Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, Very interesting piece from today’s “Contrarian Boston”. Please take a moment to read this piece written by David Mancuso, President of Mancuso Communication Strategies. “More than 8,000 aspiring electricians, plumbers, nurses, and other students want to attend state’s vocational high schools, but can’t, due to a shortage of … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are please to share some excellent news from Worcester which has expanded access to Chapter 74 vocational technical programs. A major issue statewide is the lack of available seats to expand the enrollment and to reduce waiting lists nearly every everywhere in the Commonwealth. Worcester is no … Read more

Colleagues, Blue Hills Regional Technical School welcomes a new four-legged member to their community, Luca the Comfort Dog. He will be found on campus this upcoming school year to help put smiles on students’ faces. David Police, Comfort Dog Luca Brings Positivity to Blue Hills Tech August 13, 2024 Elizabeth Kalaijian / John Guilfoil Public … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, Very interesting editorial from the Sentinel & Enterprise. This legislation would upend vocational school admissions that have been part of Chapter 74 admissions for decades. Please note that despite the information below this bill is not dead. Some quotes from the editorial: “Absent the construction of additional vocational … Read more

Colleagues, We are most pleased to share this terrific story from Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech, as graduates return to teach at their vocational technical high school. David Once a student, now a teacher. Who’s new, and who is back at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech Kathryn Gallerani The Standard-Times On Tuesday, Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational … Read more

From Your Friends at MAVA On Labor Day, we pause to recognize the proud hands, backs, and brainpower of our Nation’s workforce that has built this great country. As vocational technical & agricultural educators, we enthusiastically train the workforce of tomorrow and assist in the growth of the Massachusetts economy. With a new school year … Read more

MAVA Members, We are pleased to share this announcement from Sheila Harrity, MAVA Extended Campus Program Coordinator. The fall semester starts the week of September 16th. Please assist us by forwarding this notice to all members of your professional staff. Much appreciated!! David Course List for the Fall 2024 Extended Campus (Cohort) Posted The MAVA … Read more

Colleagues, It is common for Chapter 74 vocational technical & agricultural schools to open their doors in service to their communities. We are pleased to share wonderful news from Keefe Regional Technical School in Framingham. Remote Area Medical earlier this month transformed Keefe Technical High School in Framingham into a full-service clinic, providing care ranging … Read more

O 27, 2021 Fall General Membership Meeting & Dinner MAVA Colleagues, It does not seem possible, but our first MAVA General Membership Meeting & Dinner of the year is just under 2 months away!! Wednesday, October 24th is the date with the Board of Directors’ Meeting at 1:30 pm, and the General Membership Meeting at … Read more

Our MAVA Colleagues!!!! We have been offered a great opportunity to partner with the Worcester Railers Hockey Club to honor CTE programs and schools! January 17, 2025 the Railers will host their first ever Trades and Tech Night. Discounted tickets will be offered to all CTE students and families. If you are interested in extending … Read more

Our MAVA Colleagues!!!! We have been offered a great opportunity to partner with the Worcester Railers Hockey Club to honor CTE programs and schools! January 17, 2025 the Railers will host their first ever Trades and Tech Night. Discounted tickets will be offered to all CTE students and families. If you are interested in extending … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are excited to share this interesting video clip that was aired on Good Morning America, and which was brought to our attention by our good friend and colleagues Peter Dewar. It is titled “VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS GAIN POPULARITY”. CLICK HERE: https://www.facebook.com/GoodMorningAmerica/videos/cover-story-the-growing-trend-of-trade-schools-between-1980-and-2020-the-cost-of/1045003797248583/ COVER STORY: The growing trend of trade … Read more

Friends of Vocational-Technical & Agricultural Education, A wonderful example of a Chapter 74 vocational technical school expanding capacity to increase enrollment among district students, with prospective students currently facing a wait list and enrollment increases seen for the foreseeable future. Congratulations to Nashoba Tech Superintendent Denise Pigeon and the entire school community! David A new … Read more

