Congratulations to Communications High School junior Sophia Chubatyy, whose photograph of Deep Cut Gardens was selected for the back cover of the 2026 Monmouth County Travel Guide.
Taken during an Intermediate Photo class trip, Sophia’s image captures the beauty of the gardens and renovated multi-use space through a thoughtful and creative perspective.
We also congratulate Mr. Gary Gellman of @GellmanImages, a longtime CHS industry partner, whose work was featured on the front cover of the guide. Thank you for your continued mentorship and support of our students.
We are proud to see MCVSD student talent recognized in such a meaningful way.
Congratulations to MAST Envirothon Team #1 for an outstanding performance at the 2026 New Jersey Envirothon competition.
Juniors Kyra Pepe and Jack Primiani, along with sophomores Dalila Ardolino, Leila Brown and Arabella Prince, earned first place in the Team Presentation category — the first time in MAST and MCVSD history that a team has won this category. The team also placed 10th overall in the statewide competition.
This year’s presentation focused on non-point source pollution (pollution that doesn’t original from a singular source) and explored ways stakeholders throughout the Barnegat Bay community can work together to address the issue.
This achievement reflects the students’ hard work, collaboration and dedication. Congratulations to all involved!
Juniors Kyra Pepe and Jack Primiani, along with sophomores Dalila Ardolino, Leila Brown and Arabella Prince, earned first place in the Team Presentation category — the first time in MAST and MCVSD history that a team has won this category. The team also placed 10th overall in the statewide competition.
This year’s presentation focused on non-point source pollution (pollution that doesn’t original from a singular source) and explored ways stakeholders throughout the Barnegat Bay community can work together to address the issue.
This achievement reflects the students’ hard work, collaboration and dedication. Congratulations to all involved!
MAST student research in the news!
https://patch.com/new-jersey/manasquan/manasquan-teen-presents-his-research-preventing-beach-erosion
https://patch.com/new-jersey/littlesilver/oceanport-teen-presents-his-research-preventing-beach-erosion
MVCSD Alumni Where Are They Wednesdays
Kelsey Bernarducci, ‘14
From AAHS to the Front lines of Veterinary and Emergency Care
After graduating from AAHS, Kelsey pursued her passion for animal and emergency medicine at the University of Delaware, studying Pre-Veterinary and Animal Biosciences while competing on the Equestrian Team, before earning her Master’s Degree in Veterinary Medicine from University College Dublin. Today, she serves as a Veterinary Technician in Emergency Care at Garden State Veterinary Specialists in Eatontown, assisting in the treatment of animals in critical situations. Beyond veterinary medicine, Kelsey has dedicated over a decade to serving her community as a Volunteer EMT and Sergeant with the Oceanport First Aid Squad and as a Volunteer EMT and Senior Cadet Advisor with Tinton Falls Emergency Medical Services, earning recognition as First Aider of the Year for her exceptional and decisive care on 911 calls.
At yesterday's Board of Education Meeting, Dr. Michael Salvatore was introduced as our new MCVSD Board Member!
MCVSD Alumni Where Are They Wednesday
Caitlin Venezia, ‘09
From FFA Leader to Turf Educator:
A Career Center Success Story
Caitlin came to the Career Center as a student in the Landscaping program in 2006. Inspired by her teacher, Mr. Martin, she set out to one day be the same kind of mentor for her own students. Through hands-on experience in turf maintenance, nursery landscaping, equipment operation, and plant identification—along with strengthening her public speaking and leadership skills through FFA—Caitlin built the foundation for her career. Today, she has come full circle as the Career Center’s Turf Teacher, guiding students in grass identification, turf pest management, equipment safety, and golf course maintenance. Now standing at the front of the classroom, Caitlin is planting the same seeds of knowledge and inspiration that once helped her grow.
MCVSD Alumni Where Are They Wednesdays
Jake Laird, ‘23
From Applied Mechanical Engineering to NASA Research
Jake Laird, a graduate of the Applied Mechanical Engineering (AME) program, is engineering beyond Earth. As a member of the 12th cohort of the New Jersey Space Grant Consortium, Jake is designing an Autonomous Dust Removal System for solar panels used on future lunar and Martian missions, replacing human-dependent cleaning with an automated, servo-motor–driven system powered by an open-source electronics platform. He will present his prototype to a panel of NASA judges in April 2026.
