波士頓市青少年暑期有薪就業計劃即日起開放申請

(市長辦公室圖片， Isabel Leon攝)

（Boston Orange編譯）波士頓市長吳弭（Michelle Wu）和青年就業與機會辦公室（YEO）31日宣佈，以14 至 24 歲青少年為對象的2026年度夏季青年有薪就業計畫即日起開放申請。4 月 18 日（週六）在 Reggie Lewis 中心將有100多家雇主參加的大型「青年就業與資源博覽會」。

           波士頓市府指出，「青年就業與資源博覽會」今年採取「分流預約制」，分為上午與下午兩場時段供民眾預先登記。100 多家雇主將在現場接受報名，提供協助與職涯資源諮詢。

(Mayor's Office Photo by Isabel Leon)

         市長吳弭在發佈會上表示，市內每個年輕人都應享有成長、學習並邁向未來的機會，這項夏季計畫每年都敞開大門，讓數以萬計青年在實踐中磨練技能、探索職涯興趣。並期望透過提早申請，讓更多青年能充分利用市府提供的各項資源。

(Mayor's Office Photo by Isabel Leon)

           波士頓市府的「futureBOS」整合了「SuccessLink」在內的所有市府職缺，已成為波士頓青年求職的中心樞紐。去年波士頓市府與各界夥伴攜手，成功雇用超過 10,500 名青年，今年估計規模相似。市長推動的「青年就業保證」政策，波士頓公校（BPS）學生有優先參與權。去年夏季，BPS 學生的參與比例已達 58%，今年市府也計畫進一步走進校園舉辦招聘會，掃除弱勢學生在就業上的重重障礙。

              根據東北大學（Northeastern University）的研究報告，此類就業計畫不僅能改善青年的經濟與學術表現，對促進社群安全與降低青少年犯罪率亦有顯著成效。該計畫還四家在地銀行合作，結合「Bank On Boston」金融教育服務，提供免手續費的銀行帳戶，輔導參與暑期工計劃青年建立正確的理財觀念與儲蓄習慣，避免落入掠奪性金融陷阱。

(Mayor's Office Photo by Isabel Leon)

              2026 年夏季青少年就業計畫預計 6 月 23 日正式開始，8 月 29 日結束。市府官員呼籲，由於申請採滾動式審核，建議有意參加計劃的青年儘早登錄官網完成報名。如需實體協助，民眾可於週一至週五前往位於Roxbury 的辦公室諮詢，或透過官方網站獲取詳細的申請指南。

MAYOR MICHELLE WU ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF BOSTON’S SUMMER YOUTH JOBS PROGRAM

BOSTON – Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity (YEO) today announced that paid youth job applications are open for summer 2026. Boston youth and young adults ages 14 - 24 can apply now at futureBOS, a centralized hub for all youth employment opportunities in Boston, including opportunities from SuccessLink, the City's youth jobs program. This announcement builds on Mayor Wu’s work to make Boston a home for everyone. 

 

“Every young person in our City deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and get started on a strong path to their future,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “Each summer, this program opens doors by giving Boston’s youth hands-on work experience, new skills, and the chance to explore what they’re interested in. We’re working to ensure these opportunities reach young people across the city, and I encourage everyone to apply early and take advantage of the resources available.”

 

"Expanding opportunities for young people during the summer is essential to ensuring they have meaningful experiences outside the classroom and during their free time. Investing in youth through jobs, programming, and career pathways is one of the most effective ways to support individual success while strengthening community safety," said City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata (District 1). "Boston’s Summer Youth Jobs Program provides our young people with the opportunity to explore their interests, gain valuable skills, and build a foundation for their future."

 

Managed by the Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity, futureBOS recruits and hires Boston youth in engaging and meaningful employment experiences that advance their professional and personal development. Research from Northeastern University also demonstrates that the City’s youth employment program positively impacts a range of economic, academic, and criminal justice outcomes for youth. Mayor Wu continues to prioritize investing in these opportunities. Last summer, over 10,500 youth were hired through the YEO or through the support of external partners, our goal is to maintain that commitment next summer.  

 

“We know young people want and need summer jobs more than ever and are thankful for the continued commitment of our Mayor, partners, and communities to this work,” said Allison Vernerey, Executive Director of the Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity. “Our team is focused on ensuring job opportunities are accessible to all young people of Boston, that the onboarding process is streamlined year after year, and that high-quality career readiness is provided in all programs.”

