May BLT Recognition board by Gordon Baxter

HR powerhouse

2025-05-07 02:45:43 UTC

A huge thank you to Kaitlin and the entire Co-op HR team for their tireless support in helping us hire 400+ summer employees — all while simultaneously collaborating to codify and revise our hiring processes to ensure compliance and consistency across the programs!

EduTech

2025-05-07 02:47:32 UTC

A big thank you to Tom, Eric, and Rich (and their incredible sub-teams) for supporting a major lift for Co-op this year: the successful launch of a new SchoolTool site and the rollout of ParentSquare!

Kas Wheeler

2025-05-07 02:48:49 UTC

Thank you to Kas Wheeler for being a voice of clarity and reason during my transition into this new role. Your steady guidance and trust in the process have made all the difference — I’m truly grateful.

Bridgette Barr

WFLStaffDevelopment — 2025-05-07 11:45:11 UTC

Thank you for all your support and guidance in helping us maximize our School Culture and Climate grant. This work is making an impact both locally and across the state!

Gordy Baxter and the Staff D Team

WFLStaffDevelopment — 2025-05-07 11:47:26 UTC

For creating a regional professional learning catalog that meets the needs of our region and continues to push thinking to get us ready for NYSED's NY Inspires plan.

RJEC team

tyler_sweeting — 2025-05-07 13:45:16 UTC

I’d like to highlight the outstanding work RJEC has accomplished this year. They successfully increased student enrollment while maintaining—or even reducing—staff levels, making them our largest SSD site with 106 students. Additionally, among our three SSD sites, RJEC achieved the lowest average monthly suspension rate.

Greg Maine

tyler_sweeting — 2025-05-07 15:28:57 UTC

Many thanks to Greg Maine for his dedication in organizing observations, completing unannounced visits, and efficiently addressing technology needs and requests from each site in a timely manner. Your hard work is truly appreciated!

aprilseeley — 2025-05-07 15:37:45 UTC

Big shout-out to Lisa, Tyler, and Shannon for always making me feel so welcome in P-16 and for being incredible collaborators! I’m so grateful for everything we’ve accomplished together and even more excited for the adventures ahead—like finally catching the elusive chicken person! 🐔🙌

aprilseeley — 2025-05-07 15:50:21 UTC

Shout-out to Gordy for being such a great teammate! His communication and collaboration make everything run smoothly. Excited to keep working together—after all, that chair in my office has officially become his spot! 😊

Shannon Brown

2025-05-07 15:55:09 UTC

Shannon is a motivating and inspiring leader who enthusiastically supports her teams! Shannon's leadership fosters an environment where everyone is connected, valued, and accepted. She consistently demonstrates genuine care and support, ensuring her leadership team feels appreciated and integral to BOCES' success. Shannon's unwavering commitment to respect and inclusivity has created a space where we all thrive together. Thank you, Shannon, for all you do!

Communications team!

tyler_sweeting — 2025-05-07 16:29:58 UTC

Thank you to Amanda Airth and the communications team for providing P-16 communications, photos, graduation/completion ceremony support, graphics, and so much more. Your timeliness and efficiency are greatly appreciated!

April Seeley

tyler_sweeting — 2025-05-07 17:03:27 UTC

Thank you, April Seeley, for your dedication and collaboration with the P-16 team in supporting our programs through a wide range of professional development and initiatives. Your expertise across multiple areas of instruction has been a valuable asset, and we appreciate your contributions to strengthening our instructional efforts—and so much more.

2025-05-07 17:03:49 UTC

Lisa's visionary approach ensures we are always prepared for the future, and her commitment to fostering creativity drives us to explore new possibilities. She exemplifies authenticity daily in her interactions, building trust and inspiring others. Lisa leads by example, showing us the importance of being true to ourselves and embracing our unique qualities. Thank you, Lisa, for believing in the P-16 leaders and leveraging our strengths! Your support and visionary leadership inspire us to strive for excellence and embrace our unique contributions.

2025-05-07 17:27:44 UTC

Michele's unwavering commitment to our BOCES’s growth and achievement is inspiring. Their leadership fosters an environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to reach their full potential. Michele consistently goes above and beyond to ensure each team member has the resources and support needed to succeed. Her dedication to our collective success is evident in every decision she makes and every interaction she has. Thank you, Michele, for your support and for always believing in our success. Your leadership is a cornerstone of our achievements, and we appreciate you!

