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Happy Holidays from MSPE

In this year of challenges, we are proud that our Society and its members created solutions to support our industry and each other.

All of us at MSPE are grateful for your continued fellowship and participation in our State’s chapter.

In the new year, we will share new resources and programs designed to enhance the value of your membership in our statewide and nationwide network of professional peers.  We wish you and your family a peaceful and healthy holiday season.

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Sept 16, 2020: Tour of BELD’s Watson Power Station

MSPE invites all members and non-member guests to join us on Wednesday, September 16 from 5 – 6:30 p.m. to experience a presentation and tour of the Braintree Electric Light Department’s power plant, the Watson Generating Station.

The event will kick off with introductions and refreshments, followed by a site overview presentation and safety notes before distribution of personal protective equipment (see below). Participants will then proceed to the production facility and begin touring the power plant.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 16, 2020 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: BELD Main Office | 150 Potter Road, Braintree, MA 02184
COST: FREE (with RSVP)

This event is limited to 25 participants and registration is first-come, first-served.
View full details and register now

 

COVID-19 Timely Info & Resources

Our world today is experiencing a crisis unlike any in recent memory. While members of the engineering profession are facing the same uncertainties as everyone else, NSPE and MSPE’s volunteer leaders and staff are firmly committed to doing the very best we can to help you through this very difficult time.

As you strive to stay on top of your professional and personal life, please know that we are your resource for professional support, connection, and career development.

CLICK HERE for full details about State Resources, and NSPE Resources

MSPE Briefings MAR/APR 2020

IN THIS ISSUE:
> NSPE Coronavirus Considerations
> Now Cancelled for April 14: Tour of BELD Power Plant
> Member News & Recognition
> Meet a Member: Brandon C. Steacy, PE
> MA MATHCOUNTS: Updates & Opportunities
> Event Recap: Tour of Symmons Industries Facility
> Take the Milton F. Lunch Ethics Contest Challenge! Entries Due April 20
> MSPE is Now Affiliated with TECET | See Our New Mailing Address
> Welcome New & Rejoined Members
> Your NSPE/MSPE Member Benefits

NSPE Coronavirus Considerations

As responsible professionals, the members of the National Society of Professional Engineers and the community of technicians certified under NSPE’s NICET programs understand the importance of holding paramount the public health, safety, and welfare. NSPE continues to monitor international, national, state, and local developments arising as a result of the Coronavirus outbreak and is taking all appropriate steps consistent with the guidance issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to protect its employees, members, and other customers while maintaining the maximum level of operations in the performance of its services.

We want to make you aware of the actions we have taken and the issues we considered in doing so. READ FULL MESSAGE

Volunteer Opportunities to Support Our State’s Mathletes This February

Chapter Competitions begin Saturday, February 1 2020; the first of 7 contests in Feb at middle schools throughout MA, leading up to the State Competition on March 7.

OPPORTUNITY to VOLUNTEER just 3 to 4 hours of your time 
at one (or more) of 8 competitions
Nearly 100 volunteers are needed to support 7 Chapter Competitions in February at middle schools throughout the state, as well as the State Competition in March.
No experience is necessary; you must simply be over 21 and not related to a competing student. The commitment is just 3-4 hours, serving as a proctor or scorer.
CLICK HERE for full details, including the competition schedule.  Please email the Chapter Coordinator of any competition for which you can volunteer.

Here is Why YOU Should Support Massachusetts MATHCOUNTS Math Enrichment Program this Year

Here in Massachusetts, the MATHCOUNTS program is strong – BUT it can only happen if it is supported by volunteers and sponsors.

SOME IMPORTANT KEY STATISTICS:

  • In the history of the competition, only California has won more National Championships.
  • The Massachusetts Team has won the National Competition in 1997, 1999, 2012 and 2013. Massachusetts Individuals have won the Individual Title in 1991, 1998 and in 2013. We look forward to continuing this winning tradition.
  • In 2017, Massachusetts placed 8th out of 56 State Teams and 3 of the 4 Individuals placed in the Top 25% of all 224 competitors.

HOW YOU CAN HELP
Here are several types of ways to contribute your time, talent, or financial support. EACH way is important, and goes far in supporting this vital program…

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Northeast Region NSPE Members Invited to Participate in ‘What NSPE Means to ME’ Contest

Kenneth R. Skinger, PE, Esq., Northeast Regional Delegate for NSPE and Past President of MSPE, invites ALL members of Northeast Societies of NSPE to participate in a contest, “What NSPE Means to Me”. He will personally award a gift of two tickets to the 2016 MSPE Holiday Feast ($250 value) to the member who submits the entry deemed most compelling by a Contest Review Committee.

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Brightest Young Math Students Win State MATHCOUNTS Competition; National Competition is May 8-9

Our state’s brightest young math students gathered on Saturday, March 5 for the2016 MA State MATHCOUNTS WinnersMassachusetts State MATHCOUNTS Competition, and four of them — two girls and two boys, out of 136 students representing 36 Massachusetts middle schools — emerged as State Champions.  This accomplishment earned each winner a full four-year scholarship to Wentworth University, as well as the coveted opportunity to represent our state at the National MATHCOUNTS Competition on May 7-10 in Washington, DC.

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