 

The Mayor’s Youth Jobs Guarantee remains a central pillar of futureBOS’ employment efforts, ensuring every eligible Boston Public Schools (BPS) student who wants a job can access one. YEO collaborates with school leaders and community partners to meet students where they are, reduce barriers, and expand direct, streamlined pathways for students to access job opportunities. As a result, BPS students accounted for 58% of summer 2025 youth job participants. This summer, YEO will continue to deepen its partnership with BPS to host dedicated hiring events during school time to support students in gaining early work experience that builds confidence, skills, and sets them up for long-term future success. Event dates and information will be available on this webpage at a later date.

 

“We are committed to ensuring that every Boston Public Schools student has access to experiences that support their growth both inside and outside the classroom,” said Boston Public Schools Superintendent Mary Skipper. “Summer jobs for our youth create meaningful pathways for students to explore their interests, gain real-world experience, develop critical skills and build pathways toward college and careers. Through our continued partnership with the City of Boston and the Office of Youth Employment and Opportunity, we are working to expand access, remove barriers and connect students to these opportunities while they are still in high school, setting them up for success beyond graduation.”

 

Each year, YEO partners with more than 200 Boston-based organizations to offer high-quality youth employment opportunities. This summer, the office will support 145 programs and 83 City agencies. Of particular note, YEO will support organizations that prioritize proven at-risk youth populations through a partnership with the State's Commonwealth Corporation YouthWorks, ensuring that disadvantaged youth have equitable access to jobs. 

 

"ZUMIX is honored to work alongside our coalition partners, WordPowered, and the City of Boston's SuccessLink program to provide purposeful first employment experiences for Boston youth,” said Brittany Thomas, Senior Director of Operations at ZUMIX. “For 35 years, ZUMIX youth have been making art, building connections, and imagining successful futures for themselves.  Our youth staff this summer will continue this legacy – growing their talents as musicians, media makers, program facilitators, and co-producers of our outdoor concert series.  Thank you to Mayor Wu and the Office for Youth Employment and Opportunity for accompanying Boston youth, as they realize the creative potential within themselves and our city."

 

YEO goes beyond employment by partnering with Bank On Boston to provide youth with financial education and banking opportunities. Of note, four local banks – Santander Bank, Citizens Bank, M&T Bank, and Metro Credit Union – will continue providing non-custodial, no-fee options to futureBOS participants, making it easy for them to open safe, non-predatory bank accounts, facilitating access to their summer earnings, and instilling good financial habits. 

 

Youth are strongly encouraged to attend the Youth Job and Resource Fair at the Reggie Lewis Center on Saturday, April 18, 2026, to connect with over 100 summer employers, access career development resources, receive job application assistance, open bank accounts, and win prizes. Food will be provided for all young people. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend. This year, YEO is introducing a new timed entry-wave model to meet growing demand and ensure a safe event for all. 

 

Registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis and both time slots will offer access to the same resources for young people. Youth are able to register at this link and must select one time slot to attend the Fair: 

 

·       Future is Bright Fair – Wave A: Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

·       Making Money Moves Fair – Wave B: Saturday, April 18 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

 

The summer youth employment program starts on June 23 and ends on August 29, 2026. Job applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, but youth are encouraged to apply early. There is a step-by-step guide available online to help youth navigate the application process. Youth can also visit the office in person, Monday - Friday, with dedicated onboarding hours from 12 pm to 5 pm at 1483 Tremont Street in Roxbury, or call 617-635-4202 for additional assistance. For more information, visit boston.gov/futureBOS.

Massachusetts Awarded Over $22.2 Million in Federal Homeland Security Grant Funds

Massachusetts Awarded Over $22.2 Million in Federal Homeland Security Grant Funds 

Terrorism Prevention Funds Support Statewide Efforts, Benefit Large Event Security 

  

BOSTON – The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced that Massachusetts has been awarded $22,229,725 in federal funding through the Federal Fiscal Year 2025 Homeland Security Grant Program to support efforts to prevent acts of terrorism. The funds will support local, regional and statewide initiatives that strengthen the state’s preparedness and enhance public safety. In Massachusetts, the grants are managed and administered by the Office of Grants and Research (OGR) within the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS). 

