West Genesee Students Honored for Achievements at OCM BOCES

Three West Genesee High School students enrolled in programs at OCM BOCES were recently honored for their achievements.

BOCES Auto Students Honored

Jacob Winter received OCM BOCES Reognition
Instructor Matt McGivney with
Jacob Winters

On May 2, OCM BOCES honored its Automotive Technology and Automotive Collision Technology students for their outstanding achievements through the Snap-On Tools for Success awards program. Instructors selected students for their excellent automotive technology, math, and science skills, as well as for outstanding classroom participation, attendance, and attitude.

West Genesee High School senior Jacob Winters was selected for Automotive Collision Technology. He received a Certificate of Excellence and a Snap-On Tools screwdriver, valued at over $100.

Syracuse Auto Dealers 2019 Honor Exceptional Students

Nicholas GIachetti receive recognition at OCM BOCES
Nicholas Giachetti and Instructor Brandon Chase

Every year, the Syracuse Auto Dealers Association (SADA) recognizes students who have shown exemplary work and dedication in the fields of auto technology and collision, which continue to be high-demand career fields in Central New York and across the nation.

This year’s winners were recognized on May 7 during a luncheon celebration at the OCM BOCES Thompson Road Campus.

Jadin Thomas Received OCM BOCES Recognition
Jadin Thomas and Instructor Erick Dodge

Nicholas Giachetti and Jadin Thomas, two West Genesee High School seniors that attend OCM BOCES, were among the six students who received the recognition with their family, friends, and instructors in the audience.

Students were nominated for the award by their instructors. Member representatives of the SADA were on-site to hand out the awards to recipients.

The prestigious SADA recognition comes with a sizeable tool kit for each award winner.

Congratulations to all three students for these well-deserved honors!