Schools & Community in Connecticut
Meet dedicated, innovative classroom leaders from more than 200 school districts.
Each school and district in Connecticut is unique. With urban settings serving thousands of students, surrounding suburban districts and rural districts with just a few schools, there’s a school just right for you.
Learn more about school districts in Connecticut below.
Paola
PapaÄdelbrook's Learning Centers
Hear from Paola Papa about the comprehensive, individualized approach to student learning at Ädelbrook Learning Centers.
Maria
TangrediAnsonia Public Schools
Hear from Maria Tangredi about why the performing arts motivates her students.
Beth
PetrArea Cooperative Educational Services (ACES)
Hear from Beth Petr about being a lifelong learner and inspiring this mindset in ACES student.
Mary
MacFarlandBerlin Public Schools
Berlin Public Schools provide a robust educational experience, with learning opportunities extended beyond the school day. Our mission: We create learning experiences that promote a sense of purpose, ignite passion, and foster a sense of pride.
Michael
BrosnanBridgeport Public Schools
Hear from Michael Brosnan about the inspiring students of Bridgeport Public Schools.
Barbara
JohnsonColchester Public Schools
At Colchester Public Schools we pride ourselves on creating innovative thinkers while raising the academic growth expectations for all students.
Monique
FrasierCommon Ground High School
Hear from Monique Frasier about the inclusive community at Common Ground High School.
Franco
CartieraConsolidated School District of New Britain
Hear from Franco Cartiera about why he chose to work at New Britain Public Schools.
Maureen
ZaharaDerby Public Schools
Hear from Maureen Zahara about the small community and "all in this together" attitude at Derby Public Schools.
Maureen
NischEagle Hill School - Greenwich
Hear from Maureen Nisch about the supportive culture and environment of Eagle Hill School.
Mary
BielerEast Hartford Public Schools
Hear from Mary Bieler about community engagement at East Hartford Public Schools.
Tara
VazquezFarmington Public Schools
Hear from Tara Vazquez about the culture of innovation and respect at Farmington Public Schools.
Joshua
HershGreenwich Education Group
Hear from Joshua Hersch about innovation and collaboration at Greenwich Education Group.
Erin
MontagueGreenwich Public Schools
Hear from Erin Montague about being an educator in the Greenwich school system.
Renita
CaseyGroton Public Schools
Hear from Renita Casey about the professional opportunities at Groton Public Schools.
Jacqueline
WilliamsHamden Public Schools
Hear from Jaqueline Williams about how teacher diversity is creating success for students at Hamden Public Schools.
Christine
HartwichHigh Road Schools of Connecticut
Hear from Christine Hartwich about individualizing instruction at High Road Schools of Connecticut.
Stefanie
MelansonIntensive Education Academy
Hear from Stefanie Melanson about making special education students feel confident and strong at IEA.
Misty
CrowleyKillingly Public Schools
Hear from Misty Crowley about the relationships and collaborative culture that define Killingly Public Schools.
Baileys
IrizzaryManchester Public Schools
Hear from Baileys Irizzary about teaching world language to foster multiculturalism in Manchester Public Schools.
Krista
VermealMeriden Public Schools
Hear from Krista Vermeal about bringing passion into work every day at Meriden Public Schools.
Dwight
SharpeMiddletown Public Schools
Hear from Dwight Sharpe about the leadership opportunities and focus on equity at Middletown Public Schools.
Lauren
SepulvedaNew Haven Public Schools
Hear from Lauren Sepulveda about empowering young minds at New Haven Public Schools.
Jennifer
FreeseNewington Public Schools
Hear from Jennifer Freese about the student-centered mission at Newington Public Schools.
Lauren
DannerNorth Branford Public Schools
Hear from Lauren Danner about the scientific community of lifelong learners at North Branford Public Schools.
Jonathan
LakeNorwalk Public Schools
Hear from Jonathan Lake about the opportunity for leadership opportunities, teacher collaboration and diversity at Norwalk.
Kelly
FarrellPomperaug Regional School District 15
Hear from Kelly Farrell about why she chose to work at Pomperaug Regional School District 15
Chelsie
AnselmoPortland Public Schools
Hear from Chelsie Anselmo about the tight-knit, caring community at Portland Public Schools.
Megan
KonikowskiSolterra Academy
Hear from Megan Konikowski about the peers and administrators who make a stressful environment a place for work-family.
Jamie
LangSouth Windsor Public Schools
Hear from Jamie Lang about how South Windsor Public Schools encourages teachers to continuously provide authentic, relevant experiences in their classrooms.
Kari
Peschel-LuiseSouthington Public Schools
Hear from Kari Peschel-Luise about the teaching family at Southington Public Schools.
Shalonda
HillStratford Public Schools
Hear from Shalonda Hill about inspiring students' "aha moments" in Stratford Public Schools.
