Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech would like to pay homage to some of the inventors, scholars, and contributors to the technical careers that are studied by our students in honor of the Black History and Women’s History months. Thank you to Academy C Administrator Guy Shepherd for providing the information about the accomplishments of these influential Americans for this post.
“Ice Cream” Dream Playhouse for Rosemary’s Wish Kid
In a significant display of skill and community service, electrical and carpentry programs have crafted an “Ice Cream House” for Hailey, a participant in Rosemary’s Wish Kids Inc. Continue Reading “Ice Cream” Dream Playhouse for Rosemary’s Wish Kid
April 12th is MultiCultural Day
This inaugural event is a significant step toward celebrating the diverse backgrounds of our student body and emphasizing our commitment to fostering an environment of inclusion, diversity, equity, and belonging within our school community Continue Reading April 12th is MultiCultural Day
Class of 2028 Lottery Results
See the results of the Class of 2028 Lottery that was held on Monday, April 8th. Continue Reading Class of 2028 Lottery Results
“Paw Prints” Volume 2 Issue 15
Check out the latest issue of this year’s Paw Prints Newsletter! Continue Reading “Paw Prints” Volume 2 Issue 15
Multicultural Day!
Coming May 12th, multicultural day. The GNBVT community presents different cultures of different countries around the world in an all inclusive cuisine. Which features a dish from a country around the world. The countries with featured dishes on the menu include...
Women’s History 2024 – Clara Barton
Nursing “I ask neither pay or praise, simply a soldier's fare and the sanction of your Excellency to go and do with my might, whatever my hands can find to do.” - Clara Harlowe Baron Clara Barton was born December 25th in North Oxford, Massachusetts. Clara's father...
Faces of GNBVT: Lisa Tiexiera
“What I enjoy most about my work is building relationships with students and collaborating with colleagues to support them..”Meet Ms. Lisa Tiexiera, a School Adjustment Counselor at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. After studying social work in 2014 at Northeastern...
Faces of GNBVT: Amanda Collier
“There is no age limit on dreams and goals. You are exactly where you need to be!”Meet Ms. Amanda Collier, a History teacher here at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. She originally wanted to enter the medical field, but as she got older, she became very passionate about...
Faces of GNBVT: Carlos Viveiros
“Respect each other, stay focused, and stay on task.” Meet Mr. Carlos Viveiros, an Inside Security at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. Before applying, Mr. Viveiros worked for New Bedford Public Schools for over 10 years as a Behaviorist, and a resident supervisor at...
Faces of GNBVT: Casey Clarke
“You can accomplish anything in life through hard work and perseverance.”Meet Ms. Casey Clarke, a nurse at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. Ms. Clarke majored in Nursing at Husson University and was also a former Voc-Tech student in Medical Assisting. Ms. Clarke knew she...
Faces of GNBVT: Crystal Vitorino
“I love the one-to-one interactions with students and the ability to become a role model.” Meet Ms. Crystal Vitorino a Culinary teaching assistant here at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. She teaches Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, and Food Service Fundamentals. This...
Faces of GNBVT: Derek Medeiros
“I want to be the best version of myself at all times so that I can hopefully be an inspiration to them.”Meet Mr. Derek Medeiros, one of the new assistant principals here at Greater New Bedford Voc Tech. Mr. Medeiros has a long history of education being in his...
Faces of GNBVT: Jeffrey Caron
“I feel that the quality of everything that we do is better period.”Meet Mr. Jeffrey Caron, Dean of Admission and Exploratory at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. His role here at GNBVT is to help families and students from the beginning of the application process to...
Faces of GNBVT: Joanne Romanelli
“I want to see students succeed in the goals they would like to achieve.”Meet Mrs.Joanne Romanelli, the Academy B administrator at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. Mrs. Romanelli’s teaching career spanned from 2001 to the spring of 2014, transitioning into an Academy...
Faces of GNBVT: Joy Southworth
“Life is tough but you are tougher. Take it day by day and never stop learning.”Meet Ms. Joy Southworth, a Science Teacher at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. Ms. Southworth was a previous student at GNBVT, and is now an alumna. She quickly fell in love with biology in...
Faces of GNBVT: Julie Heaven
“You have to be happy in order to make life the best it possibly can be.”Meet Ms. Julie Heaven, a teaching assistant in Special Services here at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. Ms. Heaven wanted to work as a teaching assistant because of her background in Special...
Faces of GNBVT: Katherine Parker
“I think it is equally important to share with students and their families about their successes as it is to communicate about areas of concern.”Meet Ms. Katherine Parker, a special education teacher, liaison, and Algebra II co-teacher here at GNBVT. Ms. Parker is...
Faces of GNBVT: Margaret Thurbide
“Everyone is an individual, so I try to listen to what each student needs to be their very best.”Meet Mrs. Margaret Thurbide, a Guidance Department Coordinator at GNB Voc-Tech. This is Mrs. Thurbide’s first year of being a Guidance Department Coordinator; she has been...
Faces of GNBVT: Matthew Grieve
“I have met so many wonderful people over the years.”Meet Mr. Matthew Grieve, the Engineering Related teacher here at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. Mr. Grieve has been working at GNBVT for 18 years. He was originally a teacher at Roosevelt Middle School, a local...
Faces of GNBVT: Matthew Rodriguez
“The key to success, is adapting to any situation you face in life.”Meet Mr. Matthew Rodriguez, an English teacher here at Greater New Bedford Voc-Tech. Mr. Rodriguez has been teaching for 2 years, beginning his journey at Durfee High School. His mother, who is his...