News and Announcements

Lexington High School team earns first place as Massachusetts students showcased their knowledge and explored solutions to challenges in forestry, water, soils, wildlife. They will represent MA at the NCF-Envirothon 2026 National Annual Competition

Innovation Career Pathways will be offered at nearly 36 percent of eligible high schools next year

Board of Higher Education meeting lifts up administration’s new Co-op Education Initiative; MassArt to offer co-ops for students in communication design and glass programs

Funding supports 55 organizations hosting Summer Eats meal sites to help feed kids over the summer months

MyChildCareMA portal creates a more user-friendly, streamlined and family-centered child care financial assistance system experience

My Career and Academic Plan (MyCAP) helps students draw their path from school to college and a career

Directory is part of Governor Healey’s Child Care Task Force in recognition of dedication and impact of early education and care professionals

Funding will create up to 2,500 new career tech seats, launch new programs, and allow schools to buy and install training equipment

Funding supports partnerships between school districts and community-based preschools to improve educational services for youngest students with disabilities

Recommendations outline steps to strengthen SNAP, support food banks, and expand access to affordable, local food while President Trump cuts assistance

New guidance reinforces state law, outlines responsibilities for schools to respond to AI-generated harm

Secretary of Education Stephen Zrike Highlights Universal Pre-k, Evidence-Based Early Literacy Instruction in Pittsfield During 413 Day

Administration officials visited MCLA and Franklin Tech to showcase the impact of state financial aid, early college and career technical education expansion