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Students participate in civilizations expo

Our 10th grade Global Studies students recently participated in a Civilizations Expo. Students were tasked with developing a hypothetical plan to build a functioning civilization that is economically and politically functional, equitable, and meets the needs of all its inhabitants. They were challenged to apply their understanding of global history, basic economics and government, and […]
Students celebrate Veterans Day

Students in Ms. Neri and Ms. Cacciari’s class at the HFM BOCES program at McNab Academy celebrated Veterans Day last week by trying on the uniform of a military veteran.
Student selected as winner of library contest

Congratulations to Jacob M. who was recently selected as one of the winners of the ‘Decorate a Pumpkin Like a Book Cover’ contest conducted by the Gloversville Middle School library. Participants were asked to submit a sketch designed after a book then decorate their pumpkins. Jacob is an 8th grade student in Barbara Hatcher’s class […]
CTE Alumni Spotlight: 2007 Criminal Justice graduate Michael Palmerino

Michael Palmerino, a 2007 graduate of Amsterdam High School, says it was at the HFM BOCES Career and Technical Center where he got started on the path of becoming a police officer. Palmerino said that he was able to better grasp the idea of police work after completing the Criminal Justice program. “Without a doubt, […]
PTECH students tour local farm

PTECH students enrolled in our Animal Science and Environmental Science programs recently toured Hilltop Acres Farm, a small family operated farm run by Clark and Gretchen Subik. This 100 acre farm located in Fonda, NY has been in operation since 1985 and is known for their breeding stock of Black Angus cattle and Texel sheep. Students […]
Johnstown student chases passion for cars at HFM Career and Tech Center

Wyatt Frasier has always had a passion for cars, but said working on engines wasn’t really for him. “I found out a while ago that I’m not much of a mechanical person, so I decided to try Auto Body here. I really enjoy it. It’s been fun so far,” Frasier said. Frasier is one of […]
CTE Alumni Spotlight: 2016 New Visions Health Careers graduate Kim Galusha

Kim Galusha says she always felt drawn to healthcare and knew that she wanted to pursue a career in that field, but didn’t exactly know where to begin. At just 17 years old, she decided to enroll in the New Visions Health program at HFM BOCES. Her decision to do so helped set the foundation […]
Foundations of Food Teacher
HFM Boces is accepting applications for a full-time 10-month teacher. This full-time tenure-track position has an anticipated start date of October 31, 2022. Foundations of Food is a two-year program intended to prepare students for a future in the expanding culinary field that offers a variety of food service opportunities. This practical-based program teaches skills […]