Zoo Wildlife and Conservation Careers (New Visions)
1 Year Program
In Partnership with the Buffalo Zoo
Zoo Wildlife and Conservation Careers is a program for honors-level seniors. Students in this program consider the 23-acre Buffalo Zoo their home and explore the many career possibilities in animal care, wildlife conservation and zoo operations.
Program Highlights
- Daily access to zoo grounds
- Intern with zoo keepers at the Buffalo Zoo
- Go on behind the scenes tours of the Buffalo Zoo
- Learn from a wide variety of guest speakers
College Agreements
- Canisius University
Additional Information
- High School Credits
English 12 (1 Credit)
Participation in Government (.5 Credit)
Economics (.5 Credit)
Internship (1 Credit)
Zoo Wildlife and Conservation Careers (1 Credit)
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Contact Information
Principal
(716) 821-7331
Lucas Vogel
Instructor
(716) 821-7331
Hannah Weigand
The Erie 1 BOCES New Visions and Tech Prep programs connect qualified, highly-motivated high school seniors with mentoring professionals in the workplace and with local colleges and universities. These competitive, on-site programs integrate required English and Social Studies credits with targeted studies at locations such as Canisius University, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, Buffalo State University, Conway Beam Truck Group and The Buffalo Zoo.
More information is available by calling (716) 821-7259 or by speaking with your school counselor.
Application Process
More Information
Kimberly Biniasz, Assistant Principal
E1B Potter Career Center
705 Potters Road
West Seneca, New York 14224
Frequently Asked Questions
| What does the term “New Visions” really mean? |
| Through this program you will expand your knowledge in a chosen career path where you will develop a “New Vision”. This “New Vision” will help you make an informed decision on your future. |
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| Who should I contact with questions? |
| Kevin Hurley (716) 821-7259 |
| What does a day in the life of a New Visions student look like? |
| Students will initially spend about 6 weeks in the classroom establishing foundational knowledge in their program. They'll then start to work with mentors in the field. They'll spend some of their school week working alongside these professionals to gain a broader understanding of the field and the work that's involved. The classroom will remain a home base for students and the class will continue to meet regularly as a group to reflect on their experiences and gain deeper knowledge. Typically, students in the Connections programs will conduct all mentorship experiences onsite at either the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus or Millard Fillmore Hospital. Students in Legal Academy and Business, Management, and Marketing will be expected to travel to a series of internship experiences within the community. |
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