Northeast Metro Tech: Weekly Newsletter - 6/5/26

Grades 9 & 11: CTE Shops

Grades 10 & 12: Academics

On Thursday, June 4, we proudly celebrated the Senior Class at the fifty-sixth Commencement Ceremony of Northeast Metro Tech. Congratulations to all students and families on this remarkable achievement. Thank you to the faculty, staff, and students who helped make the ceremony such a memorable event.

Join us in congratulating the students who earned the distinction of Knights of Shining Armor (KOSA) for the month of May. Each month, students are nominated for demonstrating strong character, outstanding career technical performance, high academic achievement, and leadership in student activities.

Congratulations to all of our recipients for their achievements. Your hard work, dedication, and positive impact on the Northeast school community are inspiring.

On Monday, June 1, Northeast hosted its annual Scholarship Night at Galvin Middle School in Wakefield. We were proud to recognize the outstanding members of the Class of 2026 for their achievements and commitment to excellence. Thank you to our generous donors for their continued support of our students. Special thanks to our Business Technology, Culinary, and Design and Visual students and staff for their contributions in making the evening a success. Congratulations to all students and families recognized.

This week, Culinary students brought the excitement with a special roast beef pop-up event. On Tuesday, Andy Ferg of North Shore Beefs visited the Breakheart Inn to speak with students about the history and popularity of the North Shore roast beef sandwich. Students prepared and served Andy a roast beef 3-way that earned an impressive 9.3 rating. The visit provided students with a unique opportunity to learn about the North Shore staple while showcasing their own roast beef making skills.

On Thursday, June 4, Dental Assisting sophomores visited the Public Health Museum in Tewksbury, the nation's first museum dedicated entirely to the history and advancements of public health. During the visit, students explored a variety of artifacts, including a real iron lung used to treat polio, vintage patent medicines, early psychiatric restraints, and exhibits highlighting smallpox, nursing history, and the evolution of dentistry. The experience provided students with a look at the development of public health and healthcare practices over time.

With seniors no longer in the building after Friday, May 29, parking on both Gold and Black weeks will be available to Grade 11 students for the remainder of the school year beginning Monday, June 1. (Juniors who have already purchased a parking pass may continue parking as usual and are automatically eligible to park during both weeks.) Interested juniors should complete the Student Parking Application Form to be added to the waitlist. Students on the waitlist who are in good standing (as approved by their dean) will be contacted in the order the form was submitted to purchase a parking sticker for $5 in the Business Office, until all spaces are filled. We aim to make as many spaces in our lot available to students as possible.

Parking spaces reserved for students are located in sections A and A2 on this image. All student vehicles parked on Northeast Metro Tech property must have a parking sticker properly displayed (affixed to the windshield above the inspection sticker on the passenger side). Detailed student parking information and expectations can be found by viewing this document.

Please note that Thursday, June 18 will be an early release day for all students to provide faculty and staff with time to plan for the move to the new building. The academic blocks for the day will be F, A, and C. All students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m.

All are invited to the Breakheart Inn Restaurant, which is open to the public. Come enjoy delicious food and friendly service. Reservations for parties of up to 5 people, as well as gift cards and lunch orders, can be placed online. Please note: all outside guests must sign in at the Main Entrance upon arrival.

Bakery Hours (Monday - Friday):

Lunch Service (Tuesday - Friday):

📧For questions, contact Culinary Department Head Elizabeth Henderson: ebeals@northeastmetrotech.com

After-school academic support is offered for all subjects. Students can get the extra help they need to succeed, whether it’s for a challenging class, test preparation, or Early College courses.

Students are encouraged to take advantage of this great opportunity to enhance their learning.

In addition to local graduation requirements, students must meet the Massachusetts Competency Determination (CD) requirement, as outlined in 603 CMR 30.00, as a condition of high school graduation. Northeast Metro Tech’s Competency Determination Policy may be viewed in this document. Families with questions are encouraged to contact the school for additional information.

The online application for SUN Bucks (formerly Summer EBT) is open. This federal food benefit program provides $120 per eligible school-aged child to help families purchase food during the summer months when school is not in session.

Click here to view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about SUN Bucks, including eligibility information. We encourage families to review their eligibility and apply if needed. Additional information is available on the Northeast Metro Tech website under Departments → Food Services → SUN Bucks.

For questions regarding SUN Bucks, please contact Director of Finance James Picone:

📧 jpicone@northeastmetrotech.com | 📞 (781) 246-0810 ext. 1628

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is open for students planning to attend colleges and career schools during the 2026-27 academic year. Students can complete the application at fafsa.gov, which is used by most colleges to determine financial aid eligibility.

Students and families seeking assistance may join MEFA’s free virtual FAFSA Festivals, offered now through February. Participants can log in at any point during the two-hour sessions and receive one-on-one support in a breakout room from a financial aid expert. Registration is required.

Additional financial aid resources can be found at mass.gov/financialaid.

Families are encouraged to explore the community resources linked below for support. These include information on Emergency and Crisis Support, Community Behavioral Health, Food Assistance, Housing Assistance, LGBTQ+ Community, and Community Connection.

Chelsea, Malden, Melrose, N. Reading, Reading, Revere, Saugus, Stoneham, Wakefield, Winthrop, Winchester , Woburn

MPY, in partnership with Peace At Home Parenting Solutions, is pleased to offer free resources that provide insights and strategies to support family and student success both in and out of school. Families can access a library of videos and handouts, available in English and Spanish, featuring easy-to-use, evidence-based strategies that promote lasting, positive change. Click here for more information and to access the library of resources.