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FAMILY GUIDETO SCHOOL CHOICEin the Greater Hartford RegionPre-K and Elementary Schools, 2020-21Application deadline: January 31, 2020 (new)
FAMILY GUIDETO SCHOOL CHOICEin the Greater Hartford RegionPre-K and Elementary Schools2020-21
Family Guide to School Choice in the Greater Hartford RegionContentsThe Regional School Choice Office (RSCO) . ivStep 1: Explore . 1RSCO Pre-K and Elementary Magnet Schools by Town andthe Hartford Region Open Choice Program . 2School Locations, Programs, and RSCO Transportation Zone Map . 3RSCO School Choice Events . 4The Hartford Region Open Choice Program . 5Open Choice Districts for Hartford Residents . 6Open Choice Schools for Non-Hartford Residents . 12Magnet Schools in the Greater Hartford Region . 13Magnet Pre-K and Elementary Schools . 14Placement Priorities and Pathways . 20Magnet School Bell Time Alignment Schedule . 24Step 2: Apply . 25Frequently Asked Questions About School Choice . 27Applying to School Choice . 28How to Apply . 29Making Changes to Your Application . 30Application Assistance . 31Step 3: Respond . 33Responding to a RSCO Placement Offer or Receiving a Waitlist Notification . 34RSCO Transportation Zone Information . 35Hartford Resident Zone Map . 36Location of the Greater Hartford Regional School Choice Office (RSCO) . 38Directions to the RSCO Parent Information Center (PIC) . 39Language Interpretation and Translation Assistance . 40Due to production schedules, information included in this catalog may change or be updated.Please visit RSCO’s website at ChoiceEducation.org or call 860-713-6990.iii
General Information — The Regional School Choice OfficeivThe Regional School Choice Office (RSCO)The Connecticut State Department of Education’s Regional School Choice Office (RSCO)offers you a variety of exciting school choice opportunities for student success. RSCO is yourcentralized resource in the Greater Hartford Region for information on how to explore andapply to a variety of high-quality and personalized Pre-K through grade 12 learning opportunities indiverse settings, focused on preparing students for college and careers.Explore the RSCO website at ChoiceEducation.org to learn all about the Hartford Region OpenChoice Program and the Greater Hartford Regional Magnet Schools. We are here to be your family’sguide to school rgEmail:rsco.sde@ct.govVisit:450 Columbus Blvd., Suite P28Hartford, CT 06103-1841Three Steps to School Choice1.EXPLOREAttend RSCO School Choice events and open houses, or visit the RSCOParent Information Center or a satellite site to receive applicationassistance. Find all the information online at ChoiceEducation.org.2. APPLYStart an application online at ChoiceEducation.org beginningNovember 1, 2019, select your school choices, and complete theapplication by the January 31, 2020 deadline.3. RESPONDRespond to RSCO placement offers or waitlist notifications by goingto ChoiceEducation.org. Log into your RSCO application account andaccept the placement offer or waitlist by the notification deadline.
