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Welcome to the MassBay Family!

Dear MassBay Families & Friends,

Congratulations! Now that your student has enrolled at MassBay Community College, you too are part of our community. At MassBay, we believe in building strong partnerships with families and friends to support your student’s success. We understand that when families are well-informed, students thrive. Our goal is to provide you with the resources and information you need to help your student have a successful college experience.

 

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Family & Friends Experience

As a family member or friend of a new MassBay student, you're a part of the MassBay community! Our Family Orientation program is designed specifically for parents, guardians, spouses, and other supportive individuals. The program provides valuable information to help you support your student’s success at MassBay, introduces you to key resources available on campus, and gives you a chance to meet people who work directly with students.

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Family & Friends Information Course

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Family & Friends Orientation Events

Our Family & Friends Orientation is an excellent opportunity to learn more about your student’s experience at MassBay. The program covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Inside the Classroom: Understanding the academic experience
  • Outside the Classroom: Campus life and student support services
  • Virtual Campus Supports: Resources available online for student success
  • Administrative Services: Important information about registration, financial aid, and more

This is also the perfect opportunity to ask questions and take a guided campus tour.

The Family & Friends Orientation is designed for parents, spouses, or other adult family members. We kindly ask that you do not bring young children to the event to ensure a focused experience for all participants.

Join Us for Family Orientation at MassBay!

Our Family Orientation is a separate, optional program designed for parents, guardians, spouses, or other supportive family members of new MassBay students.

This program will:

  • Offer advice on how to best support your student throughout their college journey
  • Introduce you to key MassBay staff and resources dedicated to student success
  • Provide an opportunity to ask questions and connect with other families

You may choose one of the following sessions:

  • Saturday, August 23 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Wellesley Hills Campus
    Includes lunch and a campus resource fair
    Sign up here
  • Tuesday, August 26 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Framingham Campus
    Includes dinner and a campus resource fair
    Sign up here

This program is designed for adult family members. We kindly ask that you do not bring young children to the event.

Please note: While your session is happening, New Student Orientation for students will also be taking place. Students must register for that event separately using the link provided in their invitation email

Please RSVP by Wednesday, August 20th

We look forward to welcoming you to Family Orientation!

CONTACT US

We are here for you!

For questions about the Family & Friends Experience, please contact:
Julie Schleicher, Coordinator of Orientation & New Student Programs – jschleicher@massbay.edu
Josh Cheney, Associate Dean of Students – jcheney@massbay.edu