Since graduating from MCVSD, Jake has also been selected as an NSF S-STEM Scholar, where mentoring supported his growth as President of the Brookdale Engineering Club and led to his participation in the S-STEM Scholars Conference in San Diego. Jake recently returned to MCVSD to speak with current AME students and share his journey.
MCVSD Alumni Where Are They Wednesdays
Tommy Krowicki, ‘25
From Student Chef to Head Line Cook at Palmetto
Tommy Krowicki came to the Career Center with a passion for cooking—and the determination to make it his future. After excelling in Culinary Arts, a visit from Chef Avery helped spark his next step, leading to a job at Palmetto in Asbury. Now promoted to Head Line Cook, Tommy recently returned to the Career Center alongside Chef Avery to inspire the next generation of chefs—proving that when passion meets opportunity, dreams truly come full circle.
Culinary Education Center is having an Open House on Saturday, February 7th from 9am - 12pm.
High Technology High School student is one of 300 students to be named a 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar.
https://patch.com/new-jersey/marlboro-coltsneck/morganville-teen-named-finalist-nationwide-science-math-competition
We were honored to welcome representatives of the National Black Nurses Association to our school, where they recognized excellence and dedication by awarding scholarships to four outstanding students. A big thank you to these wonderful ladies Terri Ivory, Sandy Pritchard, and Barbara Sunnerville for taking time out of their day to come and visit us! These incredible ladies are all alumni of our LPN Program.
We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful for this meaningful support of their educational journey. Congratulations to Kadijah Kearny, Ji'Asia McCray, Samuel Chukwueze, and last but not least Wanda Salomon
We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful for this meaningful support of their educational journey. Congratulations to Kadijah Kearny, Ji'Asia McCray, Samuel Chukwueze, and last but not least Wanda Salomon
Our MCVSD LPN Nursing Program donated 500+ lbs of food to Fulfill Food Bank! 🙌💙
Future nurses making a real difference!
👉 Want to join this amazing program?
Applications are now open for the September 2026 LPN class!
Learn more: https://www.mcvsd.org/page/licensed-practical-nursing
#MCVSDLPN #FutureNurses #FulfillFoodBank
👋🎬 Hey @netflix @netflixstudiosnj — hire these kids right now! Netflix is coming to New Jersey, and our cosmetology students are ready to bring the movie magic to life. 💄🧛♀️ Their special effects Halloween makeup on mannequins is next-level 🔥 — the next generation of SFX artists is here! #Netflix #NJStudios #SFXMakeup #CosmetologyTalent #HalloweenCreativ
Over the weekend, MAST students volunteered with Clean Ocean Action as student coordinators and site leads for a massive statewide beach cleanup! 🌊 Their leadership helped protect New Jersey’s coastline and inspired others to take action. ♻️👏 Read the full story here
For many, Sept. 11, 2001, is etched in memory. For today’s students, it is history they are just beginning to understand. MAST social studies teacher Ms. Jessica Cappadona and her students were featured in NBC 4 New York’s “Making It Personal” during their visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
Watch the full story here: https://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/news/making-it-personal-helping-next-generation-students-grasp-9-11/6390391/
#NeverForget #MASTStrong
Watch the full story here: https://www.nbcnewyork.com/video/news/making-it-personal-helping-next-generation-students-grasp-9-11/6390391/
#NeverForget #MASTStrong
ROI-NJ's recent article on the Nursing Bridge to Excellence Program.
https://www.roi-nj.com/2025/09/08/education/vocational-technical/career-classroom/career-classroom-vocational-education-higher-education-partnership-targets-new-jersey-nursing-shortage/
https://www.roi-nj.com/2025/09/08/education/vocational-technical/career-classroom/career-classroom-vocational-education-higher-education-partnership-targets-new-jersey-nursing-shortage/
A 98% graduation readiness rate on the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment exam across MCVSD’s six Career Academies tells a clear story: students are being equipped with the skills and support they need to finish strong and be prepared for the next chapter.
MCVSD continues to excel—96.6% proficiency in Math on the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment exam across all six Career Academies. Congratulations to our students, teachers, and school communities on this success.
We’re celebrating a major achievement at MCVSD: a 99.5% districtwide proficiency rate in English and Language Arts on the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment exam. Congratulations to our students, teachers, and staff for their incredible work.
