News and Announcements

Participation has grown from eight Massachusetts high school teams in 2023 to 90 teams in 2026

New partnership with Ocean Spray will bring dried cranberries made exclusively with Massachusetts grown fruit to students while supporting local farmers

Scholarships will help public higher education students prepare for careers in teaching

Purcell, Ringrose, Rudder, and student voting member Renta-Marrero bring experience in higher education, workforce development and community leadership to BHE

Funding will help schools reduce distractions and create environments where students can focus on learning

New MCAS Family Portal now live

Seven organizations will engage more than 10,000 students across Massachusetts in hands-on STEM learning and career exploration

Kristen Smidy and Amy O’Leary to serve as Governor appointees

Pilot will allow 30 participating programs to serve up to 12 children, creating up to 60 additional child care seats while maintaining strong quality and safety standards

Colleges, universities and eligible training providers can seek state approval by September 25; first programs could begin enrolling students in early 2027

Free, state-developed curriculum is already in use in more than 100 school districts

First-ever awards help early educators pay down student debt and build long-term careers in Massachusetts

Twenty parents and caregivers from across Massachusetts will help shape child care policies, programs and services

Investments will expand employer-led training, internships and career pathways to support Massachusetts industries

Massachusetts leaders urge families and teachers to speak out against sweeping proposal that would weaken early education, safety and family supports