The faculty members at Erie 1 BOCES Potter Career & Technical Center have selected Stephen Olson, a senior from JFK High School, as their featured student of the month for February. Stephen is currently enrolled in the Building Trades program under the instruction of Mr. Grieco and Mr. Toth.
Stephen was selected by the staff and administration from the BOCES career center because of his exceptional attendance. He also demonstrates a high level of attention to detail when working on a modular house project as well as any shop projects he completes. Stephen decided to join the program after attending a tour of the Potter Career & Technical Center his sophomore year. After graduation he plans to attend college, possibly utilizing an articulation agreement with Alfred State College.
As part of the public education model, Erie 1 BOCES offers more than 25 career and technical programs to high school students in Erie County. High school students interested in learning more about how they can participate in various programs such as the building trades, computer networking and graphic design during their normal school day should visit http://www.e1b.org/cte or speak with their high school counselor.
