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Thirman L. Milner was named after the first African American Mayor in New England. The school was constructed in 1924 and designed in neo-gothic style. An addition was completed in 1927. In 1996, a new addition was built and comprehensive renovations took place within the existing structure. The Milner School is situated in the north end of Hartford close to downtown. The majority of the children at Milner speak English as their primary language. About 30% of the student’s primary language is one other than English. About 30% of the homes speak Spanish as their primary language. The student body of Thirman Milner School includes children from pre-school to the 6th grade. Milner has two Computer Labs and provides computer classes for parents as well as teachers. Services are provided for West Indian students Through the New Arrival Program.
Special Features:
- Dual Language Program for Kindergarten
- Success for All Reading Program
- Thirman L. Milner School has been accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) May 15, 2003
Community Partners:
- Avon Canton Rotary Club
- The Hartford Jewish Coalition for Literacy
- My Sisters Place
- The Gathering Place
- Sister School Grant/Roaring Brook School, Avon/
- Wells School, Granby
- Girl Scout of America
- The University of Connecticut
- Canton High School Tutors
- Link & Learn with Granby Schools at Holcomb Farm
- Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art Hand in Hand Program
- The Nutmeg Big Brother/Sister Program
- Foster Grandparents
- Crossroads Cycles
Grants:
- Priority School Grant
- CT READS TAG Grant
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