🩸 A Heartfelt THANK YOU! 🩸
Our Red Cross Blood Drive, hosted by the incredible Student Council, was a HUGE success! We are deeply grateful to all the students and staff who took the time to donate blood and make a life-saving difference. Your generosity and compassion are truly inspiring. Together, we are stronger and can achieve amazing things!
#RedCross #BloodDrive #WorkHardTodayCounts
🎉 Congratulations to this week's student co-op hires! 🎉
We're beyond thrilled to welcome these talented and skilled individuals to their new roles. Your dedication and hard work have truly paid off, and we can't wait to see the amazing contributions you'll make. 🌟
Are you an employer looking to bring fresh perspectives and innovative talent to your team? Our students are eager and ready to make a difference. Let's work together to build a brighter future! Contact our School-to-Career Director - Freya Messias - messias@tri-county.us!
#StudentSuccess #CoOpHires #SaveTheTrades #WorkHardTodayCounts
Our Dental Assisting students attended the Yankee Dental Conference in Boston today. Yankee Dental is celebrating their 50th year! Students were able to see new equipment and dental products that are up and coming!
#WorkHardTodayCounts #FutureDentalWorkers
Tri-County Preschool Registration!
Registration and Open House for the Tri-County Children’s Center preschool program for 2025– 2026 will begin on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Applications can be found on the preschool’s website, TCChildrensCenter.com.
Appointments to view the preschool will be available by pre-registration using this link Open House will be held on Thursday, February 6 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. Parents will be able to view the laboratory preschool while children engage in developmentally appropriate activities. Attendees must pre-register and bring a valid picture ID to enter our building. For more information, please visit TCChildrensCenter.com.
Placement is limited to residents of the 11 towns within the Tri-County District, Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole and Wrentham. Admission is decided through a lottery system. Registration will be made open to other towns if spaces are not filled by residents within the district.
The random drawing to determine which of the children registered will be enrolled will take place on Tuesday, March 6, 2025. The number of children registered has traditionally far exceeded the number of spaces available so the random drawing was established. Those names not selected in the drawing are placed on a waiting list.
Birth certificates for children being registered must accompany all registration forms. Registration is limited to those children who are at least age 3 years by September 15, 2025 for the three-day program. A $25.00 non-refundable registration fee is due at registration time. Enrollment is limited to two years or part of two years for the preschool program, as long as the child is age eligible.
Preschool sessions are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:20 to 11:20 a.m. for the three-day program. Tuition is $45* per week.. Class size is limited to 24 children.
Three teachers in the Tri-County Early Education Program supervise the preschool program, and are assisted by high school students in the Early Education Major.
*Subject to change
Our new school building is coming together beautifully, and we're thrilled to share the progress with you! This photo was taken today, capturing the incredible work that's been done so far. 🚧✨ Stay tuned as construction progresses on our new state-of-the-art facility! #BuildingProgress #NewSchoolBuilding #FutureReady #ConstructionUpdate #WorkHardTodayCounts
🎨 Freshman year is off to an exciting start for our Graphic Communications students! 📚✨ We're diving headfirst into the world of design. Some students are already flexing their creative muscles by crafting stunning movie posters 🎬, while others are mastering the art of understanding their target audience through thoughtful design 🎯. Stay tuned for more amazing projects and design magic! 💫 #GraphicCommunications #DesignJourney #CreativeMinds #FreshmanYear #WorkHardTodayCounts
📚👩⚖️ Future Legal Eagles in Action! 🦅⚖️
Our Legal and Protective Services juniors are diving headfirst into their upcoming mock trial! With determination in their eyes and law books in hand, they're preparing to bring justice to life. 💼✨ From honing their argumentation skills to mastering courtroom etiquette, these aspiring legal professionals are giving it their all.
Stay tuned for highlights and behind-the-scenes moments as they step into their roles as attorneys, witnesses, and judges. Your support means the world to them! 🏛️💪
#MockTrial #FutureLawyers #LegalEagles #CourtroomPrep #StudentSuccess #WorkHardTodayCounts
Alumni All-Star Emily Pion! Emily is a 2019 graduate of the Dental Assisting Program!
After high school she enrolled in the Community College of Rhode Island’s Dental Hygiene program and graduated in 2023 with her Associates in Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in dental hygiene with a concentration in public health at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
She currently works as a full time Registered Dental Hygienist at Milford Dental Group.
Emily’s favorite memory from high school was playing on the girls’ varsity soccer team. She loved being part of this team and playing the sport she loved throughout her four years at Tri-County. Her experiences in the dental assisting shop largely influenced her career choice and decision to pursue her master’s degree. She loved learning about all aspects of the dental field and knew she wanted to further her career in this field. Her shop teachers, Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Moran, were some of the greatest influences in her decisions to further her career.
