Our mission & vision
The Wyoming County Business Education Council strengthens partnerships between schools, businesses, and the community to prepare students for success in the workforce and in life.
We connect students to meaningful, local opportunities that build real-world skills, support career readiness, and cultivate a strong sense of civic responsibility.
We envision a Wyoming County where every student sees a future for themselves locally—where strong students become engaged citizens, skilled employees, and community leaders.
We believe that great citizens make great employees, and that when young people are connected to opportunities in their own communities, rural communities grow stronger and more sustainable.
Our Approach & Impact
Lasting impact happens through strong partnerships. The BEC works closely with schools, businesses, and community organizations to create meaningful, real-world opportunities for students.
Through these partnerships, we connect students to career experiences, support educators in bringing learning to life, and help employers build a strong local workforce.
As we continue to grow, our focus is on expanding access to career-connected learning, strengthening regional collaboration, and increasing opportunities that allow students to explore, learn, and lead right here in Wyoming County.
We invite our community to be part of this work—because when we invest in students, we invest in the future of Wyoming County.
“Wherever, at the head of some new undertaking, you see the government in France, or a man of rank in England, in the United States you will be sure to find an association.“
Alexis de Tocqueville
– Democracy in American 1835
What We Do
We serve as a bridge between classrooms and careers by creating meaningful, real-world learning opportunities for students across Wyoming County.
Key Focus Areas:
- Career exploration experiences (job shadows, career days, guest speakers)
- Work-based learning and employer connections
- Regional programming and events
- Civic and community engagement initiatives
- Connecting workforce, community, and schools to recognize the shifts in NYS education with the NY Inspires Transformations
We also work alongside our partners in Livingston, Genesee, and Orleans County on a number of events such as GLOW With Your Hands!
An organization working for the future of wyoming county
“Wherever, at the head of some new undertaking, you see the government in France, or a man of rank in England, in the United States you will be sure to find an association.“
Alexis de Tocqueville
– Democracy in America 1835