Colleagues, We are pleased to share this interesting piece, published last weekend. David As Mass. moves toward banning cellphones in schools, vocational students feel the pinch Published: May. 02, 2026, 5:55 a.m. From left, students Maria DeOliveira, Chloe Burke, Blackstone Valley Tech Superintendent-Director Anthony Steele, and students Alexis Maeder and Zack Pelletier discuss the school’s … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are excited to share a pictorial display of Chapter 74 vocational technical students collaborating with the New Bedford Zoo. The students are creating sculptures which will be part of an art installation in front of the Buttonwood Park Zoo!! Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School has … Read more

Mass.gov Friends of Chapter 74 Vocational Technical and Agricultural Education, We are pleased to share this exciting news with you. Have a wonderful weekend. David <![if !vml]><![endif]> Apr 30, 2026 He BYALISON KUZNITZ STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, April 30, 2026…..As many as 2,500 high school students are poised to gain access to career technical training and … Read more

Friends of Chapter 74 Vocational Technical and Agricultural Education, We are truly excited to share this wonderful news from our colleagues at Bristol Aggie!! David Bristol Aggie · A visit from Governor Maura Healey was a truly special moment for Bristol Aggie—one that reflected the collective effort and pride of our entire campus community. Thank … Read more

Colleagues, We are always pleased to share interesting ideas that have proven successful in one or more of our MAVA schools. Today we are pleased to share one from Nashoba Valley Technical in Westford. David Nashoba Tech cosmetology students volunteer at annual Hair Care event Nashoba Tech Cosmetology students who participated in the Department of … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, Received this opportunity yesterday from Northeastern University. Kindly share with interested members of your professional staff. Enjoy the beautiful day. David PathmakerBIO Biomanufacturing Technician Cohort Enrolling Now Hi David, PathmakerBIO is a free workforce training program that prepares people for careers in life sciences, run through Northeastern University and supported by the Massachusetts … Read more

Colleagues, All of our MAVA schools have supportive programs to provide services to their communities. Here is one from Essex Tech, continuing an annual school-wide tradition centered on service, compassion and community connection!! David Essex Tech Launches 2026 Kindness Week with Veterans Event The Danvers school’s annual tradition includes a veterans luncheon, blood drive and … Read more

Colleagues, Hope you enjoyed today’s sunny weather. We are pleased to share this piece concerning students from Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School who earned top honors at the Region V Science and Engineering Fair held March 14 at Bridgewater State University We thank JoAnne O’Brien, Academic Supervisor, Math & Science at the Southeastern Regional … Read more

MAVA Members, A group of students at Monty Tech in Fitchburg, are working on a community service project and making a meaningful impact in the community. This effort is an initiative the Monty Tech SkillsUSA chapter of the Massachusetts SkillsUSA. MAVA is very proud of the students and their advisors participating in this special initiative. … Read more

Colleagues, We are excited to share this incredible example of a vocational technical school partnering with a member community to save a town money while providing a tremendous learning opportunity for Chapter 74 students! Pathfinder Tech partnered with Belchertown to build a new “Fire Department Living Quarters”. This project was originally estimated to cost the … Read more

LET US NEVER FORGET THOSE WHO SERVED AND THOSE WHO GAVE UP THEIR LIVES FOR OUR COUNTRY AND OUR FREEDOM. Sunday, March 29, 2026 National Vietnam War Veterans Day Join us on 29 March, National Vietnam War Veterans Day, as Americans unite to thank and honor Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and … Read more

MAVA Members, A group of students at the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School are working on community service projects to assist and reach out to members of the community with autism. This effort is an initiative the GNBVT Chapter of the Massachusetts SkillsUSA. MAVA is very proud of the students and their advisors … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, We are pleased to announce registration is open for the Spring 2026 VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL TEACHER LITERACY TEST (VTEL) PREP COURSE. Are all of your new Chapter 74 instructors aware of the vocational technical literacy test? As we have all experienced, a significant number of new teachers struggle to pass this test. It is … Read more

Colleagues, We are excited to share some special news as Culinary Arts students from Nashoba Valley Tech have won the opportunity to compete in the upcoming National ProStart Invitational in Baltimore, Maryland!! MAVA extends its congratulations to the students and staff and extends best wishes in the national competition. David Nashoba Tech culinary team repeats … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, We are excited to share this piece from “The Tewksbury Town Crier” as a $1M donation is accepted to expand the Shawsheen Tech Electrical Program!! David $1M donation approved to expand Shawsheen Tech electrical program <![if !supportLists]>· <![endif]>By Paige Impink News Correspondent Mar 7, 2026 <![if !vml]><![endif]>BILLERICA — Shaw?sheen Valley Technical High School … Read more

Oct Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are excited to share the work of students from Diman Regional Technical Vocational High School are building a custom home in Westport!! David Diman students hammer out a rare custom home in Westport Emily Scherny The Herald News March 12, 2026 Students from Diman Regional Technical … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, Westfield Technical Academy instructor Galen Wilson was awarded the Bradley district’s Aviation Maintenance Technician of the Year by the Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team for his “technical expertise” and “lasting impact on students, schools and the aviation community itself.” MAVA extends its congratulations to Galen on his incredible work and dedication. David The … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, In the event you did not receive this directly, we are forwarding this copy to you. Have a wonderful weekend!! David Dear MAVA Members and Partners, We are writing to share an important update regarding the 2026 Connecting for Success Conference. Due to extended school calendars across Massachusetts this year resulting from winter … Read more

<![if !vml]><![endif]> Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are excited to share this incredible success story of a Blue Hills Regional Tech student who is also a leader in Massachusetts SkillsUSA. This and other student success stories can be found on the Massachusetts SkillsUSA website: https://www.maskillsusa.org/our-stories/ We thank Executive Director Karen Ward for … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are excited to share this piece from “The Enterprise” concerning a Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School graduate who is currently an Admissions Liaison at Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School. A wonderful example of the power of Chapter 74 vocational technical & agricultural education … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, As you had probably anticipated, due to the many inclement weather days experienced by most of our districts this year, it has been necessary to move the conference to: Monday, June 29th and Tuesday, June 30th to ensure greater participation. The exhibit hall will be open on Tuesday, June 30th. All Pre-Conference sessions … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, We are excited to share the wonderful news that MassCTE is honoring State Representative Adam Scanlon and Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Timothy P. Murray. They have been selected as the 2026 recipients of MassCTE’s most prestigious annual awards; Harold L. Pride Award and Marcus Ashley III Presidential Leadership Award, … Read more

2026 MAVA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ONE Leadership Academy I – Massachusetts Association of Vocational Administrators (mava.us) MAVA Colleagues, It is our distinct pleasure to introduce the members of the 2026 Leadership Academy I. Thirty-nine (39) participants under the guidance of Coordinator Kathy Conole. We wish each and every one of them well, for they represent the … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are pleased to share this announcement expanding the apprenticeship movement to multiple sectors of the Massachusetts economy. A special thank you to our longtime friend and colleague Tim Murry, President and CEO, Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce. <![if !vml]><![endif]> Timothy Murray • President & CEO at Worcester … Read more