 

The first round of grants, totaling $18,883,779, has been awarded to the state’s Regional Homeland Security Advisory Councils to support critical public safety programs. The remaining funds will be distributed later this spring to state agencies through a competitive application process. 

 

“Our administration is committed to doing everything we can to keep Massachusetts residents safe,” said Governor Maura Healey. “These funds will strengthen preparedness across our state, support the work of first responders and ensure our communities are ready to respond when emergencies happen. We’re grateful for the leadership of Attorney General Campbell for opposing the Trump Administration’s attempts to reduce this funding and winning back the full amount that Massachusetts deserves.” 

 

“The investments made through these grants will help ensure that Massachusetts communities are safer and better prepared in the event of a catastrophic event,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “These funds allow communities to prepare for emergencies through planning, training and securing equipment that will save lives.” 

 

“These investments strengthen the partnerships that keep Massachusetts safe. By supporting coordination, planning, training and critical capabilities, this funding helps local, regional and state agencies work together to prevent threats, protect communities and respond effectively when emergencies occur,” said Public Safety and Security Secretary Gina Kwon. “We’re grateful for the continued partnership of our regional councils, first responders and public safety professionals statewide.” 

 

“The projects funded through these grants represent the state’s highest security priorities, based on threat and risk assessments,” said OGR Executive Director Kevin Stanton. “We will continue to work with our state and local partners to ensure the resilience of our communities and our ability to protect the state against threats.” 

 

Each regional council represents the towns and cities within their area of the state: Central, Northeast, Metro-Boston, Southeast and Western regions.  

 

The Metro-Boston region is the only area in Massachusetts federally designated under the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI), which reflects the region’s high population density and threat level. A portion of the funds awarded to the Metro-Boston council will go to the City of Boston Office of Emergency Management to serve as the council’s fiduciary agent.  

 

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) was selected through a competitive bid to serve as the fiduciary agent for the Central, Northeast, Southeast and Western councils. 

 

Critical statewide programs funded through this round of awards include support for EOPSS’ Statewide Interoperability Coordinator and the Massachusetts State Police Commonwealth Fusion Center and its Commonwealth Critical Infrastructure Program.  

 

A second round of grants will be awarded to state public safety agencies that submitted funding requests through a competitive application process, and a portion of the remaining federal grant funds will support grant management costs necessary to ensure the effective use of the public funds and compliance with federal program requirements. 

 

Grant Recipient	Award Amount
Central Regional Homeland Security Advisory Council	$834,984
Northeast Regional Homeland Security Advisory Council	$1,231,990
Southeast Regional Homeland Security Advisory Council	$1,031,643
Metro-Boston Regional Homeland Security Advisory Council/UASI	$13,471,070
Western Regional Homeland Security Advisory Council	$998,457
Massachusetts State Police	$1,100,000
Metropolitan Area Planning Committee	$215,635

 

Homeland Security Grant Program funds are allocated to states by Congress. However, FEMA reduced the amount of FFY25 funding that would be awarded to states, including Massachusetts, and added new requirements for grant recipients.  

 

In recent years, Homeland Security Grant Program funds have been used for projects that include: 

• Equipping and launching pre-hospital blood transfusion programs based in Canton, Lawrence and Mansfield;  
• Intensive swiftwater boat operator and water rescue training for the Western Massachusetts Technical Rescue Team; 
• Radio upgrades to improve first responder communication in Central Massachusetts communities; and 
• The production of a guide to interoperability best practices for schools developed by the Northeaster Regional Homeland Security Advisory Council in collaboration with EOPSS’ Statewide Interoperability Coordinator and Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee. 

