✨ Alumni Connection: Chris Nadeau, Electrical, Class of 2023 ✨
Chris Nadeau, a 2023 Electrical graduate from Haverhill, is building his future in the energy industry as a truck driver with Broco Energy. Through hands on learning and real world experience at Whittier Tech, Chris discovered his passion for skilled trades and found purpose in serving his community through essential work.
Today, he takes pride in being part of an industry that keeps homes and businesses running, while continuing to live out the values he developed during his time at Whittier.
Chris reflects on how Whittier continues to shape his future:
“Whittier Tech helped me realize how much I love the workforce and working in a skilled trade. There will always be a need for people providing essential services, and Whittier gave me the opportunity to do something meaningful. I am always ready to give back and help when people need it most. Whittier taught me that kindness matters. Help first, ask questions later.”
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Chris Nadeau, a 2023 Electrical graduate from Haverhill, is building his future in the energy industry as a truck driver with Broco Energy. Through hands on learning and real world experience at Whittier Tech, Chris discovered his passion for skilled trades and found purpose in serving his community through essential work.
Today, he takes pride in being part of an industry that keeps homes and businesses running, while continuing to live out the values he developed during his time at Whittier.
Chris reflects on how Whittier continues to shape his future:
“Whittier Tech helped me realize how much I love the workforce and working in a skilled trade. There will always be a need for people providing essential services, and Whittier gave me the opportunity to do something meaningful. I am always ready to give back and help when people need it most. Whittier taught me that kindness matters. Help first, ask questions later.”
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
The Winter season is quickly coming to an end. Here’s what’s on deck for Whittier Tech athletics this week, including SENIOR NIGHT for the Amesbury/Whittier Tech Hockey Team on Wednesday! The week ends with our Wrestling Team headed off to the MIAA Sectionals Meet on Saturday! Sounds like a great way to kick off February Break!🐾💛❤️
📅 Check our sports sites for the latest schedules, scores, and updates:
🏒 Hockey: https://www.arbiterlive.com/Teams/Schedule/7753292?activeEntityId=490
📣 All Other Sports: https://schools.snap.app/WhittierTech
#WeAreWhittierTech #GoWildcats ❤️💛
📅 Check our sports sites for the latest schedules, scores, and updates:
🏒 Hockey: https://www.arbiterlive.com/Teams/Schedule/7753292?activeEntityId=490
📣 All Other Sports: https://schools.snap.app/WhittierTech
#WeAreWhittierTech #GoWildcats ❤️💛
Due to the forecasted weather for tomorrow, the Travis Yell Wrestling Tournament has unfortunately been cancelled.
The safety of our student-athletes, families, officials, and fans is our top priority. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support, and we look forward to welcoming teams back in the future for this tournament in honor of Travis Yell.
🎉 Senior Night Victory! – Girls Basketball are CAC Champs💛❤️
Tonight we celebrated our amazing seniors as the Wildcats took on Greater Lowell and they came out on top 54-30! A huge congratulations to:
Vanessa Lawrence-Taylor | Haverhill | Medical Assisting
Nevaeha Wilkins | Newburyport | Medical Assisting
Your leadership, heart, and hustle made this night unforgettable. Thank you for everything you’ve given to the team, both on and off the court!
And a shoutout to our incredible cheerleaders keeping the energy high:
Ginny Bishop | Salisbury | Hospitality
Bianca DaSilva | Haverhill | Medical Assisting
Gianna Rivera | Haverhill | Culinary
Go Wildcats! 💛❤️
#WhittierTech #WildcatPride #SeniorNight #GirlsBasketball
Before tonight’s Girls Varsity Basketball game, we honored longtime Athletic Trainer Eric Crovetti as he wrapped up his final athletic event in this role.
For 22 years, Eric has been a constant on the sidelines. Keeping our student-athletes safe, supported, and ready to compete. His dedication, care, and quiet leadership have made a lasting impact on generations of Wildcats.
Thank you, Eric, for your years of service and commitment to our school community. ❤️💛
#WeAreWhittierTech
Reminder for the Class of 2030.
Applicants who have been offered admission to Whittier Tech must submit residency verification by Tuesday, February 10. This step is required to secure placement for the upcoming school year.
