FUTURE
WORCESTER TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
A C A D E M I C S T E C H N I C A L P R O G R A M S S T U D E N T S U P P O R T & I N V O L V E M E N T S P O R T S A D M I S S I O N S S C H O O L H I G H L I G H T S
WELCOME!
NCIPAL
Drew Weymouth
Dear prospective students,
Welcome to Worcester Technical High School for our Open House. We hope as you walk these halls, you can envision yourself here as a practicing young professional A little over a year from now, you may be selecting a career pathway where
you will spend the rest of high school developing skills, taking advantage of opportunities, and building the experience needed to achieve your goals. In addition to our shops, our academic classes will help round out your skill development to ensure you have the analytical, writing, communication, and critical thinking skills you need to be successful in your career
Overall, we strive to inspire your career goals and help you develop the path to success. This will take a commitment on your part to persevere through challenges, seek feedback so you can continually improve, and dedicate yourself to each of your commitments. Partnering together, we are confident that we will be well-prepared for the next step in your career pursuit after high school. Take time tonight to visit our shops and explore what we offer as we help you build your own future.
Sincerely,
WELCOME!
DIRECTOR OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Dr. Patricia Suomala
Welcome to Worcester Technical High School (WTHS), where the high school experience is cultivated to encompass academics and career-focused education for each student. Today, experiential technical skills combined with work-ready power skills are the single most critical asset in the 21st-century American workforce Our blueprint is to help students aspire to their full potential, accelerate their learning, and ultimately achieve a
competitive advantage. Our school benefits everyone because successful students become productive citizens in our community WTHS is working hard to maximize resources and strengthen our community.
At WTHS, we serve a student body with multiple learning styles. Because we believe every student deserves an outstanding education, we build the learning experience around each individual’s unique needs. Our caring subject matter expert instructors deliver a complete high school curriculum to inspire every student to reach their college and career goals. And with our proven graduation and student success rates, it’s easy to see how WTHS makes a difference. Our students can earn college credit, national industry certifications, paid internships, scholarships, and more We also offer personal enrichment opportunities through student-centered sports, clubs, and organizations! Welcome to our community!
Best regards,
Dr. Patricia Suomala
OUR MISSION
The mission of Worcester Technical High School is to educate and prepare our students, both academically and technically, to meet the challenges of a global society. Students will be provided with a highly supportive and academically challenging learning environment in the STEM initiatives to ensure our graduates are prepared for career and college and are able to compete globally
OUR PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy of Worcester Technical High School is steeped in a proud tradition of providing excellence in technical and academic education Administration, faculty, staff, and students work collaboratively to promote a school culture that fosters the expectation of excellence while respecting differences. All students are treated with respect and dignity and are provided diverse, extra-curricular experiences as they pursue their professional and academic goals in a multicultural environment The educational climate serves to guide, assist and instill in each student a commitment to lifelong learning and to develop productive, responsible, and well-rounded citizens All programs are enhanced and supported by partnership with community, industry, and educational institutions, as well as through participation and recommendations of various advisory boards This educational environment affords all students the opportunity to achieve to their fullest potential. Our philosophy is supported by clearly defined curriculum goals focused to meet or exceed current standards, yet flexible enough to meet the demands of an ever-changing world
ACADEMICS
ENGLISH/ LANGUAGE ARTS
English 1
English 2
English 3
English 4: Special Topics
Gothic Lit
Hip-Hop Culture
Screen writing
Poetry
SCIENCE
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Dystopian Lit
Memoir
Crime Lit
HISTORY
US History
World History
Electives:
African American History
Psychology
Legal Aspects
Latin American Studies
News & Media
MATH
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
Geometry
Math Analysis