1. EXPLORE
Step 1: Explore — RSCO Magnet Schools by Town and the Open Choice Program2RSCO Pre-K and Elementary Magnet Schools by TownPreK3 Prekindergarten age 3; PreK4 Prekindergarten age 4TownMagnet SchoolThemeGradesAvonAna Grace Academy of the ArtsArtsPK3–5AvonReggio Magnet School of the ArtsReggio EmiliaPK3–5BloomfieldMuseum AcademyMuseum StudiesPK3–5BloomfieldWintonbury Early Childhood Magnet SchoolEarly ChildhoodPK3 & PK4East HartfordRiverside Magnet School at Goodwin CollegeReggio EmiliaPK3–5GlastonburyGlastonbury-East Hartford MagnetSTEMPK3–5HartfordBetances Learning LabEarly ReadingPK3–4HartfordBetances STEM Magnet SchoolSTEM5–8HartfordBreakthrough Magnet, NorthCharacter EducationPK3–5HartfordBreakthrough Magnet, SouthCharacter EducationPK3–8HartfordCapital Preparatory Magnet SchoolSocial JusticePK3–12HartfordCREC Montessori Magnet SchoolMontessoriPK3–6HartfordEnvironmental Sciences at Mary HookerEnvironmental SciencesPK4–8HartfordHartford Pre-Kindergarten Magnet SchoolSTREAMPK3 & PK4HartfordMontessori Magnet at Annie FisherMontessoriPK3–8HartfordMontessori Magnet at BatchelderMontessoriPK3–6HartfordNoah Webster Micro-Society MagnetMicro-SocietyPK3–8HartfordR.J. Kinsella Magnet School of Performing ArtsPerforming ArtsPK4–12HartfordSTEM Magnet at Annie FisherSTEMK–8Rocky HillAcademy of Aerospace and Engineering ElementarySTEMPK3–5South WindsorInternational Magnet School for Global CitizenshipInternational BaccalaureatePK3–5West HartfordUniversity of Hartford Magnet SchoolMultiple IntelligencesPK3–5WethersfieldDiscovery AcademySTEMPK3–5Hartford Region Open Choice ProgramZonePublic Schools and DistrictsHartford Residents Zone 1Avon, Canton, East Granby, Granby, Simsbury, Suffield, West HartfordHartford Residents Zone 2Bolton, East Windsor, Ellington, Enfield, Somers, South Windsor, Tolland, Windsor LocksHartford Residents Zone 3Berlin, Farmington, Newington, Plainville, Southington, WethersfieldHartford Residents Zone 4Berlin, Cromwell, Glastonbury, Portland, WethersfieldNon-Hartford ResidentsOpen ChoiceExpeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan (grades K–5); Global Communications Academy(grades K–8); Dr. Joseph S. Renzulli Gifted & Talented Academy (grades 4–8); Hartford PublicHigh School (grades 9–12)
Step 1: Explore — School Locations, Programs, and RSCO Transportation Zone MapSchool Locations, Programs, andRSCO Transportation Zone MapMagnet Schools by TownHartford Region Open Choice ProgramNon-Hartford Residents Open Choice Program3
Step 1: Explore — RSCO School Choice Events4Explore RSCO School Choice EventsThe Regional School Choice Office encourages families to gather as much informationas possible about the Interdistrict Magnet Schools and the Hartford Region Open ChoiceProgram. RSCO encourages families to attend RSCO Events (listed below), visit schools andtake a school tour, and attend open houses and informational sessions.EventParticipantsDate & TimeLocationSnow DateRSCO Fall FairGrades PK–12 RSCO Magnet Schools Hartford Region OpenChoice Program CT Technical Educationand Career System (CTECS)Schools (A.I. Prince, E.C.Goodwin, Howell Cheney) Agriscience Programs(Bloomfield, Glastonbury,and Suffield)Saturday,November 2, 201910 a.m.–1 p.m.A.I. Prince Technical HighSchool401 Flatbush Ave.Hartford, CT 06106Saturday,November 910 a.m.–1 p.m.Goodwin CollegeMagnet SchoolInformationSessionGrades PK3–5 Riverside Magnet SchoolTuesday,November 12, 20196–7 p.m.Riverside Magnet School29 Willowbrook Rd.East Hartford, CT 06118Thursday,November 146–7 p.m.Tuesday,January 21, 20206–7 p.m.Riverside Magnet School29 Willowbrook Rd.East Hartford, CT 06118Thursday,January 236–7 p.m.Hartford PublicSchools EducationEXPOGrades PK–12 Hartford Magnet Schools Hartford District SchoolsSaturday,December 7, 201910 a.m.–1 p.m.Sport and MedicalSciences Academy280 Huyshope Ave.Hartford, CT 06106Saturday,December 1410 a.m.–1 p.m.CREC MagnetSchools ofExcellence FairGrades PK–12 CREC Magnet SchoolsWednesday,January 8, 20205:30–7:30 p.m.Discovery Academy176 Cumberland Ave.Wethersfield, CT 06109Wednesday,January 225:30–7:30 p.m.RSCOWinter FairGrades PK–12 RSCO Magnet Schools Hartford Region OpenChoice Program CT Technical Educationand Career System (CTECS)Schools (A.I. Prince, E.C.Goodwin, Howell Cheney) Agriscience Programs(Bloomfield, Glastonbury,and Suffield)Saturday,January 11, 202010 a.m.–1 p.m.Conard High School110 Beechwood Rd.West Hartford, CT 06107Saturday,January 1810 a.m.–1 p.m.CREC Open ChoiceInfo SessionGrades PK4–10 Hartford RegionOpen Choice DistrictrepresentativesTuesday,January 14, 20205:30–7 p.m.CREC Central111 Charter Oak Ave.Hartford, CT 06106Wednesday,January 155:30–7 p.m.