One of the most impactful experiences Emily had in high school was the opportunity to participate in the Co-op program, where she could gain real-world work experience before graduating. This experience led to her job as a dental assistant, which she continues while pursuing her degree in dental hygiene. Her time as a dental assistant was invaluable, equipping her with essential skills that not only helped her succeed in college but continue to benefit her in her current role as a dental hygienist.
The skills and knowledge she gained through her vocational education continue to play a vital role in her success every day. When she entered the dental hygiene program in college, Emily says her experience as a dental assistant gave her a strong foundation, allowing her to build on what she already knew. Even now, in her current role as a dental hygienist, she regularly applies skills she learned in high school, which not only contribute to her success but also make her a valuable asset to her team and office.
Emily’s advice to students: “I would tell every student at Tri-County to enjoy these four years as much as they can and take advantage of every opportunity! Without the opportunities I had at Tri-County I’m not sure if I would have pursued the career that I am so passionate about now!”
🎉🏆 Huge congratulations to the Tri-County Wrestling team for capturing the Small Vocational Championship this past weekend! We're incredibly proud of each and every one of you! 💪 #Tri-CountyWrestling #Champions #SmallVocationalChampionship #WorkHardTodayCounts
👩⚕️ Future Healthcare Heroes in Action! ❤️
Our Senior Health Careers students are hard at work, honing their patient care skills for their clinical placements. At the same time, they are diving into the cardiovascular system, learning how to take care of the heart and its vital functions. Their dedication to mastering both practical skills and medical knowledge is truly inspiring. We're so proud of these future healthcare professionals who are committed to making a difference in the world. Keep up the amazing work! 🌟💉 #PatientCare #ClinicalPlacements #CardiovascularSystem #FutureNurses #HealthcareHeroes #WorkHardTodayCounts
🎸 Strumming Through Basics with Mr. Curran! 🎶
Check out our amazing Basic Piano, Keyboarding, and Guitar class! Today, Mr. Curran's students dove into the world of guitar playing. Everyone showed such dedication and enthusiasm. We're proud of the progress they're making and excited to see their musical journeys unfold. Rock on, future guitar heroes! 🤘🎸 #MusicClass #WorkHardTodayCounts
🛠️🚀 Innovation in Action! 🚀🛠️
Our Engineering Seniors are diving into their Senior Projects with passion and creativity, designing and developing products that showcase their incredible skills and ingenuity. From conceptual sketches to fully functional prototypes, these talented students are pushing the boundaries of what's possible. ✨🔧
Each project is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and the hands-on learning experience they've embraced throughout their education. We're beyond excited to see their innovative solutions come to life! 💡
#FutureEngineers #WorkHardTodayCounts
🔧💪 Crafting Excellence in the Shop! 💪🔧
Our Metal Fabrication students are hard at work, perfecting their MIG welding skills and taking their craftsmanship to the next level. From sparks flying to the clang of metal, the dedication in the shop is palpable! 🔥🔩
Not only are they honing their welding techniques, but they're also putting their skills to practical use by building new shelving units for the shop. These talented students are creating a more organized and efficient workspace, one weld at a time. ⚙️📚 We're incredibly proud of our future fabricators! 👏✨
#MetalFabrication #WeldingSkills #WorkHardTodayCounts
🍴🔥 Culinary Showdown Alert! 🔥🍴
This year's "CHOPPED" competition was our biggest yet, with 40 talented students split into 5 dynamic teams. Juniors took the lead, guiding their fresh-faced Freshman teammates to culinary victory. The twist? They had mere minutes to discover the surprise ingredients before the cooking frenzy began! 🍲🍰
In this intense battle, our student chefs whipped up two appetizers, two entrees, and two delectable desserts. A panel of judges tasted the creations in a thrilling blind taste test. But the excitement didn't stop there! 😲
Halfway through, Mr. V introduced a mystery ingredient that threw everyone for a loop… Shrimp Chips! 🍤 The teams had to cleverly incorporate this crunchy surprise into their dishes. 🧑🍳👩🍳
Swipe to see the mouth-watering dishes and the behind-the-scenes action of our culinary champions! 📸✨
#CulinaryArts #ChoppedCompetition #StudentChefs #CookingChallenge #FoodieFun #CulinaryCreativity #ShrimpChipsSurprise #WorkHardTodayCounts
✂️ Our Adult Cosmetology students are putting in the hard work to prepare for their clients! 🌟 Come experience top-notch cosmetology services, provided by our dedicated students, on Wednesday and Thursday mornings. ✨
📞 Appointments are required - Call (508)528-5400 Ext. 139 to book your spot today! #Cosmetology #StudentServices
🌟 These incredible juniors are about to embark on their co-op journeys, stepping into their chosen vocational fields. 🎉 Hands-on education is truly the best way to learn, and we couldn't be prouder of these talented individuals. Congrats to all the students starting their jobs—you're about to make your mark! 🛠️✨
#WorkHardTodayCounts
🛠️ For Sale: Custom-Built Outdoor Sheds 🛠️
Our Carpentry Program is selling 4 beautifully crafted outdoor sheds! Each shed measures 8'x12' and is perfect for your backyard storage needs. Priced at $2200 each.
