🏓 A‑Week Pickleball Champions! 🏆
Huge congratulations to our Pickleball Tournament winners in Physical Education this week! These students brought the energy, the teamwork, and some seriously impressive rallies.
Pickleball has quickly become a fan favorite in PE — proof that physical education can be fun, competitive, and a great way to stay active. Whether you’re smashing, serving, or just learning the game, there’s something in it for everyone.
Shoutout to all the participants for making this week’s tournament such a hit. Stay tuned for more PE highlights coming your way! 💪
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Huge congratulations to our Pickleball Tournament winners in Physical Education this week! These students brought the energy, the teamwork, and some seriously impressive rallies.
Pickleball has quickly become a fan favorite in PE — proof that physical education can be fun, competitive, and a great way to stay active. Whether you’re smashing, serving, or just learning the game, there’s something in it for everyone.
Shoutout to all the participants for making this week’s tournament such a hit. Stay tuned for more PE highlights coming your way! 💪
#WorkHardTodayCounts
🌟 ALUMNI ALL‑STAR SPOTLIGHT: Connor Capobianco ’18 🌟
Meet Connor, a proud Tri‑County graduate from the Auto Collision Repair program who’s taken his hands‑on skills all the way into the world of engineering and defense innovation. After graduating, Connor attended UMass Lowell, earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2022.
🚀 Where He Is Now
Connor is currently a Mechanical Engineer at Textron Systems in Wilmington, MA, contributing to military and defense projects for the Army and Air Force. His work blends advanced engineering with the practical, real‑world skills he first developed at Tri‑County.
🏒 Favorite TC Memory
Connor’s standout moment was his senior hockey game — a night filled with overwhelming love and support from family and friends. It’s a memory he still carries with him.
🛠️ How Tri‑County Shaped His Path
Connor credits his vocational experience for giving him a major advantage:
“Engineering isn’t just sitting behind a computer — it’s understanding tools, materials, and how things are built. Tri‑County gave me a huge leg up in manufacturing and production knowledge.”
One project that made a lasting impact was his senior project, where he built a utility trailer from the ground up. From MIG welding to material selection and structural design, the experience strengthened his skills and boosted his résumé.
💡 Connor’s Advice to Current Students
“Never doubt yourself. When you put your mind to something and give it your best, you’ll be surprised at what you can accomplish.”
🔩 Skills That Still Matter Today
From documentation and customer interaction to welding, bonding, safety, and material properties — the skills Connor learned in Auto Collision Repair continue to support his success as an engineer.
We are proud of you Connor! Real skills. Real stories. Real success. That’s CTE!
#WorkHardTodayCounts #CTEMonth
Meet Connor, a proud Tri‑County graduate from the Auto Collision Repair program who’s taken his hands‑on skills all the way into the world of engineering and defense innovation. After graduating, Connor attended UMass Lowell, earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2022.
🚀 Where He Is Now
Connor is currently a Mechanical Engineer at Textron Systems in Wilmington, MA, contributing to military and defense projects for the Army and Air Force. His work blends advanced engineering with the practical, real‑world skills he first developed at Tri‑County.
🏒 Favorite TC Memory
Connor’s standout moment was his senior hockey game — a night filled with overwhelming love and support from family and friends. It’s a memory he still carries with him.
🛠️ How Tri‑County Shaped His Path
Connor credits his vocational experience for giving him a major advantage:
“Engineering isn’t just sitting behind a computer — it’s understanding tools, materials, and how things are built. Tri‑County gave me a huge leg up in manufacturing and production knowledge.”
One project that made a lasting impact was his senior project, where he built a utility trailer from the ground up. From MIG welding to material selection and structural design, the experience strengthened his skills and boosted his résumé.
💡 Connor’s Advice to Current Students
“Never doubt yourself. When you put your mind to something and give it your best, you’ll be surprised at what you can accomplish.”
🔩 Skills That Still Matter Today
From documentation and customer interaction to welding, bonding, safety, and material properties — the skills Connor learned in Auto Collision Repair continue to support his success as an engineer.