Pre-Calculus
Math 4
Financial Literacy
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
SPANISH EL CLASSES SPECIAL EDUCATION AVID HEALTH
VOCATIONAL OCCUPATION PROGRAM
(NON Chapter 74 Program)
ACADEMICS
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
AP World History
AP US History
AP Psychology
AP Human Geography
AP Art History
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics
AP Language and Composition
AP Literature and Composition
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
AP Pre Calculus
AP Microeconomics
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Environmental Science
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Students can join the Early College program and take Dual Enrollment classes with the following schools:
VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL
Additional courses are offered through Virtual High School
TECHNICAL PROGRAMS
ALDEN DESIGN AND ENGINEERING
Advanced Manufacturing
Auto-Pathways
Drafting
Robotics & Automation
Technology
Welding
ALLIED HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Allied Health
Veterinary Assisting
Cosmetology
Early Education and Care
Biotechnology
Environmental
Science/Technology
COOPERATIVE
EDUCATION
PROGRAM
COGHLIN CONSTRUCTION
TECHNOLOGY
Carpentry
Electrical
HVAC/R
Painting and Design
Plumbing and Pipe Fitting
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND BUSINESS SERVICES
Culinary Arts
Finance and Marketing
Graphic Communications
Hospitality Management
Programming/Web Development
Informational Support Services and Networking
GRADE 9 EXPLORATORY PROGRAM
INDUSTRY PARTNERS
Opportunity to experience six different trade areas throughout a twelve week period
OBTAIN NATIONAL AND STATE INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS, LICENSURE, AND HOURS
USE STATE OF THE ART INDUSTRY EQUIPMENT
District, grants, philanthropy, and in-kind industry donations
Cooperative Education, in-house store fronts or community projects
STUDENT SUPPORT
At Worcester Technical High School, we are committed to the health and safety of our students. We provide supports for students to thrive inside and outside of the classroom at their greatest ability.
Students have access to:
6 Guidance Counselors
4 full time School Adjustment Counselors
1 Psychologist
Effective Student Solutions Mental Health Clinic
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
CLUBS
Art Club
A/V Club
Black Student Union
Bowling
Caring with
Compassion
Chess
Dungeons &
Dragons
Drama
Empowering
Women
Faith
FIT
Gaming
GSA
Guitar
Math
Model UN
News
Outdoor
Poetry Out Loud
Psychology
Skateboard
Ski & Snowboard
True Crime
Writers
Yarn
ORGANIZATIONS
DECA
SkillsUSA
Student Council
National Honor Society
LEADERSHIP
Student Advisory Council (DESE)
Student Representative to Worcester School Committee Superintendent's Advisory Committee Class Officer
Positions
E-team
SPORTS FALL
Cheerleading
Cross
Field
Football
Boy’s
Girls’
The online application will be found at https://wps.go2cte.com/. The application opens the firstday students return from WPS December break. Applications close at the end of the final school day before WPS February break
ADMISSIONS FAQ
WHEN CAN I APPLY?
Applications OPEN the first day students return from WPS December break. Applications CLOSE at the end of the final school day before WPS February break.
ENGLISH IS NOT MY FIRST LANGUAGE. CAN I STILL ATTEND TECH?
Yes! We have a fantastic team of educators that work with students to support and develop language acquisition.
WHEN I APPLY, AM I APPLYING TO A TRADE?
No, you are applying to become part of the next grade 9 class. If you are accepted, you will participate in an exploratory process of our technical programs.
WHERE DO I ACCESS THE APPLICATION?
The application will be found on https://wps.go2cte.com/.
HOW MANY LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION SHOULD I GET?
Letters of recommendation are not part of the application process. A team from your sending school will complete a recommendation as part of your application.
MY BROTHER AND FATHER ARE GRADUATES OF TECH. DOES THIS MEAN I WILL GET IN?
While we are very proud of generations of families attending WTHS, legacy status is not part of the admissions policy.
ADMISSIONS FAQ
CAN I STUDY MORE THAN ONE TECHNICAL PROGRAM AT A TIME?
No, you cannot. However, you will have the opportunity to explore 6 different technical areas as a grade 9 student before program placement.
WHO FILLS OUT THE APPLICATION?
You will complete the online application with your parent/guardian.
I HAVE TO BE A WORCESTER RESIDENT?
Yes DO
End of April.
WHEN DO WE HEAR BACK ABOUT ACCEPTANCE? WHAT SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES ARE PROVIDED?
Special Education services are provided to students who are receiving support through an Individualized Education Plan.
HOW MANY STUDENTS ARE ACCEPTED?
Up to 400 students.
