President
I started working for BOCES in 2012, as an LPN at Midlakes. I have been an active member of the union since 2012. I decided to take on more of a leadership role the last three years-- my most recent position being 2nd Vice President. An opportunity to further challenge my leadership qualities presented itself and I accepted the nomination to run for our local 06-201 Union President.
Holly Spelman, LPN
Kelley School NEC Nurse
1st Vice President Nominees
My Name is Mike Nowak, I'm a Sr. Computer Services Assistant From EduTech, MTS Division. I've been with BOCES for five years now in Technical Support. In our Union, I'm currently a building Representative Assigned to EduTech Shared Staff and RSC campus. I also work on the website for the Support Staff Association. I feel my leadership and communication skills will help make this Union stronger than ever! In this post-Janus decision world, we need to fight hard for our Union. I believe I am that person to lead that charge to bring us closer, more open, and tougher than ever before! A vote for me is a vote for a brighter future for the Support Staff Association!
My name is Kelly Markgraf and I'm honored to have been nominated for 1st Vice President of the WFL BOCES union. I want to thank you for taking the time to read this brief summary and allowing me to share why I accept this nomination. I hope to be able to serve you all as your next 1st Vice President. I have been with BOCES for 22 years. My career started out at Wayne Central as a 1:1 Teacher Aide. While at Wayne Central I was able to move into Teacher Assistant Role. When RJEC opened I continued my Teacher Assistant role there. While serving the children at BOCES has been my greatest treasure serving staff has been a forever passion. I love to put a smile on a face, listen to a co-worker and help anyone in need. Those who know me will say my communication skills are unwavering but affective. I am confident that I can help make changes to benefit our members. I am willing to expand that knowledge of the union, chair committees and attend meetings. Again, thank you for this nomination and if voted in, it will be a honor to serve all of you.
Secretary Nominees
Hello, my name is Penny Vanderlinde. I have been nominated for the position of secretary for your union in the upcoming election on June 17th, 2019. I am now a union rep at MEC Middle/High School. As a union rep I have learned various things about what our union does for us. I truly would like to learn more. I shall make sure all the notes are taken at the union meetings and that you are informed of the happenings at your building and upcoming events. These notes shall go to the new union rep in your building. Your vote would be appreciated and I look forward to continuing to be a member of the union. There shall be voting in your building on June 17th or at the conference center from 3-6pm. I shall see you there. Thank you in advance for your vote, your vote counts.
My name is Diane Allegretti and I have been working as a teacher aide at the Newark campus since June 2015. Prior to that I was a substitute at the Newark and Williamson Education sites. I have mainly worked in the functional skills development classrooms both at the High School and Elementary level. I have been a building rep this school year and served on the constitution committee. I am a task oriented worker and I am willing to serve in this capacity. Please consider voting for me for secretary. Thank you.
My name is Stephanie Halsey. I have worked for Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES for 19 years. I started as a Classroom Aide. I worked in this position for 4 years before becoming a Teacher Assistant. I began my journey at Red Jacket Education Center. I worked there for 9 years. I worked at all age levels there. I started at the High School moving to the Middle School and ended my time there in Elementary. I then transferred to Newark Education Center. I have also worked at all age levels here too. I am currently working with Elementary Students at Perkins School. I am blessed to say that I have loved every step I have taken with both Programs. Now that my children are grown, I want to become more involved and support you as being your Union Secretary. I am also very passionate and dedicated. I work hard at making a difference in our students’ lives and would like to do the same for you. I promise to listen and help resolve concerns in any way I can. I hope you will vote for me. Thank you.
The election of Local 06-201 officers will be conducted by secret ballot, at the date, time, and place indicated below:
Date: Monday, June 17, 2019
Time: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Place: BOCES Conference Center
131 Drumlin Court
Newark, N Y 14513
OR: In your building