We are proud of you Connor! Real skills. Real stories. Real success. That’s CTE!
#WorkHardTodayCounts #CTEMonth
February is CTE Month — Career and Technical Education Month! 🎉
All month long, we’re celebrating the incredible hands‑on learning and real‑world skills that our career programs provide. CTE is all about preparing students for success in college, careers, and life, and we’re proud of the amazing opportunities offered right here at Tri‑County! 📚
Throughout February, stay tuned as we highlight the wide range of programs available — from technology and trades to health, business, and creative fields. You’ll get a closer look at what each program offers and how students are building their futures every day 🔧💻🩺🎨
#WorkHardTodayCounts #CTEMonth
All month long, we’re celebrating the incredible hands‑on learning and real‑world skills that our career programs provide. CTE is all about preparing students for success in college, careers, and life, and we’re proud of the amazing opportunities offered right here at Tri‑County! 📚
Throughout February, stay tuned as we highlight the wide range of programs available — from technology and trades to health, business, and creative fields. You’ll get a closer look at what each program offers and how students are building their futures every day 🔧💻🩺🎨
#WorkHardTodayCounts #CTEMonth
There’s never a quiet moment in our Culinary Arts kitchen — and honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way. The clatter of pans, the hum of teamwork, and those incredible aromas drifting through the halls are all part of the magic we get to experience every day.
Yesterday’s highlights? Peanut butter & jelly cookies fresh out of the oven and handmade ravioli crafted with serious skill. From sweet to savory, our students are always creating, always learning, and always keeping the kitchen alive. 🍽️
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Yesterday’s highlights? Peanut butter & jelly cookies fresh out of the oven and handmade ravioli crafted with serious skill. From sweet to savory, our students are always creating, always learning, and always keeping the kitchen alive. 🍽️
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Talkin' TC! 🎙️ New Episode Alert!
Hosted by Kahlil Mateus, we sat down with Congressman Jake Auchincloss for a powerful conversation about the future of vocational‑technical education and why it matters for today’s students and communities. He also gives a behind‑the‑scenes look at life as a member of Congress and shares meaningful advice for students planning their next steps.
An inspiring, insightful episode you won’t want to miss.
🎥 Watch the full conversation at the link below!
https://youtu.be/lzI3AikHXU8
#WorkHardTodayCounts #JakeAuchincloss
@repauchincloss
Hosted by Kahlil Mateus, we sat down with Congressman Jake Auchincloss for a powerful conversation about the future of vocational‑technical education and why it matters for today’s students and communities. He also gives a behind‑the‑scenes look at life as a member of Congress and shares meaningful advice for students planning their next steps.
An inspiring, insightful episode you won’t want to miss.
🎥 Watch the full conversation at the link below!
https://youtu.be/lzI3AikHXU8
#WorkHardTodayCounts #JakeAuchincloss
@repauchincloss
This week in Mrs. Urso’s Entrepreneurship classes, we welcomed Kelly Amato from Liberty Bay Credit Union for a special Lunch & Learn! 🍕💼💵
Students dove into the essentials of funding a business, setting up business accounts, and understanding banking basics. Kelly wrapped up the session by treating everyone to pizza while answering questions and sharing real‑world insights.
A huge thank‑you to Liberty Bay Credit Union for supporting our future entrepreneurs!
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Students dove into the essentials of funding a business, setting up business accounts, and understanding banking basics. Kelly wrapped up the session by treating everyone to pizza while answering questions and sharing real‑world insights.
A huge thank‑you to Liberty Bay Credit Union for supporting our future entrepreneurs!
#WorkHardTodayCounts
The Dental Assisting shop is gearing up for an exciting week! In honor of Oral Health Awareness Month, our sophomores and seniors are preparing to visit Shining Star Preschool in Milford. They will be teaching 163 preschoolers how to brush and floss properly and sharing tips on healthy foods that help build strong teeth. We’re proud of their hard work and can’t wait to see them make a positive impact in the community! 🦷✨
#WorkHardTodayCounts
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Last week in Engineering, our Grade 10 students wrapped up their green building and sustainable architecture assignment before diving into AutoCAD and Revit. Four more students earned their AutoCAD certifications, and others began designing their Dream Houses in Revit!
