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Lancaster High School senior Kasia Lawrence is thriving in the New Vision Connections: Health-Related Careers program at Oishei Children’s Hospital. Kasia credited the program, which gives honors-level seniors the opportunity to observe all aspects of the medical field in action, with helping her find her path after high school.
“I’ve always wanted to be in the medical field, and this program let me immerse myself in what I love,” she said. “After...
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Tonawanda City School District student Marlea Kolepp is thriving as she studies in the Health Careers program at the Kenton Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center. Marlea said her goal was to work in primary care and preventative medicine, with a goal of making her community a better place.
“I’ve always wanted to go into healthcare to help others and learn more about the human body,” Marlea explains. “This program has given me background knowledge...
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Anthony Urbanczyk, a junior student at JFK High School, said he first joined the P-TECH BUILD program at the Potter Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center as a backup plan for his dreams in sports. The innovative program combines classroom learning with real-world skills to prepare students for careers in skilled trades. In his studies, Anthony has built new skills and a plan for when he finishes high school.
“Being in this program has made me want to do this for...
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With a combination of creativity, kindness and hard work, Amherst Central School District student Declan Goldhawk is thriving in the Virtual Production and Design program at the Calspan CTE Center.
Instructor Jason Bieger said Declan has been “an outstanding student who consistently has over 100 percent average.”
Declan is known for accepting every opportunity that comes his way and has been recognized in the community for his work. Notably, Declan won his...
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Joy Bado, a Sweet Home CSD student, is flourishing in the New Visions Zoo, Wildlife and Conservation Careers  (ZWCC) program at the Buffalo Zoo.
Passionate about animals and environmental protection, Joy joined the program to gain hands-on experience and explore career opportunities in zoology. "From an early age, it was a dream of mine to have a job where I could learn about animals and protect the environment," said Joy.
The program has helped Joy deepen her understanding...
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