"I had every intention of sitting down this morning and writing you an email explaining what an unbelievable experience last week was for our students, but seeing these comments is better than any email I could have written. I have already received a number of emails from teachers detailing the pride that the students felt taking part in the program, and how all week they would go visit teachers after school and excitedly go over their day. I have gotten emails from students asking if they can be part of the program again next year, and emails from new students asking how they can take part in the program if it comes back next year. The impact that you both, and the program, have left on our students is beyond measure and I cannot thank you enough - I know that this experience has been life changing for a number of students.TitleTiltle (And I had a blast too!) Thank you so much again, and I truly hope that we can continue bringing this program and more to our students at NHS."
Jennifer Proulx, M.Ed., Guidance Counselor A-Ch, Norton High School
The Pre-apprenticeship was an amazing experience. I learned a ton from the program and got a taste of what it would be like to work in the construction industry.
Student of Pathfinder Regional Technical High School
I wanted to extend my sincere gratitude for all your support this week. Jeff, thank you for providing such valuable training through the MASS DOT program. The knowledge and skills shared have made a lasting impact on my students, and they’re more prepared than ever to take the next steps in their careers. Erin and Tory, I truly appreciate your help with the students' resumes and Erin at the Laborers Training facility. Your guidance was invaluable, and the students greatly benefited from your insights and hands-on support. It’s partnerships like these that make all the difference for our students, and I’m grateful for your time, effort, and dedication. Looking forward to working with you all again in the future!
Carlton Medeiros of
B.M.C. Durfee High School
Great week highly recommend it to future students
Student of Pathfinder Regional Technical High School
I thought this "class" was a very good opportunity and almost an eye opener to a lot of people because most of us don't know that there is opportunity and people out there to help us achieve our goals.
Student of Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School
I really liked this week. It got me thinking about construction careers. What we did this week, I learned a lot of skills that I didn't know from before. Thank you for the training.
Student of Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School
Loved this course, the teacher was very helpful and pleasant. Interested in the topic as well as happy with the certifications I achieved in the process.
Student of Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School
We can't thank you and Tom enough for tackling this project. The students had a great time, top it off with a CPR Certification and it's a win win!
Peter Taloumis - CTE Director, Westfield Technical Academy
"Hi Tommy, Thank you for running another incredible program at FCTS! We are so grateful and our students have spoken very highly of you and the program as a whole. They also asked when you'll return so they can visit you...if that isn't a testament to the great work you are doing, I am not sure what is! With that said, we would like to lock in our dates for November 2024.
Taryn Canfield, School Counselor ~ Franklin County Technical School
"Your Pre-Apprenticeship Program is outstanding."
Ryan Rege, Vocational Director - Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School
"Your Pre-Apprenticeship Program is outstanding. Thank you for what you do, the students came to me at the end of the day and said they really enjoyed the program."We can't thank you and Tom enough for tackling this project. The students had a great time, top it off with a CPR Certification and it's a win win!
Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School
This course has definitely been an eye opener to other jobs and other opportunities for work that I didn't even know existed. You really get to see what it is like after school and in the real world and the money you can make without a degree. I really appreciated the experience this course has given me.
Student of Pathfinder Regional Technical High School
Towns that participate in co-ops
Abington
Amherst
Andover
Ashland
Auburn
Becket
Berlin
Bernardston
Brockton
Brookline
Cambridge
Canton
Chester
Chicopee
Conway
Deerfield
East Brookfield
East Bridgewater
Easton
Fall River
Goshen
Hadley
Hanson
Hardwick
Hatfield
Hopkinton
Medford
Montague
New Bedford
Norton
Peru
Palmer
Plainfield
Raynham
Shutesbury
South Hadley
Southbridge
Southwick
Springfield
Sudbury
Wellesley
West Port
West Springfield
Westhampton
Westport
Wilbraham
If your city/town is interested in participating please contact Jeff Cathcart at jcjci@cox.net