Monday, April 28 marked our Hartford Assistant Principal Leadership Academy’s 2025 Graduation at the Sport and Medical Sciences Academy (SMSA). Congratulations to all of our graduates on this achievement. Each of the nine graduates presented their Capstone projects where they were tasked with identifying an area for growth in the schools that directly tied to their personal interests and experience. Their Capstone presentations really showcased the leadership skills and knowledge they gained over the program to become highly effective school administrators at HPS.
The Hartford Assistant Principal Leadership Academy (HAPLA) was a 10-month program designed to develop the next cohort of highly qualified assistant principals. Fellows attended 10 professional development sessions, received personalized feedback and coaching, and gained real-world tangible leadership experience.
Our 2025 HAPLA Graduates
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HAPLA Graduate and Annie Fisher STEM Teacher, Gina Kimber discusses her Capstone
Hartford Public Schools would like to thank our Partners for Educational Leadership (PEL) for their support in designing the program and to our exceptional HPS team that supported the program.
HAPLA Graduate and Weaver High School Teacher, Tony Kane discusses his Capstone with Superintendent Dr. Leslie Torres-Rodriguez (ctr.)