Massachusetts SkillsUSA Newsletter

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this recognition which was included in the latest Massachusetts SkillsUSA Newsletter. Meet Our Volunteer: Ernest F. Houle Ernest F. Houle of Leominster, MA, is a lifelong advocate for career and technical education and a proud alumnus of Leominster Trade High School, where he graduated from the Metal Fabrication and … Read more

Another very successful “Summer Program”

Oct Colleagues, Here is another very successful “Summer Program”. Old Colony has successfully offered their 8th Annual “Summer Discovery Experience” from July 14, 2025 through July 25, 2025. The school offers half day and full day options. David Summer Discovery 2025 Get “Revved up” as you learn with your own issued tool kit in Intro … Read more

Chapter 74 vocational technical professional selected to present at ACTE Vision Conference !!

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this information which was posted on “LinkedIn”. Congratulations to Katy Whitaker from Monty Tech!! Katy will be a presenter at the ACTE Vision Conference in December! Wonderful to have a Chapter 74 vocational technical professional selected to present. Congratulations Katy!! David Katy Whitaker • Development Coordinator Super excited to … Read more

2025 Community Engagement Awards— Minuteman Sophomores earned 2nd place in this year’s Massachusetts Envirothon

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this information which was posted on “LinkedIn”. David <![if !vml]><![endif]> Minuteman High School 🎉 Congratulations to the Minuteman Sophomores team at the Massachusetts Envirothon! 🎉 Minuteman Regional High School’s Environmental sophomore squad earned 2nd place in this year’s Massachusetts Envirothon, a statewide high‑school environmental competition that emphasizes hands‑on studies … Read more

Although our Chapter 74 educators are on summer break a great deal pf professional development is occurring throughout the Commonwealth.

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this information which was posted on “LinkedIn”. Jarrod Lussier posted this Fitchburg State, Occupational Education class. Although our Chapter 74 educators are on summer break a great deal pf professional development is occurring throughout the Commonwealth. Most are being offered through MAVA’s very successful “Extended Campus” program let by … Read more

Assabet Valley Sends a Record-Breaking Seven Students to Compete at SkillsUSA National Championship

Friends of Chapter 74 Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We extend our appreciation to Superintendent Ernie Houle for sharing this story with us! David Assabet Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School Sends a Record-Breaking Seven Students to Compete at SkillsUSA National Championship Students (from left to right) Arianna Bryce Rudd, Cecelia Robinson and Katherine Tovar … Read more

Vacancies –Cabinetmaking & School Adjustment Counselor — Bay Path Regional Voc-tech — Charlton

MAVA Colleagues, Bay Path Regional Voc Tech has vis looking to fill two positions . Any assistance you may provide would be appreciated. David Job Title: CABINETMAKING / CARPENTRY INSTRUCTOR Questions and additional information contact: Jim Tripp jtripppockevicius@baypath.net. Job Title: SCHOOL ADJUSTMENT COUNSELOR for the BRYT/Bridge Program Description of Job: SCHOOL ADJUSTMENT COUNSELOR for the … Read more

Eight (8) MAVA member school districts were recipients of Civics Teaching and Learning Grants!!

Colleagues, We are please to share some positive news as eight (8) MAVA member school districts were recipients of Civics Teaching and Learning Grants!! The recipient districts are listed below. which received a total of $292,080. David Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Nearly $1 Million in Civics Teaching and Learning Grants Funds help districts expand access to … Read more

REMINDER—DON’T MISS OUT!!

REMINDER—DON’T MISS OUT!! 2025 MAVA Annual Retreat MAVA Members, We are pleased to share this graphic, prepared by MAVA President Aaron Polansky, which highlights some of the terrific PD that will be offered at our 2025 Retreat!! Certainly something for everyone!! You may register using the QR Code below or through our website: https://www.cognitoforms.com/MAVA1/MAVAPlanningRetreat2025 Any … Read more

Chapter 74 Vocational Technical Students Assisting their Community

Colleagues, We are excited to share some special news from a student organization At Nashoba Valley Tech. Our Chapter 74 vocational technical students assisting their community. MAVA is proud of the Chapter 74 students in the “Outdoor Club” at Nashoba Valley Tech!! David Nashoba Tech Outdoor Club cleans Chelmsford quarry Members of the Nashoba Tech … Read more

McCann Students Contribute to Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall

Colleagues, We are excited to share this terrific effort by the National Honor Society students at McCann Technical School in North Adams who designed and produced 27 placards honoring the 27 local servicemen who died in the Vietnam War. We thank these outstanding Chapter 74 vocational technical students! David https://www.iberkshires.com/story/79501/McCann-Students-Contribute-to-Vietnam-Traveling-Memorial-Wall.html McCann Students Contribute to Vietnam … Read more

MAVA Extended Campus Fall 2025 Semester Courses Posted — Course registration will open Monday, August 11th at 7:00 a.m.

