Hewlett-Woodmere students win the Vanguard Award

Tiana Francis and Shi’Ann Jackson, who are both studying police science and criminal justice at Nassau BOCES Barry Tech were presented with the 2017 Vanguard Award for breaking new ground in career and technical education.

The students earned the award for seeking academic and career paths that defy conventional gender roles. It recognizes exceptional students enrolled in programs that prepare them for nontraditional careers.

The Vanguard Award was created by the Nontraditional Employment and Training Project, which provides statewide assistance to career and technical education institutions that offer nontraditional programs.

NET is funded through the New York State Education Department and is committed to preparing students for the workforce through the promotion of gender-neutral educational strategies and practices.

Nassau BOCES offers state-of-the-art programs for learners of all ages and abilities as well as cost-effective services for school districts and municipalities.