Please be sure all required documentation is submitted on time. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of Wildcats.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Applicants who have been offered admission to Whittier Tech must submit residency verification by Tuesday, February 10. This step is required to secure placement for the upcoming school year.
Please be sure all required documentation is submitted on time. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of Wildcats.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
From classroom kitchen to café showcase.
Tenth-grade Culinary Arts student Mackenzie Ross of Haverhill is turning skill into artistry with this beautifully crafted carrot cake, prepared for service in the Poet’s Inn. From precise baking to detailed decorating, Mackenzie’s work highlights the creativity, technique, and pride students bring to every plate.
Guided by instructor Ms. Perron, Culinary Arts students continue building real world skills while creating experiences the Whittier community can taste and enjoy.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Tenth-grade Culinary Arts student Mackenzie Ross of Haverhill is turning skill into artistry with this beautifully crafted carrot cake, prepared for service in the Poet’s Inn. From precise baking to detailed decorating, Mackenzie’s work highlights the creativity, technique, and pride students bring to every plate.
Guided by instructor Ms. Perron, Culinary Arts students continue building real world skills while creating experiences the Whittier community can taste and enjoy.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Whittier Tech welcomed professionals from Supercuts for a hands-on demonstration with our Cosmetology students. Visiting stylists shared industry insight and discussed career pathways after graduation while guiding students through the technique of performing a classic bob cut.
Pictured are Cosmetology students working alongside Ms. Calverley’s twelfth-graders and Mrs. Picanso’s eleventh-graders, gaining real-world experience and refining their technical skills as they prepare for careers in the beauty industry.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Pictured are Cosmetology students working alongside Ms. Calverley’s twelfth-graders and Mrs. Picanso’s eleventh-graders, gaining real-world experience and refining their technical skills as they prepare for careers in the beauty industry.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
We’re incredibly grateful to Steve Turner, Founder & President of Bring Back the Trades, for his generous donation supporting our Wildcat Cycle Build 🛠️🐾❤️💛
The Wildcat Cycle Build is a student-driven custom motorcycle build-off that brings together students from Metal Fabrication/Welding, Auto Body, Automotive Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, and CAD Drafting. Working as a cross-disciplinary team, students are customizing a donated motorcycle from concept to completion, applying real-world skills in design, engineering, fabrication, and assembly. The build must be completed by late May/early June in time for Bike Week, where it will be voted on by the public.
Fittingly, our bike is proudly named “Bring Back the Trades.” The build features custom components representing every participating shop, symbolizing the collaboration, craftsmanship, and technical excellence across our CTE programs.
Steve’s mission aligns perfectly with this work. As he shared: “I started this campaign as a small business owner with 30 years of experience in the trade… I’ve witnessed firsthand the growing challenge of finding skilled workers… At Bring Back the Trades, Inc., we are on a mission to ignite a movement that raises awareness of the incredible opportunities in the skilled trades, which form the backbone of America’s economy.”
With the support of industry partners, alumni, and dedicated staff advisors, projects like this give our Wildcats authentic, hands-on experience and spotlight the power and promise of careers in the skilled trades.
Thank you, Steve, for believing in our students and helping us bring the trades back...one build at a time! 🐾🔧
#BringBackTheTrades #WildcatCycleBuild #RealWorldSkills #WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #WorkforceOfTomorrow
The Wildcat Cycle Build is a student-driven custom motorcycle build-off that brings together students from Metal Fabrication/Welding, Auto Body, Automotive Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, and CAD Drafting. Working as a cross-disciplinary team, students are customizing a donated motorcycle from concept to completion, applying real-world skills in design, engineering, fabrication, and assembly. The build must be completed by late May/early June in time for Bike Week, where it will be voted on by the public.
Fittingly, our bike is proudly named “Bring Back the Trades.” The build features custom components representing every participating shop, symbolizing the collaboration, craftsmanship, and technical excellence across our CTE programs.
Steve’s mission aligns perfectly with this work. As he shared: “I started this campaign as a small business owner with 30 years of experience in the trade… I’ve witnessed firsthand the growing challenge of finding skilled workers… At Bring Back the Trades, Inc., we are on a mission to ignite a movement that raises awareness of the incredible opportunities in the skilled trades, which form the backbone of America’s economy.”
With the support of industry partners, alumni, and dedicated staff advisors, projects like this give our Wildcats authentic, hands-on experience and spotlight the power and promise of careers in the skilled trades.
