam-Westchester Board of Cooperative Educational Services

This document outlines the organization's mission, vision, and core values. Its fundamental purpose, or mission, is service and innovation through partnership, emphasizing the importance of relationships within the BOCES and with component school districts. The vision is to achieve the highest quality by providing cutting-edge programs and services through dedicated and innovative teams. The core values include creating pathways to success for all students, maintaining a proactive and supportive 'we can do that' attitude, and embracing a culture of excellence through continuous improvement.

The event was the PNW BOCES Career & Tech Center Recognition Ceremony for the Class of 2024. Key activities included a welcome and Pledge of Allegiance, recognition of various staff members including the District Superintendent, Board President, Vice President, Central Administration personnel, Tech Center Administration, and hardworking administrative assistants. Student reflections were provided by Chrish Punda and Christina Zapata, focusing on personal growth, overcoming fears, appreciation for law enforcement work, and the value of connections made. The ceremony concluded with the honoring of retiring staff members with certificates.

The document captures a graduation ceremony for Fox Meadow High School students. Key components included the Pledge of Allegiance, introductions of various dignitaries such as the Board President, District Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, and supervisors. Speeches were delivered by the Principal, Dr. James Ryan, and a student speaker, Mr. Devante Hudson, who shared his journey and expressed gratitude to staff and mentors. Mr. Jose Bitola delivered the keynote address, discussing the challenging world graduates are entering and encouraging them to maintain confidence and push forward. An award for outstanding character was also presented to Mr. Hudson.

The event was the 2019 Career and Technical Education Graduation ceremony for over 450 students. The program commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem. Remarks were provided by the Director of Career and Tech, the District Superintendent, and the Tech Center Executive Principal. Student speakers shared reflections on their experiences in programs such as Child Development and Education, and Construction Electricity. The principal discussion points involved celebrating student accomplishments, recognizing the support from staff, board members, and families, and encouraging graduates to pursue their goals without being limited by past failures, using the analogy of sharks hitting a plexiglass barrier.

This document pertains to the 26th annual virtual induction ceremony for the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). Key discussions included welcoming remarks from the advisor, Amanda Keenan, and a message from Superintendent Dr. James Ryan, recognizing the inductees' excellence and accomplishments. A message from Principal Jim Velucci highlighted the regional representation and the purpose of the NTHS, which is to reward excellence in workforce education and encourage skill development based on qualities like personal excellence, honesty, leadership, teamwork, responsibility, scholarship, and citizenship. Student speakers addressed the importance of Skill (technical advantages for future success), Scholarship (mastery of learning and goal setting), Character (reliability and trustworthiness), Leadership (initiative and team betterment), and Service (community involvement). The ceremony concluded with the presentation of honor sashes to the 51 inductees across various programs and the recitation of the NTHS pledge.