慶祝美國250週年 波士頓抒情歌聚院推出新版「聯隊之花」

聯隊之花海報。（公關公司提供）

           (Boston Orange編譯)波士頓抒情歌劇院（Boston Lyric Opera, BLO）慶祝美國建國 250 週年，訂 4 月 24 日至 5 月 3 日，在愛默生柯羅尼亞劇院（Emerson Colonial Theatre）推出全新製作，根據麻州真人真事改編的董尼采第（Gaetano Donizetti）經典喜歌劇「聯隊之花（Daughter of the Regiment）」。

華裔指揮家郭凱立（Kelly Kuo)。（圖片取自郭凱立個人網站）

這齣新版改編喜歌劇，把革命時期發生在波士頓的故事，套用在董尼采第（Gaetano Donizetti）經典喜歌劇「聯隊之花（Daughter of the Regiment）」上，重新述說一名被遺棄在波士頓「自由之樹（Liberty Tree）」下的女嬰瑪麗（Marie），由薩爾皮斯上校（Colonel Sulpice）所領導的民兵團扶養長大。多年後，性格獨立的瑪麗與勇敢的局外人托尼奧（Tonio）陷入熱戀時，發現自己具有貴族身分，被迫在民兵團的袍澤情誼與上流社會的教條束縛中做出抉擇。

 

曾獲OBIE 獎的波士頓劇作家 Kirsten Greenidge，從喬裝成男兵參戰的麻州傳奇女性 Deborah Sampson，以及美國首位出版詩集的非裔女性作家 Phillis Wheatley這2名真實歷史人物故事中擷取靈感，以美國革命時期的麻州為背景，結合歷史與當代幽默，改編劇本，撰寫全新英文對白的虛數一場關於愛，忠誠與獨立精神的華麗冒險。

 

這齣劇也是BLO「革命之聲（Voices of Revolution）」計劃的核心項目，透過藝術來發掘，展現美國建國始終被遺忘的聲音。BLO 總經理 Bradley Vernatter 表示：「這是一個關於歸屬感與勇氣的故事，與波士頓追求獨立的精神共鳴。在建國 250 週年之際推出，格外具有意義」。

 

在歌劇演出外，BLO 還安排了一系列周邊活動，包括4 月 7 日在 波士頓公共圖書館舉辦「聯隊之花」歌劇之夜，以對談與演唱探討革命女性地位，以及6 月 13 至 14 日， 舉辦「她在現場（She Was There）」系列活動，藉電影、音樂與對話聚焦非裔革命女性的故事。

 

BLO的「聯隊之花」由Reno室內交響樂團音樂主任兼美國抒情劇院副藝術總監郭凱立（Kelly Kuo ）擔任現場演奏指揮，John de los Santos 執導。主演陣容包括女高音 Brenda Rae（飾演瑪麗）、Spencer Britten（飾演托尼奧）及 Kenneth Kellogg（飾演薩爾皮斯上校）。舞台設計 Liliana Duque Piñeiro 與服裝設計 Oana Botez 將攜手重現 18 世紀波士頓的革命風情。

 

「聯隊之花 （Daughter of the Regiment））」的演出日期及場次，分別為4 月 24 日及5月1日這2個週五晚上的7點半，以及4 月 26 日和5 月 3 日這2個週日的下午3點。演出地點地址為Emerson Colonial Theatre (106 Boylston St, Boston)。門票40 美元起，現正於 blo.org/daughter 線上熱售中。（更新版）

Healey-Driscoll Administration Opens Application for $15 Million in Capital Grants to Expand Career Technical Education

Healey-Driscoll Administration Opens Application for $15 Million in Capital Grants to Expand Career Technical Education

 

Grants support expansion, modernization, and increased enrollment capacity 

by 400-600 seats for career tech at comprehensive high schools

 

BOSTON – The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced it is accepting applications for $15 million in capital grants to help school districts to expand and modernize career technical education (CTE) programs at comprehensive high schools. These grants will add an estimated 400-600 additional CTE seats across Massachusetts. 

 

Through this Career Technical Education (CTE) capital grant pilot program, eligible comprehensive high schools — traditional high schools that offer a broad academic curriculum — will be able to use the funding to reduce waitlists for CTE programs, expand capacity to meet the needs of regional employers, and increase equitable access to career and technical training for students pursuing in-demand careers like manufacturing, mechanics, health care and social assistance. The grant pilot focuses on annex facility capacity expansion and modernization, which are specialized, modern, off-site or added spaces offering classroom space that simulates real-world work. 

 

“Our administration is committed to ensuring every student has access to a high-quality career. We are investing $15 million to expand access to career technical education and make sure more students can get the skills they need for good-paying jobs,” said Governor Maura Healey. “These grants will help schools expand hands-on learning opportunities, reduce waitlists, grow high-quality programs and connect more students with the skills employers across our state are looking for.” 