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this announcement from Sheila Harrity, MAVA Extended Campus Program Coordinator. Please assist us by forwarding this notice to all members of your professional staff. Much appreciated!! David Course List for the Fall 2025 Semester for the Extended Campus Program is Posted The MAVA Extended Campus Program has posted the … Read more

HotWorks Program

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, MAVA Chapter 74 schools are most fortunate to have access to a HotWorks certification. This has only been possible through the combined efforts of Chris Faucher and the collaboration of Bay Path Regional Voc-Tech in Charlton. We extend our sincere appreciation to Kyle Brenner Superintendent /Director, Lisa Peters … Read more

HotWorks Program

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, MAVA Chapter 74 schools are most fortunate to have access to a HotWorks certification. This has only been possible through the combined efforts of Chris Faucher and the collaboration of Bay Path Regional Voc-Tech in Charlton. We extend our sincere appreciation to Kyle Brenner Superintendent /Director, Lisa Peters … Read more

Gold, bronze and more: Keefe Tech students shine at SkillsUSA event

Gold, bronze and more: Keefe Tech students shine at SkillsUSA event Beth McDermott Ten Keefe Regional Technical School students attended the SkillsUSA Nationals Skills and Leadership Conference in Atlanta. Six students competed in various categories, ranging from first aid/CPR to information technology. Kai Philip Gray, of Framingham, won a gold medal in the information technology … Read more

Administrative Appointment — Vocational Director — Blue Hills Regional Technical School

MAVA Members, We are pleased to extend this good news and congratulations on recent administrative appointments at Blue Hill Technical School. If you have a new administrative appointment that was not previously announced, please let us know! David Administrative Appointment ue Hils Regional Technical School Names Jill Feris New Vocational Blue Hills Regional Technical School … Read more

Opponents of vocational school lottery admissions talk path forward

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are most pleased to share this piece from the Boston Herald. David Opponents of vocational school lottery admissions talk path forward Story by Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald Despite the state board approval of a lottery admissions at vocational schools, some business and vocational education advocates opposed to … Read more

At Worcester panel discussion, skeptics bash vocational school admissions change

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are most pleased to share this piece from the Worcester Telegram & Gazette. David At Worcester panel discussion, skeptics bash vocational school admissions change Critics of planned changed in admission policy. Jesse Collings Worcester Telegram & Gazette WORCESTER — A chance to halt changes to the vocational … Read more

Class of 2025 at Bay Path Graduate accepted into the Local 7 Ironworkers apprentice program in Boston.

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are most pleased to share this wonderful news that a graduate of the Class of 2025 at Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School in Charlton has been accepted into the Local 7 Ironworkers apprentice program in Boston. MAVA extends its sincere congratulations to Olivia Collins on … Read more

EXTERNAL A Message from President & CEO Timothy Murray

A Message From Timothy Murray, President and CEO of The Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce, Regarding Vocational Technical Schools The vote made last month by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to implement a lottery-based admissions system for Massachusetts vocational technical (“voc-tech”) schools is a disappointing outcome that will unnecessarily water down admissions standards, … Read more

Incredibly Exciting News from Essex Tech

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this piece concerning incredibly exciting news from Essex Tech. ""As the demand for green energy solutions grows, Essex Tech is committed to training the next generation of technicians, engineers, and environmental leaders," Superintendent Heidi Riccio said. "We are sincerely appreciative of this funding opportunity as we continue to grow … Read more

Administrative Appointment — Attleboro High School

MAVA Members, We are pleased to extend this good news and congratulations on recent administrative appointments at Attleboro High School. . If you have a new administrative appointment that was not previously announced, please let us know! David Administrative Appointment Ann Montagano has been appointed to succeed Jeremy Guay as Director of Career and Technical … Read more