At a recent celebration hosted by the Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation, Suffolk Credit Union (SCU) awarded three grants totaling $10,000 to Nassau BOCES, supporting critical special education initiatives.
These funds will provide resources and opportunities to students in various Nassau BOCES programs and schools, in order to enrich their learning experience.
“We sincerely thank Suffolk Credit Union for their generosity, partnership and confidence in our mission,” said Tony Fierro, Foundation President and Senior Administrator of Nassau BOCES Capital Projects and Facilities Services.
Below are the 3 grants awarded by SCU:
– Carman Road School:
Eyes on Learning: Establishing access for early communication development. Stephanie Millman, speech-language pathologist; Alyssa Davoli, director.
Inclusive STEAM: Empowering all students to imagine, create and thrive. Victoria Labarbera, teacher; Heather Kontonis, teaching assistant; Alyssa Davoli, director.
– Seaman Neck Middle School:
“The Book Effect”: Building a community of lifelong learners. Maylin Rivera, library resources specialist; Christine Nardi, director.
Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation
With a 20-year history, the Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation is an independent, non-profit, school community organization dedicated to enriching the lives and learning opportunities of all Nassau BOCES students.
Its goal is to obtain and allocate funds that support programs and staff, encourage creative ideas, and enhance educational experiences.
The Foundation actively seeks donations and grants to empower students and promote excellence in education.
For more information, visit www.nbeducationalfoundation.org.
About Nassau BOCES
With 60 years of history, Nassau BOCES serves as a vital regional resource, offering cutting-edge programs for students of all ages and abilities, as well as cost-effective services for school districts and municipalities.
“We empower students to reach their full potential in alternative, artistic, outdoor, special education, vocational and technical training, and virtual educational environments,” they say from Nassau BOCES.
“We offer adult education programs as well as a variety of initiatives critical to improving Long Island’s regional economy.”
“Our professional development activities advance teaching and learning on Long Island. Additionally, our technology services form the backbone of many school districts’ infrastructure.”
“As county educational leaders in the implementation of state reforms, we help shape the future of education,” they emphasize.
For more information, visit www.nassauboces.organd “like” their page Facebook and follow them on instagram.