Step 1: Explore — The Hartford Region Open Choice Program5Explore the Hartford RegionOpen Choice ProgramThe term “school choice” means families have an additional opportunity to choose the schools their childwill attend as an alternative to a neighborhood school in their home district. The Regional School ChoiceOffice provides families with the option to submit an application for the Greater Hartford Region Open ChoiceProgram for children in grades PreK-3 to grade 12.The Hartford Region Open Choice ProgramThe Hartford Region Open Choice Program provides opportunities for academic achievement with a diverseeducational setting.Hartford residents may apply to attend a public school in a school district located outside of Hartford. Suburbanresidents may apply to attend a public school located in Hartford. Seats are available for Pre-K age 4 throughgrade 12. The following pages provide a brief snapshot of each participating school district. Applicants maychoose up to five (5) school districts in their zone and rank them in order of preference.
Step 1: Explore — Open Choice Districts for Hartford Residents6Open Choice Districts for Hartford ResidentsAvon Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 9.5 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-404-4700Email: acabrera@avon.k12.ct.usAddress: 34 Simsbury Rd., Avon, CT 06001Website: avon.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 1Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 20:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Recognized as one of the outstanding communitiesfor education in the State of Connecticut Rigorous, comprehensive and innovative programs Full-day pre-K program State-of-the-art technology in the classrooms Extensive activities, clubs, and sports offeringsBerlin Public SchoolsBolton Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 15 miles east of HartfordPhone: 860-643-1569Email: christine.patenaude@boltonct.orgAddress: 72 Brandy St., Bolton, CT 06043Website: boltonpublicschools.comTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 10:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Low student-to-faculty ratio allows forpersonalized learning Learning emphasizes critical thinking, communication, problem solving, artistic expression, emotionalwellness, citizenship, and self-direction Supportive environment focused on respect,responsibility, and compassion for others 2019 AP District Honor Roll; 2019 AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award; 2019 U.S. News BestHigh Schools; 2017 CT State Department of Education School of Distinction; and 2016 U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon SchoolCanton Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 15 miles south of HartfordPhone: 860-828-6581Email: dbatista@berlinschools.orgAddress: 238 Kensington Rd., Berlin, CT 06037Website: berlinschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 3 & 4Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 13:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: We are a school district and board of educationcommitted to continuous improvement leadingto student achievement and student success.As a result of their K–12 learning experiencesand ongoing reflection, students will becomeincreasingly capable of making effective decisions,solving meaningful problems, and influencingpositive change in their lives and the lives of others.Location: approximately 13 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-693-7704Email: lyoung@cantonschools.orgAddress: 4 Market St., Canton, CT 06019Website: cantonschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 1Student-Teacher Ratio (average): grades K–6, 18:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Family/school partnerships support the communityexpectations for learning Technology devices provided in grades 7–12 Incredible athletic and music programs Dedication to continuous improvement of studentachievement Students acquire and demonstrate age-appropriatedigital learning and citizenship skills
