Colleagues, We are excited to share this news that Assabet Valley Superintendent-Director Ernie Houle, is serving as President of the SkillsUSA Massachusetts Board of Directors. MAVA appreciates having Superintendent Houle serving the Massachusetts SkillsUSA in this important capacity!! David SkillsUSA Massachusetts, Inc. SkillsUSA Massachusetts welcomes, Ernie Houle, M.Ed. Superintendent at Assabet Valley RTHS as President … Read more

Spring 2026 Conference Full Press Release

MAVA Colleagues, We are excited to share this piece from “The Tewksbury Town Crier” concerning a recent School Committee meeting. Included was a report concerning cooperative Education. Members learned that 200 members of the Class of 2026 participated in cooperative education placements, collectively working more than 100,000 hours and earning over $1.6 million during their … Read more

MAVA Members, We are most pleased to announce the MAVA Officer Team for the upcoming fiscal year!! Officers for Fiscal Year 2027 President: Dr. Karen M. Maguire Superintendent Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School 147 Pond Street, Franklin, MA 02038 President-Elect: Eric Duda Superintendent, Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School 240 Sykes Street, Palmer, MA … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, Certain you will find this of interest. David State education board members worry about timing, budget for new graduation requirements A graduating senior sits with his classmates during the Boston Latin High School graduation ceremony. Diane Adame June 23, 2026 Two years after voters cast aside the MCAS as a graduation requirement for … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, Thought you would find this interesting. Enjoy this beautiful day!! David Morning Edition All Live Streams News Education State education board members worry about timing, budget for new graduation requirements Diane Adame June 23, 2026 Two years after voters cast aside the MCAS as a graduation requirement for Massachusetts high schoolers, the state … Read more

MAVA COLLEAGUES At the request of our Executive Director, we are most pleased to share this Legacy Report from Maryanne Ham. Steve feels strongly that the entire MAVA membership should know about all the good work done by Massachusetts Girls in Trades, the organization that Maryanne helped found and build. David Subject: A Legacy Report: … Read more

MAVA Members, We are pleased to share this wonderful piece concerning a new option for students to study veterinary science in a brand-new building created for the program. MAVA extends its congratulations!!! David Greater Lowell Tech unveils building for new veterinary science program Greater Lowell Technical High School freshmen Rafaella Almeida, left, and Isabella Kimmel … Read more

Dear MAVA Community, Connecting for Success 2026 is just one week away! We are excited to come together once again to connect, collaborate, and learn from one another as we explore this year’s theme:  Skill Shift: Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Trades Welcome Our Headlining Speaker: Jeff Riley We are honored to welcome Jeff … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, In case you missed this announcement from Governor Healy. David More high school students about to get taste of early college <![if !supportLists]>· <![endif]>Sam Drysdale Jun 3, 2026 <![if !vml]><![endif]> College students and other advocates at early college day at the State House on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Gov. Maura Healey set a … Read more

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 2026 Semester for the Extended Campus Program is Posted The MAVA Extended Campus Program has posted the … Read more

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 2026 Semester for the Extended Campus Program is Posted The MAVA Extended Campus Program has posted the … Read more

REGISTER TODAY!!!! Dear MAVA Community, We’re looking forward to welcoming you to Connecting for Success, and we have two important updates to share as you plan your conference experience. Enhance Your Experience with a Pre-conference Session Our pre-conference sessions offer a deeper dive into key topics, practical strategies, and hands-on learning opportunities led by expert … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this interesting piece. David MA agriculture school awarded $3.5M state grant. How it will be spent Beth McDermott Wicked Local May 29, 2026, 5:30 a.m. ET Norfolk County Agricultural High School in Walpole is set to receive its largest state grant in its history — $3.5 million — and … Read more

MAVA OSHA 510 & 511 Courses – June 2026 These OSHA courses are being offered during the school day – and before the end of the school year – at the direction of the MAVA Board of Directors. REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE These OSHA courses are being offered during the school day – and … Read more

Colleagues, Very exciting news from Franklin County Technical School in Turners Falls. MAVA has a new Chapter 74 regional vocational technical school has a new Superintendent! Our sincere congratulation to Ryan Rege, the current Principal at Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School. Having served under the leadership of Eric Duda, we are certain he will … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, If you have yet to register, it is time for you and the members of your professional staff to sign up!! This is the premier professional development event for Chapter 74 vocational technical and agricultural educators. Here is the registration link from the MAVA website: https://www.cognitoforms.com/MAVA1/CFS2026ConferenceRegistration Thanks in advance for your wonderful support!! … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, We are most pleased to share this piece on a tremendous event provided to us by Laura Alderson, Director of Career & Technical Education for the Watertown Public Schools. David Clean Energy, Careers, and Accessory Dwelling Units a Focus at Watertown High Event On May 7, 2026, students at Watertown High School were … Read more

MAVA OSHA 510 & 511 Courses – June 2026 REGISTER TODAY Earn 3 Graduate or 3 Undergraduate Credits from Fitchburg State University The OSHA 510 or 511 taken for Fitchburg State Univ. Credits (5th day), may be a substitute for the DESE Science Course licensure requirement Earn Required Safety PDPs towards C.74 Licensure Renewal Provide … Read more

Colleagues, We are excited to share this wonderful piece from Southeastern Vocational Technical High School, where Christine DeLuca teaches and coordinates the English-learning program. English learners improve performance at a faster rate than students with similar capabilities across the state. We extend our appreciation to Catie Tuccinardi, Vice Principal of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment for … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share this piece and extend our congratulations, as Brockton High School “Chapter 74 Vocational Technical Programs now have a “Waitlist” for admissions. The demand for high quality vocational technical education has never been higher, receiving 447 applicants from next year’s freshman class for around 300 spots. The high school is … Read more