As part of the 2025 Career and Technical Education (CTE) National Signing Day celebration, NY CREATES proudly recognized five exceptional high school seniors who have committed to joining our team as Cleanroom Operators (CRO I) upon graduation.
CTE National Signing Day honors students across the country as they sign letters of intent to begin careers in skilled trades, technical fields, or continue their education—highlighting the value of hands-on learning, technical training, and direct-to-career pathways.
Each student will graduate this June from their home school district and their Capital Region BOCES CTE program, officially beginning their transition from student to skilled professional in New York’s advanced manufacturing and semiconductor workforce.
Capital Region BOCES and NY CREATES 2025 Signing Day Class:
- Giovanni Blenman – Electrical Trades, Schenectady City School District
Ariana Nahlupin – Cosmetology, South Colonie Central School District - Tristan Szesnat – Electrical Trades, Mohonasen Central School District
Spencer Tracy – Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R), Mohonasen Central School District - Hayden Hyslop – Culinary Arts and Hospitality Technology, RCS Central School District (not pictured)
These students will be offered Cleanroom Operator (CRO I) positions at NY CREATES following graduation, and we are thrilled to support their launch into meaningful careers at the Albany NanoTech Complex, celebrating their achievements in partnership with Capital Region BOCES and their home districts.
Their signing and committing to start their careers at NY CREATES reflects the power of strong education-to-career pathways and the bright future of the semiconductor industry in our region. We looking forward to welcoming these future innovators to NY CREATES soon!
Media Coverage:
News10 ABC: BOCES students commit to jobs with area businesses