Step 1: Explore — Open Choice Districts for Hartford ResidentsCromwell Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 14 miles south of HartfordPhone: 860-632-4830Email: lhicks@cromwell.k12.ct.usAddress: 9 Captain James Mann Memorial Dr.,Cromwell, CT 06416Website: cromwell.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 4Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 12:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: STEM and STEAM incorporated starting inpreschool College credits and career certifications earnedthroughout high school Award-winning athletic programs including stateand conference championships Robust music and theatre program beginning atelementary level Internship programs at the high school7East Windsor Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 16 miles north of HartfordPhone: 860-623-3346Email: csauerhoefer@ewct.orgAddress: 70 South Main St., East Windsor, CT 06088Website: eastwindsork12.orgTransportation Provided: NoUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): Varies by schoolIntramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Arts electives at high school Career and technical education courses at highschool Access to Spanish at grade 8 STEM class in grades 6–8 Grade 4 music lessons availableEllington Public SchoolsEast Granby Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 16.3 miles north of HartfordPhone: 860-653-6486Email: dmattera@eastgranby.k12.ct.usAddress: 33 Turkey Hills Rd., P.O. Box 674, East Granby,CT 06026Website: eastgranby.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 1Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 19:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: 5th Year Associate degree programs in advancedmanufacturing and business Offers 12 Advanced Placement classes in high school R.D. Seymour School & EGHS – Schools of Distinction 2013 Best Bang for the Buck School District #14 2015 Newsweek Top 500 High School EGHS 2017 U.S. News and World Report, GoldRating, ranked #3 in CT, #294 in U.S.A.Location: approximately 20 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-896-2300Email: klaporte@ellingtonschools.netAddress: 47 Main St., P.O. Box 179, Ellington, CT 06029Website: ellingtonpublicschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 14:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Mastery-based learning Equitable opportunities Innovative practices Personalized learning
8Step 1: Explore — Open Choice Districts for Hartford ResidentsEnfield Public SchoolsGlastonbury Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 18 miles north of HartfordPhone: 860-253-6500Email: sjanuszewski@enfieldschools.orgAddress: 1010 Enfield St., Enfield, CT 06082Website: enfieldschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 13:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: Yes (middle andhigh school level)Special Offerings and Features: STEAM-themed district in grades PK–12. Full-day prekindergarten program for children fouryears of age. Nineteen Advanced Placement (AP) offerings atEnfield High School. Partnerships with Asnuntuck offer academic andvocational experiences for middle and high schoolstudents. The Building Tomorrow Project allows for the instructional use of LEGO products in all kindergartenthrough Grade 5 classrooms.Location: approximately 10 miles southeast of HartfordPhone: 860-652-7951Email: grenusl@glastonburyus.orgAddress: 628 Hebron Ave., Glastonbury, CT 06033Website: glastonburyus.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 4Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 13:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Safe and welcoming schools Diverse course offerings and rigorous curriculum Many sports and after school activitiesFarmington Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 13 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-673-8270Email: terrisavagec@fpsct.orgAddress: 1 Monteith Dr., Farmington, CT 06032Website: fpsct.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 3Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 20:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Student-centered teaching and learning Focus on the vision of the graduate thinking andlearning skills High expectations and strong support for all children Core Beliefs: Equity Matters, Relationships Matter,Results Matter Technology is used as a tool for learningGranby Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 20 miles northwest of HartfordPhone: 860-844-5250Email: carusom@granby.k12.ct.usAddress: 15-B North Granby Rd., Granby, CT 06035Website: granby.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 1Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 14:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Dedicated Equity Taskforce designed to support theelimination of achievement gaps. Commitment to high levels of achievement for allstudents. Prioritization of minority teacher recruitment andretention. Rigorous course offerings and curricula focused on21st century skills. Summer Enrichment Academy in partnership withthe Granby YMCA.
