Greater Lawrence Technical School

GLTS Receives $160,000 Grant from Baker-Polito Administration for Clean Energy Program

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Greater Lawrence Technical School
Superintendent John Lavoie
57 River Rd, Andover,
MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

GLTS Receives $160,000 Grant from Baker-Polito Administration for Clean Energy Program

ANDOVER — Superintendent John Lavoie is pleased to announce that Greater Lawrence Technical School received a $160,000 grant from the Baker-Polito Administration to implement a clean energy program as part of their STEAM curriculum.

GLTS is just one of three schools statewide to receive the allocation from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, which will be used to prepare students to pursue higher education majors and careers in the clean energy field.

As part of GLTS’ STEAM Innovation Program, students pursuing biotechnology will research, develop and implement clean energy fuel sources through the design and planting of green roofs along with growing algae for transportation (biofuel). They will also learn the importance of design and technology as it relates to solving energy, social and community issues.

“We’re excited and honored to have been selected for this extremely competitive grant to benefit our STEAM program,” Superintendent Lavoie said. “We have seen a steady rise in number of jobs in these fields and we believe a program focused on clean energy and sustainability will be another great option for students to pursue at GLTS and beyond.”

According to MassCEC’s 2017 Clean Energy Industry Report, employers would benefit from educational development in clean energy and STEM topics, as nearly three quarters of employers reported hiring difficulty over the last year, with 47 percent of employers citing insufficient qualified candidates as the most significant barrier to hiring. One of the greatest challenges facing Massachusetts’ rapidly growing innovation economy is the gap between available jobs in STEM fields and qualified workers to perform them.

“Massachusetts is home to a thriving clean energy sector and this investment in our students will help build a workforce that will sustain the Commonwealth’s vibrant innovation economy for generations to come,” Gov. Charlie Baker said. “Providing new opportunities for STEM education for our students will reinforce the Commonwealth’s position as a national leader of innovation.”

Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical High School and Norfolk County Agricultural High School also received $160,000 grant allocations.

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Greater Lawrence Tech Senior Dianny Lora Reyes Earns School’s Outstanding Vocational Technical Student Award

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Greater Lawrence Technical School
Superintendent John Lavoie
57 River Rd, Andover,
MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Monday, May 7, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Greater Lawrence Tech Senior Dianny Lora Reyes Earns School’s Outstanding Vocational Technical Student Award

GLTS senior Dianny Lora Reyes earned the school’s Outstanding Vocational Technical Student award. (Courtesy Photo GLTS)

ANDOVER — Superintendent John Lavoie is pleased to announce that senior Dianny Lora Reyes, of Lawrence, earned Greater Lawrence Technical School’s Outstanding Vocational Technical Student award.

The annual award is sponsored by the Massachusetts Association of Vocational Administrators and recognizes students who excel scholastically and in their technical area of study. Students are honored for making significant contributions to their school district and, in turn, vocational technical education as a whole in the state.

Each year, superintendents designate one student in their district to receive the award.

After four years, Reyes is the valedictorian of her class with a current GPA or 4.37. Following graduation, she will attend the University of Massachusetts, Amherst where she will major in biology with plans to one day attend medical school.

Reyes has excelled within the GLTS Health Career Program and has performed well in honors courses, Advanced Placement English and a dual enrollment course at Northern Essex Community College. In addition, she’s earned the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship and a Dell Foundation Scholarship during her time at GLTS.

MAVA members recognized Reyes and two dozen of her peers from vocational-technical high schools in Massachusetts during an awards dinner on April 12 at Mechanics Hall in Worcester.

“Dianny has been a fantastic student and member of the GLTS community, and she is extremely deserving of this honor,” Superintendent Lavoie said. “She’s an excellent role model for her fellow students, both through her success in the classroom and her genuine, lasting commitment to helping those in need.”

Reyes is involved in a variety of ways outside the classroom, including as secretary of the National Honor Society. Through her community service hours, she has helped to raise $1,500 for the Salvation Army, Elder Care, and Meals on Wheels of Massachusetts. She was selected to serve as a CNA on a Medical Corps Reserve Team to assist in disaster relief, and as a junior, she was awarded the Boston College Book Award for her leadership, community service and academic performance. She has also been a Reggie Leader and Peer Mentor, providing support to younger students.

