Admissions Information

Applications to LVTI for the 2026-2027 school year:

As of September 2025, all vocational schools in the state must follow the new policy regulations which require all vocational schools to adopt a lottery system for the admission of all grades. Below is the new policy in detail for each grade that requires an application at Lynn Tech.

**Current 7^th graders, apply here: Grade 8 Discovery Academy Application (Current 7th graders)

** Current 8^th graders, apply here: Grade 9 LVTI Admission Application (Current 8th graders)

Section 1: ALL APPLICATIONS

Students will earn 1-4 tickets to the weighted lottery based on the following:

Students can earn up to 4 entries into the lottery drawing based on the information shared above.

**INFORMATION FOR FALL 2026**

Section 2: Applying for Grade 8 (Current 7^th graders)

Students will be offered fall admission to the 8th grade using the following system:

All applicants will receive tickets (1 to 4) to the weighted lottery, as described above.

Lynn Public Schools will conduct the lottery process in accordance with state regulations (publicly accessible and with at least one week’s notice to the public).

Beginning Fall 2026, students admitted as 8th grade students at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute will remain enrolled through grade 12.

Timeline:

• Application Portal Opens: October 31^st 2025

• Application Deadline: January 23^rd 2026

• Lottery Drawing: February 2026

• Notification of Admission: February 2026

• Waitlist Validity: Until the next admission cycle

Section 3: Applying for Grade 9 (Current 8^th graders)

Students will be offered fall admission to the 9th grade using the following system:

Applicants will receive tickets (1 to 4) to the weighted lottery, as described above.

Lynn Public Schools will conduct the lottery process in accordance with state regulations (publicly accessible and with at least one week’s notice to the public).

Timeline:

Application Portal Opens: October 31^st 2025
Application Deadline: January 23^rd 2026
Lottery Drawing: February 2026
Notification of Admission: February 2026
Waitlist Validity: Until the next admission cycle

Section 4: Applying for Grade 10 (Current 9^th graders)

Application Link: Grade 10 admission application (Current 9th graders)

Students will be offered fall admission to the 10^th grade using the following system: Applicants will receive tickets (1 to 4) to the weighted lottery.

Timeline:

Application Portal Opens: October 31^st 2025
Application Deadline: March 1^st 2025
Lottery Drawing: June 2026
Notification of Admission: June 2026
Waitlist Validity: Until the next admissions cycle

Section 5: Out of District students (Currently not enrolled in Lynn Public Schools)

If you are currently interested in applying to Lynn Tech for Grade 8 or Grade 9, please reach out via email at [email protected].

If you have any questions, please contact us via email at [email protected] or call 781-477-7420. Thank you!

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Lynn Public Schools offers a range of options for secondary school students.

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute (LVTI) is Lynn Public Schools’ career and technical education school for grades 8 through 12.

LVTI requires an application process to enroll. The application for rising 8^th and 9^th graders will open on October 31, 2025, with a submission deadline of January 23, 2026.

LPS will hold several events and information sessions so that parents and caregivers can find the best fit for their student. For detailed information on secondary school options at LPS, including an overview of each school’s process and important dates, please click here to visit our High School Choices webpage .

The city-wide high school application will open on October 31, 2025.

Enrolling at LVTI

What is Lynn Vocational Technical Institute?
LVTI is a trade school, sometimes called a vocational school. LVTI offers 18 career/technical areas that all students explore before choosing a career path to study for the final three years of high school. Co-operative education and internships are also available to juniors and seniors who meet eligibility requirements. These students can transition into the workplace, offering them advanced on-the-job training that often leads to full time employment upon graduation.

How is Lynn Vocational Technical Institute different from other school options in Lynn?
LVTI is a career-centered school. In 8^th and 9^th grades at LVTI, students explore different career options. By the end of 9th grade, each student will choose a career-focused “shop” and will learn the skills of that trade for the next 3 years of high school. In 11th and 12th grade, students will alternate weeks in their shop and their academic classes. Students also have the option to do a “co-op” work experience. These students do hands-on work in their trade on shop weeks instead of reporting to school each day.