Note: Pickup and delivery arrangements are the buyer's responsibility.
Interested? Contact Brian Boyd at boyd@tri-county.us for more details!
Tyler Bingham is a graduate of the Computer Information Systems program class of 2016! Since graduating from Tri-County, he has gone on to receive three degrees: Bachelor of Arts in English from Niagara University (’20) where he graduated Summa Cum Laude, a Master of Letters in Interdisciplinary with Distinction from the University of Strathclyde (’21), and a Master of Science in Higher Education and Student Affairs Administration from Canisius University (’23). He is the Assistant Director for Recruitment and Advisement at the University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SPPS). He is also an adjunct lecturer at the university level, teaching English 110 at Niagara University.
His favorite memory from TC was his participation in the CyberPatriot competitions. It stands out because he remembers having fun spending time with friends who also participated and feeling honored to have the opportunity to represent the school among some of the most talented students in the state. Tyler says it was also tremendously impactful in that he wasn’t as successful as he would’ve liked to be, and he remembers that being motivation to continue to work hard as a student. It was valuable to learn that even if you’re passionate about something, you’re not always going to succeed and that’s a normal and healthy part of your growth and development as a person. Tyler believes that Tri-County better prepared him for college and the world of work than any other place could have. Even beyond the practical experience of co-op, the vocational school calendar taught the values of time management, project management, and self-advocacy. Whether it was managing homework during shop week, or speaking up to take advantage of opportunities that came along to get closer to the material he was learning in CIS or his academic classes, Tri-County was an exceptional model for what college would be like. He continues to use the skills he acquired in CIS every single day, particularly now as he spends a significant amount of his time doing backend support for his current employer’s application software. Tyler was grateful he participated in Drama Club. Learning to get comfortable on stage with his peers, despite a natural aversion to public speaking, better prepared him for the expectations both in further schooling and in the professional world to be able to present to audiences. He is also fortunate to have been able to deploy the skills he learned from drama club at a national advising conference. Tyler says he truly uses his CIS experience every single day. Although he wears a lot of hats in his current role, one of the main pieces of his pie is working with an SQL database called Slate. He is grateful to have a basis in software like Slate from his time in CIS as it has been a direct factor in my recent promotion to Assistant Director. Beyond that, a principle he learned in CIS is integration. Something that was ingrained in himself and his peers was that it was important for a CIS professional to have a holistic understanding of computers and networks. Even if you preferred web design or programming, it was important to know and care about hardware and networking, as ultimately, for end users, their experience comes from the integration of all elements at play. He’s taken this idea to heart and carried it with him from opportunity to opportunity. One of the first things he does, whenever he starts something new, tech related or not, is to try to learn how each element of his environment contributes to the task at-hand, even if his task is just a small piece. He really thinks it helps to set his work apart. Tyler’s advice to current students: “Take advantage of opportunities outside of your education! Whether it’s doing that extra project in shop or participating in clubs or athletics, go beyond what TC requires of you. Although I think my Tri-County education was excellent, getting involved in clubs, participating in Skills, and picking up extra projects here and there gave me the confidence to really take advantage of everything college had to offer me.”
Yesterday marked the second SkillsUSA SmartStart conference! Our officer team participated in running a booth to educate freshmen state-wide on the multiple competitions that SkillsUSA has to offer for them. Along with the facilitators who joined in on making the conference a positive experience, multiple Tri-County freshmen participated in the event. Our facilitator team (Ava Membreno, Nourhane Elouannasse, Aidan Forrester and Jemma Ruiz) were recognized for their great volunteer efforts, and Nylanie Moore won the "Rising Star" award for freshmen. Congradulations to everyone for a successful conference! You can follow our SkillsUSA team on instagram: @tricounty_skillsusa
#WorkHardTodayCounts
🌟 Cosmetology welcomed back Bella Fournier, Class of 2022! She stopped by today to showcase her incredible soft blonding technique. ✨ Bella currently works at Ateilier in Wellesley, and we couldn’t be prouder of her success! 💇♀️ ✂️Keep shining, Bella! 🌟
#WorkHardTodayCounts
