{"id":14096,"date":"2020-02-18T23:16:25","date_gmt":"2020-02-19T04:16:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/?p=14096"},"modified":"2020-02-18T23:16:25","modified_gmt":"2020-02-19T04:16:25","slug":"batavia-graphic-arts-instructor-comes-full-circle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2020\/02\/18\/batavia-graphic-arts-instructor-comes-full-circle\/","title":{"rendered":"BATAVIA\/Graphic Arts instructor comes full circle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Doug Russo, Batavia CTE Center Graphic Arts Instructor (center) surrounded by his afternoon class.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Press release<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Six years ago, Doug Russo returned to his roots. Russo graduated from the Graphic Arts Program at the Batavia Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center in 1988. After graduation from high school, his career path took him many places, as owner of a printing company, and also a partner in a pizzeria where he was responsible for the marketing and advertising. He also served on the Advisory Board for the Graphic Arts Program. When a colleague shared with him that long-time Batavia CTE Center Graphic Arts Instructor Joe Burnett was set to retire, something inside Russo told him that teaching was the next step he needed to take to further his profession. He applied for the position, interviewed and was hired. Over the next six years Russo worked to upgrade equipment, and update curriculum. Russo described the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe curriculum is a two-year program for 11th and 12th-grade students. The Graphic Arts curriculum strives to deliver high-quality lessons, mainly project-based learning, to teach the future workforce of the 21st century,\u201d he said. \u201cThe framework of the graphic arts curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge and foundational skills to continue their journey into higher education and explore, as well as, pursue career opportunities. Additionally, students learn marketing and business principles in the class.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step inside Russo\u2019s classroom and you will see a plethora of computers, all outfitted with the latest graphic design software. Like the majority of the programs at the Batavia CTE Center, the Graphic Arts curriculum is project-based. Russo shared his goals for the program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy goals are for students to enter a safe environment, not only to obtain graphic art skills but also have the ability to gain self-confidence, problem-solve, be creative and innovative, and learn to collaborate with others,\u201d Russo said. \u201cUltimately, I want to guide students towards building a foundation for higher-order thinking, and my curriculum strives to promote life-long learning of highly-transferrable skills.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspiring students is one of Russo\u2019s strengths. Recently, two of his students were recognized as winners of logo contests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cChloe Schnitter won a logo contest for GLOW Woman Rise organization and Fanny Venegas’s cover design was selected for the Rochester International Auto Show publication that will be held in Rochester, NY in March of this year,\u201d Russo said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In January, Russo was recognized at the Genesee Valley School Boards Association\u2019s (GVSBA) Annual Legislative Breakfast for his dedication and commitment to his students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis award was designed to highlight programs that are unique and beneficial for students that go above and beyond what is required and provide a service that is needed,\u201d said Patrick Burk, GVSBA Executive Director. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russo is proud of his students\u2019 successes; one student success is particularly extraordinary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cA few years back we had a student who had limited eyesight and was legally visually impaired. His name was Thomas Buboltz and he attended the New York State School for the Blind. Thomas came to class every day, worked hard, and did not let his disability defeat him,\u201d Russo said. \u201cDue to his hard work and his accomplishments, Thomas was inducted into the National Technical Honor Society. A great day for Thomas occurred when he was interviewed by Doug Emblidge, news anchor from WHAM TV13, about his successes in the Graphic Arts Program.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russo\u2019s commitment to helping his students succeed is evident in not just the awards they receive. It\u2019s evident in his promise to them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe most important thing I want students to learn, regardless of their background, is that education is an investment in their future and learning never stops,\u201d he said. \u201cLearning and hard work will pay dividends. It’s a way to overcome those challenges they face and a way to accomplish their goals.\u201d <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Press release Six years ago, Doug Russo returned to his roots. Russo graduated from the Graphic Arts Program at the Batavia Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center in 1988. After graduation from high school, his career path took him many places, as owner of a printing company, and also a \u2026<\/p>\n

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