They also finished their 3D castle puzzles—built from their kindergarten clients’ sketches—and took a field trip to deliver and assemble them at a local elementary school. They even launched straw rockets with their kindergarten partners before stopping at the Braga Bridge on the way back. 🚀🏰
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They also finished their 3D castle puzzles—built from their kindergarten clients’ sketches—and took a field trip to deliver and assemble them at a local elementary school. They even launched straw rockets with their kindergarten partners before stopping at the Braga Bridge on the way back. 🚀🏰
#WorkHardTodayCounts
🛡️ Happy National Data Privacy Day!
Our CIS students don’t just talk about cybersecurity — they live it. Today our juniors are diving into Python programming, building the skills that help protect data, strengthen networks, and keep digital spaces safe. Data privacy matters more than ever, and we’re proud of the future tech professionals who are learning how to safeguard information and solve real‑world security challenges.
Keep coding, keep learning, and keep protecting what matters. 🖥️🔐
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Our CIS students don’t just talk about cybersecurity — they live it. Today our juniors are diving into Python programming, building the skills that help protect data, strengthen networks, and keep digital spaces safe. Data privacy matters more than ever, and we’re proud of the future tech professionals who are learning how to safeguard information and solve real‑world security challenges.
Keep coding, keep learning, and keep protecting what matters. 🖥️🔐
#WorkHardTodayCounts
🔦 Dynamic Duo Spotlight !
We are bringing back one of our favorite features, Dynamic Duos! Featuring siblings here at Tri-County! Today we feature Scott & Annabelle, both thriving in our Graphic Communications program. From color theory to digital design, these two bring their own unique style — but share the same passion for creativity, problem‑solving, and turning ideas into visuals that pop. Here’s to siblings who push each other, support each other, and make our program stronger together.
✨ Keep creating, Scott & Annabelle — the future looks bold and bright.
#WorkHardTodayCounts
🚨 ATTENTION: Due to the poor weather conditions, there will be a 2 HOUR DELAY on TUESDAY, January 27, 2026.
🚨 School Update ⛄
Due to weather conditions, school will be closed tomorrow - MONDAY - January 26, 2026.
Stay warm & stay safe!❄️✨
Due to weather conditions, school will be closed tomorrow - MONDAY - January 26, 2026.
Stay warm & stay safe!❄️✨
🚨UPDATE: In case of a snow day on February 2, 2026 we will host the open house on FEBRUARY 23, 2026, same time blocks!!
🌟 Tri-County Children’s Center: Registration & Open House for 2026–2027 🌟
We’re excited to announce that registration and Open House for the Tri-County Children’s Center preschool program for the 2026–2027 school year will begin on Monday, February 2, 2026.
Appointments to view the preschool will be available by pre-registration at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A8A92CA3FFCF8-61848005-open#/.
Open House will be held on Monday, February 2 from 9:15-9:45 or from 10:15-10:45 a.m. at the Tri-County Regional High School in Franklin at 147 Pond Street.
Families can access applications on the preschool’s website at www.TCChildrensCenter.com or through the Tri-County webpage: https://www.tri-county.us/page/tri-county-childrens-center.
🔧✨ Girls in Plumbing: Changing the Flow
The future of the trades is bold, skilled, and breaking old expectations. More young women are stepping into plumbing and proving every day that talent has no gender.
They’re mastering systems, solving problems, and bringing fresh perspectives that make their industry stronger!
Strong skills. Strong minds. Strong futures.
That’s the pipeline we’re building. 💪🚰
#WorkHardTodayCounts
The future of the trades is bold, skilled, and breaking old expectations. More young women are stepping into plumbing and proving every day that talent has no gender.
They’re mastering systems, solving problems, and bringing fresh perspectives that make their industry stronger!
Strong skills. Strong minds. Strong futures.
That’s the pipeline we’re building. 💪🚰
#WorkHardTodayCounts
⛳️ Tee-Off for Tri-County Golf Tournament!
