• Agriculture Mechanics/Animal Science

    Are you challenged by a variety of seasonal jobs? Do you like to nurture living things? Do you like to operate and repair equipment? Do you like to work outdoors? Are you willing to work hard?

    Click here for more information on Agriculture

  • Cosmetology

    Do you have the desire to work in a fast-paced, exciting, and constantly changing field? Do you like to work creatively with your hands? Are you outgoing and able to communicate with the public?

    For more information on Cosmetology click here.

  • Auto Body

    Do you like working on vehicles? Do you have a good work ethic? Do you like to work with your hands and with your mind? Are you willing to work until a job is perfect?

    Click here for more information on Auto Body

  • Automotive

    Do you have any interest in cars and trucks? Do you pay attention to details? Do you have the patience for specializing and working with systems that update yearly?

    Click here for more information on Automotive

  • Carpentry

    Do you like working with wood, tools and machines? Do you take pride in a job well done? Do you have a good mechanical aptitude? Are you willing to accept responsibility?

    Click here for more information on Carpentry

  • We have a mission!

    Our Mission is to prepare students for Social Responsibility, Employment, and Post-secondary education through rigorous, applied technical and academic programs

  • Culinary Arts

    Do you like to prepare food? Are you in good health? Can you plan ahead? Do you have artistic and creative ability? Do you have the patience and ability to get along with all kinds of people? Can you work as a member of a large team?

    Click here for more information on Culinary Arts

  • Electrical

    Do you like to work with electrical equipment? Do you have mechanical aptitude? Can you follow codes, orders, and specific instruction? Are you able to work on ladders?

    Click here for more information on Electrical

  • Horticulture/Forestry

    Do you like to work outdoors? Do you like a variety of jobs? Do you have good mechanical ability? Do you have pride in your workmanship and products?

    Click here for more information on Horticulture/Forestry

  • Health Technology

    Do you like to work with people? Are you willing to take orders and follow instructions? Are you willing to accept responsibility? Are you a dependable person? Are you a kind and caring person?

    For more information click here.

  • Manufacturing Technologies

    Do mechanical things interest you? Do you like to operate machinery and tools? Do you want a well paid job when you graduate?

    Click here for more information on Manufacturing Technologies

  • Plumbing

    Are you mechanically inclined? Are you interested in the construction business? Are you prepared to work in unfavorable weather? Are you willing to work flexible hours?

    Click here for more information on Plumbing

  • Graphic Communications

    Do you have an interest in art, designing materials, computers or the printing field? Do you have the patience for working with exactness and neatness? Do you like using your creative skills?

    Click here for Graphic Communications

  • CTE

    Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School is a proud member of the National and State Association of Career and Technical Education (CTE)

    Click for CTE Info
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Announcements
AP classes in Vocational schools
Click here for a link to a great article about AP classes in Vocational schools.

Annual Holiday Craft Fair 2013

We are currently accepting applications for vendors to participate in the Annual Holiday Craft Fair that will be held at Smith Vocational & Agricultural High School on November 24, 2013 from 9am - 2pm. Please follow the links below for additional information and an application.

Due date to apply: June 25, 2013

Click for more information and application.

Check out the rankings of the top schools in the state. Very impressive!!

Massachusetts’ Top High Schools 2013 From #1 to #344

Click here for link to article.   Click here for pdf chart.




Voc-Ed’s Whole New World  

Jay P. Goldman, Editor

My paper trail to Michael Fitzpatrick runs a decade long — mainly a reflection of his predisposition to never stand long in one place. I’ve finally caught up, and the result is Fitzpatrick’s nimbly composed article, “Goodbye to the Voc-Ed Stereotype,” which largely tells a story through three graduates of his sterling program in central Massachusetts. Click here for entire article.
Prom-Going and Graduating Parents!

Middle School Enrichment 2013
Middle School Enrichment course descriptions and registration form are now available on the Summer Programs page (see toolbar on the left and click on Summer-Programs)

The Role Technical Education plays today
Conversation with Jeff Peterson 
Supt. Jeff Peterson at Comcast Studio
Superintendent of Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School

click here for link to Comcast Newsmakers video


MCAS Question of the Week
You can find a new question each week at our MCAS Classroom page open to everyone:
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.         http://mcas.smith.tec.ma.us

Use a No. 2 Pencil
...and you can find links to even more MCAS practice questions there, too.
You will be glad you did!!
Lilly Library Trip

Storytellers at Lilly LibraryStorytelling has the potential to connect people of varying backgrounds as well as ages. Given the long history of story-telling, one might argue that humans are innately drawn to narrative. From the oral tradition to the modern novel, the “story” remains a powerful device for passing information from one generation to another. Please click here for full article and pictures.


