Webster CSD Vocational Programs Board of Education Meeting - February 3, 2026
Introductions Andy Maillet, Assistant Superintendent Ari Halaris, Director of Student Services Mike Ponticello, Transition Specialist
Learning Targets ●
I can explain how our special education classrooms support students as they prepare for life after graduation.
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I can discuss how our staff collaborate with local businesses to help students build independence and gain valuable vocational skills through work study opportunities.
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I can highlight examples of our incredible graduates that work right here in our district and throughout our Webster community.
Board of Education Goals ●
GOAL 1: Our academic program will provide all students with the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful throughout their educational experience and beyond.
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GOAL 3: Build educational partnerships to enhance the value of district programs, operations, and educational opportunities for our students.
Vocational Programming ● Variety of programs, locations, and experiences ● Individualized based on student abilities, interests, and goals ● Time and care for all of our students
High School Opportunities ● Schroeder (12:1:1 and 15:1) ○ Food Services ○ Customer Service in the Library Cafe ○ Home Skills ● Thomas (12:1:4) ○ Starlight Cafe
High School Opportunities ● Multi-Occupational/FOCUS at BOCES ○ Primarily students in 15:1, 8:1:1, and OWL ○ Webster students are currently participating in: ■ Buildings and Grounds ■ Auto ■ Family and Consumer Sciences ■ Food Preparation ■ Digital Media and Arts ■ Small Animal Care
Work Study and Transition ● Seniors in 15:1 participating in community work studies ○ Goal of the program - Gain entry level employment skills upon completion ○ Community partnerships including Exotic Pet Birds, Garber Chevrolet/Subaru, Morgan Properties, Wilberts Premium Auto Parts, Maplewood Nursing Home, and Tree Town Cafe
Work Study and Transition ● Seniors in 12:1:1 participating in community work studies ○ Goal of the program - To determine the most appropriate level of support needed ○ Partnerships within the district including Elementary Libraries, Middle and High Cafeterias, and Building and Grounds
Work Study and Transition ● Students in our transition programs at St. John Fisher University (12:1:1 and 12:1:4) ○ Goal of the program - Transition to the adult services and appropriate employment setting ○ Work Study partnerships including St. John Fisher Food Service, Fisher Technology Services, Fisher Bookstore, Pittsford YMCA, Hawk Axle and Frame, and CDS Unistel Industries
Community Partnerships