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Tompkins Seneca Tioga Boces

555 WARREN RDITHACA, NY 14850

About Tompkins Seneca Tioga Boces

Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga BOCES is acclaimed among Elementary Schools in New York for its dedication to innovation in educational programs related to career readiness. Located in Ithaca, the school serves students in grades 1–12 through career-related academic, technical, and vocational programs. The school boasts the remarkable student-teacher ratio of 4:1 so that instruction can be individualized to allow the fullest access for the diverse learning needs of the children. Healthcare, cosmetology, welding, and technology programs offer students a pathway to success in the real world today. Families in the area enjoy a strong commitment to community, with a median home price of $425,000, indicative of Ithaca's increasing desirability. Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga BOCES remains an inspired leader in skill-based education, innovation and opportunity among Elementary Schools in New York.

Tompkins Seneca Tioga Boces Contact Information

Address

555 WARREN RDITHACA, NY 14850

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Phone

(607) 257-1551

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 0%
Reading 0%
State average proficiency is 0% in Math and 0% in Reading.
77
Full-time Teachers
4 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
307
Total Students
TOP 146 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Tompkins Seneca Tioga Boces

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 74.1%
Asian 2%
Hispanic 5.1%
Black 6.5%
Two+ Races 11.6%
Native Am. 1%
White
74.1%
Asian
2%
Hispanic
5.1%
Black
6.5%
Two+ Races
11.6%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 307
37.2%
114 Female
62.8%
193 Male

Student Population

307 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

43 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga BOCES: Lily Talcott has been appointed as the new Executive Director for the organization, which has been a significant leadership change for BOCES.

FAQ

Q1: What does TST BOCES emphasize in your school?

A: The school emphasizes STEM (science, tech, engineering, and math), preparing children for jobs, and making classes full of engaging experiences so their prepared for high school and life after.

Q2: Are students allowed to participate in activities outside of class?

A: Absolutely. There is a wide range of clubs, arts, sports and leadership opportunities. They are able to experience learning and practice skills that are not always available from a textbook.

Q3: How can parents get more involved in Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga Boces?

A: Parents can contribute by volunteering, attending PTA/SAC meetings, and being involved with activities. Everything is designed to show support for their children as they grow.

Q4: Does the school offer any programs after the school day?

A: Yes. There is an after school program that allows students to complete homework, engage in activities and socialize with their peers.

Q5: What awards has TST BOCES won?

A: TST BOCES has received awards for new school programs, STEM work and their support to all students in the region.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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