The Oneida-Herkimer-Madison (OHM) BOCES Cooperative Board is exploring the idea of revising the organization's Mission and Vision Statements.

Since development of the current OHM BOCES Mission and Vision Statements in 2013, the needs of component school districts, local employers and the global workforce have changed rapidly.

The Board welcomes stakeholder input in helping to ensure that the Mission and Vision Statements continue to best represent the purpose, goals, services and programs of the OHM BOCES. A short, six question, online Mission and Vision Survey has been developed to assist the Cooperative Board in revising and redeveloping the OHM BOCES Mission and Vision.

Mission and Vision statements articulate an organization's values and goals. A Mission Statement is focused on what an organization is doing in the present and describes an organization's fundamental and unique purpose.

A Vision Statement is focused on what an organization will do in the future. It is an inspirational description of where an organization is going tomorrow and an extension of the emotions and feelings of its stakeholders.

The OHM BOCES Mission and Vision Statements Survey can be completed online by clicking this link: Survey. All survey responses are anonymous.

The Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES serves the following component school districts: Brookfield, Clinton, Holland Patent, New Hartford, New York Mills, Oriskany, Remsen, Sauquoit Valley, Utica, Waterville, Westmoreland and Whitesboro.

Congratulations to the HP RoboKnights who received the Research Award at the 2020 SUNY Poly FLL Championship!

The Holland Patent Retired Teachers Association recently awarded a pair of $100 educational grants. Pictured from left: Carol Zaleski, HPRTA Educational Grant Committee chair; Julie Horwat, 2018-19 grant recipient; Alicia Roscup, 2019-20 grant recipient; Justin Eberley, 2019-20 grant recipient; Shawn Hast, 2018-19 grant recipient; and Claudette Johnson, HPRTA Treasurer. https://romesentinel.com/stories/hp-retired-teachers-association-awards-educational-grants-for-special-projects,89418

Via the "magic" of technology, 1st graders at GWF had a wonderful chat with Mrs. Claus!  The students were treated to a story about how the Elves and Santa started working together (The Elves in Santa's Workshop.)  They also learned some reindeer dances and had the opportunity to ask many thoughtful questions (Where is Santa now? How does Santa get to all the houses in one night? How do reindeers fly? Where did Rudolph get his red nose?).

Congratulations to the following students who were selected by the Observer Dispatch for the fall All-Mohawk Valley All-Star teams!

Maggie McGuire- Swimming/Diving Girls

Samantha Rachon- Soccer-Girls

Sarah Rachon- Soccer-Girls

Hanna Corrigan-Field Hockey

Justine Draper-Field Hockey

Anna Healey-Field Hockey

Ella Buchanan- Field Hockey

Congratulations to the Girls' Varsity Field Hockey on their 3rd Sectional Title in 3 years!

For the 2018-2019 school year  we had a group of teachers go above and beyond for a student in need. These teachers provided this student with a memorable senior year due to their kindness and generosity. Thank you to these teachers who were recognized at a recent school board meeting (from left to right):  Russell Stevener, Tom DellaPosta, Angela Alcaraz, Tony Donatelli, Mike Arcuri, Margaret McGuire (student board member).  Not pictured:  Beth Denhoff, Sherry Kennerknecht, John Richard.

Congratulations to Holland Patent Middle School and High School for winning the Best of the Best Mohawk Valley Community Choice Award for 2019! 

The Holland Patent Central School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation for the third consecutive year by The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation. The Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievements and commitment to provide music education to all students.

The Holland Patent Central School District is proud to provide students with a Pre-K through 12^th grade music program which features classroom music, 12 performing ensembles, chamber groups, a Suzuki Violin program, AP Music Theory, and a Tri-M Music Honor Society chapter. Students regularly have the opportunity to perform at New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Solo Festivals and Major Organization Evaluations. This year, 35 Holland Patent music students were selected to perform in honor ensembles, including the New York All-State Wind Ensemble. The music department showcases the hard work of district music students in over 15 school-sponsored concerts per school year.

The Best Communities for Music Education Award recognizes that the Holland Patent Central School District is leading the way with learning opportunities for music students in the community. The music department appreciates the continued support from the administration, faculty, staff, and community to further the continued growth of music making in Holland Patent.

Though we’re but a country high school,
Our name unknown to fame
To our colors we are loyal,
Our heritage we claim;

We defend the gold and purple,
Wherever we may be,
Our hearts forever faithful
To the old school in H.P.

The purple hue is royal,
The gold is pure and fine,
And both are king’s apparel
Ordained by word divine,

Therefore, royal are our colors,
To them we true must be,
To show we love and honor
The old school in H.P.