CA BOCES Honored With National Public Relations/Design Awards

The Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES Graphic Design/Print Shop team recently received recognition in the National School Public Relations Association Annual Communication Awards.
Members of the graphic design team, from left, Brittany Campbell, Kim Survil, Ashley Gleason, and Jennifer Rickert.
CA BOCES Graphic Designer, Ashley Gleason, is pictured with Allegany-Limestone Superintendent, Tony Giannicchi in front of the award-winning entrance at the middle/high school.

Olean, NY – June 21, 2022 – Each year, the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) recognizes exemplary work in school public relations, marketing, graphic design, and digital media in their nation-wide Communication Awards competition. The Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES Graphic Design/Print Shop team recently received recognition in several categories in the 2022 competition.

NSPRA’s mission is to build support and trust through responsible public relations that leads to success for all students. With more than 80 years of experience, NSPRA has a reputation in the field for practical approaches to solving school district and agency communication problems. The NSPRA has honored the best work in school communication for more than 50 years with its annual awards.

CA BOCES was awarded recognition for several pieces in the Publications and Digital Media category in the 2022 competition that included several internal booklets and brochures and a front entry window design for Allegany-Limestone Central School District.

Scott Payne, CA BOCES District Superintendent, said that he was pleased to learn of the recognition. “Our team focuses all year on providing high-quality communication solutions internally and to the component school districts in our region,” he said. “I’m extremely proud of the work being done to increase communication and professionalism in our communities.”

CA BOCES Director of Technology, Michael Graf, said that he is proud of the team and their continued innovation. “Our focus continues to be working together for the best solutions for our districts. These awards highlight how our team continues to push creativity with that goal in mind.”

As the regional leader in education services, CA BOCES offers state-of-the-art programs for learners of all ages and abilities as well as cost-effective shared services

for 22 component school districts. CA BOCES empowers students to achieve their maximum potential by offering a wide variety of innovative programs and support that include special education, career and technical education, adult and continuing education, technology support, and instructional support services