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CT superintendent of schools under fire from unions amid state audit, fiscal struggle
A local Connecticut Board of Education with five new appointed members will take up business this week, including the contract for the superintendent of schools. Meanwhile, Hartford education leaders including Hartford Public Schools Superintendent Leslie Torres-Rodriguez are again under fire from local union groups that represent hundreds of educators in the city, amid a state assessment of ...
Hartford teachers union losing confidence in school district leadership
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Hartford Board of Education is expected to decide on a contract renewal for the superintendent by the end of the summer. Superintendent Leslie Torres-Rodriguez has been the head of the school district since 2017. She led the district through the COVID-19 pandemic, learning loss and, most recently, navigating a $50 […]
Hartford teacher's union says change is needed; 68 grievances filed this year
The Hartford Federation of Teachers says a change is needed at Hartford Public Schools and they’re losing faith in district leadership. Carol Gale, president of the union, said 68 grievances were filed this year by union members. “The first two years that we were in office, it was under...
Durham-Middlefield Push for New Referendum to Approve School Renovations, Closures
DURHAM/MIDDLEFIELD — The Board of Education wants to take another swing at a narrowly failed referendum to close two schools and renovate a third, with members saying they think better communication ... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if...
“Bridge” Built Between 8th & 9th Grades
Before 14-year-old Ansonia resident Kayden Gill starts his freshman year at High School in the Community, he wants to first learn more about New Haven, get to know some of his new classmates, and hear from current high schoolers. All of those boxes were checked off for Gill thanks to...
RSD13 Warning of Special District Meeting July 24, 2024
The electors of the Towns of Durham and Middlefield, Connecticut, are hereby warned and notified that a Special District Meeting will be held at the Coginchaug Regional High School Library, 135 Pickett Lane, Durham, Connecticut, on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. for the following purposes:. ITEM 1. To...
After memorable run, Archambault leaves Canton to coach at Farmington
Craig Archambault, who led the Canton High boys basketball team to three North Central Connecticut Conference (NCCC) championships and 10 CIAC tournament berths in 12 seasons, resigned as head coach in May to pursue another coaching opportunity. Within a few weeks, he was named as the new varsity basketball coach...
Skyler Manelski of Shoreline graduates from Quinnipiac University
Hamden, Conn. (July 12, 2024) - Skyler Manelski of Shoreline, WA received a Master of Science in Business Analytics from Quinnipiac University during a commencement ceremony held in May. Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university...
Local students receive degrees from Quinnipiac University
The following students received degrees from Quinnipiac University during commencement ceremonies held in May:. Matthew Rodgers-Aniello, earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in game design and development. Tuxedo Park. Matthew Kashevaroff earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in film, television, and media arts. Monroe. Bianca DeGennaro earned of Bachelor of...
North Haven Sports Hall of Fame Announces 2024 Inductees
The North Haven High School Sports Hall of Fame will be inducting the Class of 2024 on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 11 a.m. at The Woodwinds in Branford. The Class of 2024 includes Bernie Hsu (Athlete, Class of 1997), Morgan Hsu (Athlete, Class of 1997), Joseph Esparo (Athlete, Class of 1989), Alyssa Migliorini Salzillo (Athlete, Class of 2012), Colin Uyeki (Athlete, Class of 2015), and Sabrina Fronte (Athlete, Class of 2016).
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