THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, OCTObER 23, 2026 Page 3 EPS and Salem State reach Direct Admissions agreement our students to have as many quality options as possible,” said EPS Superintendent William D. Hart. “We are very fortunate to partner with Salem State, an awesome state university that off ers 33 majors, more than 100 concentrations and minors, and has a proven track record with employers and industries throughout the Commonwealth.” DIRECT ADMISSIONS | SEE PAGE 4 “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 EPS Supt. William Hart (left) and SSU President John D. Keenan display their schools’ tote bags. Special to Th e Advocate S alem State University and the Everett Public Schools (EPS) formally announced a Direct Admissions Program to expand access to higher education and simplify the college admissions process for Everett High School (EHS) seniors Student speaker Christopher Kelly is flanked by Superintendent William Hart (left) and SSU President John D. Keenan. during a signing ceremony on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Under the agreement, EHS seniors who meet eligibility criteria, including a weighted cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0, will be granted direct admission to Salem State. Eligible students will not have to pay the application fee or submit SAT or ACT scores, letters of recommendation and college essays. The agreement takes effect this school year, so EHS seniors are eligible. The EPS now has Direct Admission agreements with two state universities: Salem State and Worcester State. “I want MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM
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