What grades does Lynn Vocational Technical Institute have?
LVTI offers grades 8 through 12. Current 7th grade students admitted during this cycle to enter as 8th grade students at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute in September 2026 will remain enrolled through grade 12.

What career focused “shops” does Lynn Vocational Technical Institute offer for students to choose from?
LVTI offers the below programs:

Advanced Manufacturing	Students learn to design, build, and fix complex products using modern machines and technology.
Auto Collision & Repair	Students learn how to fix cars and trucks after an accident, including straightening damaged frames and repainting the vehicle.
Automotive Technology	Students learn how to inspect, diagnose, and repair the mechanical and electrical systems of cars and trucks.
Carpentry	Students learn how to measure, cut, and join wood to build and repair buildings, homes, and furniture.
Construction Craft Laborers	Students learn the essential, hands-on skills needed on a construction site, such as safety, tools, and preparing the building area.
Cosmetology	Students learn professional skills in cutting, coloring, and styling hair, as well as giving manicures, pedicures, and skin treatments.
Culinary Arts	Students learn how to prepare, cook, and serve a variety of foods professionally, like a chef in a restaurant kitchen.
Early Childhood Education	Students learn how to properly care for and teach young children in daycare centers or preschools.
Electrical	Students learn how to safely install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring and systems in homes and businesses.
Graphic Communications & Design	Students learn how to use computers and software to create visual designs for print, websites, and logos.
Health Technology	Students learn the basic knowledge and skills needed to work as an assistant in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other health care settings.
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC)	Students learn how to install, fix, and maintain the systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings.
Information Technology (IT)	Students learn how to set up, maintain, and fix computer hardware, software, and network systems.
Metal Fabrication & Joining	Students learn techniques like welding to cut, shape, and permanently connect pieces of metal to build structures and products.
Plumbing	Students learn how to install and repair the pipes, fixtures, and drainage systems that deliver water and remove waste from buildings.
Precision Machining	Students learn how to operate high-tech machines to create extremely accurate metal and plastic parts.
Radio and Television Broadcasting	Students learn how to operate cameras, edit video, and manage sound and lighting to create content for TV, radio, and online media.
Biotechnology	Students learn to work with living organisms and biological systems in a lab to develop new medicines, products, or scientific solutions.

Who is eligible to attend Lynn Vocational Technical Institute?
Current 7^th and 8^th grade students who are residents of the City of Lynn may apply for next year’s 8^th and 9^th grade classes.

How can my child enroll at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute?
There is one high school application form for Lynn Public Schools’ special admissions schools. Students interested in attending LVTI must complete the high school application form, which is open now and will close on January 23, 2026.

Click here to see the full admissions policy for LVTI.

Students who are not admitted will be added to a waitlist.

What are the benefits of attending LVTI?
LVTI provides a career-focused education where students gain hands-on skills in their chosen trade, leading to a high school diploma and valuable career certification. This training prepares graduates for employment in high-demand fields or for further education after high school. Through co-operative Education, juniors and seniors can gain on-the-job experience that often translates directly into full-time employment after graduation. LVTI students develop practical skills for the workforce alongside traditional academic classes.

Timeline and Important Dates

No late applications can be accepted.

Event	Date/Time	Details
LVTI Open House	October 9^th, 5:30-7:30pm	Attend to learn more about LVTI and our vocational shops.
Application Opens	October 31st	Access the application by clicking here or pick up a physical copy at the LPS Welcome Center.
Application Deadline	January 23^rd	The application for all 3 special admissions schools (CASA, FDCA, LVTI) will close at 11:59pm midnight.
Notification of Acceptance/Waitlist	Late February	Families are notified of the application results.
Enrollment Commitment	March 6^th	Families must formally accept the enrollment offer by this deadline to secure their student’s spot.
Waitlist Acceptances	On a rolling basis beginning late March	Students on the waitlist will be offered seats on a rolling basis until each incoming class is full.