Registration for our annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser is officially OPEN, and we can’t wait to hit the course with you.
📅 June 5, 2026
📍 Wentworth Hills Country Club — Plainville, MA
⏱️ 12:30 PM Shotgun Start
Whether you're swinging for fun, competition, or community spirit, your participation helps support Tri-County students and programs in a big way.
🏌️♂️ Ready to play?
🏆 Interested in sponsoring?
You can do it all right here:
👉 https://www.tri-county.us/o/tri-county-vocational-tech/page/golf-tournament
Gather your team, secure your spot, and join us for a great day on the green. Let’s make this year’s tournament the best one yet!
Registration for our annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser is officially OPEN, and we can’t wait to hit the course with you.
📅 June 5, 2026
📍 Wentworth Hills Country Club — Plainville, MA
⏱️ 12:30 PM Shotgun Start
Whether you're swinging for fun, competition, or community spirit, your participation helps support Tri-County students and programs in a big way.
🏌️♂️ Ready to play?
🏆 Interested in sponsoring?
You can do it all right here:
👉 https://www.tri-county.us/o/tri-county-vocational-tech/page/golf-tournament
Gather your team, secure your spot, and join us for a great day on the green. Let’s make this year’s tournament the best one yet!
✨ A Strong Start for Our Medical Assisting Freshmen! ✨
Our newest Medical Assisting students kicked off their shop program last week, diving right into the skills and experiences that will shape their future in healthcare.
From learning foundational clinical procedures to practicing professional communication and teamwork, these freshmen are already showing incredible enthusiasm and dedication. Their first week set the tone for an exciting year of hands‑on learning, growth, and discovery.
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Our newest Medical Assisting students kicked off their shop program last week, diving right into the skills and experiences that will shape their future in healthcare.
From learning foundational clinical procedures to practicing professional communication and teamwork, these freshmen are already showing incredible enthusiasm and dedication. Their first week set the tone for an exciting year of hands‑on learning, growth, and discovery.
#WorkHardTodayCounts
✨ Smart Start Summit Success! ✨
Our SkillsUSA freshmen spent the day unlocking their potential at the Smart Start Summit Conference — a program designed to give students the keys to a strong and successful SkillsUSA journey.
From hands‑on workshops to fun, interactive sessions, our newest members explored leadership, teamwork, and the power of career and technical education. They came back energized, inspired, and ready to take on the year with confidence.
We’re so proud of their enthusiasm and can’t wait to see where their SkillsUSA journey takes them next! 🔑
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Our SkillsUSA freshmen spent the day unlocking their potential at the Smart Start Summit Conference — a program designed to give students the keys to a strong and successful SkillsUSA journey.
From hands‑on workshops to fun, interactive sessions, our newest members explored leadership, teamwork, and the power of career and technical education. They came back energized, inspired, and ready to take on the year with confidence.
We’re so proud of their enthusiasm and can’t wait to see where their SkillsUSA journey takes them next! 🔑
#WorkHardTodayCounts
❄️🔥 HVAC&R Freshmen Keeping Their Cool (and Heat!) 🔧🛠️
Our HVAC&R Freshmen students have been putting in serious work — troubleshooting systems, mastering tools, and learning the science behind keeping buildings comfortable year‑round. From refrigeration basics to real‑world diagnostics, they’re building skills that keep the world running.
This crew doesn’t just learn in the classroom — they solve problems, think critically, and get hands‑on every single day. The future of the industry is looking strong, and it’s happening right here in our labs.
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Our HVAC&R Freshmen students have been putting in serious work — troubleshooting systems, mastering tools, and learning the science behind keeping buildings comfortable year‑round. From refrigeration basics to real‑world diagnostics, they’re building skills that keep the world running.
This crew doesn’t just learn in the classroom — they solve problems, think critically, and get hands‑on every single day. The future of the industry is looking strong, and it’s happening right here in our labs.
#WorkHardTodayCounts
🌟 More Co‑Op Students Are Heading Into the Workforce! 🌟
Our co‑op program is growing stronger every week, and we’re excited to share that even more of our students are being placed in real‑world jobs across the region. Watching them step into professional environments — confident, prepared, and eager to learn — is exactly why this program matters.