Elaine
RoperThe Bridge Academy
Hear from Elaine Roper about leading students to success at The Bridge Academy.
Megan
KelloggThomaston Public Schools
Hear from Megan Kellogg about the focus on student achievement at Thomaston Public Schools.
Caitlyn
AdlerThompson Public Schools
Hear from Caitlyn Adler about the close-knit community at Thompson Public Schools.
Jill
CiccarelliTorrington Public Schools
Hear from Jill Ciccarelli about the strong community, camaraderie and collaboration at Torrington Public Schools.
Alicia
McEvilaVernon Public Schools
Hear from Alicia McEvila about the ample opportunities for professional development and growth at Vernon Public Schools.
Erin
BertholdWallingford Public Schools
Hear from Erin Berthold about community engagement at Wallingford Public Schools.
Andre
FooteWaterbury Public Schools
Hear from Andre Foote about how where he teaches at Waterbury Public Schools is just as important as why he teaches.
Additional Partner Schools & Districts
Avon Public Schools
Avon Public Schools enjoys a strong reputation for providing access and support to a high-quality educational experience for all students. Located less than ten miles from the state’s capital, Avon provides a safe, welcoming community that values education.Learn MoreBethany Public School District
With strong community support and involvement, Bethany Public School District serves students from grades PK-12.Learn MoreBolton Public Schools
Bolton Public Schools enjoys a small student-to-teacher ratio where faculty encourage students to discover their individual talents and interests.Learn MoreCapital Preparatory Schools
The Capital Preparatory Schools provides students in grades 6–12 with a year-round college-preparatory education that encourages students to become scholars and agents of change.Learn MoreCapitol Region Education Council (CREC)
Capitol Region Education Council Schools works to ensure success for all students by eliminating opportunity gaps and empowering students to positively impact the world.Learn MoreCheshire Public Schools
Cheshire enjoys a well deserved reputation for excellence throughout all of our programs from early childhood to grade 12.Learn MoreCooperative Educational Services (C.E.S.)
Cooperative Educational Services (C.E.S.) provides educational supports and services to school districts and communities in Fairfield County. We offer community-based education through our four school programs, educational and support training and other community and school-district related services.Learn MoreCoventry Public Schools
Coventry Public Schools is committed to ensuring that every student leaves our district college- and career-ready.Learn MoreDanbury Public Schools
Danbury provides a rich and rewarding educational experience for our community of diverse learners.Learn MoreGranby Public Schools
Granby is an outstanding rural school district with a talented staff, enthusiastic student body and a supportive community.Learn MoreGriswold Public Schools
Griswold Public Schools offer a vigorous academic climate and high expectations for all students. Over 70 percent of graduating seniors continue their education after high school.Learn MoreHartford Public Schools
Hartford Public Schools is a diverse community of educators and over 16,500 students.Learn MoreInterdistrict School for Arts and Communication
The Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication (ISAAC) is a remarkable middle school that values project-based learning.Learn MoreAspire Living and Learning Academy
With locations in Naugatuck, Stratford and Stamford (opening January 2020), IPPI Learning Academy is a state approved Special Education school that follows the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis and supports students through academics, social skill instruction and related services using these methods.Learn MoreLEARN
LEARN has more than 50 years of experience providing excellent opportunities for students and great resources for educators and school districts throughout southeastern Connecticut.Learn MoreLisbon School District
Encompassing grades PK-8, Lisbon Central School nurtures learning by creating a warm and accepting environment for students.Learn MoreNaugatuck Public Schools
At Naugatuck Public Schools, we educate ALL students for tomorrow's future.Learn MorePlainville Community Schools
The mission of Plainville Community Schools is to inspire and prepare lifelong learners to follow their passion, engage in their communities and effectively compete in a global society.Learn MoreSimsbury Public Schools
Located 12 miles northwest of Hartford, Simsbury Public Schools is one of the highest-achieving school districts in Connecticut, with award-winning elective and extracurricular programming and high participation in Advanced Placement coursework.Learn MoreTrumbull Public Schools
The Trumbull Public School System, in partnership with the community, strives to meet the educational needs of all students.Learn MoreWaterford Public Schools
Located in southeastern Connecticut, the Waterford Public School District serves approximately 2,600 students in grades PK-12.Learn MoreWest Haven Public Schools
At West Haven, the heart of every core curriculum is the expectation that all students can learn.Learn MoreWindsor Public Schools
The mission of Windsor Public Schools is to develop the genius in every child and to create lifelong learners. Students in Windsor Public Schools have a wide range of educational opportunities, from award-winning music and art programs to career pathways.Learn MoreWoodbridge School District
Woodbridge School District is a high-performing K-6 district with one large elementary school of 850 students and 75 certified professional educators.Learn More
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