Pros
-Great selection of trades -Safety is paramount -after school clubs well run and attended -plenty of school and vocational supplies (except some books) -I would recommend this as a place to work due to the other teachers and some admin, but watch your back and cover your butt
Kontras
-Sexual harassment is a real problem and not just for the teachers. - one of the dean of students has been sexually harassing teachers and staff - superintendent not only ignored the complaints but continued grooming him as his replacement. -major conflicts of interest between superintendent and local college -misogyny is the norm in a few of voc setting and female students are berated and told they do not belong in some of the trades -not enough classrooms for all teachers -not all students get the services they need in vocational setting -vocational teachers are not held to same standards as academic teachers -MCAS testing is a disaster every time -fear of reprisals have been real and justified when staff has a complaint -mentors for teachers are, overall a joke -some classrooms not appropriate for teaching, too small, poorly ventilated, poorly supplied with books and electronic devices ie smart boards, projection screens, and not enough room for desks and staff. -not enough is done to teach our students about all aspects of future employment. -not enough interaction or education with the public and future employers