Special Education https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/special-education Special Education Association for Autism and Neurodiversity Center for Parents Information and Resources Center for Parents Information and Resources Consortium on Leadership and Disability Encuesta de la Reunion del IEP Federation for Children w/Special Needs Got Transition IEP Meeting Survey NTACT PACER Phone Number (413)587-1414 ext. 3402 Patrocinado por: Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School provides a comprehensive system of services to support student needs and ensure meaningful benefit is received from their academic and vocational experiences. All of the following services are articulated within a student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and are determined by the IEP Team. The following is a list of the services provided: Consultation Service: This service provides indirect student support through consultation to teachers and/or other staff from a specialist and/or expert in the area of the disability. This service could be a meeting, phone call, or other form of communication between a specialist and a provider/teacher when a student’s disability is such that it requires more specialized support, training or ongoing monitoring by an expert in the disability area. This service can accompany a direct service. Academic Support: This service is usually implemented by a shared para-professional (overseen by a classroom teacher or special education teacher). It occurs in the regular classroom setting or other setting where it is needed. Academic support provides students with significant disabilities support through the implementation of non-standard accommodations (or accommodations that would not be reasonable for a classroom teacher to implement with a full classroom of students). Calle Langosta 80 Northampton This service is implemented by a special education teacher and/or para-professional overseen by a special education teacher. This service provides students with direct instruction in the goal areas identified in the IEP. Focus areas include but are not limited to: • Reading comprehension • Math • Writing • Study • Organization • Note-taking • Test-taking • Problem – solving • Compensatory strategies such as assistive technology • Time management This service is a pull out service. Students who typically qualify for this service include those whose disabilities manifest across most if not all settings and curriculum areas. _cc781905 -5cde-3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ _cc781905-5cde -3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ _cc781905-5cde-3194 -bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ _cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b -136bad5cf58d_ _cc781905-5 cde-3194-bb3b-136bad5cf58d_ Senior Transition Seminar: This service is provided by a special education teacher and/or para-professional overseen by a special education teacher. This service provides students with direct instruction in the areas identified in the IEP that are beyond the regular curriculum areas and involve greater focus on skills related to independent living and post-secondary transition. Focus areas include but are not limited to: • Employability • Independent Living Skills • Decision-making • Resourcefulness • Self-advocacy • Goal-setting • Community Involvement • Adult Agencies and Services • Consumer Math • Transportation • Citizenship and Social Responsibility (legal focus) • Personal Finance Literacy • Assistive Technology • Health and Wellbeing This is a pull out service. Students who typically qualify for this service are students who fall in the 12th percentile or lower on standardized measures in the area of adaptive or independent living skills. 9th and 10th Grade Math Strategies: This service is implemented by a special education and/or para-professional overseen by a special education teacher. This service provides direct math instruction to students who have significant weaknesses in the area of math, especially in number sense and math calculation. This service is a pull out service but is supplemental to the regular math class. Students who typically qualify for this service are students who fall in the 12th percentile or lower on achievements measure in the area of math (particularly math calculation and fluency). Developmental Language Arts: This service is provided by a reading specialist/licensed English teacher. This service provides students with direct instruction in the areas identified in the IEP with a primary focus being on improving reading decoding and fluency skills leading to increased comprehension and understanding of complex texts. This is a service that takes the place of the regular English class and students do receive credit towards graduation that meets the