Kas Wheeler

2025-05-07 20:12:42 UTC

Shout out to Kas who executed a Co-Op Leader meeting with the regional principals that included strong collaboration conversations and outlined systems/expectations for the summer. Way to go Kas!

Lisa Meade

2025-05-07 20:14:15 UTC

Thank you Lisa for making others feel included and seen!

Michele Sullivan

2025-05-07 20:18:04 UTC

Michele's willingness to see a problem/deficit and know she is unafraid to find a solution when others might back away slowly is inspiring. I could not be more grateful to be able to learn from her example of navigating these leadership "opportunities" with grace and professionalism.

Joey!

2025-05-07 20:22:36 UTC

Joe has managed some staff situations lately that were difficult to navigate. He cares about his work and tries to put our employees and the organization in the best place possible, even in tough situations. Way to go Joe!

Tyler Sweeting

lisameade — 2025-05-07 22:57:35 UTC

"The pace of the leader determines the pace of the pack." Tyler is a champion for his Principals and all of his programs, including students. Good enough is never just good enough. Thank you for leading with conviction and heart.

FLSS

lisameade — 2025-05-07 23:04:29 UTC

Shout out to FLSS for hosting the sweetest program event last week. Making core memories for students who would not have had that experience is remarkable. Kudos to the entire team that made it happen and to Dan Healy for being the "one" for so many of his students.

Lynne Rutnik

lisameade — 2025-05-07 23:31:36 UTC

If there is a champion for innovation and someone not afraid to try new ideas -- it is you! You make it safe for others to dream out loud about possibilities. You see courage and vulnerability as superpowers and make it safe for us all to show up as are and contribute however we best can.

P16 Principals

lisameade — 2025-05-07 23:33:59 UTC

THANK YOU. You juggle a million things all at once, with heart and commitment. We are so proud to be part of this team. You may not realize it, but you are inspiring us all. Iron sharpens iron!

2025-05-08 02:32:36 UTC

Thank you, Lynne, for your exceptional leadership and for bringing us together through our shared goals and BOCES commitments. Your passion and determination are truly inspiring, and we are grateful for your guidance and vision. Together, we are united in our purpose and stronger than ever.

John Kelly - A Super Hero!

2025-05-08 02:48:44 UTC

John Kelly is an exemplary and trusted leader who consistently reminds us all that student, staff, and employee safety is the number one priority of the WFL BOCES. His dedication to safety ensures that we can all focus on our roles with confidence and peace of mind. John always prioritizes the well-being of our community. His proactive approach to anticipating and addressing potential risks has significantly impacted our organization. Thank you for your exceptional leadership and for continuously emphasizing the importance of safety! We truly appreciate and are grateful to you!

Welcome to Greg Lasher!

2025-05-08 02:58:25 UTC

Welcome, Greg Lasher, the new Assistant Director of Facilities! Greg brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our BOCES team. We are excited that he joined us; he will undoubtedly make positive contributions and have an impact on our organization. We look forward to working with Greg in his new role. Welcome, Greg!

John Kelly

2025-05-08 14:06:21 UTC

Thank you to John Kelly for running a department training for us on TapApp. His presentation provided clarity to our staff on how to use the system and I think we all walked away feeling informed and safer with John at the helm. Thank you John!

Staff D

2025-05-09 17:01:10 UTC

Huge shout out to Staff Development Team for the organization of the AI conference. I shared this with Gordy and April already, but it deserves recognition on a larger scale. They managed to offer a more comprehensive one-day event than I was able to glean in multiple sessions over multiple days at state and national conferences that I have attended this past year. The talent right here in our own region is astounding!

Ashley Schultz

2025-05-11 23:14:17 UTC

You have been juggling more than your fair share lately. Just wanted to remind you that you are very much appreciated and we are proud to you have you on our team.

Jessica Sheridan

gordon_baxter — 2025-05-12 14:36:12 UTC

Jessica's leadership and guidance has made this year successful. She is always available as a colleague, supervisor, and thought partner. She embodies what it means to make success possible!

April Seeley

gordon_baxter — 2025-05-12 14:38:24 UTC

Thank you for being the best teammate and thought partner! Anyone that works with April knows they will be successful, becuse she truly makes people stronger.

HR Dream Team

gordon_baxter — 2025-05-14 11:52:54 UTC

Thank you for all the support Kaitlin and Joe give me as a leader with all aspects of supporting the workforce at BOCES!!!!!!!!!!!