 

“Career technical education opens doors for students and strengthens our workforce,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “By expanding capacity at comprehensive high schools, we’re helping more students access hands-on learning and preparing them for success.” 

 

As part of the administration’s Reimagining High School initiative, CTE programs in standalone CTE schools and in comprehensive high schools equip students with the skills they need to succeed in today’s job market. Signature components of CTE programs include at least 900 hours of immersive learning time, co-operative education in partnership with local employers, and opportunities to earn high-value, industry recognized credentials. Career tech programs are offered during the school day at approved CTE schools and programs and some after school to provide additional public-school students with access, as well as on evenings and weekends for adult learners through the Career Technical Initiative (CTI). 

 

Funding for the CTE grant pilot program comes from a supplemental budget Governor Healey signed in June that included $100 million in Fair Share dollars to add more than 3,000 CTE seats over three years. Grants will be administered by the Executive Office of Education in consultation with the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. 

 

“Massachusetts employers are looking for skilled workers, and our schools play a critical role in preparing the next generation of talent,” said Education Secretary Stephen Zrike. “These investments will help our public high schools build or expand high-quality CTE programs that will provide students with meaningful pathways into the workforce.” 

 

“Expanding access to Career Technical Education helps Massachusetts prepare future talent and meet the needs of employers” said Labor and Workforce Development Secretary Lauren Jones. “This capital investment is a win-win for our workforce—improving critical infrastructure in our schools, closing the skills gaps among students and adult learners to compete in growing fields, and engaging employers looking for future talent in regions across the Commonwealth.” 

 

This is the second CTE capital opportunity the administration has made available this fiscal year to expand access. Earlier, the administration opened applications for comprehensive high schools and career technical schools to apply for $60 million in CTE program capital grants. The multi-year funding supports expansion of existing and new career tech programs, as well as for the purchase and installation of equipment.  

 

“This administration is finding new ways to expand access to career and technical education in diverse school settings,” said Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Pedro Martinez. “I have seen during my visits to schools excellent career and technical facilities, including an ambulance simulator for health students. I'm pleased that the administration is responding to demand so that more students can access these types of learning.” 

 

"Today marks a major step toward improving education outcomes for our students. Ensuring access to high quality career technical education has been a longstanding priority for the Senate because we know that when our youth succeed, our Commonwealth's future is brighter," said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “We know many of our students want to enroll in CTE programs and these grants will help expand access. I'm proud of the Senate for leading the way on this initiative and thankful to the Healey-Driscoll administration for working with us to get these funds to our schools.” 

 

CTE is the largest College and Career Pathway in Massachusetts, with more than 12,500 graduating students participating in at least one CTE program in 2025. The number of CTE graduates has grown by 9 percent—1,006 more statewide graduates—when compared to 2022. Currently, 27 percent of high schools provide CTE programs. In August, the administration designated 18 new CTE programs at 16 high schools, including the second aviation maintenance program in the state. 

 

"I’ve worked closely with the Healey-Driscoll administration to make public educational funding a top priority for K-12 students across Massachusetts. I’m thrilled to see the launch of the career technical education (CTE) grant pilot program, providing $15 million for CTE academic curriculums and workforce training,” said State Senator Michael J. Rodrigues, Chair of the Senate Committee on Ways and Means. “In today’s global economy, traditional high schools can now offer CTE programs to give public high school students the tools they need to compete in today’s changing job market. I was proud to lead the effort in last year’s supplemental budget to support funding for this innovative co-operative education partnership with local employers who are on the lookout for these in-demand specialized skill sets.”  

 

“Increasing opportunities for more students to access Career Technical Education programs is exactly what the Fair Share Amendment was meant to do,” said Senator Jason Lewis, Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Education. “These grants will allow more students to explore potential career paths, partner with local employers to learn new skills, and earn industry credentials before graduating high school.” 

 

"CTE programs empower students to pursue careers they are passionate about while helping employers meet their workforce needs with skilled, well-prepared individuals,” said Representative Ken Gordon, House Chair of the Joint Committee on Education. “The Legislature and the Administration have made these grant programs a priority because they deliver meaningful value by strengthening both student success and our broader workforce.” 

 

The deadline for applications for the capital grants is April 28, 2026.  More information can be found in COMMBUYS.