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Sep
08

Choice Corner September 2016

OPEN THE DOORS TO YOUR CHILDREN’S FUTURE!  The school year has just started, but the Future is coming soon!  It seems we have just settled into new routines but, the Office of School Choice is already preparing for next school year.  Find out what you need to know! Your Child’s Future is Here, Plan Now! […]

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Sep
07

National Institute of Health Funds Hartford Public School Educators Attending Harvard Medical School Summer Institute

Hartford Public School STEM educators attended the Summer Institute at Harvard Medical School (Boston), which focused on Genetics & Social Justice. More than 55 educators throughout the United States, participated in this three-day (July 19-21, 2016) workshop. Attendees included: Dr. Sandra Inga, Central Office, STEM, Physical Education & Health Director, Dr. Mario Sousa-Pena, Bulkeley High […]

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Sep
01

The 2016 Connecticut STEM Conference

Monday, October 17 Connecticut Science Center, Hartford The 5th annual conference will draw educators from around the region to explore and discuss ideas and innovations for science, technology, engineering and math education. Welcome Address  Dianna Wentzell, Connecticut Commissioner of Education. Keynote Panel  STEM Education Keynote Speaker Joanne Berger-Sweeney, President of Trinity College and Neuroscience Professor […]

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Aug
19

Roundtable Discussion on School Diversity & Equity with U.S. Secretary of Education John King Jr.

Hartford Public Schools recently received a visit from U.S. Secretary of Education John King Jr. The secretary was able to share with students at Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy, and he participated in a powerful roundtable discussion on equity and diversity with students, parents, local leaders, and educators, as well as with some of Connecticut’s […]

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Jul
05

Hartford Family Seeks Support to Cover Child’s Funeral Costs

(Tuesday, July 5th, 2016)  Hartford Public Schools kindly invites you to support this funding request on GoFundMe:  https://www.gofundme.com/2chhwb7n The English interpretation of the GoFundMe page is below: Relatives of Janselyz Barbosa Torruellas, the 6 year old girl killed in Gurabo, thanked the people of Puerto Rico for their expressions of love and solidarity. “On behalf […]

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Jun
29

Hartford Public Schools’ Executive Director of Planning & Partnerships Michelle Puhlick Named a “Students at the Center” Distinguished Fellow

The Students at the Center initiative at Jobs for the Future is excited to announce the inaugural cohort of Students at the Center Distinguished Fellows. The fellows are a diverse group of nine leaders in policy, practice, and research from around New England, each selected for their vision, contributions, and impact in the student-centered learning […]

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Jun
08

43rd Annual Hartford Youth Art Renaissance

43 Hartford Youth Art Renaissance Award Ceremony and Reception          

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Jun
07

Join us as We Put Students at the Center of their Learning: A Hands-on Exploration of our High School Centers of Innovation

On Thursday, June 16th, 2016 at 5:00pm to 7:00pm (with refreshments at 7:00pm) at the Journalism and Media Magnet Academy, 150 Tower Avenue: Click here for a printable flyer.          

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