Freshmen year: OSHA 10 online safety course teaches all aspects of safety and risks in the workplace, National Electrical Code including basic wiring and theory, practical wiring applications for residential buildings, circuit breakers and electrical devices, emphasis is placed on team work, safety, good work practices and individual development through hands-on tasks.
Sophomore Year: Extension of the freshman year which expands into more advanced residential and commercial wiring and applications, introduction to residential electrical services, various raceway wiring, basic relays, motor circuitry and associated controls.
Junior Year: Focuses on commercial and industrial electrical application, reinforcement of skills in wiring motor controllers, transformers, photo voltaic & wind power equipment applications and wiring, hands-on work experience through offsite projects.
Senior Year: Students master the skills that were learned during the first three years in the program through more advanced work on motor control, commercial, and industrial applications. Senior students are eligible to participate in the Co-op Program, gaining valuable experience and developing a network for future employment. Offsite projects are frequently available for the senior students to further hone their trade skills through hands-on work projects in the communities serviced by the school.
Electrical Apprentice
Electrical Contractor
Electrical Teacher
Journeyman Electrician
Lineman
Master Electrician
Alternative Energy Installer
Design & Development Engineer
Fire & Security Alarm Technician
Telephone & Cable Installer
Lighting & Manufacturing Sales
Lighting Specialist
Fiber Optic Installer
Hi, I'm Mr. Larry Medeiros, Electrical Instructor at Waltham High School. I have been teaching for over 14 years.
With years of field experience and a Master Electrician License. I am passionate about helping students learn by doing.
When I am not teaching, I coach hockey and enjoy seeing students power up their potential both in class and on the ice.
JT Graceffa grew up in Waltham and attended Northeast Elementary School and Kennedy Middle School. He graduated from Waltham High School in the Class of 2002. JT went on to earn a degree in Communications with a concentration in Media Arts (TV Broadcasting) from Westfield State College, Class of 2008.
In 2008, he began his career at McDevitt Middle School as a paraprofessional in Special Education. In 2011, JT joined the Waltham High School TV Broadcasting program full-time. Since 2017, he has also supported various Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs as a paraprofessional, continuing his commitment to helping students learn and succeed — alongside his service dog, Cappie.
Electricity is everywhere — and so are the opportunities.
In CTE Electrical Technology Exploratory, you’ll learn how to turn curiosity into career skills that last a lifetime.
Why Join?
⚡ Hands-on learning — every day, you build something real
⚡ Real trade skills — tools, wiring, and problem-solving
⚡ Career-ready — explore pathways in electrical and engineering fields
⚡ Fun, teamwork, and a spark of competition
Get Amped. Get Skilled. Get Started.
Welcome to the future — powered by you.
Welcome to the Electrical CTE Family Forums, where we bring students, families, and educators together to celebrate progress, share updates, and build stronger connections between school and career.
Our Electrical Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program prepares students for real-world success through hands-on training, classroom theory, and professional certifications. From residential and commercial wiring to energy systems and electrical safety, students learn industry-standard skills guided by licensed instructors with field experience.
During the 2025–2026 school year, the Family Forums will spotlight:
Student projects and accomplishments
Program updates and curriculum highlights
Opportunities for family engagement
Career pathways, co-op experiences, and post-graduation options
Together, we’re building brighter futures — one wire, one project, one student at a time.
The Waltham High School Electrical Program prepares students for a career in the electrical trade by combining classroom theory with hands-on shop experience. Students learn to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings, following the Massachusetts Electrical Code (527 CMR 12). The program emphasizes safety, professionalism, and technical skill development aligned with MA Chapter 74 standards.