Educational Foundation
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Nancy Bojanowski, President of Erie 1 BOCES Educational Foundation announces the first Jay Withey Humility Award Winner.
Nathan Wittmeyer was named the winner of the Jay Withey Humility Award for 2023. He is flanked by John Sherman, President of the BOE and Dr. Michael Capuana, E1B District Superintendent.
The Erie 1 BOCES Educational Foundation, Inc. is a private, independent, volunteer-led nonprofit, formed in 2019 to support, encourage and enrich the educational programs and staff activities of Erie 1 Board of Cooperative Educational Services (“BOCES”).
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Provide financial support and resources, not otherwise available from regular budget sources or state or federal aid, for the benefit of the educational programs and staff activities offered by the BOCES.
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President and Secretary Vice President and Treasurer Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Director Emeritus To contact the Foundation Directors please email E1BFoundation@outlook.com Please feel free to contact any one of these Board members for more information or to share any ideas to assist with our mission. |
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Please consider our foundation as a recipient for your fundraising event. |
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| Donald Ogilvie Memorial Teacher Mini Grant Program | ||||||||||
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The purpose of these mini grants is to promote and supplement all Erie 1 BOCES instructional programs. The Erie 1 BOCES Educational Foundation, Inc. will fund up to $1000. worth of proposals to BOCES classrooms in this round. No proposal is too small. Maximum award is $250. Four grants will be awarded for Spring semester. (Spring 2023)
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“Donald Ogilvie served as Erie 1 BOCES District Superintendent from April of 1997 to June 2014. He is remembered for his integrity, educational leadership and community involvement, which are inherent in the mission of the Erie 1 BOCES Educational Foundation."| Scholarship for Workforce Development Students |
  
The Amherst Federal Credit Union has partnered with the Erie 1 BOCES Educational Foundation and Workforce Development to provide low-income students greater access to quality, adult education programs by offering scholarships of up to $600 per eligible and approved student. Eligible students must demonstrate financial need, become members of the AFCU, and enroll in a full-time Workforce Development program. A full-time program is defined as a program greater than 100 clock hours in length. Scholarship applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Scholarships will be applied only after all other sources of grants or sponsorships have been applied. For more information, Email Kim Tomaszewski. Recipients: Kiana Pitman will be awarded $300. “…$300.00 may not seem like much to some, but to me, it’s a whole paycheck, it’s a car payment, it’s a utility bill. I think one of the biggest barriers for not only myself but for aspiring students across the world is money. I have so much drive and effort waiting to be poured into not only this program but to my dream of being an esthetician, and being awarded this scholarship would take a weight off by shoulders heavier than ever. I can’t wait to start this first step.” Nate Wielbon will be awarded $275. “I made the decision to enroll in the esthetics program as a way to provide a more sound financial future for me and my children. The $300 deposit was a big commitment as it was a significant contribution to my monthly income…” Christina Hackett will be awarded $275. "Receiving this scholarship money will help drastically with paying for tuition while I am not employed." Jennifer Huefner will be awarded $275. " This career path will provide monetary security for my fmaily and that kind of stability will change our lives." Damilyne Aquino will be awarded $275. "I want to provide a good future for my son and going to school for LPN will allow me to do that." Nilah Slocumb, a recent graduate of the Esthetics program was awarded $300. “Financial hardships have taken a toll…I am unlicensed and without a vehicle therefore I am also responsible for my transportation to and from school which has been a challenge….Successful completion of the program will grant me employment in a career that I have a passion for…” Aaliyah Brown will be awarded $600.00 “I have faced significant financial barriers being raised by my single father. Just to make ends meet we had to get assistance from the government which included EBT and Section 8…Completing the workforce program would not only be a big accomplishment for me, but a start to build towards my career. I hope to build my own business…Taking this step will help impact my future and make not only me, but my father proud.” Kimberly Adams will be awarded $275 “I need help paying for the program seat…I’m living paycheck to paycheck and I work very hard.” Antoinette Benbow will be awarded $275 “I’m ready to take the next step to better my situation.” Alyshia Jackson will be awarded $275 “I am requesting a scholarship due to being a single mother of two children, working hard every day to provide and maintain a healthy household…” Robin Turner will be awarded $275“I am happy I have an opportunity to enhance my career and becoming an LPN will financially help my household…” |
| Scholarship For an Erie 1 BOCES Graduating Senior |
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In collaboration with the Amherst Federal Credit Union. For the 2023 calendar year, a scholarship of $750 will be awarded to two Erie 1 BOCES students who meet the following criteria
Maire' Gardon is a student at Harkness CTE in Fashion Design. Her teacher is Mrs. Darlene Borchert and her home district is Cheektowaga UFSD. Maire' plans to attend Buffalo State College to study fashion textile technology. Her career goals are to pursue a career in costume and textile conservancy or to be a costume consultant in film.
Bella Mongold is student at KenTon CTE in Cosmetology. Her teacher is Ms. Karen Austin and her home District is Tonawanda City School District. Bella plans to attend Erie Community College to study cosmetology. Her plans are to pursue a cosmetology business and open her own salon/spa.
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