Thank you, Steve, for believing in our students and helping us bring the trades back...one build at a time! 🐾🔧
#BringBackTheTrades #WildcatCycleBuild #RealWorldSkills #WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #WorkforceOfTomorrow
At Whittier Tech, that same grit shows up every day...in the classroom, in the shop, in our communities...and even on the court, ice, field, or the mat. Being a Wildcat means discipline, determination, and putting in the work. 💪💛❤️
#WeAreWhittierTech #WildcatStrong #CTEproud #StrengthAndDetermination #WeAreWhittierTech
#WeAreWhittierTech #WildcatStrong #CTEproud #StrengthAndDetermination #WeAreWhittierTech
The Whittier Tech CTE online shop is officially open!
Support our Career and Technical Education programs by ordering apparel and gear from the online webstore. All orders will be shipped directly to Whittier Tech and are expected to arrive two to three weeks after the shop closes.
🗓️ Order deadline: Friday, February 13, 2026
⏰ The webstore will not reopen until summer 2026.
Do not miss this opportunity to order.
🔗 https://wtonlinestores.itemorder.com/shop/home/
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Support our Career and Technical Education programs by ordering apparel and gear from the online webstore. All orders will be shipped directly to Whittier Tech and are expected to arrive two to three weeks after the shop closes.
🗓️ Order deadline: Friday, February 13, 2026
⏰ The webstore will not reopen until summer 2026.
Do not miss this opportunity to order.
🔗 https://wtonlinestores.itemorder.com/shop/home/
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
🎉 Senior Night Spotlight – Wrestling 🤼♂️
Tonight we celebrated the incredible seniors of our Wrestling team! These Wildcats have shown dedication, grit, and team spirit on the mat. Let’s give a huge shoutout to:
Matheus Binda | Haverhill | HVACR
Colby Ferguson-Torrey | Haverhill | Marine Technology
Jayden Franco | Haverhill | Masonry
Fahiena Joseph | Amesbury | Culinary
Emily Santiago | Haverhill | Dental Assisting
Ryan Savage | Haverhill | Metal Fabrication
Jayden Torres | Haverhill | Engineering
Jazavier Vazquez | Haverhill | HVACR
Thank you for your hard work, leadership, and passion. The Whittier Tech family is proud of you! 💛❤️
#WhittierTech #WildcatPride #SeniorNight #Wrestling #WeAreWhittierTech
Caught in the act of learning. ⚡
Senior Electrical student Maryery Jimenez of Haverhill was hard at work in the shop, applying hands-on skills under the guidance of her Electrical instructor. Moments like this highlight the focus, precision, and real-world experience that prepare Whittier Tech students for success beyond the classroom.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Senior Electrical student Maryery Jimenez of Haverhill was hard at work in the shop, applying hands-on skills under the guidance of her Electrical instructor. Moments like this highlight the focus, precision, and real-world experience that prepare Whittier Tech students for success beyond the classroom.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
Giving Back Where It Started ✨
Whittier Tech juniors from Newburyport were excited to return to Nock Middle School for a second week of the Clippers Talk presentation. Nicole Daigle (CAD), Max Cattan (Electronics), and Kaylee Keegan (Medical) were joined by Austin Sachetti (HVAC) as they shared their career pathways and firsthand experiences with sixth-grade students from their former middle school.
It was a meaningful opportunity for students to reflect on their own journeys while inspiring the next generation to start thinking about their future possibilities.
#WeAreWhittierTech
Whittier Tech juniors from Newburyport were excited to return to Nock Middle School for a second week of the Clippers Talk presentation. Nicole Daigle (CAD), Max Cattan (Electronics), and Kaylee Keegan (Medical) were joined by Austin Sachetti (HVAC) as they shared their career pathways and firsthand experiences with sixth-grade students from their former middle school.
It was a meaningful opportunity for students to reflect on their own journeys while inspiring the next generation to start thinking about their future possibilities.
#WeAreWhittierTech
Wildcat Wednesday shines a little brighter this week as we celebrate Paul Moskevitz, Vocational Coordinator and a true Whittier Tech original.