Best Regards, Brian D. Cummings MassCTE Executive Director MassCTE Email: bcummings We need your help to advocate for education and workforce programs! Ask Your Members of Congress: Support the Senate’s FY 2025 Education Funding Bill! August 15, 2024 Prior to August recess, the Senate Appropriations Committee considered and approved its Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Labor-HHS-Education … Read more

Colleagues, Looking back to a wonderful project successfully completed by the students at Westfield Technical Academy! David Student-built home now finished, purchased in Westfield by Amy Porter | Westfield Technical Academy seniors who helped build the house at 64 Mill St., Westfield, helped cut the ribbon to open it on April 30. WESTFIELD — At … Read more

Colleagues, We are pleased to share a successful partnership between Whittier Tech and the Georgetown Police. The prisoner cells at the Georgetown Police Station have been upgraded courtesy of the skilled work of the Chapter 74 vocational technical Metal Fabrication students. David Whittier Tech Students Power Georgetown Police Station Safety Upgrades HAVERHILL — The prisoner … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are most pleased to share this “welcome home” story of a graduate of Worcester Tech. Stephen Nedoroscik, a 2016 graduate, received a hero’s welcome when he returned to the United States from Paris. His return included two bronze medals in the men’s gymnastics competition in France. He … Read more

SkillsUSA Championships hELD June 24-28, 2024 America’s Premier Skilled Trades Showcase Friends of Vocational Technical Education, It is our sincere pleasure to share a message from Karen Ward, Executive Director of SkillsUSA Massachusetts. She informed us of the incredible success of TEAM Massachusetts at the National Skills Championships!! Absolutely amazing results. A tremendous thank you … Read more

Colleagues, The Elegant Chef, Nashoba Valley Technical High School’s in-school restaurant, continued its winning ways with a first-place award at the annual Taste of Nashoba. David Nashoba Tech students win regional culinary contest – again Nashoba Tech students who won Best Entrée at the Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of Nashoba, and took second … Read more

Colleagues, Good News for Blackstone Valley Tech from Project Lead the Way (PLTW). BVT named a 2023-24 PLTW Distinguished School for the seventh consecutive year!! David Lucky Number 7 Named a 2023-24 PLTW Distinguished School – July 15, 2024 It’s not luck; it’s hard work. Year after year, the collective effort of our students and … Read more

MAVA Members, We are pleased to extend this good news and congratulations on a recent administrative appointment at Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School. If you have a new administrative appointment that was not previously announced, please let us know! David Administrative Appointment Southeastern Regional Appoints Christina Guarini as Acting High School Principal July 25, … Read more

MAVA Colleagues, I had not seen this video on the Gloucester Biotechnology Center. I found it to be very interesting and well done. Again, shows the importance of skills training and that fact you do not need a college degree to be successful. Although it does not mention vocational technical education, it reinforces what we … Read more

Cybersecurity Grant Awards MAVA Colleagues, We were most pleased to learn that sixteen (16) MAVA vocational technical & agricultural school were included in the Cybersecurity Grant awards. Our appreciation is extended to the Healey-Driscoll Administration for supporting our schools and municipalities with funding to enhance cybersecurity initiatives and reduce cyber risk statewide. We have included … Read more

Friends of Vocational Technical & Agricultural Education, We are pleased to share this terrific piece published by SyBridge Technologies in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Ron Maillet, General Manager of SyBridge, helps oversee a well-established apprenticeship program with students from Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (“Monty Tech”) to learn the art, science, and craft of mold-making. SyBridge Technologies … Read more

Colleagues, We are always excited to share interesting ideas and activities that have proven successful in one or more of our MAVA schools. Today we are pleased to share one from Blue Hills Regional Tech in Canton. David for Polic, Blue Hills Regional Holds Summer Exploratory Camp for Incoming Freshmen <![if !vml]><![endif]>Hannah Sammut/ John Guilfoil … Read more