Athletics Dept.
Football and Volley ball in Fall 2013


Arts

Performing Arts Club

Imagine yourself standing in the middle of a stage lit to indicate the height of a play’s dramatic tension. You look into the audience, but the glare of the lighting has rendered the audience a blur of shadows. You cannot see them, but you can feel the energy pouring off of the spectators and onto the stage. With all of their energy focused on one spot, the audience members act as the unseen motivators of the stage action. Does this sound like an experience you want to have for yourself? What if your greatest thrill comes from applying your technical skills to a challenging job behind the scenes? Click for entire article.

Homework Help
Homework Help/MCAS Prep After School Program
October 16, 2012-May 2013
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
2:30-4:00
In the Library
Parents are responsible for transportation!

Program will not be held on the following dates: 
Jan. 16th
Feb. 27th
Mar. 27th
Apr. 24th
May 22nd




Pre-Exploratory
Through the Pre-Exploratory process, new students have the chance to experience each of the 12 different shop choices available at SVAHS. . . click here for more story.


Thoughts on A New School Year

The beginning of school has different significance to different members of the SVAHS community.  For a 9th grader, it may be a chance to begin grappling with the big questions of life for the first time. Through programs such as Pre-Exploratory and Exploratory, new students are able to determine where they fit best in the 12 available shops. This period of exploration can lead students from the classroom to a life-long engagement with learning as well as a career. When faced with questions about making this transition . . . click here for entire article.



Experiential Education: Agriculture in Action

What images does agricultural education conjure up in your mind? Do you think about high school students evaluating the condition of horses, driving and maintaining farm equipment, or working on their welding skills? If you didn’t think that high school students were capable of handling this level of responsibility, it’s time to think again . . . click here for full article.

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Student Accident Medical Insurance Protection
Smith Vocational offers optional Student Accident Insurance through Lefevre Insurance.
For more information and brochure see the School Nurse page in the Health & Wellness Link


9th Grade Shop Selection Process/Pledge
Paperwork needed to be signed by parent/guardian and student and returned to Ms Fish in Guidance located in the new Student Career Services building.

Click here for 9th Grade Selection Process form

Click here for SVAHS Pledge form

Parents/Gaurdians if you have any questions please contact Ms Fish at 413-587-1414 x3416




NEAS&C
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School has begun a comprehensive self-study in preparation for continued accreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). 

     NEASC membership requires that a school undergo a self-study and formal evaluation at least once every ten years. The SVAHS community will spend this school year completing a comprehensive assessment of teaching and learning and the support of teaching and learning. An evaluation committee from NEASC will visit the school for several days in October 2013 determine the extent to which the school’s programs and services carry out its core values and beliefs as well as NEASC’s standards for accreditation.

     A steering committee has been appointed to oversee the intensive process. It is co-chaired by an administrator, Sarah Neelon, and a faculty member, Leslie Skantz-Hodgson. The other members of the steering committee are Tracy Lyon, Cheryl Fish, John Kelly, Jeff Lareau, Kathy Long, Michael Parks, David Travers and  Rebecca Wanczyk.

     Click here for Mission Statement

SkillsUSA NLSC
National Leadership & Skills Conference
Kansas City, Missouri, June 23–June 28, 2012, the 48th annual National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), a showcase of talented career and technical education students.

Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School competitors:

Tim Murphy won the bronze medal in plumbing
Kyle Silva placed 23rd in collision repair
Hannah Kolodziej placed 30th in advertising design


More than 5,000 outstanding career and technical education students—all state contest winners—competed hands-on in 87 different trade, technical and leadership fields. The SkillsUSA Championships were held on Monday & Tuesday, June 25th & 26th in H. Roe Bartle Hall and Municipal Auditorium.

Click the link below to view the Massachusetts SkillsUSA website.

Cheer Camp 2012

Our girls did fantastic!!!

It was real hot weather, but they went out there and worked real hard!!
click here for more information and pictures

Graduation 2012


CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2012


   
Photos by JOSH KUCKENS

Click here for newspaper article.

Click here for school article.




Smith Vocational senior Lissette Paredes shines at auto skills competition


Click here for full article.


Class of 2013 National Honor Society Ceremony
Click here for full article and pictures

FFA Banquet
Congratulations and thank you to all who were recognized at the 2012 FFA Smith Chapter Banquet!
Click here for next year's FFA Officers