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Library https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/library Library and Media Center Drivers Ed Ebooks via SORA Gale Resources Helpful Videos My School Bucks Our Library Collection Young Adult Book Review Librarian Leslie Skantz-Hodgson lskantzhodgson@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3476 The library is open from 7:35 until 3:00 each school day. We have been adding hundreds of new titles in fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, and poetry. We welcome suggestions of titles to purchase. Stop by and check us out The SVAHS library, in partnership with Driving-Tests.org, is pleased to offer FREE permit practice tests. These tests, for automobile, motorcycle, and CDL (Commercial Drivers License), along with the handbook for each and a list of frequently asked questions, are available by clicking on the "Drivers Ed" link to the left. MassHire Franklin Hampshire Career Center: This site lists current job openings and provides employment and training services at no charge to job seekers and employers in Franklin County, Hampshire County, and the North Quabbin area. https://www.masshirefhcareers.org/ Free SAT tutorials, practice, and strategies through Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat

Seal of Biliteracy https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/seal-of-biliteracy Seal of Biliteracy About Seal of Biliteracy Seal of Biliteracy Interest Form What is intermediate High Proficiency Students at Smith Vocational have diverse skills and talents and for many, that includes the career readiness skill of multilingualism. Smith Vocational is proud to award all qualifying graduates with the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy . “The State Seal of Biliteracy is an award provided by state approved districts that recognizes high school graduates who attain high functional and academic levels of proficiency in English and a world language in recognition of having studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. Our vision is to help students recognize the value of their academic success and see the tangible benefits of being bilingual. The State Seal of Biliteracy takes the form of a seal that appears on the transcript or diploma of the graduating senior and is a statement of accomplishment for future employers and for college admissions.” - DESE To qualify for the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy, a junior or senior student must show their English proficiency by earning a Proficient or Advanced score on the 10th grade ELA MCAS and also fulfill all of the graduation requirements of Smith Vocational & Agricultural High School. In a partner language, students will take a district approved assessment to show at least an Intermediate High level [1] of proficiency, as defined by ACTFL. This testing will be done during the school day and the cost is currently covered by Smith Vocational.* Students may test in any language and need to show proficiency in all four domains: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students must speak and write, for example, if both exist in the partner language. Smith Vocational values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students and encourages life-long learning of languages and cultures here at our school, at home, and in the community. If you have any questions, please contact Michael Parks ( mparks@smithtec.org ) or Aaron Mendelsohn ( amendelsohn@smithtec.org ). *Subject to grant funding and approval

electrical Electrical Client and Student Expectations Ray Racine rracine@smithtec.org Chris Kelly ckelly@smithtec.org Paul Chandler pchandler@smithtec.org Jesse Camp jcamp@smithtec.org 413-586-1312 Avenida de la arboleda de la primavera 248 Areas of instruction include residential, commercial, and industrial wiring, using the common wiring methods, motor-generator construction, design, repair, and operation, mechanical and electronic controls, test equipment and safe testing procedures. The industrial type work area includes equipment for instruction in electromechanical systems, electrical maintenance, industrial electronic circuits, robotics and equipment repair.

Business Office https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/business Business Office School Business Administrator - Crystal Fairman cfairman@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3436 Office Manager - Kate Klaes kklaes@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3409 Payroll and Benefits Coordinator - Kristin Sadlowski ksadlowski@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3437 Business Office Clerk - Virginia Perez vperez@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3583 Business Office Hours: 7 am - 3 pm Monday-Friday Fax: 1-413-587-1405 Human Resources Links Benefits Forms & Information Budgets COVID-19 Employee Information Collective Bargaining Agreements Conflict of Interest Employee Assistance Program Employee Self Service Information FMLA Fingerprinting Information New Employee Packets Payroll Forms Policies Business Office Forms Budget Request Form ESSER 3 - Use of Funds Plan Purchase Order Form Student Activity/Fundraiser Form Trust Fund Reports Tuition Rate Vendor Bids

