In a proud moment for the entire school community, Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES has been named a Green Shield School by The Positivity Project for the 2024-25 school year. Green Shield Schools are recognized for exemplifying character and relationship-driven systems among staff, students, and families – to cultivate lifelong learning and a positive school culture.

To earn this honor, Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES participated in an application process driven by six rigorous categories, including: Staff Implementation, Student Leadership, Family Engagement, Professional Learning, Positive Climate, and The P2 Movement.

“Being named a Green Shield School is a testament to the passion and dedication of everyone at Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES,” said Jenilee Weisbrod, Principal of Special Education. “It has empowered our students to lead with character, strengthened relationships among staff, and created a shared language of positivity that now extends to families and the broader community.”

On Friday, June 13^th, Weisbrod surprised students and staff by announcing the Green Shield School recognition at the 2024-25 awards ceremony. After celebrating the successes of the school year, a banner was revealed and all were invited for a group photo. The banner will be prominently displayed in the hallways of Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES to serve as a lasting reminder of this achievement.

To learn more about The Positivity Project, please visit www.posproject.org or watch their founding story here.