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Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, <![if !vml]><![endif]> We pleased to share this outstanding news that student Ariyana Chrispin Perkins has been selected by Acting Commissioner Russell D. Johnston and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to represent the state as one of the U.S. Presidential Scholar nominees from Massachusetts. “Ariyana … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share the results for the Culinary Arts students at Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School of Rochester at the annual Massachusetts ProStart Student Invitational. The event was held at Gillette Stadium. The Management team placed 1st in the competition with Leah Hollenbeck winning “Best Overall Presentation”. This is the … Read more

Colleagues, Good News from Blackstone Valley Tech! 15 Practical Nursing students successfully completed the 60-week program that prepares its adult students with foundational skills essential to a nursing career. Chapter 74 vocational technical PN programs successfully prepare graduates for a career in nursing all across the Commonwealth. In fact, more LPN’s receive their training in … Read more

Colleagues, We received this interesting news from Tia Gerber, the Director of Community Partnerships at Whittier Tech. We are most pleased to share it with you. David Sparks Will Fly: A Profile of a MassSTEP ESOL Welding Program <![if !vml]><![endif]>February 5, 2025 Written by: Erin Paszko, Program Director of Adult Education at Community Action, Inc. … Read more

Connecting for Success Conference June 23-26, 2025 MAVA Announces Theme and Keynote Speaker for the 2025 Connecting for Success Conference The Massachusetts Association of Vocational Administrators (MAVA) is excited to unveil the theme and keynote speaker for the 2025 Connecting for Success (CFS) Conference. This year’s event will focus on the theme: “Building Bridges: Connecting … Read more

Colleagues, We are excited to share this heartwarming story from Norfolk County Agricultural High School. John Martin, the superintendent/director of Norfolk County described Bette Duquette as “one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet.” He stated there are names on other buildings at the school; mostly the names of superintendents and other school administrators”. “Why … Read more

SAVE THE DATES — OSHA Training 2025 Colleagues, We are most pleased to share this email from Lisa Sandler MAVA’s OSHA/Safety Coordinator. Please share this with all of your vocational technical & agricultural instructors!!! David To: All CTE Educators From: MAVA Safety Office Date: 2-7-2025 Subject: OSHA Training 2025 Do you need to complete your … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We learned this afternoon from the administration at Minuteman Technical High School, that student Sunay Agarwal, has been selected by Acting Commissioner Russell D. Johnston and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to represent the state as one of the U.S. Presidential Scholar nominees from … Read more

MAVA members, Our MAVA colleagues at Pathfinder posted this LinkedIn message. The students are pleased to share with you the latest issue of the Pathfinder Tech Literary Magazine! David Pathfinder Regional Tech HighPathfinder Regional Tech High We’re proud to share with you the latest issue of the Pathfinder Tech Literary Magazine, The Way We Write! … Read more

Colleagues, We are most pleased to share this outstanding message from Blue Hills Tech!! David 🎉 February is CTE Month! 🎉 JILL ROSSETTI Superintendent-Director at Blue Hills Regional Technical School 🎉 February is CTE Month! 🎉 Let’s celebrate the incredible Career & Technical Education (CTE) students who are mastering real-world skills and shaping the future, … Read more

Colleagues, We are always excited to share activities that have proven successful in one or more of our MAVA schools. Today we are pleased to share a very successful advocacy building event from our colleagues at Old Colony Regional Voc-Tech. You will find more information below and some photos. David Aaron L. Polansky Superintendent-Director Old … Read more

Colleagues, We are most pleased to share this outstanding news from Brockton High School! David Elvio Ferreira, Ed.D. Brockton High building strong community connections <![if !vml]><![endif]> Brockton High building strong community connections. Thank you AccuRounds and North Easton Machine for a great informational session!!