Paul has been part of the Whittier Tech community since the 1997–1998 school year and will retire at the end of this year after 29 years of service. Over the years, he has worn many hats. Advanced Manufacturing Technology and Machine Technology Instructor for 23 years, Cooperative Education Coordinator, and now in his sixth year as a Vocational, Technical, and Cooperative Education Coordinator.
What Paul values most about Whittier Tech is the opportunity it gives students to build real futures. Students can learn a trade, enter the workforce, and also earn college-accredited coursework if they choose. That access matters deeply to Paul, whose own path to higher education required years of hard work, long hours, and persistence. His story is one he proudly shares because it reflects what determination, grit, and work ethic can accomplish.
Outside of school, Paul’s interests are as hands-on as his career. Blacksmithing, boating, beaching, collecting iron, wood, and bronze figurines, firing up his wood-burning pizza oven, and teaching his grandsons the “Ways of the Musk.” And if you have ever heard whistling in the halls, chances are you have already met Paul.
Paul believes deeply in giving back and living with purpose. He often reminds students that hard work builds self-worth, discipline builds habits, and habits build growth. His advice is simple and powerful. Never doubt yourself. Get out on co-op early. Learn what it feels like to be paid for the skills you have earned. And remember that where you are a year from now is shaped by the choices you make today.
Paul has always given his best to his students. Sometimes with tough love. Always with their best interests at heart.
As Paul prepares for retirement, we thank him for nearly three decades of leadership, mentorship, and unwavering belief in the power of vocational education.
#WeAreWhittierTech #WildcatWednesday
Paul has been part of the Whittier Tech community since the 1997–1998 school year and will retire at the end of this year after 29 years of service. Over the years, he has worn many hats. Advanced Manufacturing Technology and Machine Technology Instructor for 23 years, Cooperative Education Coordinator, and now in his sixth year as a Vocational, Technical, and Cooperative Education Coordinator.
What Paul values most about Whittier Tech is the opportunity it gives students to build real futures. Students can learn a trade, enter the workforce, and also earn college-accredited coursework if they choose. That access matters deeply to Paul, whose own path to higher education required years of hard work, long hours, and persistence. His story is one he proudly shares because it reflects what determination, grit, and work ethic can accomplish.
Outside of school, Paul’s interests are as hands-on as his career. Blacksmithing, boating, beaching, collecting iron, wood, and bronze figurines, firing up his wood-burning pizza oven, and teaching his grandsons the “Ways of the Musk.” And if you have ever heard whistling in the halls, chances are you have already met Paul.
Paul believes deeply in giving back and living with purpose. He often reminds students that hard work builds self-worth, discipline builds habits, and habits build growth. His advice is simple and powerful. Never doubt yourself. Get out on co-op early. Learn what it feels like to be paid for the skills you have earned. And remember that where you are a year from now is shaped by the choices you make today.
Paul has always given his best to his students. Sometimes with tough love. Always with their best interests at heart.
As Paul prepares for retirement, we thank him for nearly three decades of leadership, mentorship, and unwavering belief in the power of vocational education.
#WeAreWhittierTech #WildcatWednesday
As part of National School Counseling Week, we continue to celebrate the dedicated professionals who support, guide, and advocate for our students every day.
Today, Whittier Tech’s School Counseling Department enjoyed a special lunch at the Poet’s Inn as a small thank-you for the care, encouragement, and steady presence they bring to our school community. We are grateful for the meaningful role they play in helping students navigate their paths and work toward their futures.
#WeAreWhittierTech #NSCW26
Today, Whittier Tech’s School Counseling Department enjoyed a special lunch at the Poet’s Inn as a small thank-you for the care, encouragement, and steady presence they bring to our school community. We are grateful for the meaningful role they play in helping students navigate their paths and work toward their futures.
#WeAreWhittierTech #NSCW26
Whittier Tech’s March Alumni Council Meeting will be held on Monday, March 16 at 6 p.m. in the Poet’s Inn Restaurant on campus. This month’s discussion will focus on cooperative education and the many ways alumni and community partners can support and engage with Whittier Tech’s Co op Program.
If you are interested in learning more about how cooperative education connects students with real world experience and career pathways, we invite you to join the conversation. Cookies, coffee, and water will be provided.
Questions may be directed to Tia Gerber, Director of Community Partnerships, at tgerber@whittiertech.org.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #WorkforceOfTomorrow
If you are interested in learning more about how cooperative education connects students with real world experience and career pathways, we invite you to join the conversation. Cookies, coffee, and water will be provided.
