OCM BOCES

🎡 What better way to wrap up the school year than with a cardboard carnival?

Juniors in our Innovation Tech Physebra class, a unique course that combines physics and algebra, recently designed and built their own carnival games out of cardboard, bringing together concepts from both subjects in a fun, hands-on way.

Classmates stopped by to play the games, while the juniors explained the physics principles behind their designs and tracked the results of each round. Afterward, they used algebra and statistics to analyze their data and determine whether their games were truly "fair" by comparing actual outcomes to theoretical probabilities.


Innovation Tech

👏👏 Congratulations to the 226 students from our OCM BOCES Cortlandville Campus who walked the stage and celebrated their graduation last night before a full house at Tompkins Cortland Community College!

During their time at OCM BOCES, these graduates developed the skills and knowledge that make a real difference in our communities. From repairing vehicles and caring for patients, to building homes, educating young children, preparing nutritious meals and protecting our environment (and so much more!), these students have trained for essential professions that help keep our world running.

We could not be prouder of all they have accomplished. Please join us in congratulating these graduates and wishing them success as they begin the next chapter of their lives. Well done, Class of 2026!



New Vision Environmental Science Careers

☀️ What an incredible day at the Onondaga County Olympiad!

A total of 545 student-athletes came together at the Fayetteville-Manlius High School track for a day filled with fun and achievement. And there was excitement around every corner…from the opening parade and cheering crowds to running events, field activities, yard games, face painting, and more!

Thank you to our dedicated student volunteers, participating school districts, community partners, the Fayetteville-Manlius pep band, and the many OCM BOCES staff members who helped make this day possible.

Let’s give a big round of applause to more than 450 graduates from our OCM BOCES Thompson Road Campus who crossed the stage last night in front of a packed crowd at the Expo Center at the New York State Fairgrounds! 🎓👏

These students represent our future workforce, meeting high standards across 18 career-focused programs, from culinary arts and construction to health occupations, firefighting, welding, engineering and many more.

Their hard work and determination have prepared them for bright futures. Congratulations, graduates! Best wishes to all of you. 🎉

🎉 Students at our Cortlandville Campus were recently recognized for their accomplishments, from attendance to perseverance, through the Monarch of the Quarter and Paul Hacket Student of the Year Awards.

One of the best parts of the day was seeing students, staff, and families come together to celebrate all the hard work, growth, and achievements that have happened throughout the year. A HUGE thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!

Congratulations to all of our award winners 🙂

Congratulations to the 19 Career & Technical Education students from our OCM BOCES Cortlandville Campus who took a major step toward their futures today! 🎉

As part of National Signing Day, these students officially committed to employment opportunities with local businesses, marking the transition from classroom learning to career success. Surrounded by family, educators, employers, and community supporters, they celebrated the skills and perseverance that helped make this achievement possible.

A huge thank you to our business partners for believing in our students and providing opportunities for them to launch meaningful careers close to home. We are proud of each and every one of these students and excited to see where their journeys take them next!

Congratulations to our littlest graduates at OCM BOCES!

Today, before a proud crowd of parents, grandparents, siblings and other friends, the children of Crayon Box Preschool at our OCM BOCES Thompson Road Campus celebrated an important milestone. One by one, they crossed a wooden bridge symbolizing their journey to the next level of education.

As they paused at the top of the bridge, students in our Early Childhood Education program — the same students who gained valuable hands-on experience helping to teach and manage the preschool during the year — shared each child’s fun and unique qualities. It was a special moment that highlighted both the growth of our preschoolers and the dedication of our future educators.

The ceremony wrapped up with a fun, photo-packed slideshow featuring memories and activities from throughout the year.

Thank you to Early Childhood Education teacher Melissa Kershner, her assistant, Denise Mecca, and all of our amazing students for making this a great year of fun and learning for these little ones.

We wish you all a safe, happy summer!

👏👏 Please join us in celebrating 35 Career & Technical Education students from our OCM BOCES Thompson Road Campus who have committed to working for 27 local businesses after graduation!👏👏

Today, during SkillsUSA National Signing Day, these students signed letters of intent alongside their future employers, surrounded by proud family members, friends, teachers, school administrators, Board of Education members, business leaders and community supporters. The event was filled with excitement, photo opportunities, sweet treats and plenty of reasons to celebrate their bright futures.

These students are taking the next step toward rewarding careers while helping to meet critical workforce needs right here in our community. Their dedication and training will strengthen local businesses, support our regional economy, and help employers find the employees they need to thrive.

We are incredibly proud of these students and grateful to our business partners for investing in their futures. Congratulations to all of our signees! We can't wait to see the impact you make in the years ahead! 👏👏

Big ideas, meaningful conversations and community-focused solutions were on display today as Cortland County students presented their Service Learning and Seal of Civic Readiness projects.

Students from our Cortlandville Campus, Cortland Alternative School and Seven Valleys New Tech Academy explored real-world issues that matter to their communities. Topics included AI’s impact on the environment, alternative energy and conservation, food insecurity among students, and ways to improve elder care.

By researching challenges, proposing solutions and sharing their findings, these students demonstrated the civic knowledge, skills and commitment needed to make a positive impact. We’re proud to see them using their voices and ideas to help build stronger communities. 🌎

📣 Shoutout to our Onondaga County students who presented their Seal of Civic Readiness projects today!

These students put their civic knowledge, leadership skills, and real-world experiences on display while showcasing what it means to be informed, engaged members of their communities. Through their hard work and dedication, they demonstrated they are ready to make a positive impact both locally and beyond. 🌎


New York State Education Department