Step 1: Explore — Open Choice Districts for Hartford Residents9Newington Public SchoolsPortland Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 7.5 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-667-2000Email: sforesi@npsct.orgAddress: 131 Cedar St., Newington, CT 06111District Website: npsct.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 3Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 21:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Every child — college, career, and citizenship ready Emphasis on innovations in teaching and learning/academies Strategic systems and processes lead to continuousimprovements Diversity, family support, commitment, andinvolvement strengthen student learning. A culture of excellence!Location: approximately 17 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-342-6790Email: srowe@portlandct.usAddress: 33 East Main St., Portland, CT 06480Website: portlandctschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 4Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 10:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Emphasis on 21st-century, culturally responsiveteaching and learning 1-to-1 technology for grades 5–12 and robusttechnology for K–4 Award-winning Project Lead the Way STEMprogram for middle and high school students Strong career path opportunities and awardwinning performing arts programs Newly developed language arts and math curriculumPlainville Community SchoolsLocation: approximately 14 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-793-3210Email: gryuct@plainvilleschools.orgAddress: Municipal Center, One Central Square,Plainville, CT 06062Website: plainvilleschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 3Student-Teacher Ratio (average): Elementary: 18.2;Middle School: 18.6; High School: 19.7Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Focus on STEM and STEAM opportunities topromote relevance and engagement State-of-the-art technology, 1:1 devices Positive learning environment where all students haveexciting, supportive opportunities to learn and grow Exceptional and distinguished arts and musicprograms School and community partnerships provide realworld experiences and opportunitiesSimsbury Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 11 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-651-3361Email: scaccamo@simsbury.k12.ct.usAddress: 933 Hopmeadow St., Simsbury, CT 06070Website: simsbury.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 1Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 20:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: One of four original funding districts for Open Choice Full-day preschool program Rigorous academic curriculum emphasizing criticalthinking and communication skills Award-winning programs in arts and STEM subjects Commitment to social-emotional growth in students
10Step 1: Explore — Open Choice Districts for Hartford ResidentsSomers Public SchoolsSouthington Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 25 miles north of HartfordPhone: 860-749-2270Email: corrine.bouchard@somers.k12.ct.usAddress: One Vision Blvd., Somers, CT 06071Website: somers.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): per Board policy Preschool: up to 20 students Kindergarten: 20 students Grades 2–3: 23 students Grades 4–12: 25 studentsIntramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: All schools and Somers Public Library are locatedon one campus One-to-one student device program where all students grades 1–12 get iPads or Chromebooks. Utilizes the School Messenger Program to relay important information to families and staff via phone,e-mail, text messages, social media and mobile apps.Location: approximately 18 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-628-3200Email: tcolegrove@southingtonschools.orgAddress: 200 N. Main St., Southington, CT 06489Website: southingtonschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 3Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 17:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Values the visual and performing arts with offeringsin drama, instrumental and vocal music, generalmusic, and formal art instruction Southington High School offers 18 AP courses andProject Lead the Way for aspiring engineers Embraces and values our differences through theCoalition for Social Justice — working togetherto ensure accessibility and representation forall, professional development for staff to raisecultural consciousness, and family engagementopportunities that celebrate diversitySouth Windsor Public SchoolsSuffield Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 12 miles northeast of HartfordPhone: 860-291-1204Address: 1737 Main St., South Windsor, CT 06074Website: southwindsorschools.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 1:20Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Elementary STEM program World Language instruction in grades 1–4 1:1 technology devices in grades 6–12 Wide selection of extracurricular activities andathletic programsLocation: approximately 20 miles north of HartfordPhone: 860-668-3800Email: jneilson@suffield.orgAddress: 350 Mountain Rd., Suffield, CT 06078Website: suffield.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 1Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 11:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Committed to Professional Learning Enhancing science, technology, engineering, andmathematics (STEM) with a 5,000 sq. ft. large animal facility Rigorous core academic learning goals State-of-the-art technology in the classroom Emphasis on 21st century learning and preparedness
