As the school year was approaching, we were thinking about (and struggling with) the fact that there are waiting lists in almost all of our CTE schools within the Commonwealth. In addition to providing our students with the best CTE experience possible, as a CTE school, we also understand one of our industries in... read more » 
Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School has recently been awarded $5,000 through the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation (LCEF). These funds will be used to create and plant a productive 1.4-acre apple orchard on the grounds of the school. Superintendent-Director, Dr. Heidi Riccio, expressed her enthusiasm for this unique opportunity. “What could be... read more » 
With the reigns of Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School in the hands of a new Superintendent-Director, a solution to an identity crisis has begun to take form. Dr. Heidi Riccio values the uniqueness of Essex North Shore which she describes as beautiful and high performing. Having the support of Governor Charlie Baker... read more » 
Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School has been awarded $253,000 as part of Governor Baker’s Workforce Capital Grant Program. Superintendent-Director Heidi Riccio stated, “Essex North Shore is grateful to the Governor for his commitment to Career and Technical Education in ensuring our students are prepared with the skills necessary to go far beyond... read more » 
Essex Tech received a $5000 grant from Lowe’s Toolbox for Education Program as part of Lowe’s Charitable and Education Foundation (LCEF). The mission of LCEF is to improve the communities served in having a positive impact on the lives of Lowe’s customers, neighbors and employees. The grant was awarded to Essex Tech to use specifically towards the... read more » 
Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District participated in a documentary project for the Hechinger Report. During this documentary, Writer, Emily Richmond toured and interviewed students, staff, and school community members to gain a better understanding of our practice. Below is Emily’s account of what she learned during her visit. As a school... read more » 