METCO Advocacy day at the State House

Description

The most impactful way to help the Arlington METCO program right now is to show up at Advocacy Day at the State House to demonstrate our support for the program and the need for continued funding at the state level. Without this funding, the program would require major cuts in staff and programming. We would really love a large turnout from the Arlington community to show our support. Click here for more info and to register. 

 

From its earliest years, the state of Massachusetts has allocated funding to METCO’s partner districts for transportation, staffing, and programming, as well as administrative and program costs at METCO Inc. and Springfield.

We need you to come and help advocate for continuation and increase of METCO's funding!

Just being present says a lot! But by meeting your legislators in person, you get the chance to:

  • Share personal stories and connections
  • Speak to issues relevant to your district and life
  • Emphasize impact of the program 
This year, we are implementing a regional breakout meeting model - building from the success of last year's regional advocacy day model that allows legislators to hear from all of their relevant districts, combined with the high-energy atmosphere of the traditional Advocacy Day! 
 
Groups are encouraged! This is a great fieldtrip as well to show our students about the legislative funding process and meet legislators. 

EVENT DETAILS

Date: April 13, 2026 from 10 am to 1:30 pm

Location: Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02133

                  2nd Floor, Great Hall of Flags 

SCHEDULE

Registration/breakfast: 10:00 -10:30 am

Program at 10:30 am to 11:30 am

Regional meetings begin at 12:30 pm

Buses from METCO Inc. (11 Roxbury Street, Roxbury, MA) to the State House at 8:15 am (returning from State House at 1:30 pm)

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

 

Ongoing: We can always use more donations, either in the form of money (Venmo or check), or in physical items donated. The funds go directly to supporting Boston students by providing snacks, activities and funds to allow them to participate in Arlington community activities.

Click here to donate money via Venmo

Checks can be mailed to

Friends of Arlington METCO

PO Box 355

Arlington, MA 02476

Click here to see a wishlist of items

Location
Massachusetts State House, 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02133
Date/Time(s)
Monday, April 13, 2026 10:00am
Calendar
Community