MISSION STATEMENT

To establish an educational community, anchored in rigorous and diverse
academic and technical experiences, that ensures every student realizes their
full potential and emerges as a responsible, engaged, and
contributing member
of society.  



MISSION STATEMENT

To establish an educational community, anchored in rigorous and diverse
academic and technical experiences, that ensures every student realizes their
full potential and emerges as a responsible, engaged, and
contributing member
of society.  



Pathfinder Tech

Why Choose Pathfinder Tech?

Celebrating over 50 years!

We are celebrating 50 years of providing quality technical education to the communities of Belchertown, Granby, Hardwick, Monson, New Braintree, Oakham, Palmer, Ware, and Warren.

We currently are a school of choice.

“All students, regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or homelessness, have equal access to the general education program and the full range of any occupational or vocational programs offered by the district.”

Pathfinder Tech

Pathfinder Tech At A Glance

Pathfinder Tech

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

PATHFINDER TECH TO EXPAND

We are proud to announce that we’re expanding with a second school in Belchertown, opening in 2026! This new location will add 150+ seats for students, expand career technical education opportunities, and bring even more pathways to success for our region.

 

We’re excited to grow, create new opportunities, and keep education thriving in Belchertown. Stay tuned as we begin this exciting new chapter!

 

🔗 Click the link to learn more! https://ow.ly/kWif50X6mII

 

Can you believe that school starts in just 2 weeks?! 😶 We are delighted to welcome our new principal Mr. Jay Taylor! Mr. Taylor brings enthusiasm, fresh ideas, and valuable experience from his diverse educational background. Here are a few soundbites from his principal introduction message sent to parents/caregivers earlier this month: "It is a privilege to join an outstanding school like PT with such a strong history of preparing students for successful careers, higher education, and lifelong learning. I am very much looking forward to working together to develop strong partnerships with families, local businesses, and the communities served by Pathfinder Tech.""As this new role begins, I am committed to learning more about Pathfinder Tech by listening to students, families, faculty, staff, industry partners, and members of the community to build strong relationships and understanding of the strengths, traditions, and opportunities of PT." "I am excited to become part of the PT community...and I look forward to working together to provide our students with opportunities to learn, grow, and prepare for successful futures." Join us in welcoming Mr. Taylor to the PT family! 💛💙 ...
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We’re proud to share that Pathfinder Tech is a recipient of the Career Technical Initiative (CTI) Round 11 grant awards!Through this investment, Pathfinder Tech will help expand access to hands-on career training for adult learners and jobseekers, providing participants with the technical skills and training they need to pursue careers in high-demand industries.CTI helps Massachusetts vocational technical schools use their expertise, facilities, and employer partnerships to create new pathways for unemployed and underemployed adults to build skills, earn industry-recognized credentials, and connect to career opportunities while helping meet the workforce needs of employers across the Commonwealth.We’re grateful to the Healey-Driscoll Administration, the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development, and Commonwealth Corporation for this investment in our workforce and our community.Learn more about the CTI Round 11 investments: commcorp.org/press-releases/healey-driscoll-administration-awards-nearly-18-million-to-help-busin... #CommonwealthCorporation #PTproud #AdultEd ...
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Tonight is the night & the weather looks great! Come see us at National Night Out! In addition to visiting with PT, check out the Belchertown PD & FD demos, live music, community agencies & vendor displays, and more! 💛💙🚔🚒🐕‍🦺🚁🎶 ...
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We are proud to share that Pathfinder Tech artists SWEPT the Artistic Still High School category in the annual MAMH Mental Health Matters: Student Expression Contest held this spring. Students from middle & high schools across Massachusetts submitted entries via drawings, poems, paintings, and videos focused on mental health challenges & victories – highlighting the experiences of young people across the Commonwealth through reflection & artistic expression. Congratulations to our winners who expressed their artistry & represented PT so well! Special thanks to our art teacher Darlene Henshaw who routinely shares her passions & talents with our students. We are so proud of all of you! 🎨💛💙🎨 1st Place: Jezze Serpa 2nd Place: Silas Patel 3rd Place: Marley Carrignan ...
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NON-DISCRIMINATION

It is the policy of the Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability in its educational policies as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and Chapter 622. Chapter 622 is a state law and Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 are federal laws. All require that equal educational opportunities must be given to all, regardless of sex. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and Chapter 622 may be directed to the Assistant Superintendent/Principal, Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School, 240 Sykes Street, Palmer, MA 01069, (413) 283-9701.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

It is the policy of the Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability in its educational policies as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and Chapter 622. Chapter 622 is a state law and Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 are federal laws. All require that equal educational opportunities must be given to all, regardless of sex. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and Chapter 622 may be directed to the Assistant Superintendent/Principal, Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School, 240 Sykes Street, Palmer, MA 01069, (413) 283-9701.

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