None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our partner employers. Your trust in our students, your willingness to mentor them, and your commitment to helping them grow make all the difference.
To every business that has opened its doors to a Tri‑County student: thank you. You’re not just offering a job — you’re shaping futures, building skills, and giving young professionals the chance to discover what they’re capable of.
Here’s to more placements, more partnerships, and more success stories ahead.
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Our co‑op program is growing stronger every week, and we’re excited to share that even more of our students are being placed in real‑world jobs across the region. Watching them step into professional environments — confident, prepared, and eager to learn — is exactly why this program matters.
None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our partner employers. Your trust in our students, your willingness to mentor them, and your commitment to helping them grow make all the difference.
To every business that has opened its doors to a Tri‑County student: thank you. You’re not just offering a job — you’re shaping futures, building skills, and giving young professionals the chance to discover what they’re capable of.
Here’s to more placements, more partnerships, and more success stories ahead.
#WorkHardTodayCounts
Games this week! Follow everything TC Athletics at: @tri.county_athletics
MONDAY 1/19
🏃 Indoor Track
10:00 AM MAC 5 vs Bishop Feehan at Wheaton 🎓Senior Day
🤼♀️ Girls Wrestling
9:30 AM Mahar All Girls Tournament
TUESDAY 1/20
🏀 Girls Basketball
JV/V 3:30 5:00 Away at Southeastern
🏀 Boys Basketball
3:30 5:00 6:30 Home vs Upper Cape
WEDNESDAY 1/21
🏒 Girls Hockey
4:00 vs Franklin at Pirelli
🏒 Boys Hockey
6:00 Home vs Diman at Pirelli
🏀 Boys Basketball
3:30 5:00 6:30 Away vs Old Colony
🏀 Girls Basketball
3:30 5:00 Home vs Old Colony
🎓 Senior Night
THURSDAY 1/22
🤼 Wrestling
6:00 Home vs Southeastern
FRIDAY 1/23
🏀 Girls Basketball
3:30 5:00 Away at Blue Hills
🏀 Boys Basketball
3:30 5:00 6:30 Home vs Blue Hills
SATURDAY 1/24
🏃 Indoor Track
10:00 MSTCA Coaches Invite Meet at Reggie
🤼 Wrestling
10:00 Mahar Quad
🏒 Boys Hockey
7:30 Home vs SSVT at Pirelli
🏒 Girls Hockey
4:00 at Mansfield
Good luck to all our student athletes competing this week. See you in the stands 💙🌟
MONDAY 1/19
🏃 Indoor Track
10:00 AM MAC 5 vs Bishop Feehan at Wheaton 🎓Senior Day
🤼♀️ Girls Wrestling
9:30 AM Mahar All Girls Tournament
TUESDAY 1/20
🏀 Girls Basketball
JV/V 3:30 5:00 Away at Southeastern
🏀 Boys Basketball
3:30 5:00 6:30 Home vs Upper Cape
WEDNESDAY 1/21
🏒 Girls Hockey
4:00 vs Franklin at Pirelli
🏒 Boys Hockey
6:00 Home vs Diman at Pirelli
🏀 Boys Basketball
3:30 5:00 6:30 Away vs Old Colony
🏀 Girls Basketball
3:30 5:00 Home vs Old Colony
🎓 Senior Night
THURSDAY 1/22
🤼 Wrestling
6:00 Home vs Southeastern
FRIDAY 1/23
🏀 Girls Basketball
3:30 5:00 Away at Blue Hills
🏀 Boys Basketball
3:30 5:00 6:30 Home vs Blue Hills
SATURDAY 1/24
🏃 Indoor Track
10:00 MSTCA Coaches Invite Meet at Reggie
🤼 Wrestling
10:00 Mahar Quad
🏒 Boys Hockey
7:30 Home vs SSVT at Pirelli
🏒 Girls Hockey
4:00 at Mansfield
Good luck to all our student athletes competing this week. See you in the stands 💙🌟
