HFM BOCES can begin search for new district superintendent

State rules reorganization study isn't necessary

A search will soon begin for a new district superintendent to head up Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES, now that the State Education Department has completed its survey of HFM and the adjacent BOCES and determined that a reorganization study is not necessary. [more]

HFM Regional Summer School in session

Broadalbin-Perth hosts nine participating districts

What does making ice cream have to do with science?

Consider a moment and realize that the process of making ice cream can lead to the discussion of phase changes, endothermic reactions, pasteurization processes, the biology of milk and the chemical nature of salt. Not only that, but making a batch of homemade ice cream is the perfect way to begin summer school on a hot July day.  [more]

Closing Day assembly celebrates the past, looks to the future

HFM leaders' message to staff: Working together is what makes us great

At the end of what HFM BOCES Board President Robert Townsend termed "the most difficult and challenging year" in the organization's history, he and other keynote speakers at HFM's Closing Day reminded BOCES staff members that HFM will continue to be strong if they work together. [more]

HFM honors retirees, employees for reaching service milestones

At HFM BOCES' Closing Day assembly, members of the faculty and staff who are retiring before September, as well as employees who have served the BOCES for 20 or 30 years, were recognized by Assistant Superintendent Dr. Lorraine Hohenforst, Board of Education President Robert Townsend and union leaders. [more]

Career and Tech honors 2010 graduates

Student Recognition Program celebrates achievements and service

The largest class to graduate from the HFM BOCES Career & Technical Center gathered with family, friends, teachers and staff to celebrate the completion of their studies during a program in their honor in Fulton-Montgomery Community College’s gymnasium on Tuesday, June 22.

After congratulating the students, and thanking parents and staff for their considerable efforts and support, Board of Education President Robert Townsend paused to address the students about a single quality that, once embraced, would enrich their lives forever—service. [more]

Multiply Disabled Program celebrates achievements

Renewal and perseverance the theme for end-of-the-year ceremony

The trappings of graduation were all there; caps and gowns, excited and proud parents, photo arrays of the students’ school years, speeches and special presentations of awards and diplomas. The 2010 End of the Year Celebration for students in the HFM BOCES Special Education Multiply Disabled program was held June 17 in Mayfield Central School’s auditorium. [more]

School Library System honors collaborative efforts

19th Annual Awards luncheon recognizes six teachers and administrators

The HFM BOCES School Library System (SLS) recognized collaboration as a key component in the success and effectiveness of school libraries in awards given at its annual luncheon on Wednesday, June 9, at HFM BOCES' Petit Café.

Mayfield Superintendent Paul Williamsen and Mayfield Elementary Principal Nicholas Criscone were honored as the “Administrative Team of the Year” for their leadership in recognizing the library media center as an integral part of the total school program and having active personal involvement in the program.” [more]

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