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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

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

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 […]
Regional Educators Convene to Advance NY’s Portrait of a Graduate Vision
Educational leaders from the HFM BOCES region recently gathered for a workshop aimed at better preparing students for college, careers, and civic life focusing beyond traditional assessments. Held on Thursday, Sept. 18 at the HFM BOCES campus, the event welcomed nearly 70 educators. The event focused on New York’s recently adopted Portrait of a Graduate, […]
New school year underway for nearly 600 students at HFM Career and Tech Center

Nearly 600 high school juniors and seniors converged on the HFM Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center last week to begin honing the skills needed for today’s in-demand careers. These students represent all 11 high schools within the HFM BOCES region, including Amsterdam, Broadalbin-Perth, Canajoharie, Fonda-Fultonville, Fort Plain, Gloversville, Johnstown, Mayfield, Northville, Oppenheim-Ephratah-St. Johnsville, and […]
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

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 […]
HFM BOCES Board Re-elects Sullivan and Zajicek as Officers for 2025-2026
The HFM BOCES Board of Education held its annual reorganizational meeting on July 2, 2025, where board members re-elected Matthew Sullivan as president and Kathryn Zajicek as vice-president for the 2025-2026 academic year. Sullivan was first elected to the HFM BOCES Board in 2021. He currently serves as the board president of the Fonda-Fultonville Central […]
PTECH fourth quarter honor roll announced
The Hamilton-Fulton-Montgomery BOCES Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH) recently announced the students who achieved principal’s list and honor roll status for the fourth quarter of the 2024-25 school year. Principal’s List Robert Christian Bull, Sebastian Carmichael, Jacob A DeMagistris, Anthony Dolder*, Kylie Grace Ferrell, Aileen Germond, Alanea Geweye*, Xavier Grieme*, Hailey Hallenbeck*, […]
Adirondack Academy celebrates 23 graduates in heartfelt ceremony
The HFM BOCES Adirondack Academy alternative high school program recently celebrated the hard work, resilience, and dedication of 23 students who successfully completed the program and are set to receive their high school diplomas from their home school districts. The ceremony took place on Friday, June 13, inside the Rao Theater at SUNY Fulton-Montgomery Community […]