CANTON – Students from the Extended School Year programs operated through St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES, recently attended the American Theater in Canton for a private movie viewing. Students who attended the event were able to choose to watch the movie Paws of Thunder or Minions comfortably in the theater with adjusted lighting, volume and temperature while enjoying a healthy serving of freshly made popcorn. 

Sara Foote, a Special Education Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst, played a huge role in coordinating the event along with Jeff Szott, the movie theater owner.  

“For many of these students this was their first time in a movie theater. The field trip was a great success and we are extremely grateful for local businesses like the American Theater in Canton, who help make these opportunities possible for students enrolled in our programs,” said Renee Langtry-Green, Director of Special Education. 

The St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES Extended School Year program is a six-week, full-day, summer program for students requiring a 12-month program to maintain developmental levels.