Questions may be directed to Tia Gerber, Director of Community Partnerships, at tgerber@whittiertech.org.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation #WorkforceOfTomorrow
Whittier Tech dental assisting students brought confidence and curiosity to the Yankee Dental Conference in Boston last Thursday. Sophomores and juniors dressed to impress as they explored vendor exhibits, connected with industry professionals, and tested cutting edge dental products before they even hit the market.
With instructors Caitlin Deveau, Tish Costa, and Ashley Rodriguez by their side, students experienced firsthand what a future in dental assisting can look like.
The momentum continued Friday when Caitlin Deveau and Tish Costa returned for a hands on Orthodontic Assisting course, bringing new techniques and real world knowledge straight back to the classroom.
That is career readiness in action.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
With instructors Caitlin Deveau, Tish Costa, and Ashley Rodriguez by their side, students experienced firsthand what a future in dental assisting can look like.
The momentum continued Friday when Caitlin Deveau and Tish Costa returned for a hands on Orthodontic Assisting course, bringing new techniques and real world knowledge straight back to the classroom.
That is career readiness in action.
#WeAreWhittierTech #CareerAndTechnicalEducation
✨ Alumni Connection: Robert Kedian, Marketing and Business Technology, Class of 2015 ✨
Robert Kedian returned to Whittier Tech as a substitute teacher, bringing his professional background in retail management into a new chapter in education. The skills and confidence he first developed through the Marketing and Business Technology program helped him navigate career change and pursue his goal of becoming a licensed educator who can guide students in business, marketing, and technology.
Robert reflects on how Whittier continues to shape his future:
“Whittier provided me with the skills and foundation to be successful. Prior to joining the education field, I was in retail management for over 10 years. Now I am going back to school to obtain my degree to become a licensed educator in Marketing and Business Technology.”
#WeAreWhittierTech
Robert Kedian returned to Whittier Tech as a substitute teacher, bringing his professional background in retail management into a new chapter in education. The skills and confidence he first developed through the Marketing and Business Technology program helped him navigate career change and pursue his goal of becoming a licensed educator who can guide students in business, marketing, and technology.
Robert reflects on how Whittier continues to shape his future:
“Whittier provided me with the skills and foundation to be successful. Prior to joining the education field, I was in retail management for over 10 years. Now I am going back to school to obtain my degree to become a licensed educator in Marketing and Business Technology.”
#WeAreWhittierTech
✨ National School Counseling Week ✨
Feb. 2–6 is National School Counseling Week, a time to recognize the dedicated professionals who help our students navigate academic choices, personal growth, and future pathways. This year’s theme, School Counselors Amplify Student Success, reflects the essential role this team plays in supporting every learner at Whittier Tech.
We are grateful for our School Counseling Department and the many ways they guide, advocate, and champion our students each day.
Department Head of School Counseling and Admissions
Jill Karatkewicz
School Counselors
Andy Alsup
Michelle Catena
Lee Gastonguay
Rachael Rossi
School Adjustment Counselors
Andy Bonifacio
Deborah Costello
Heather Sweeney
School Psychologists
Lillian Levesque
Dr. Ian Whitney
Confidential Administrative Assistant
Lisa Zappala
Thank you for amplifying student success and helping shape bright futures. 💙
#WeAreWhittierTech #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
Feb. 2–6 is National School Counseling Week, a time to recognize the dedicated professionals who help our students navigate academic choices, personal growth, and future pathways. This year’s theme, School Counselors Amplify Student Success, reflects the essential role this team plays in supporting every learner at Whittier Tech.
We are grateful for our School Counseling Department and the many ways they guide, advocate, and champion our students each day.
Department Head of School Counseling and Admissions
Jill Karatkewicz
School Counselors
Andy Alsup
Michelle Catena
Lee Gastonguay
Rachael Rossi
School Adjustment Counselors
Andy Bonifacio
Deborah Costello
Heather Sweeney
School Psychologists
Lillian Levesque
Dr. Ian Whitney
Confidential Administrative Assistant
Lisa Zappala
Thank you for amplifying student success and helping shape bright futures. 💙
#WeAreWhittierTech #NationalSchoolCounselingWeek
