Official Page: Public Independent Vocational and Agricultural High School
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School is a public high school for residents from all of Hampshire & Hampden counties on a "space available" basis. Students spend alternating weeks in shop and academic programs as they prepare for both a high school diploma and a Certificate of Occupational Proficiency. Graduates of Smith School are expected to meet academic standards, achieve occupational
06/22/2026
Happy Retirement to Facilities Manager Tim Smith (29 years of service); Plumbing teacher Scott Paterson (27 yrs); Custodian Thom Phaneuf (17 yrs); Director of Security Kevin Brown (13 yrs); Nurse Suzanne Martino (4 yrs); and Electrical teacher Ray Racine (3 yrs)
Enjoy your well-deserved time off!
Pictured, l-r: Superintendent Dr. Andrew Linkenhoker, Ray Racine, Kevin Brown, Principal Joseph Bianca
06/22/2026
Congratulations to Special Education teacher Jessica Moulton, recipient of this year's Superintendent's Award! As head of the Special Education department, Jessica's intelligence, compassion and leadership skills were in higher demand than usual this year for various reasons, and she managed it all with grace.
06/18/2026
We counted our blessings, and came up with 44...
We are so very grateful to our big-hearted PTO for another fabulous luncheon, made with love, and for all the support throughout the year. All of us at SVAHS wish you a well-deserved, relaxing summer.
06/18/2026
All the kids (even the four-footed ones) had a field day this week, enjoying the beautiful weather and the company of one another before parting for the summer. We are thankful for such a wonderful student body and wish all a wonderful and safe summer!
06/10/2026
Yay Tommy! We're so proud of and happy for you!
06/04/2026
It was a beautiful day for a parade, and spectators turned out to cheer on our bedecked bovines who were milking the occasion to celebrate . If you like ice cream, milk, butter, cheese, yogurt, etc. you have these workhorses...er...workcows to thank! Learn fun facts about dairy at https://loom.ly/iDkpofs
05/29/2026
We are so proud of Coach Bonilla; he's a gift to our athletic program!
(and his record is now at 103 wins.....we've been a little busy sending off our seniors this week)
05/29/2026
They came from diverse backgrounds when they started high school and after their common experience @ SVAHS our graduates' paths will diverge again: to college, the workplace, the military, or adventure. But "No longer is it about boundaries on a map or the differences between us. It is about coming together, working together, and realizing we are more alike than different," - Superintendent Dr. Andrew Linkenhoker
🎓Congratulations to the Class of 2026!🎓
05/28/2026