four year English requirement. Students who typically qualify for this service are students who fall in the 12th percentile or lower on achievement measures in the area of reading (particularly decoding or fluency). Counseling: School adjustment counseling is designed to offer support and direct instruction to students regarding school adjustment issues or issues that impact their ability to access and progress within the regular education program. The direct instruction includes strategies to improve functional school skills despite barriers that may be impacting their success in school. Issues focused on may include self-esteem, attention, anxiety, peer relations, social navigation, behavior, etc. This service usually goes hand in hand with outside counseling. Collaboration between outside agencies, home and school for these students is imperative to their success. Students who typically qualify for this service are student who demonstrate characteristics of social/emotional disturbance, students who lack in social pragmatic skills, students whose behavior is impeding on their ability to participate in school and students with anxiety and/or chronic attendance issues. Social Skills Group: This service includes direct instruction by either a school adjustment counselor or speech language pathologist (or both). The premise of this service is to provide students with a small group structured opportunity to learn and apply appropriate social skills. Students who typically qualify for this service are students who have been identified as having significant difficulties in the social arena and lack age appropriate skills needed to navigate social interactions, impacting their ability to make social progress in school. Related services such as speech, physical and occupational therapy, are available where need is indicated in the Individualized Education Plan. A transitional special education team meeting takes place at the sending school for all incoming students. A Smith school representative participates in the meeting to help plan services for students entering Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School. Ellie Wilson, Team Chair Jess Moulton, Special Education Teacher Stephanie Whitley, Special Education Teacher Kyle Kretzer, Special Education Teacher Kristen Keane, Special Education Teacher Dr. Jane Riley, School Psychologist Suzanne Warren, Speech and Language Pathologist If you have concerns regarding your child’s IEP please contact the special education liaison. If you have questions or concerns regarding the special education process, testing, or would like to discuss referral for a special education evaluation, please contact Student and Career Services at (413)587-1414 ext. 3402. *All special education programs and services are determined by the IEP team; students cannot select into these courses during the course selection process. Rebecca Wanczyk, Director of Student Services (413)587-1414 ext. 3402

Horticulture/Forestry https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/horticultureforestry Horticulture/Forestry Client and Student Expectations The Horticulture/Forestry program provides students with training in all areas of arboriculture, landscaping, and the horticulture industry. Students learn landscape design, construction, and maintenance, heavy equipment operations, tree care, nursery and greenhouse production, turf management, and golf course and park recreational area maintenance. Students gain experience in the use of chain saws, tractors, heavy equipment, small engines, and hand tools. Work sites are located at the school's off-campus forest, in the greenhouses, and on the grounds of the school. The program also prepares students to take tests for their Commercial Drivers License, Pesticide Application License, Hoisting Operator's License and Timber Harvesting License. Stockbridge School of Agriculture at UMass Amherst grants 3 academic credits to graduates of the Smith Tech Horticulture/Forestry program who are accepted to Stockbridge. Industry Recognized Credential OSHA 10 American Heart Association CPR/Aid Timber Harvesting License CDL (Must be 18 to test) Hoisting (Must be 18) Pesticides (Must be 18 to test) Special thanks to SMMA for providing the photos featured below.

