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Education/Certification Info - High School
High school students looking toward careers in the business field can take advantage of some special programs
designed to give them the edge.
High School Programs
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NEW! MSCPA Mentoring Program
This unique mentoring program is designed for high school students,
college students and working professionals in Massachusetts who are interested in learning more about
careers in the accounting field.
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'Is Accounting for Me? From College to Career' Conference Attracts 140 Students and Teachers
Students were presented with the many faces of accounting through presentations, workshops, and panel discussions. Activities included an accounting jeopardy competition that challenged the students to identify the type of client service being provided by a CPA in a given scenario as well as an interactive computer lab session that demonstrated the use of accounting software. A panel of college students answered several questions about college life and the rigors of an accounting major. Teachers had their own networking session attended by Bentley faculty and admission representatives followed by a presentation on the "HiFi" financial literacy program established for inclusion in the high school curriculum.
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Bentley College Leadership Institute
This one-week residential camp provides high school juniors and seniors with an opportunity to learn about business and
entrepreneurship in a fun and informative way. For more information, contact the program coordinator, Richard Frese,
Associate Professor of Government, rfrese@bentley.edu.
Visit the Bentley College Leadership Institute
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UMass Careers in Accounting and Management Professions (CAMP)
A week-long program at UMASS Amherst to introduce minority students to various opportunities available in the
business world, especially accounting. For more information, contact Melvin Rodrigrez, Director of Diversity
in Management Education Services, UMASS Amherst, 413.545.5610 or
melvin@som.umass.edu.
Read about the 2005 CAMP.
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National Association of Black Accountants (NABA)
For information about NABA's high school outreach program and scholarships, contact Tommy Pace,
tommy.pace@nababoston.com.
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Association of Latino Professionals in Finance & Accounting (ALPFA)
ALPFA provides many programs and benefits to aspiring Latino students interested in accounting, finance or related
career professions. For more information about ALPFA's high school outreach program and scholarships, contact
Ernesto Galvan, ernesto.j.galvan@us.pwcglobal.com.
Visit the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance &
Accounting (ALPFA)
The following student programs are found in high schools throughout the Commonwealth. Students should check with their
accounting/business instructor to see if any are at their school.
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Business Professionals of America (BPA)
Students develop leadership, communication, and business skills by participating in leadership training programs and
competing in events for business communications, computer applications, information technology, business management
and financial management. For more information, contact Judy McKinstry, 508.485.9430, or e-mail her at
jmckinstry@assabet.mec.edu.
Visit the Business Professionals of America (BPA)
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Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)
DECA enhances the co-curricular education of students with interests in marketing, management and entrepreneurship
by providing opportunities to participate in competitive events, leadership development programs, job training and
community service. Students are eligible for special recognition awards and scholarships. For more information,
contact Donna McFadden, 617.228.2024, or e-mail her at dmcfadden@bhcc.mass.edu.
Visit the Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA)
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Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
Students interested in business or a business-related career have the opportunity to develop leadership and employment
skills, participate in competitions, and qualify for special awards and scholarships. For more information, contact
Carole Landry, 413.527.7680, landryc@massed.net.
Visit the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
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Junior Achievement of Northern New England
Curriculum in business, economics, math, ethics and personal finance. Simulations for students, classroom activities,
job shadowing, scholarships. For more information, contact Carolyn Bassuk, 617.368.3566,
cbassuk@ja-easternmass.org.
Visit the Junior Achievement of Northern New England
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National Academy Foundation - Academy of Finance
Operates as a school within a school, featuring two-to-four year academic programs that augment standard curricula.
In addition to their required courses, students take 1 or 2 specialized courses each semester, and a college-level
course in their senior year. Students complete 6-8 week paid internships and are introduced to all facets of the
financial services industry through job shadowing, mentoring, and field trips. Teachers receive curriculum, staff
development and technical assistance. To learn more about the Academy of Finance, contact
Lynn DiSimoni at Taconic High School in Pittsfield, ldisimoni@pittsfield.net.
Visit the National Academy Foundation
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National Foundation for the Teaching of Entrepreneurship (NFTE)
NFTE's mission is to teach entrepreneurship to young people from low-income communities to enhance their economic productivity by improving their business, academic, and life skills. NFTE's strategy for achieving this mission is to partner with schools, universities and community-based organizations; create innovative, experiential curricula; train and support teachers and youth workers; and provide supportive alumni services. For more information, contact Lori Perlow, Program Director at 781.239.3869 or via e-mail at LoriP@nfte.com.
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School-to-Career Services (Career and Technical Education)
Students gain job experience, employable skills, and the ability to make informed decisions regarding careers
and colleges. For more information, contact Maureen Lee-Locke, 781.338.3962,
mlee-locke@doe.mass.edu.
Visit School-to-Career Services
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