Emily Infield, daughter of Jennifer & William Infield, has been selected as the Career and Technical Education Student of the Month at Southwest Tech (BOCES) for May 2024.

Emily is senior at Gouverneur Central School and is enrolled in the Criminal Justice I Program at Southwest Tech.
Emily is an outstanding student with a positive attitude. She has not missed a day of school this entire year. Emily is always eager to assist others and completes all assignments to a standard beyond what is expected.

Criminal Justice Teacher: Rachelle Foster

Travis Bush, son of Eric and Tabatha Bush has been selected as the Career and Technical Education Student of the Month at Southwest Tech (BOCES) for April 2024.

Travis is a senior at Clifton-Fine Central School and is enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Operations II Program at Southwest Tech.

Travis always works to the best of his ability. He never complains about the daily schedule. Travis is always willing to do what needs to be done.

Heavy Equipment Operations Teacher: Eugene Mullaney

Olivia Klimowicz, daughter of Donna & Robert Klimowicz, has been selected as the Career and Technical Education Student of the Month at Southwest Tech (BOCES) for May 2024.

Olivia is a senior at Gouverneur Central School and enrolled in the Cosmetology Il Program at Southwest Tech.

Olivia comes to class each day prepared and eager to learn. She never turns down a challenge; rather, she embraces them and succeeds. She maintains an outstanding grade point average, has excellent attendance, and demonstrates exceptional work ethic. Olivia conducts herself in a very professional manner and treats staff, fellow students, and clients with a great deal of dignity and respect. She demonstrates excellent communication and public speaking skills.

Each day, Olivia goes above and beyond what is expected of her to help or practice her skills without being asked. She is always the first to volunteer to do any service, and she willingly volunteered to represent the cosmetology program by guiding tours and helping educate 8th and 10th grade visitors in our program. She is well-rounded in her interests and activities, both in and out of school. She has the ability to gracefully balance school work, family, social activities, and community service events; she also plays a big role in volunteer work at her church. Olivia has a very bright future ahead of her and is truly a pleasure to have in class.

Upon completion of the Cosmetology Program, Olivia will be prepared and eligible to sit for the New York State Board licensing exam and plans to pursue a career in the beauty industry.

Cosmetology Teacher: Amy Stull

Madison Kackison, daughter of Jessica Kobylanski and Gregory Kackison, has been selected as the Career and Technical Education Student of the Month at Southwest Tech (BOCES) for March 2024.

Madison is a Junior at Harrisville Central School and is enrolled in the Nurse Assisting Program at Southwest Tech.

Madi is an excellent student. She has done outstanding work during our clinical rotation and shows compassion and professionalism in her work. Madi is always willing to assist her classmates. She takes the initiative in the classroom and clinical setting. She is an active member of Skills USA. Congratulation Madi!

Nurse Assisting Teacher: Liza Atkinson

Joshua Bailey, son of Karen and Kevin Bailey has been selected as the Career and Technical Education Student of the Month at Southwest Tech (BOCES) for April 2024.

Joshua is a senior at Edwards-Knox Central School and is enrolled in the Electrical Technologies II Program at Southwest Tech.

Josh is an excellent student and a pleasure to have in class. He is putting 100% effort into this class and his projects. Josh wants to learn and excel in this field. He asks questions when he is not certain about a process and is not offended when he has to make changes.

Electrical Technologies Teacher: Levi Durham

Elaina Raven, daughter of Christopher and Rachel Raven has been selected as the Career and Technical Education Student of the Month at Southwest Tech (BOCES) for February 2024

Elaina is a senior at Gouverneur Central School and is enrolled in the Education & Human Services II Program at Southwest Tech.

Elaina is conscientious, friendly, and helpful, has an excellent work ethic and thrives in her internship placements. She has been the class high achiever for two consecutive semesters, is an active member of Skills USA and the National Technical Honor Society.

Education & Human Services Teacher: Annie Ruberti