Beth Kellerman, Grants Writer with Engagement & Development Services, has been selected as the recipient of the Capital Region BOCES 2025 Extra Mile Award. This honor recognizes staff who make a meaningful and positive impact on the BOCES community and consistently embody our guiding commitments. Award recipients are nominated by their managers in recognition of their outstanding dedication and contributions.
Beth was selected for this prestigious award for her exceptional contributions to the Grants & Development Service. Since joining the team about six years ago, Beth has demonstrated remarkable professional growth and a willingness to support and assist her colleagues.
During a period of transition, Beth took on the responsibility for completing all entitlements work, including the preparation and completion of applications for Title and IDEA funding, as well as assisting clients with needed revisions and amendments. Although she had some prior experience, Beth quickly expanded her expertise to better navigate the nuances of this funding, effectively supporting Grants Team’s clients. Her successful completion of this work has positioned her as a mentor to colleagues on entitlement work, enabling the Grants Team to grow this part of its service.
Beth has also played a pivotal role in securing competitive grant funding for numerous clients. One such example is her dedication to MohonCARES, a program of the Rotterdam-Mohonasen Central School District that provides students with food, clothing, and toiletries. Over the past several years, Beth has secured more than $100,000 for this program and continues to seek new community and corporate funding opportunities to sustain and grow the initiative.
It is with great pride that Beth Kellerman is recognized with the Extra Mile Award. Her commitment to excellence and unwavering support of both colleagues and clients truly exemplify the values of Capital Region BOCES and the spirit of the award.