Celebration of Success 2018 at OCC
On April 17, 2018, OCC hosted the “Celebration of Success 2018” ceremony. The celebration offered a look into the innovative programs and partnerships OCC offers, while providing a unique perspective of these programs and partnerships through the eyes of students and community partners. The Solvay UFSD was an impact partner honoree for the event, due to their participation in the OCC Advantage Program, which launched at Solvay UFSD in 2016. Members of the Solvay UFSD administration team, members of the Solvay UFSD Board of Education, and students participating in the program attended the event.At the celebration, Superintendent Jay Tinklepaugh took to the stage to speak to attendees. He started his speech by acknowledging and thanking Dr. Casey Crabhill, the OCC Foundation, and everyone involved in putting on the Celebration of Success. He also recognized the members of the Solvay UFSD administration team and Board of Education in attendance, as well as the students participating in the OCC Advantage Program. Mr. Tinklepaugh then talked about the success of the OCC Advantage Program, discussing the efforts of everyone involved in the collaboration and thanking them for their support.
“The OCC Advantage Program provides our students with an opportunity to prepare for college success and will allow students to attend OCC tuition free,” said Mr. Tinklepaugh.
Mr. Tinklepaugh concluded his speech by focusing on the success of the partnerships the Solvay UFSD has had with OCC, from making college courses available to students in high school to offering the OCC Advantage Program.
“We are truly exciting to be here to celebrate these successes and we look forward to partnering on many more initiatives for student success.”
Click here to read more about the OCC Advantage Program.
Photos by Paul Carmen Photography