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Alice in Wonderland

April 4, 2018 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

Presented by the Worcester Tech Drama Club

Thursday, April 26 at 4:30 pm

Friday, April 27 at 7:00 pm

In the Worcester Tech Auditorium

Tickets:

$7.00 Adults

$5.00 Students

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WTHS College Fair

March 27, 2018 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

Spring 2018

When: April 10, 2018 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
WTHS Cafeteria
1 Skyline Drive
Worcester, MA 01605

RSVP Linda Graham or Contact for more information
508-751-7608
lgraham@massedco.org

  • Find out which colleges are best for you, academically, financially, socially.
  • Juniors & families are encouraged to attend.
  • Many colleges will be present

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2018 WTHS Technology Fair

February 13, 2018 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

Worcester Technical High School will be holding a technology fair for all students to participate in. This is the school’s version of a science fair, but the project is connected to the shop area of the participant.

Students should choose a topic that connects to their shop area, whether individually or in a group with 3 people at max. The project is to be done on the student’s own time with guidance and support from science and technical instructors. A standing poster board is required.

The projects should be worked on throughout February and April, and the final projects will be due on May 2, 2018 in the conference center. Judging will take place on May 3, 2018, and the announcement of the winners will occur the following day. Winning projects will receive prizes as well. For more information, contact Mrs. Coughlin.

 

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Girls Who Code & Gents Who Code

February 13, 2018 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

Join the club that codes for fun.

 

Gents who Code: Tuesdays, 1:45 – 2:45

Girls who Code: Wednesdays, 1:45 – 2:45

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Myra Hiatt Kraft Memorial Footbridge Dedication

January 6, 2016 by studentauthor Leave a Comment

Myra Hiatt Kraft Memorial Footbridge Dedication

bridge plaque

The new red bridge at Elm Park was dedicated on 12/8/2015 in honor of local philanthropist Myra Hiatt Kraft. The Myra Hiatt Kraft Memorial Footbridge replaces one of the iconic Elm Park footbridges which stood for 40 years and was removed in October 2013. The Myra Hiatt Kraft Memorial footbridge was designed by Civil and Architectural Engineering students from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and built by Worcester Technical High School students. Funding for the new bridge was made possible by the city and the Rotary Club of Worcester, which donated $50,000. The new bridge was designed to honor the aesthetics of the previous bridge and is now fully ADA compliant.

guest of honor

The ceremony was attended by Mr. Robert Kraft and family, Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, Mayor Petty and City Manager Edward Augustus, invited guests, students and faculty from WPI and Worcester Technical High School. During his remarks Mr. Kraft announced that he and his family would be donating $100,000 to the Painting and Design, Welding, and Carpentry programs at Worcester Technical and an additional $100,000 to WPI to create a scholarship in Mrs. Kraft’s name.

Brenner & Kraft students arrive

Carpentry students deconstructed the old bridge and built the new bridge.

Department Head: Joseph Lonergan

Grade 12 Instructor: Kevin Lussier

Carpentry Students: Adam Swift, Andrew Dallair, Anthony Dimauro, Anthony Pearson, Benjamin Burke, Berwick Lima, Bryan Hernandez, Daniel Kpodo, Enriquo Morales, Jacob Squires, Jasmine Hollins, Jeremy Tretheway, Jordan McGhee, Jose Rosario, Jose Alamo Rosado, Jose Laporte, Joshua Collazo, Julio Rodriguez, Leito Demaio, Maria Sandoval, Nathan Barber, and Tyler Kuhn.

Advanced Manufacturing students created a memorial coin with the school logo on one side and a rendering of the Myra Hiatt Kraft Bridge on the opposite side.

Instructor: Brian Cummings

Students: Michael Ou and Dylan Perkins.

stude

Painting and Design Technology students painted and stained the bridge.

Department Head: Larry Collins

Grade 12 Instructor: Rick Torres

Students: Alice Frimpong, Amanda Servis, Anna Puello, Arianny Paulino, Ashleigh Gagnon, Beatriz DaSilva, Brittany Feliciano, Carlie McArdle, Chaneque Cannalonga, Christina Cronin, Dalena Pham, Edyth Reynoso, Emilia Roemer, Felicia Rodriguez, Isabell Rosa , Jennifer Laino, Juliet Santiago, Karen Silva, Kris Ellen Gillette, Lesleyanne Leiva, Lisandro Solano, Luis Feliciano, Mayra Escobar, Miracle Estrada, Nilka Rodriguez, Rebecca Sarja, Shaleisha Rivera, Sherline Clemente Irizarry, Tabitha Boiquaye, Tatyana Lugo Gardner, Tracy Ho , Tracy Le , Vanessa Nina, and Yliza Fantauzzi.