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FAQs https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/ace-faq Adult Community Education (ACE) and Workforce Training Smith Adult Community Education (ACE) provides lifelong learners with opportunities to develop hands-on skills and knowledge for employment or just for the fun of it. Instructors are professionals and work as artisans, business owners, educators and masters of their trade. Their enthusiasm is contagious as they share their expertise teaching evening and weekend classes and technical workshops. Catalog Click here to view our latest Adult Community Education Catalog Calendar Click here to view our Adult Community Education Calendar Registration Want to register for a class? Click here to start your future! Contact Us We are always here for you. Click here to contact us. FAQs Got questions? Check out the FAQ! Teach For Us Interested in becoming an instructor? FAQs How do I know if my class is canceled? Occasionally due to unforeseen circumstances, Smith Vocational Adult Community Education must cancel a class. Canceled classes are made up (same day of week and time) by extending the finish date of the course unless other arrangements are made between the instructor and the class and approved by the director. When day school is canceled due to snow conditions or other weather or emergency events, evening classes are also canceled. Look for the Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School cancellation notices on the following stations: WWLP-TV Springfield Channel 22 and WGGB-TV Springfield Channel 40 . In the event day classes are not canceled and the weather worsens, if a decision to cancel evening classes is made, it will be relayed to the same stations by 4 pm. (If evening classes are going to be held as usual, there will be no notice). 1. All tuition for a course must be paid in full prior to the start date of the course. 2. If a class is canceled for any reason by Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School all monies collected up to that point shall be fully refunded. eliminar los prejuicios raciales, culturales y de género inspirarlos a esforzarse por alcanzar su máximo potencial Lorena Turner jbianca@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3403 lturner@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3530 Classes M-Th 4pm-10pm Fall and Spring Sessions 80 Locust Street

Counseling https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/counseling School Adjustment Counseling Student Services Office Phone Number (413) 587-1414 x. 3402 Tom Moore, School Adjustment Counselor, (413) 587-1414 x. 3419, tmooore@smithtec.org Lisa Perry, School Adjustment Counselor, (413) 587-1414, x.3418, lperry@smithtec.org Jane Riley, School Psychologist, (413) 587-1414, x. 3441, jriley@smithtec.org Rebecca Wanczyk, Director of Student Services (413)587-1414 ext. 3402 rwanczyk@smithtec.org SVAHS has two full time school adjustment counselors. School adjustment counselors provide counseling to students who have social/emotional issues that directly impact their ability to learn or function within the school community. Counseling may include direct instruction on coping strategies, self-regulation, behavior intervention, etc. Counseling may be delivered via regular education or through an Individualized Education Plan (special education). SVAHS has a school psychologist. The school psychologist provides psychoeducational evaluations and consultation for students on Individual Education Plans (IEP). If you have further questions regarding School Adjustment Counseling, would like to refer a child for counseling, or questions about other services at SVAHS, please contact Student Services at (413) 587-1414 ext. 3402. Counseling Agencies Clinical & Support Options Clinical & Support Options Clinical & Support Options Outpatient Services Substance abuse, adult and adolescent mental health, & home based services. Locations listed below: Franklin County- 1 Arch Place, Greenfield, (413) 774-1000 Berkshire County- 877 South St., Suite 200, Pittsfield (413) 236-5656 Hampshire County- 8 Atwood Drive, Suite 201, Northampton (413) 582-0471 Hampden County- 1 Federal St., Building 102, Springfield (413) 737-9544 North Quabbin- 491 Main St., Athol (978) 249-9490 Worcester County- 205 School St., Gardner, MA (978) 632-9400 CHD Outpatient Behavioral Services Center for Human Development CHD Outpatient Behavioral Services outpatient mental health services, addiction services, community services 1-844-243-4357 (413)CHD-HELP) call for intake below are their locations: 494 Appleton Street, Holyoke 367 Pine St., Springfield 622 State St., Springfield 179 Northampton St., Easthampton 131 W est Main Street, Orange 2 South St., Ware, MA 102 Main St., Greenfield 1109 Granby Rd., Chicopee 246 Park St., West Springfield Service Net Service Net Service Net outpatient mental health services, addiction services, community services Call 413-584-6855 to speak with someone to set up therapy below are the locations: 50 Pleasant St., Northampton 400 Amity St., Amherst 139 North St., Pittsfield 55 Federal St., Greenfield 98 Lower Westfield Rd., Holyoke Behavioral Health Network BHN Behavioral Health Network (BHN)outpatient mental health services, addiction services, community services Call (413)301-9355 to schedule an appointment Locations: