BOSTON– Senator DiDomenico successfully included $150,000 for the Everett Public Schools in the wide-ranging Economic Development bill that passed last month. This funding will help Everett schools offer the Student and Parent Internship program and the Reality Check program to students. The Student and Parent Internship program empowers Everett students to gain work experience and serve our younger population. Internship opportunities include culinary arts students providing food for other high schoolers, student athletes serving as coaches for sports camps, and empowering our young people in the school community. This program also includes resources for parents who will support these programs and increase engagement from other parents.

The Reality Check program provides a conference for students hosted by local businesses – banks, mortgage companies, real estate agents, car salesmen, childcare providers, etc. – which will help high schoolers learn about various career options and connect with the local economy.

“I am proud to bring this funding to Everett so students throughout our community can gain work experience, connect with local businesses, and learn about the different pathways to success after high school,” said Senator DiDomenico, Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate. “I will always prioritize funding for our schools and programs like this that provide our youngest residents with skills and opportunities to thrive.”

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CHELSEA – Senator DiDomenico recently visited the Mary C. Burke School Complex to present several Chelsea educators with citations for their recognition at the State of Latino Education ceremony. Latinos for Education hosted a special event at the State House to highlight the importance of educator diversity and to recognize education leaders across Massachusetts who have gone above and beyond during the pandemic.

“These educators were chosen for their contributions, leadership, and unwavering commitment to educational equity,” said Senator DiDomenico, Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate. “I was proud to speak about their accomplishments in front of the first graders of the Mary C. Burke School Complex and highlight why they have received this distinction. Congratulations again to all the awardees!”

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BOSTON – On December 7th, Senator DiDomenico joined veterans, the National Parks Service, and USS Constitution crew to remember the courageous servicemembers who were lost during the attack on Pearl Harbor 81 years ago. The commemoration took place on the USS Cassin Young, an historic WWII destroyer, and at the USS Constitution Museum where veterans and servicemembers spoke about this anniversary and its impact on our country.

“I was honored to join veterans in remembering and paying our respects to the many soldiers who tragically lost their lives on this day 81 years ago,” said Senator DiDomenico, Assistant Majority Leader of the Massachusetts Senate. “Serving our country in the military is a courageous and dangerous job, and I am proud to lead on legislative efforts that support and take care of our current servicemembers, veterans and their families. Pearl Harbor Day is also a time to reflect on the many heroes serving our country and the many sacrifices they make to keep our nation and residents safe.  We owe them a huge debt of gratitude for all they do for our country.”

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