DCMO BOCES Board of Education President Vanessa Warren has been recognized with the Board Lifetime Achievement Award by the New York State School Boards Association. NYSSBA’s Board Excellence Recognition Program acknowledges the extensive time and effort required of school board members who continually strive to expand their knowledge and skills for better board governance. The Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest of the 4 levels. The award was announced at the regular DCMO BOCES Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, May 14. District Superintendent Michael J. Rullo presented Mrs. Warren with her plaque and acknowledged her valuable service to DCMO BOCES.
Mrs. Warren was elected to the DCMO BOCES Board of Education in 2015, serving as president since 2021. She previously served on the Afton Central School Board for 17 years as a member, vice president, and president.
DCMO BOCES student Tiannah Dean-Anderson completed 1000 hours in the Cosmetology program at Harrold Campus Thursday, which qualifies her to take her New York State Cosmetology licensing exam. Tiannah, who also attends Oxford Academy and Central School, has been active in the National Technical Honor Society and SkillsUSA. She plans to pursue a career at Bella Bella Salon in Norwich. Tiannah is shown here with her instructors, Katie Jesek and Linda Haynes. Congratulations, Tiannah!
The annual Scholar Recognition Program dinner was held at SUNY Oneonta’s Hunt Ballroom Monday night. Area student scholars and their teacher mentors from all the DCMO BOCES and ONC BOCES campuses and component schools gathered with their families, school principals and superintendents to receive recognition for the outstanding scholastic achievement of the students and the significant and beneficial influence of the mentors. Speakers included Program Coordinator Martha Ryan, Gilbertsville-Mount Upton Superintendent Annette Hammond, Christopher Slonaker from main sponsor NBT Insurance Agency, and keynote speaker Dr. Mary Bonderoff, SUNY Delhi President, who was introduced by Dr. Alberto Cardelle, SUNY Oneonta President. Students and mentors received certificates from Michael Rullo, DCMO BOCES District Superintendent, and Dr. Catherine Huber, ONC BOCES District Superintendent. Here are a few pictures from the evening– there’ll be more to come!
The Pole Campus Cosmetology program celebrated Mother's Day! Students from the program invited a special woman in their lives to be pampered. It was a great turnout, and our students (naturally!) did an excellent job!
Congratulations to student scholar Selina Li and mentor Joe Pudlewski from Windham-Ashland-Jewett Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Aurora Siniscalchi and mentor Ellen Nary from Walton Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Robin Henne and mentor Jeannine Scinta-Sasse from Stamford Academy Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Abbey Bailey and mentor Dusti Novellano from Unatego Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Caitlyn Deysenroth and mentor Gary LiCalzi from South Kortright Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Gracie Gorrell and mentor Nadine Kneale from Unadilla Valley Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Leah Brundege and mentor Daniel Stevens from Schenevus Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Aidan Moodley and mentor Peter Okoniewski from Sidney Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Logan Vamosy and mentor Rinda Mattice from Roxbury Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Gaven May and mentor Rebecca Sabin from Sherburne-Earlville Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY
Congratulations to student scholar Bryson Huber and mentor Janis Labroo from Oneonta City Schools. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Riley Francis and mentor Patricia Fagan from Richfield Springs Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Evelyn Emerson and mentor Jennifer Scaturro from Oxford Academy Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Congratulations to student scholar Gianna Miraglio and mentor Sarah Pellizarri from ONC BOCES Grand Gorge Campus. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
Seniors in the Cosmetology program at DCMO BOCES Pole Campus hung posters that they made throughout the building to inspire and remind everyone that kindness matters.
Congratulations to student scholar David Palmer III and mentor Patsy Graham from Otselic Valley Central School. For over 20 years, the Scholar Recognition Program has celebrated the achievements of top students and the mentors who inspire them. They will be honored in a ceremony at SUNY Oneonta on May 12. Congratulations to all the 2025 Scholars and Mentors!
