About The Education Cooperative (TEC)

Together we create more possibilities.

The Education Cooperative (TEC) is a public educational collaborative and a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, proudly serving as the oldest collaborative in Massachusetts.  Established by visionary educational leaders and school committee members in 1968, TEC is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education under M.G.L. c. 40, § 4E.

For more than 50 years, TEC has fostered inter-district collaboration and innovation. Our mission is to develop and coordinate programs that support member communities and their students, enhancing local initiatives and expanding opportunities for students, educators, and communities in a cost-effective manner.

Today, TEC offers a range of specialized education programs addressing diverse learning, social-emotional, physical, and health needs. Our highly qualified, DESE-licensed staff is dedicated to excellence in teaching and ensuring that our services reflect the high standards of our member districts.

In addition to our educational programs, TEC provides professional development, networking opportunities for educators, access to online learning, career exploration programs for students, and services for districts, such as our Cooperative Purchasing Program and Student Data Privacy Alliance.

We are grateful for the support from the TEC Board of Directors, educators, school committee members, students, and families of our member districts and the larger educational community. By working together, we enrich the educational experience for over 50,000 students in our network. Thank you for being part of our community!