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, Very interesting piece published in the “Franklin Observer”. David Ferreira School Districts Giving Vocational Schools the Cold Shoulder Alan Earls Editor “ According to Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) regulations, the school systems in the Commonwealth’s cities and towns are supposed to give the state’s … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We learned this afternoon from Tom LaMondia, Chapter 74 Director at Putnam Vocational Technical Academy, that student Andy Li, has been selected by Acting Commissioner Russell D. Johnston and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to represent the state as one of the U.S. Presidential … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, The 2025 MAVA Connecting for Success Conference Team has released a “Call For Proposals” for the 2025 Conference! Please share this with your professional staff!! Share your expertise with the MAVA Community! David The 2025 MAVA Connecting for Success Conference Team has released the following Call For Proposals The Connecting for Success (CFS) … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, We are pleased to recognize Taunton High Schools Culinary Arts program and students. Congratulations to the students and staff involved! David Taunton High’s new food truck roars into town. Where to find it, what’s on menu and more Daniel Schemer The Taunton Daily Gazette <![if !vml]><![endif]> TAUNTON Taunton High School Senior Brandon Molina … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this wonderful piece concerning the future for South Shore Tech. We thank Bob Mello, Director of Off Campus Education & Special Projects at South Shore for bringing this t our attention. David New Era for South Shore Tech as Voters Approve Building Project District wide special election passes in … Read more

MAVA Members, We are pleased to share this wonderful tribute honoring the “Legacy of Dr. Gerry Paist”. We received this from Rachael Mann, Executive Director of NCLA. Knowing not everyone is an NCLA member, we wanted to be certain everyone received it. Included are “personal memories” of Gerry from NCLA’s longtime and dedicated former Executive … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this email from MAVA Executive Director Steve Sharek some awesome news from our colleagues at South Shore Regional Vocational Technical in Hanover. A bright and wonderfully exciting future for generations of students that will attend an outstanding Chapter 74 vocational technical school. We extend our appreciation to the residents … Read more

Colleagues, As you may already be aware, we very recently felt the loss of an incredible leader and colleague in Dr. Gerald L. Paist, who passed away Friday evening. Dr. Paist served as superintendent of Pathfinder Tech from shortly after the school opened in 1973 until 2021. Gerry was a giant in vocational technical education … Read more

Colleagues, We are most pleased to share this news from Brockton High School serving its community. Kevin McCaskill The Boxer Outreach Club is just one of the outstanding clubs we have at Brockton HS. The club, led by teacher Yvette Joyce, is committed to serve its community in various ways. Yesterday, the club prepared bag … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, It is our pleasure to inform you that registration is open for the 92nd Annual MassCTE Conference, Leadership, & Awards Banquet in Foxborough. We know many of you are planning to attend. Should be a wonderful event! The Saturday Evening Banquet is always a highlight of the conference, and we hope you will … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical Education, We are always pleased to be able to share information concerning our Massachusetts SkillsUSA Officers! Massachusetts SkillsUSA Executive Director Karen Ward posted this message on LinkedIn. David SkillsUSA Massachusetts, Inc. Meet Logan Rebello and Victoria Graumann, SkillsUSA Massachusetts State Officers! Logan, our State Parliamentarian, and Victoria, our State Treasurer, embody … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this interesting SkillsUSA appointment to the Massachusetts SkillsUSA Board of Directors. David <![if !vml]><![endif]> SkillsUSA Massachusetts, Inc. Welcome, Gregory Joynt, AIA, LEED BD+C Associate Principal, KAESTLE BOOS ASSOCIATES, INC. (KBA) Greg will join the Board of Directors as the Sponsoring Committee Representative. Throughout his career, Greg has collaborated with … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this interesting SkillsUSA activity in which Officers from Tri-County Regional Voc-Tech in Franklin, participated. David SkillsUSA SmartStart Conference <![if !vml]><![endif]> Recently marked the second SkillsUSA SmartStart conference! Our officer team participated in running a booth to educate freshmen state-wide on the multiple competitions that SkillsUSA has to offer for … Read more