Step 1: Explore — Open Choice Districts for Hartford ResidentsTolland Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 19 miles (20 minutes) east ofHartfordPhone: 860-870-6850Email: klester@tolland.k12.ct.usAddress: 51 Tolland Green, Tolland, CT 06084Website: tolland.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 12:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Business Academy Academic Pathways provide a magnet/private schoolexperience in a comprehensive school setting Relationship with the University of Connecticut —offers UConn Early College Experience (ECE) collegecredit programs A focus on Mastery Learning and Culturally Responsive Education Writers Workshop and Singapore Math11Wethersfield Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 5 miles south of HartfordPhone: 860-571-8100Email: scurtin@wethersfield.meAddress: 127 Hartford Ave., Wethersfield, CT 06109Website: wethersfield.k12.ct.usTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 3 & 4Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 20:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Rigorous academic standards Focus is on ensuring that students acquire theskills and knowledge for lifelong learning, developa positive sense of self and self-discipline, andfunction as responsible citizens of society. Close partnership between the district and theWethersfield communityWindsor Locks Public SchoolsWest Hartford Public SchoolsLocation: approximately 5 miles west of HartfordPhone: 860-561-6600Email: tanya rossy@whps.orgAddress: 50 South Main St., West Hartford, CT 06107Website: whps.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 1Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 15:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: A welcoming district that engages all families Rigorous curriculum designed to increaseawareness of and respect for diversity High expectations for every WHPS adult to help eachchild thrive and reach their greatest potential. Equity and Diversity Council is committed tobuilding cultural competence. Before, during, and after school academic andenrichment activities for all studentsLocation: approximately 13 miles north of HartfordPhone: 860-252-9000Email: centralreg@wlps.orgAddress: 58 South Elm St., Windsor Locks, CT 06096Website: wlps.orgTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: NoHartford Zone: 2Student-Teacher Ratio (average): 15:1Intramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: Student-centered learning and mastery-basedgrading system Students receive Early College Experience (ECE) atUConn Extended learning opportunities with communityorganizations and businesses Personalized focus on future education and careers
12Step 1: Explore — Open Choice Schools for Non-Hartford ResidentsOpen Choice Schools for Non-Hartford ResidentsExpeditionary Learning Academyat Moylan SchoolGlobal Communications AcademyDistrict: Hartford Public SchoolsGrades: K–5Phone: 860-695-4500Email: lloyj001@hartfordschools.orgAddress: 101 Catherine St., Hartford, CT 06106Website: hartfordschools.org/enrollTransportation Provided: YesIntramural/Interscholastic Athletics: NoUniforms: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: We teach students to be “crew, not passengers” bybuilding a community that values academic achievement, high-quality student work, and character As an Expeditionary Learning (EL) school, studentsparticipate in learning expeditions, field work, andservice learning Each of our classrooms is equipped with SMARTBoards and computers; students have access tolaptop/iPad cartsDistrict: Hartford Public SchoolsGrades: K–8Phone: 860-695-6020Email: TAdams@hartfordschools.orgAddress: 85 Edwards St., Hartford, CT 06120Website: hartfordschools.org/enrollTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: We are part of the Association of InternationalBaccalaureate World Schools, offering the PrimaryYears Programme for students in grades K–5 Our school design provides an array ofopportunities to inquire and develop intellectual,academic, social and communication skills Students are asked to think critically and developthe leadership skills necessary to lead in the 21stcenturyDr. Joseph S. RenzulliGifted and Talented AcademyDistrict: Hartford Public SchoolsGrades: 4–8Phone: 860-695-2140Email: TORRM004@hartfordschools.orgAddress: 110 Washington St., Hartford, CT 06106Website: hartfordschools.org/enrollTransportation Provided: YesUniforms: YesIntramural/Interscholastic Athletics: YesSpecial Offerings and Features: We believe engagement, enthusiasm and enjoyment increase academic achievement, and wepromote it at all times Our school believes in developing the talents of ALLchild
Magnet School Information Session Grades PK3-5 Riverside Magnet School Tuesday, November 12, 2019 6-7 p.m. Riverside Magnet School 29 Willowbrook Rd. East Hartford, CT 06118 Thursday, November 14 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, January 21, 2020 6-7 p.m. Riverside Magnet School 29 Willowbrook Rd. East Hartford, CT 06118 Thursday, January 23 6-7 p.m.
