WBTA News Brief:
Written by WBTA STAFF on November 13, 2024
Elba Future Farmers of America Receives Awards in Indianapolis
The Elba Future Farmers of America Chapter represented New York State at the 97th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis.
Elba students Jillian Brewer, Hunter Fincher, Addison Keberle, and Bing Zuber attended the convention, along with recent Elba graduates Amelia Brewer and Maggie Winspear. In the Prepared Public Speaking Leadership Development event, Winspear earned a bronze ranking as the first-ever Elba FFA member to compete nationally in this event. Amelia Brewer was awarded the prestigious American FFA degree at the convention, which is the highest honor bestowed by the National FFA Organization with less than 1% of its 1 million members receiving it.
Superintendent of Elba Schools Gretchen Rosales said, “This is a testament not only to their will as members, but their advisor’s dedication to teaching the pillars of the organization. Mrs. Dahlhaus has worked tirelessly to teach our Lancers that leadership in the farming community is a privilege and an honor. These students embody the high standards of the FFA organization and the Elba community. I am incredibly proud of the work they have done and excited to see what comes next,”
Gabrielle Kolo Hired as New Human Resources Director for the City of Batavia
The City of Batavia announced that they have hired Gabrielle Kolo as the new Human Resources Director for the City of Batavia effective December 1st.
Kolo is from Elma and holds a Master of Science in Human Resources Management from SUNY Stony Brook along with a Bachelor of Science in Business Studies from SUNY Buffalo. Kolo currently serves as the Deputy Director of Human Resources for Wyoming County and Wyoming County Community Health Systems. Kolo also previously served for 15 years at Genesee Valley BOCES in a variety of roles including Human Resources Coordinator.
Batavia City Manager Rachael Tabelski said, “Gabrielle brings a wealth of knowledge in governmental human resource management and I am excited to begin working with her. She is a great fit for the City of Batavia and will help support the City’s workforce with her strategic thinking, ability to lead teams, and desire to advance the City’s Human Resources Department,”
GCC’s Winner for New York State Sheriff’s Scholarship Award Announced
The New York State Sheriff’s Institute announced that Colton Tarbell, who is currently enrolled in Criminal Justice at Genesee Community College, has won their annual scholarship award.
Every year the New York State Sheriff’s Institute provides a $500 scholarship to one student majoring in Criminal Justice, Police Science, or a similar program from each community college in New York State. The scholarship money will help Tarbell further his Criminal Justice Education and includes a scholarship certificate from the New York State Sheriff’s Institute which Tarbell can use as a resume builder.
Genesee County Sheriff William Sheron, Undersheriff Bradley Mazur, and Chief Deputy Joseph Graff presented Tarbell with his award.
