IMPORTANT NOTICE
OCVTS is operating on a regular schedule today, 1/7/25. If a student’s home school district has a delayed opening, they will not be considered tardy for OCVTS this morning. This applies to our Academies (ALPS, GPAA, and MATES), as well as our Shared-Time Vocational Programs (Shared-Time: If sending districts have a delayed opening students will not be marked absent).
Due to the inclement weather expected in the area the OCVTS district will be closed on Monday, January 3, 2022. Adult evening school will also be closed.
AN INDUSTRY-LEADING LEARNING EXPERIENCE
YOU'RE INVITED
TO OUR OPEN HOUSE
Attend a Districtwide Open House on Thursday, February 1 from 6:30PM - 8:30PM. Adults & High School Seniors Attend a Special Info Session for our 10 Month Accelerated Programs at 5:30PM.
Tour Facilities, Speak with Instructors, Detailed Course Overviews
WHAT LOCATION TO VISIT? View Course Locator Chart
UPCOMING EVENTS
MAR
2
Chef's Night Out 2026
29th Annual International Chef's Night Out & Gift Auction
Sample food and beverages from over 50 Restaurants and Vendors
MAY
6
Construction Career Expo & Job Fair
Adult Job Seekers & Students Come to a Job Fair. Excavator Rodeo Competition!
50+ Businesses, Onsite Interviews, Hands-on Trade Demos, Speak with Trade School Representatives & Business Employers & Excavator Rodeo Competition!
SPRING
26
Spring 26 Adult Evening Class Registration
Browse Courses & Register Online
This Fall & Spring Choose from Over 150 Classes & Apprentice Programs in 5 Trade Areas
February 25, 2026
MATES Wins 2026 Ocean County Mock Trial Championship
In a dramatic courtroom showdown, the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (MATES) claimed the 2026 Ocean County Mock Trial Championship, overpowering Brick Memorial in a gripping final round at the Ocean County Courthouse. Competing in the prestigious Vincent J. Apruzzese Mock Trial Competition, the team delivered a commanding performance that secured the county title and propelled them into the Regional Finals.
February 10, 2026
OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy Principal Honored as 2026 New Jersey Thespian Outstanding Administrator
Ocean County Vocational Technical School District proudly announces that Tierney Meeker, Principal of the Grunin Performing Arts Academy (GPAA), has been recognized by the New Jersey Educational Theatre Association of the International Thespian Society (ITS) as the 2026 New Jersey Thespian Outstanding Administrator.
February 9, 2026
OCVTS Annual Open House Empowers CTE Students to Pursue High-Demand Careers
OCVTS successfully held its 2026 Open House on February 5th, drawing an unprecedented crowd of 1,857 people across six locations in Ocean County, highlighting the increasing interest in Career and Technical Education (CTE). This event provided high school and adult learners with a hands-on experience through live demonstrations in various fields.
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SELECT PROGRAM OF STUDY
Choose from over 30 career training programs for high school students & adults, Seven 10-month career training programs for adult learners & Three full-time career academies for high school students.
SPEAK WITH US
High school students should speak with their school counselor. Adult learners contact one of our admissions representatives.
SUBMIT APPLICATION
Fill out an online application & submit it. Adult learners make sure to inquire about financial assistance. Shared time students applying for programs starting in September 2026 , the application will open January 5 2026.