Hospitality and Tourism students created an inviting cupcake display using a scale model of the Myra Hiatt Kraft footbridge and served guests.

Department Head: Donna Scola

Students: Olivia Harmon, Aiden Duffey, Widnelis Ortiz, Robert Saunders, Kyle Shea, and Brianna Thorin.

students on bridge 2

Culinary students baked and decorated a tasty chocolate cake and three flavors of cupcakes.

Department Head: Kevin Layton

Baking Instructor: DJ Allen

Students: Abegayle Kelly and Israel Diaz.

Graphic Communications students printed ceremonial programs, banners, and embroidered knit hats with a student designed logo of the bridge.

Department Head: Robert Mazzone

Students: Marlon Tobar, Michael Carville, Ryan Lord, and Tymmanie Isales-Santos.

Welding students fabricated the handicap railings and built and installed the bridge support brackets.

Department Head: Gregg L’Esperance

Instructor:  John Langevin

Students: Anthony DePalo, Austin Suprenant, Brian Chin, Brieana Koskie, Cole Colletti, Collins Chege, Daniel Ferrer, Darius Wright, Deirdre Desilets, Dillon Courtemanche, Emily Bitar, Heidi O’Connor, Jack Ryan, Jeffrey Gardner, Joaquin Ocasio, Jose Rodriguez, Justin Dwyer, Kaela Goddard, Kassidy Martin, Leslie Pen, Paul Vanegas, Ryan Smith, Sean Gaffney, Shaun Gilbert, Stephanie Delgado, Tabitha White, Tyler Lufkin, and William White.

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President Obama Commencement Speech

October 15, 2015 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

President Obama gave the 2014 commencement speech

Read the White House Press Release

Watch the 2014 commencement ceremony

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National Blue Ribbon School

October 15, 2015 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

The National Blue Ribbon School Award is an honor presented to schools based on academic success and improvement. as of 2013 Worcester Tech became one of these highly regarded schools.

“Excellence in education matters and we should honor the schools that are leading the way to prepare students for success in college and careers,” said Secretary Duncan. “National Blue Ribbon schools represent examples of educational excellence, and their work reflects the belief that every child in America deserves a world-class education.”

The National Blue Ribbon Schools award honors public and private elementary, middle, and high schools where students perform at very high levels or where significant improvements are being made in students’ levels of achievement.

The program recognizes schools in one of two performance categories. The first category is “Exemplary High Performing,” in which schools are recognized among their state’s highest performing schools, as measured by state assessments or nationally-normed tests. The second category is “Exemplary Improving,” in which schools that have at least 40 percent of their students from disadvantaged backgrounds demonstrate the most progress in improving student achievement levels as measured by state assessments or nationally-normed tests.

“Worcester Technical High School has undergone a powerful transformation in the past seven years. The total commitment of the faculty, staff, students, parents and community have resulted in a school with consistent and sustained high levels of achievement resulting in this national award” said Superintendent Melinda J. Boone.  According to Worcester Mayor Joseph M. Petty “we had very high hopes for the new Worcester Technical High School when it was built. This recognition validates the accomplishments of the school and we are very proud.”

“This award recognizes all the hard work of our students, faculty and the successful collaboration with community, business and higher education to make this dream a reality,” said Sheila Harrity, Principal of Worcester Technical High School.

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Robotics World Champs

October 15, 2015 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

Worcester Technical High School robotics team members and leaders are proud that they are one of only five schools in the world that made it to the world robotics competition six out of six years.

Click here for the full article of the: Worcester Technical High Robotic’s team among the elite. The world tourney contest in April: Contest Tourney in April

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2011 MetLife Foundation – NASSP Breakthrough School

October 15, 2015 by Jeffrey LeBoeuf Leave a Comment

The MetLife Foundation and the National Association of Secondary School Principals named Worcester Technical High School a Breakthrough School for 2011. Worcester Technical High School is one of ten middle level and high schools recognized for their academic success. The leaders of these urban, rural, and suburban schools have proven that with leadership, time, and a clear focus, high-poverty schools can be turned around.

The MetLife Foundation-NASSP Breakthrough Schools program recognizes middle level and high schools that are high achieving or are dramatically improving student achievement and serve large numbers of students living in poverty.

“These 10 MetLife Foundation-NASSP Breakthrough Schools have made incredible gains in academic achievement by providing rigorous instruction and personalizing their schools to meet the needs of each and every student,” said NASSP Executive Director Gerald N. Tirozzi.

Learn More…

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