Plumbing https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/plumbing Plumbing Client and Student Expectations Scott Paterson spaterson@smithtec.org Armand Lamour alamour@smithtec.org Adam Poplaski apoplaski@smithtec.org The Plumbing and Basic Hydronic program provides students with the skills to install and repair a variety of piping systems, including heating and gas piping. The program of instruction encompasses related classroom instruction in math, science and plumbing/gas code. Students install drainage, waste, and vent systems as well as potable water and some heating systems. Residential and commercial piping systems are addressed. Work areas are equipped with modern boilers, water heating equipment and plumbing fixtures in a shop which has a two story mock-up wood frame dwelling. The Plumbing and Basic Hydronic program provide students with the skills to install and repair a variety of piping systems, including heating and gas piping. The program of instruction encompasses related classroom instruction in math, science, and plumbing/gas code. Students install drainage, waste, and vent systems as well as potable water and some heating systems. Residential and commercial piping systems are addressed. Work areas are equipped with modern boilers, water heating equipment, and plumbing fixtures in a shop that has a two-story mock-up wood frame dwelling. Industry Recognized Credential OSHA 30 330 theory hours for the journeyman 1675 work-related hours for journeyman license Hotworks CSST Mega Press

School Nutrition https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/school-nutrition School Nutrition Food Service Director - Heather Bouley hbouley@smithtec.org 1-413-587-1414 x3456 Helpful Documents MySchool Bucks School Lunch Menu

Horticulture/Forestry https://smithtecadmin.wixsite.com/website/es/horticultureforestry Horticulture/Forestry Client and Student Expectations El programa Molino, ebanistería y carpintería doméstica brinda a los estudiantes el conocimiento y las habilidades para el empleo en los oficios residenciales, comerciales o industriales de la actualidad. Los estudiantes aprenden los procedimientos operativos seguros y adecuados de las herramientas manuales y eléctricas básicas, incluidas las herramientas técnicas más nuevas en el laboratorio o en proyectos de construcción en el lugar de trabajo. Los estudiantes también aprenderán los fundamentos del trabajo manual, la carpintería en bruto y de acabado, incluido el enmarcado completo de la casa, la colocación de tejas y las aplicaciones interiores y exteriores. Los juniors y seniors también pueden prepararse para carreras en las áreas de pintura, decoración y acabados. La experiencia práctica está disponible para los estudiantes en un taller industrial moderno y bien equipado, así como el trabajo en el sitio en el programa de construcción de viviendas. Los estudios en el aula incluidos en este programa son ciencias comerciales, lectura de planos, diseño asistido por computadora, estimación, matemáticas comerciales, dibujo arquitectónico, materiales de construcción y códigos de construcción. 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. 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)

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.

Cooperative Employment Coop co-op https://www.smithtec.org/co-op Co-Op Cooperative Employment Time Sheet District's Cooperative Employment Policy Jeff Lareau, Co-op Coordinator x3450 Leslie Skantz-Hodgson The Cooperative Work Employment program at Smith Vocational functions within the scheduled program of instruction at the school. Students who qualify can participate in the cooperative work program during their shop week, alternating a week of employment with a week in academic classes. Co-op students earn wages while gaining valuable work experience. Offered to juniors and seniors, the cooperative work experience can serve as a reward to students who excel in both shop and academics and demonstrate a positive attitude in attendance and behavior. Cooperative work experience can also serve as an incentive tool to initiate within the students a desire to achieve a good scholastic average, show the value of good attendance, and demonstrate the benefits of good citizenship in both school and industry. Employment experience is matched as closely as possible to the needs of each student. 1-413-587-1414 x3476 The Cooperative Work program serves a variety of purposes: 1. Augmenting the school curriculum in increasing the skill level of the student. 2. Providing additional social advancement in a work-place atmosphere. 3. Providing a wider variety of trade experiences than are available in the student's chosen shop. 4. Providing a different instructional atmosphere than is available in the traditional school shop program. The Guidance Counselor and the Co-op Coordinator work with our cooperative employers to evaluate students. The evaluation uses Work-based Learning Plans to ensure that we are preparing students for the full range of skills needed in 21st century workplaces. "One of my favorite things about Smith School is the Co-op program because I can make money and get experience while earning credits toward graduation."