The Geneseo Board of Education is excited to welcome Michael Bostwick as Geneseo Central School District Superintendent. Mr. Bostwick will join Geneseo CSD on July 1, 2025, after serving as Building Principal in the Horseheads Central School District since 2012.
In addition to 22 years in education as a science and math teacher, STEM curriculum mentor, and building principal, Michael holds a Bachelor of Science and Master’s degree in Education, a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Educational Leadership, graduated from the year-long Future Superintendents Academy and attended training on Emergency Management and School Safety by State Police, Homeland Security, and the FBI. In his time as an educational leader, he collaboratively developed a curriculum to launch the STEM pipeline initiative in the Greater Southern Tier BOCES region, developed a Response to Intervention and Multi-tiered Support System framework, cultivated a lively and thriving school culture, and is trained by the Buck Institute for Education in Project Based Learning (PBL).
Michael and his wife, Elisabeth, have two college age children, Julian and Nolan, and will be moving to the Geneseo area. He is an avid sports fan and outdoors enthusiast who enjoys hiking, cycling, fishing, and his dogs.
Board of Education President Michael Tenalio explains that Michael aligned best with the Board of Education’s criteria for district vision, strategic planning, fiscal management, educational experience, and community relations. His philosophy of curriculum and learning starts with a ‘portrait of a graduate’; really connected with us because it focuses on the end goal and builds a well-rounded program of future-ready learning around the student learner.
Beginning in December 2024, the Board of Education (BOE) conducted an extensive process with a consultant and recruited over 23 candidates. The initial part of the process was closed to protect the privacy of the candidates. The BOE met and ranked candidates according to specific criteria. In April 2025, the (BOE) interviewed the semi -finalist candidates and determined the finalist candidates. The process was then opened to community groups, administrators, staff, student representatives, and finalists spent an entire day and evening participating in campus tours, stakeholder committee interviews and an open community forum Q&A. In the end, stakeholder groups, administrators, and the Board of Education unanimously supported Michael Bostwick.
Mr. Bostwick has developed a comprehensive 180-day plan that includes meeting with all internal stakeholders and building community relationships. Mr. Bostwick’s approach is deeply rooted in fostering the whole child and creating authentic learning experiences. Michael states, “Students are at the center of every decision we make, academically, socially and emotionally, and there is strength in collaboration where everyone feels heard and empowered to make a difference”.
Be on the lookout as a series of ‘get-to-know Superintendent Bostwick’ event opportunities are scheduled.