Making A Difference Every Day
Meet the dedicated teachers, inspiring administrators, and supportive staff who go above and beyond every day to make a difference in the lives of Hartford Public Schools students.

programs

Hartford Promise scholarship program for high school and college supports scholars
The Hartford Promise

A Large-scale College Scholarships and College Success Program for Hartford Public Schools Students

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Arts & Wellness

Visual Arts, Music, Theater, plus Wellness Opportunities for the Whole Student

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Athletics

CIAC High School Sports for 3 Seasons, plus Middle School sports!

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Attendance

Attendance matters! Our Attendance, Culture and Climate, and Engagement Teams offer support for getting your child to school every day!

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College & Career Readiness

Ensuring all students have equitable access to high-quality, post-secondary opportunities preparing them for the dynamic world of work and life beyond

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Seal of Biliteracy

Highlights second language ability as a key 21st-century skill in college, career, and life. HPS Students are #TooBilitToQuit

About Us

Our Mission

To provide all our students with the learning and supports they need to succeed in school and in life.

Our Vision

All students will graduate prepared to transform our world.

Our District

Serving 16,500 PreK-12 students, we are one of the largest public school districts in Connecticut, with 39 schools, including 18 magnet schools.

Our Community

We serve families from nearly 70 towns, speaking nearly 90 languages.