 

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GLTS Students Place in SkillsUSA District Competition

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Greater Lawrence Technical School
Superintendent John Lavoie
57 River Rd, Andover,
MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, April 3, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

GLTS Students Place in SkillsUSA District Competition

ANDOVER — Superintendent John Lavoie is pleased to announce that following the SkillsUSA district competition, five Greater Lawrence Technical School students will be moving on to the next round.

On March 15, 123 students put their skills to the test in the first round of the competition, which was held at Greater Lowell Technical School. Those who earned gold or silver medals qualified for the SkillsUSA state competition on April 26-28 in Marlborough.

During the district competition, students in grades 10-12 were broken into their trades of choice to compete in solo challenges that tested their abilities.

“I want to commend all students who participated in this competition,” Superintendent Lavoie said. “This event requires students to put all aspects of their technical area of study to use in order to complete the challenges at hand. We wish the best of luck to our five competitors who are moving on to the next round.”

Gold:

Senior Leonardo Paulino, of Lawrence – Sheet Metal
Senior Juana Lopez, of North Andover – Restaurant Service. She also received a perfect score on her employability test.
Senior Jennifer Figuereo, of Lawrence – First Aid/CPR

Silver:
Junior Christian Rodriguez, of Lawrence – Collision Repair Technology
Junior Laura Mateo, of Lawrence – Restaurant Service

Bronze:
Senior Ryan Ouellette, of Methuen – Computer Numerical Controlled Milling
Junior Ashlin Reyes, of Lawrence – Cosmetology Under 500
Senior Digna Cruz, of Lawrence – Electrical Construction Wiring
Sophomore Joaldi Feliz, of Lawrence – Power Equipment Technology

Sophomore Ahlyia Leclerc, of Methuen, who is in the biotechnology technical area of study, was voted as GLTS’ candidate to run for a SkillsUSA state officer position. To earn this nomination, Leclerc had to complete a written exam and excel in an interview held at the district competition.

About SkillsUSA:

SkillsUSA is a national membership organization serving middle-school, high-school and college/postsecondary students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, including health occupations. The philosophy of the Championships is to reward students for excellence, to involve industry in directly evaluating student performance and to keep training relevant to employers’ needs.

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GLTS Singers, Dancers and Musicians Shine During Talent Show

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Greater Lawrence Technical School
Superintendent John Lavoie
57 River Rd, Andover,
MA 01810

For Immediate Release

Friday, March 30, 2018

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

GLTS Singers, Dancers and Musicians Shine During Talent Show 

ANDOVER — Singers and musicians alike showcased their skills during Greater Lawrence Technical School’s annual talent show last week.

On March 23, in GLTS’ Performing Arts Center, 25 acts gathered to compete for the win in the Got Talent, Singers and Overall Winner categories.

A team of students, teachers and GLTS graduates served as judges.

“These nights are always fun for student artists because it gives them the opportunity to showcase their talents,” Superintendent John Lavoie said. “We have some truly gifted singers and musicians here at GLTS that put on a fantastic show.”

In the Got Talent category (sing with an instrument or dancers):

1st Place: “S & Z” – seniors Solange Burgos, of Lawrence, and Zarais German, of Methuen performed a choreographed dance to three different songs

2nd Place: “God’s Plan” –  sophomore Jahmo Chavez, of Lawrence, sang and played guitar

3rd Place: “All I Know” – seniors Greg Ovalles and Erika Rivera, both of Lawrence, sang a duet with Ovalles on guitar

In the Singers category:

1st Place: “When We Were Young” – junior Jozmelieny Garcia-Batista, of Methuen

2nd Place: “Best Part” – sophomore Jahmo Chavez, of Lawrence, and junior Ariana Peroza, of Methuen

3rd Place: A tie between:

“Until the End of Time” – sophomore Jahmo Chaverz, of Lawrence

“Flashlight” – juniors Jozmelieny Garcia, of Methuen and Nankmary Delgado, of Lawrence

4th Place: “Toxic”- senior Erika Rivera, of Lawrence

5th Place: “Fallin'” – junior Ariana Peroza, of Methuen

6th Place: “Jolene” – juniors Ariana Peroza, of Methuen, Mileidys Batista and Nankmary Delgado, both of Lawrence

Overall Winner:

“Ain’t No Rest For the Wicked”- senior Christine Gonzalez, of North Andover, sang and played guitar

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