Ware, Springfield, Northampton, Agawam, Holyoke and Westfield Crisis Services Clinical and Support Options (CSO) Franklin County 1 Arch Place, Greenfield, MA (800) 562-0112 or (413) 774-5411 Serving the towns of: Ashfield, Athol, Bernardston, Buckland, Charlemont, Colrain, Conway, Deerfield, Erving, Gill, Greenfield, Hawley, Heath, Leverett, Leyden, Millers Falls, Montague, New Salem, Northfield, Orange, Petersham, Phillipston, Rowe, Royalston, Shelburne, Shutesbury, Sunderland, Turners Falls, Warwick, Wendell, and Whately North Quabbin/Athol 2033 Main Street, Athol, MA (800)562-0112 or (978)-249-3141 Serving the towns of: Ashfield, Athol, Bernardston, Buckland, Charlemont, Colrain, Conway, Deerfield, Erving, Gill, Greenfield, Hawley, Heath, Leverett, Leyden, Millers Falls, Montague, New Salem, Northfield, Orange, Petersham, Phillipston, Rowe, Royalston, Shelburne, Shutesbury, Sunderland, Turners Falls, Warwick, Wendell, and Whately Hampshire County/Northampton- 8 Atwood Drive, Northampton, MA (800) 562-0112 or (413) 586-5555 Serving the towns of: Amherst, Chesterfield, Cummington, Easthampton, Florence, Goshen, Hadley, Hatfield, Middlefield, Northampton, Pelham, Plainfield, Westhampton, Williamsburg, and Worthington Greater Gardner/North County 205 School St., Gardner, MA (800) 562-0112 or (978) 488-8888 Serving the towns of: Ashburnham, Gardner, Hubbardston, Templeton, Westminster, and Winchendon Behavioral Health Network (BHN) 417 Liberty Street, Springfield, 1-800-437-5922 and 77 Mill St., Westfield 1-800-437-5922 Serving the towns of: Agawam, Blandford, Chester, East Longmeadow, Granville, Hampden, Huntington, Indian Orchard, Longmeadow, Montgomery, Russell, Southwick, Springfield, Tolland, Westfield, West Springfield, and Wilbraham Center for Human Development (CHD) 1109 Granby Rd., Chicopee, MA (833) 243-8255 Serving the towns of: Belchertown, Bondsville, Chicopee, Granby, Holyoke, Ludlow, Monson, Palmer, South Hadley, Southampton, Thorndike, Three Rivers, and Ware The Brien Center 334 Fenn St., Pittsfield, MA (800) 252-0227 Serving the towns of: Adams, Alford, Becket, Cheshire, Clarksburg, Dalton, Egrement, Florida, Great Barrington, Hancock, Hinsdale, Lanesboro, Lee, Lenox, Monroe, Monterey, Mount Washington, New Ashford, New Marlboro, North Adams, Otis, Peru, Pittsfield, Richmond, Sandisfield, Savoy, Sheffield, Stockbridge, Tyringham, Washington, West Stockbridge, Williamstown, and Windsor LGBTQ+ Resources Trans Health Northampton PFLAG Franklin/Hampshire Ch. Rainbow Times Safe Passage Stonewall Center - UMASS GLSEN - MA Chapter Eating Disorders Walden Behavioral Care BMC Adolescent Medicine Rape and Dating Violence Resources National Sexual Assault Hotline – (800)656-4673 National Domestic Assault Hotline: (800)799-7233 Center for Women and Community 24 Hour Hotline (413) 545-0800 Suicide/Behavioral Health Helpline Massachusetts Behavioral Health Hotline, call or text 833-773-2445 Connects individuals and families to the full range of comprehensive treatment services for mental health and addiction services offered in the Commonwealth, including outpatient, urgent, and immediate crisis intervention. This involves providing real time, live clinical triage and service navigation in multiple languages 24/7, and collaborating with existing statewide services. Health Services Tapestry Health Food Resources Tapestry Health Survival Center (food and clothing) Locations listed below: Northampton 265 Prospect St., Northampton, MA (413) 586-6564 Amherst 139 Sunderland Rd., (413) 549-3968

Join our Parent Advisory Council (PAC) at 80 Locust Street, Northampton, MA, USA. Get involved in shaping your child's education and school community. Parent Advisory Council (PAC) MassPAC Fed for Child. w/Spe Needs SVAHS currently has an approved DESE compliance waiver due to low interest in a formal Parent Advisory Council. In place of a formal PAC, SVAHS invites all parents to a series of parent workshops throughout the school year. December 4th, 2018: *FAFSA and College Transition Night*: Join Smith Vocational guidance and special education departments in a night filled with information about the transition to college, from financial aid to adult agency assistance to student service options at the college level. Representatives from Holyoke Community College (HCC) as well as the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) will be in attendance as well. The night is sure to be informative for all parents and students looking to inform themselves of college options and transition support. Dates will be finalized as soon as possible and separate notifications will be communicated via our One Call system or parent letter. If you have an interest in participating in a formal Parent Advisory Council, please contact Rebecca Wanczyk, Director of Student Services at (413)587-1414 ext. 3402.

