State of Education 2026: A Shared Vision for Worcester’s Students

Worcester Education Collaborative invites you to the inaugural State of Education event for Worcester, a public forum bringing together educators, policymakers, community leaders, and residents to explore the current landscape of public education and champion the actions needed to advance the next stage of equity and excellence for Worcester's students.

At a time of significant change and opportunity, this event will highlight key data, elevate community perspectives, and foster shared understanding around the issues shaping our schools—from literacy and graduation pathways to enrollment trends and school infrastructure. Together, we will begin to align around the priorities and actions needed to ensure all students in Worcester have access to high-quality, equitable learning experiences.

What to expect:

State of Education Address from Worcester Public Schools leadership
Key Data & Trends Presentation on student outcomes and system conditions
Panel Discussion featuring local and statewide education leaders
Opportunities for Engagement with fellow attendees and community voices
Early Insights into Priorities & Next Steps for Worcester’s education future

Highlighted Speakers/Panelists:

Brian Allen, Superintendent, Worcester Public Schools
Viviana M. Abreu-Hernandez, President, Mass Budget & Policy
Dr. Chad D’Entremont, Executive Director, Rennie Center

Event: Worcester State of Education 2026

Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Location: Worcester Technical High School

Hosted by: Worcester Education Collaborative in partnership with the Voices for Academic Equity Coalition

We encourage you to pre-register in advance to save your seat!

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Sponsorship opportunities for this summit are currently available. For more info, we encourage you to reach out directly to jennifer.herring@wecollaborative.org.

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