May 31, 2026

Education Benefits

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Our Mission is to improve the readiness of the Massachusetts National Guard by planning, resourcing, and implementing educational programs and services to support the professional and personal development of quality service members.

The ARNG Education Services Office and ANG Wing Retention Managers are committed to Transform, Innovate, and Lead Soldiers and Airmen to all of their educational benefits.

As a member of the National Guard, you could receive substantial education benefits. While serving part-time and full-time in the Massachusetts National Guard you may be eligible for the State Tuition and Fee Waiver (State Tuition Assistance), Federal Tuition Assistance (ArmyIgnitEd), Credentialling Assistance (Army), Air Force Credentialing Opportunities Online (AF COOL), and GI Bill benefits.

Contact your Education Office or Wing Retention Office today to learn more.

Services Provided:

• Testing- AFCT / Language (DLPT) / SIFT / AFOQT
• Credentialing Assistance Information
• Federal Tuition Assistance Information
• GI Bill – Flyers / Information
• State Tuition and Fee Waiver Information/ National Guard Family Education Program
• Incentives – Bonus / SLRP (Army) / BRS

Contact Us

ANG Wing Retention Managers

102nd IW:  MSgt Tabitha Gendreau 
tabitha.gendreau.1@us.af.mil

104th FW: MSgt Bento Fernandes
bento.fernandes@us.af.mil

ARNG Education Office
Main: 339-202-3199
Education Services email: ng.ma.maarng.mbx.education-ma@army.mil 
Incentives Support email: ng.ma.maarng.mbx.incentive-ma@army.mil

Mrs. Suzanne Carson
MA ARNG Education Service Officer

1SG Michael Pavone
MA ARNG State Incentives Manager

Mr. Christopher Rush
NGB Education Services Specialist (FTA)
christopher.d.rush1.civ@army.mil