PTO https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/pto PTO Título IWelcome to Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School from the PTO! We are a vibrant group of parents, who gather a few times a year, to plan events that support our school and teachers. We want your thoughts and ideas. Time commitment is as little or as much as you want. In the past years, our main events have been providing food and baked goods for the Vendor Craft Fair in November, providing breakfast for the spring Plant & Garden Sale and making a delicious Staff Appreciation Brunch for the 115+ faculty and staff at the end of the school year. Los servicios financiados por el Título I en SVAHS incluyen la financiación de nuestro programa extracurricular, apoyo adicional de paraprofesionales en muchas aulas académicas, instrucción de aprendizaje del idioma inglés (ELL), tecnología educativa, materiales y suministros para el aula y desarrollo profesional. So, if you would like to help out with any of these events for this coming school year, please contact PTO member Tammy Walunas (413) 246-9849 tamwalunas@gmail.com or PTO@smithtec.org El Programa de Manufactura Avanzada en Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School está diseñado para enseñar a todos los estudiantes las habilidades requeridas para una carrera de por vida en el campo diverso y tecnológico de la metalurgia a través del uso de varias máquinas herramienta. El extenso programa de 4 años brinda a los estudiantes un conocimiento básico de la metalurgia, la teoría de la fabricación ajustada y oportunidades profesionales en el campo, al tiempo que brinda un conocimiento integral de las operaciones de máquinas herramienta, medición de precisión, operación de control CNC, modelado sólido 3D (CAD) y computadora. procedimientos de fabricación asistida (CAM). Los estudiantes reciben capacitación en las aplicaciones eficientes relacionadas con la creación de diseños, las mejores prácticas de fabricación, las operaciones de precisión y las técnicas de acabado, llevando las ideas de diseño desde la creación hasta el prototipo y los productos fabricados. Siempre que sea posible, los modelos 3D y los objetos manipulables se utilizan para un entorno de aprendizaje práctico y visual/espacial, mediante el uso de software, impresión 3D y piezas mecanizadas. Smith Voc’s PTO phone # is (413) 587-1414 ext. 3584. MEETING INFORMATION: There is an after-school PTO meeting this Wednesday, Oct 19th at 2:30 in the Library. Childcare and snacks will be provided. Zoom link for those that want to join in that way. Next month is going to be very busy with the Craft Vendor Fair. We will be looking for bake sale donations along with volunteers to work shifts that Sunday. This is a great way for students to get their community service hours in. Join Zoom Meeting https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82508247195?pwd=aFlEVlo4NlhOZkFkRENTVzJxcFhmdz09 Please email Tammy Walunas for Meeting ID and Passcode tamwalunas@gmail.com ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Next meetings: - November 9th at 2:30pm in Library - November 16th at 6:30pm in Guidance C.R. - November 18th at 2:30pm in Oliver Smith Restaurant - prep work - November 20th from 8am-3pm in Oliver Smith Restaurant for Craft Fair - December 7th at 6:30pm in Guidance C.R. - December 20th at 2:30pm in Library - January 18th at 6:30pm - February 8th at 2:30pm - March 15th at 6:30pm - April 12th at 2:30pm - May 10th at 6:30pm - May 13th from 8am-2pm in tent by Plant & Garden Sale - May Appreciation Breakfast - June Staff Appreciation Luncheon (last day of school) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Annual Holiday Craft Fair Sponsored by: The Smith Vocational & Agricultural High School Health Technology Department 80 Locust Street Northampton 2022 Application

Activities https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/activities Activities In addition to the following activites we also offer Student Govt , Ski Club & Game Club . Click For NHS Candidate Application Forms FFA is a dynamic youth organization within agricultural education. FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. Members have the opportunity to participate in career development events, competing for both individual and chapter awards. Members earn degrees which are based on participation and achievements. The Smith FFA Chapter enrollment is open to students of the Forestry/Horticulture and Agriculture Departments. Skills-USA is a student run organization that