Hooker Environmental Studies School

At the Mary M. Hooker Environmental Studies Magnet School, students master the core curriculum of reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, art, music, physical education and information technology. Moreover, students learn to apply their knowledge via in-depth investigation and experimentation using the Globe Learning Program developed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

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200 Sherbrooke Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Temporarily located at 245 Locust Street, Hartford
860 695-3760

Dress Code:
School uniform required. Please call school directly for specifics.

Hours: 8:45 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
Grade Levels: Pre K - 8

Principal: Raúl Montañez-Pitre

Academic/School Programs

This comprehensive program includes studies in: Atmosphere Investigation, Hydrology Investigation, Soil Investigation, Global Positioning System (GPS) Investigation, Land Cover/Biology Investigation and Seasons Investigation. An Outdoor Nature Center that encompasses a trail system and an amphitheater provides opportunities for students to perform outdoor experiments throughout the four seasons. These studies prepare students for future scientific research, which can lead to careers in environmental studies, medicine and technology.

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This integrated program employs a hands-on inquiry approach that allows students to emulate scientists. Students will use a butterfly vivarium and full-featured weather station when in operation. The ability to communicate with scientists around the world via Internet-video conferencing, while studying environmental issues is another exciting component of this program.

The school offers before and after-school care programs for K-2. Other academic related after school programs will become available as the school year goes on. A bilingual program for English Language Learners whose primary language is Spanish for grades K–3 is also offered.