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PTECH announces first quarter honors for 2025-2026 academic year

November 14, 2025 | Filed in Archive, HFM PTECH, HFM Top Stories

The Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH) recently announced the students in grades 9-12 who achieved principal’s list and honor roll status for the first quarter of the 2025-26 school year. Principal’s List Brody Bender, Lucille Brayman, Christian Robert Bull, Jestin Decena, Kylie Grace Ferrell, Christopher Gamble, Aileen Germond, Hailey Marie […]

Rural Schools Issues Forum brings regional leaders together

Rural Schools Issues Forum brings regional leaders together

Nearly 50 educational and community leaders from across the HFM region convened this week to address challenges facing rural schools, ranging from state funding and mental health gaps to the need for stronger workforce development programs. The Rural Schools Issues Forum, held Nov. 12 at SUNY Fulton-Montgomery’s Allen House, gathered school superintendents, board members, business […]

HFM BOCES Regional Plan Executive Summary

The Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES Regionalization Plan was developed through a year-long, collaborative process engaging district leaders, educators, and regional partners. Using the New York State Education Department’s Regionalization Planning Strengths and Needs Tool (PSNT) as a foundation, each district submitted data that was analyzed through interactive dashboards created by the RIC One network. These tools allowed […]

PTECH Students Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa

October 16, 2025 | Filed in Archive, HFM PTECH, HFM Top Stories
PTECH Students Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa

Three HFM PTECH students have been honored for their academic achievements by being inducted into the SUNY Fulton-Montgomery Community College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) national honor society, Alpha Alpha Upsilon. The ceremony, which was held on Thursday, Oct. 9 in the Rao Theater on the FMCC campus, inducted Xavier Grieme, Yadier Martinez and […]

HFM BOCES Superintendent Ziskin Honored by Family Counseling Center

HFM BOCES Superintendent Ziskin Honored by Family Counseling Center

At its annual fall gala on Thursday, September 25, The Family Counseling Center of Fulton County honored HFM BOCES District Superintendent Dr. David Ziskin with the Dr. David and Ann Lee Clough Award for his work leading regional efforts to expand mental health services for students and families of the HFM region. Established in 2007 […]

HFM BOCES appoints first-ever student voices to board of education

HFM BOCES appoints first-ever student voices to board of education

Student voices will officially join the HFM BOCES Board of Education, as two area seniors have been named its first-ever ex officio members. Madison Milby of the Greater Johnstown School District and Charlotte Nare of Canajoharie Central School will be introduced as student board members during the organization’s next board of education meeting on Wednesday, […]

Teacher Apprenticeship Program to fast-track teacher certification and provide scholarships

Teacher Apprenticeship Program to fast-track teacher certification and provide scholarships

CLICK HERE TO APPLY Individuals with a bachelor’s degree now have a unique opportunity to launch a teaching career in less than a year, thanks to an ongoing partnership between HFM BOCES and Utica University. The Teacher Apprenticeship Program is designed to address New York State’s shortage of certified educators by offering a fast-tracked pathway […]

Nancy Turnbull Honored with HFM Service Award for Nearly Four Decades of Dedication

During its annual Opening Day celebration on Tuesday, Sept. 2, HFM BOCES proudly recognized longtime educator Nancy Turnbull as the recipient of this year’s HFM Service Award, honoring her nearly 40 years of service and unwavering commitment to students and staff. Established in 1994, the HFM Service Award celebrates individuals who exemplify the organization’s vision, […]

Niedermeier Named Director of Early College Programs, PTECH Principal

August 6, 2025 | Filed in Archive, HFM PTECH, HFM Top Stories
Niedermeier Named Director of Early College Programs, PTECH Principal

The Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES Board of Education has appointed Dr. James Niedermeier as Director of Early College Programs and principal of the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH) program.  “I am excited to join HFM BOCES. I have been committed to providing early college programs throughout my entire career and this role will allow me […]

Important Update: Internet-Enabled Devices Policy

New York State Governor Hochul has signed legislation into law aimed at establishing a statewide standard for distraction-free school environments. The details of the Governor’s bell-to-bell statewide policy to ban cell phone usage in public and charter schools can be viewed here. In response, HFM BOCES has taken steps to align with these new standards. At […]

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