promotes leadership and employability skills. Students have an opportunity to learn about workplace expectations, social etiquette and total quality management. Students also have the opportunity to compete in area-wide competition in their specific trade skill focus. This competition extends through the state and nation. Some national winners go on to compete on the international level. JABOP (Just a Bunch of People) is Smith Voc´s Gay/Straight Alliance. This organization creates a safe atmosphere for all students regardless of their sexual orientation. We arejust a bunch of people committed to educating the school community about gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth, and creating a safe learning environment for all students. We meet after school on Wednesdays during the 9/11 academic weeks. We also have informal meetings on Wednesday mornings during the 10/12 academic weeks. All GLBT friendly folks are welcome! Click for Yearbook information Yearbook Senior Photo Specifications Please adhere to the following photo specs for senior portraits: ·Color portraits only. ·Portraits must be vertical. If you submit a horizontal photo, it will not fit our vertical template. ·Digital images must be a minimum 1 MB file size for optimal clarity and at a resolution of 300dpi or greater. ·All files must be jpg. file. We will also accept an original copy of a senior portrait and we will scan it. However, a digital file is preferred for optimal clarity. Portraits deemed unacceptable by the yearbook staff will not be used and you will be contacted for a replacement.

Culinary Arts https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/culinary-arts Culinary Arts The Culinary Arts program is designed to provide students with the various skills necessary for employment in the food service industry. In a modern, fully equipped kitchen laboratory, students receive instruction in commercial cooking, baking, meat preparation, and food service sanitation. In the guest dining area, table setting, service and artistic food displays are practiced. The classroom studies include pricing, selecting, and purchasing. Sound management and business practices related to this industry are also explored. Students have an opportunity to earn certifications in, ServSafe, ProStart, ManageFirst, OSHA 10, FDRP, and Allergen Awareness. The Culinary Arts Department operates a student-run restaurant three days a week. We are open Wednesdays through Fridays 10:45am to 12:30pm offering a complete menu service. Our menus change weekly, so keep up with our students' delicious creations by visiting our website frequently or by calling us. We accept reservations for parties of five or more and are always willing to accept bakery orders that fit into our production schedule. All questions can be asked at our restaurant or by phone at 413-587-1432. Acceptable forms of payment include: Cash All credit cards Personal Checks are accepted for bakery orders only. Industry Recognized Credential ServSafe Choking Awareness Mass Allergen Federation of Dining Room Apprentice ProStart Manage First Restaurant Hours & Menu Online Orders Client and Student Expectations

Cabinet Making https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/cabinet-making Cabinet Making Scott Miller smiller@smithtec.org Client and Student Expectations The Cabinetmaking Program offered here at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School is designed to equip all students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in a variety of woodworking fields. This four year program gives comprehensive knowledge in the technical and industrial field of cabinetmaking and millwork, and takes the student from a basic understanding of wood properties and woodworking tools, to the design and fabrication of kitchen cabinets and furniture. Along the way students will be taught the fundamentals and basic principles of mathematics. Science, and English as it relates to cabinetmaking. The curriculum is aligned with the MA DESE CVTE 2013 frameworks. Throughout every phase of instruction, deliberate effort is made to acquaint students with working conditions that they may expect to find in the industry. Safety practices are stressed at all times. Skills Taught Cabinet joinery Computer Aided Design Counter top construction Estimating Hand tool usage Kitchen Cabinet Construction Career Opportunities Antique furniture repair Architectural Mill Worker Architectural Model Builder Cabinet Maker Corian/ Solid surface Entrepreneur Finish Carpenter Remodeling