Greater Lowell Tech Students Collaborate with NASA on High-Altitude Balloon Project

Overview: At the recent Greater Lowell Technical School Committee meeting, the spotlight was on students from the engineering technology program who collaborated with NASA on an innovative high-altitude balloon project. The project, part of NASA’s Maxi IQ HAB initiative, provided students with the unique opportunity to design and launch sensor payloads to collect data in near-space conditions.

Greater Lowell Technical School Grapples with State-Mandated Admissions Overhaul

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Greater Lowell Technical School Committee delved into changes to its admissions policy, prompted by new state mandates. The discussion centered around implementing a lottery system for student admissions, with options for either a weighted or a blind lottery. Additionally, updates on grants, new programs, and personnel changes were presented, alongside policy revisions for cooperative education and student medication administration.

Greater Lowell Technical School Committee Celebrates Top Students and New Grant for Scholarships

Overview: The Greater Lowell Technical School Committee meeting was marked by the recognition of the top students of the class of 2025 and the acceptance of a $20,000 grant from the Gan Hos Foundation to support scholarships in CNC technology training. Key discussions also included cooperative education participation, approval for out-of-state student travel, and revisions to the student handbook.

Greater Lowell Technical School Committee Opposes New Lottery System for Admissions

Overview: The Greater Lowell Technical School Committee meeting was dominated by discussions around a proposed lottery-based admissions system for vocational schools, a plan suggested by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). The committee voiced strong opposition to the proposal, citing concerns that it could undermine the standards of attendance, discipline, and student interest in vocational training. The meeting also included recognition of student achievements, approval of grants and donations, and financial deliberations.

Greater Lowell Technical School Committee Reviews Budget amidst New Competency Requirements and Title IX Updates

Overview: The Greater Lowell Technical School Committee convened to address several topics, including the proposed budget for FY 26, new competency determination requirements following the elimination of the MCAS graduation requirement, and updates to the Title IX policy due to federal statute changes. The meeting also highlighted student achievements and discussed an upcoming professional development conference for school leadership in California.