Below is a press release from Shawsheen Tech:
BILLERICA, MA — Shawsheen Valley Technical High School is excited to announce that applications are being accepted for the incoming 9th-grade class, the Class of 2028. As a leading vocational high school, Shawsheen provides students with comprehensive and dynamic educational opportunities in over 20 industry relevant vocational programs.
The application period opened on October 1st, 2023, and the application deadline is Thursday, February 1, 2024. With a maximum capacity of 340 seats for the Class of 2028, the Admissions office has already received an overwhelming response, with 365 applications submitted during the first month.
In Superintendent Tony McIntosh monthly staff meeting last week, he shared, “We have double the applications we had at this time last year; I hope to see us reach 500 applicants.”
The application process is comprehensive, taking into consideration various aspects of a student’s academic and personal history. Factors such as attendance, scholastic achievement in 7th and 8th grade, disciplinary record, a teacher or counselor recommendation, and results from an interview, contribute to the overall assessment. A detailed outline of the application process is available at http://www.ShawsheenTech.org/Admissions.
As applications are reviewed, applicants will be numerically ranked based on the evaluation results. Students are encouraged to apply on a rolling basis until the February 1st deadline, to be considered in the first round of acceptance. Late applicants will be automatically placed on a waitlist along with those who did not secure a seat. Notifications will be sent to all applicants in March, for both accepted and waitlisted status.
Located at 100 Cook Street in Billerica, MA, Shawsheen Valley Technical High School proudly serves the five member communities of Bedford, Billerica, Burlington, Tewksbury, and Wilmington. The school’s diverse vocational programs encompass Arts Communication & Technology, Construction, Transportation & Product Development, Health Services, and Advanced Manufacturing.
For more information on the admissions process and to apply, prospective students and their families are encouraged to visit www.ShawsheenTech.org/Admissions or email registration@shawtech.org.
About Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School District
Established in 1965, Shawsheen Valley Regional Vocational Technical School District (SVRVTSD) stands as a beacon of educational excellence, placing students at the center of its mission. Proudly serving the communities of Billerica, Bedford, Burlington, Tewksbury, and Wilmington, Shawsheen caters to the diverse needs of over 1,300 students in grades 9-12.
Dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in education, Shawsheen seamlessly integrates academics with a dynamic range of over 20 vocational-technical career pathways. Located in Billerica, Massachusetts, Shawsheen’s expansive 100-acre campus hosts an exceptional school building adorned with high-end and industry relevant equipment, athletic fields, twenty-four varsity sports, and a plethora of extra-curricular clubs and activities.
With a passionate faculty and staff, Shawsheen remains committed to its mission: “to provide a positive learning experience in a safe educational environment that encourages all students to reach their full potential, emphasizes the value of a strong work ethic, and prepares them for adult life in a competitive world.”
Beyond its traditional academic offerings, Shawsheen Valley Technical School extends its educational reach through Adult Education, Afterschool Enrichment Programs, Community-focused Events, and Summer Programs. The district continually strives to expand its rich and diverse programming, embracing the belief that education is a lifelong, continuous process with numerous paths leading to a successful and fulfilling life.
Geoffrey Cavanaugh, a senior in Medical Assisting, shared his experience as a student at Shawsheen Tech during this month’s open house.
Shawsheen Tech Dental Assisting senior, Jacara DeGree, works on chairside procedures during shop-week.
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