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EASTCONN Technology Solutions Developing Digital Tools for Teacher Evaluations

 

Hampton, CT - A team at EASTCONN, one of the state’s six regional educational service centers (RESCs), is developing new software to streamline the teacher and leader evaluation process for Connecticut schools, addressing a gap left when the state stopped funding a previous system.

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Youth Employment Programs Prove Vital for CT’s Future Workforce, EASTCONN Leaders Say

 

Hartford, CT - In compelling testimony before state legislators, EASTCONN made a strong case for expanding Connecticut’s youth employment initiatives, highlighting their crucial role in preparing the next generation of workers while transforming young lives, particularly in northeastern CT.

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ACT Performing Arts Magnet High School presents ‘A Christmas Carol’ on Dec. 12-14

 

Willimantic, CT - Arts at the Capitol Theater (ACT) Magnet High School presents John Jakes’ adaptation of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” on December 12, 13, and 14 at 7 p.m., with a matinee on December 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for Adults; $10 for Students, Seniors, Children and Military; and $5 for current ACT Students, Alumni, and Staff. Call (860) 465-5636 to reserve tickets.

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ACT Performing Arts Magnet High School Now Recruiting Students for School Year 2025-26

 

Willimantic, CT - EASTCONN’s Arts at the Capitol Theater (ACT) magnet high school is now accepting applications from grade 9-12 students passionate about pursuing intensive study in the performing arts. The school’s recent string of achievements in film, creative writing, and other artistic disciplines demonstrates its commitment to nurturing exceptional young talent.

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EASTCONN Selected for U.S. Department of Energy's Prestigious Energy CLASS Program

 

EASTCONN Regional Educational Service Center (RESC), a leader in facilities management and environmental services, has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as one of 60 local educational agencies nationwide to participate in the 2024-2025 Energy Champions Leading the Advancement of Sustainable Schools (Energy CLASS) program.

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Quinebaug Middle College Recruiting Students for Spring 2025 and School Year 2025-26

 

Danielson, CT – EASTCONN's Quinebaug Middle College (QMC), a regional, public magnet high school, is currently recruiting academically motivated students for the Spring 2025 semester and 2025-2026 school year. Students who seek a more independent learning environment tailored to their academic and career goals are encouraged to apply.

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EASTCONN Educator Honored for Transforming Lives of Students with Disabilities

 

Morgan O'Malley never planned to become a champion for students with disabilities transitioning to adulthood. But a single year working one-on-one with a high school student changed everything, setting her on a path that would ultimately lead to national recognition. 

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EASTCONN’s New ACCESS Initiative Brings Expert Team to Connecticut Schools

 

Hampton, CT – In a significant move to enhance educational support services across Connecticut, EASTCONN has announced the launch of its Advancing Consultation & Coaching to Empower Student Success (ACCESS) team. 

 

ACCESS Leadership (left to right): Dr. Jacquelyn DuBois, Dr. Erin Dunn, Dr. Rose Jaffrey, Dr. Ravit Stein and Dr. Jennifer Connolly.

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Northeast Connecticut Childcare Needs (NCCN) Initiative Convenes at EASTCONN

 

Hampton, CT – The Northeast Connecticut Childcare Needs (NCCN) Initiative convened at EASTCONN Conference Center in Hampton on Oct. 22. Over the next two years, the initiative will develop strategies to increase access to high-quality, affordable childcare, benefitting both families and the businesses that employ them.

 

Pictured: Diane Gozemba, EASTCONN Director of Early Childhood Initiatives.

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EASTCONN Unveils Innovative Mobile Manufacturing Lab at Ribbon-Cutting Event

 

Hampton, CT – EASTCONN launched its state-of-the-art Mobile Manufacturing Lab, powered by General Dynamics Electric Boat and the Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board (EWIB), at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 11 at EASTCONN Conference Center.

 

Pictured (left to right): William Barber (GE/EB), Michael Nogelo (EWIB), Rep. Joe Courtney, Eric Protulis (EASTCONN), Paul Lavoie (State of CT) and Kristin Hempel (EASTCONN).

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Eastern CT Youth Find Purpose and Opportunity in CT Youth Employment Program

 

Eastern CT – This summer, 634 eligible young adults across Eastern Connecticut embarked on a transformative and educational journey as part of the CT Youth Employment and Training Program.

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EASTCONN Celebrates National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week with Inspiring Events

 

EASTCONN is proud to announce its participation in National Adult Education & Family Literacy Week, which takes place from September 16-20, 2024. This week-long observance highlights the critical role that adult education and family literacy programs play in empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and enhancing the nation’s workforce.

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EASTCONN Announces Income Guidelines for Free and Reduced-Price School Meals for 2024-2025 School Year

 

EASTCONN announced today its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), or free milk served under the Special Milk Program (SMP).

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EASTCONN Head Start and Early Head Start Now Enrolling for 2024-2025 School Year

 

NORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT - EASTCONN is now accepting applications for its Head Start and Early Head Start programs for the 2024-2025 school year. These federally funded programs offer comprehensive early childhood education and family support services to eligible families in Windham and Tolland counties.

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EASTCONN’s Quinebaug Middle College Announces Semester 2 Honor Roll for 2023-24

 

Danielson, CT – EASTCONN’s Quinebaug Middle College (QMC) has released the Semester 2 Honor Roll list for School Year 2023-2024. Congrats to all of our hardworking students!

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EASTCONN Bridges Community School Celebrates Staff Achievements in Applied Behavior Analysis

 

COLUMBIA, CT – EASTCONN Regional Educational Service Center (RESC) is proud to announce that three instructors at Bridges Community School in Columbia have successfully obtained certifications from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). Instructors Austin Bell and Erin Kyle-Sonn were recently certified as Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), while Nicole Michaud obtained a certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). These achievements required passing rigorous exams in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) while earning required hours of supervision at Bridges Community School.

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ACT Students Shine at Quiet Corner Film Festival

 

Killingly, CT – Students from EASTCONN’s Arts at the Capitol Theater (ACT) achieved remarkable success at the recent Quiet Corner Film Festival, which was held on Wednesday, May 29 at Killingly High School. The festival showcased the exceptional filmmaking talents of many young artists from ACT and other area schools, highlighting their creativity and dedication.

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Quinebaug Middle College community brings eclipse to life for visually impaired student

 

DANIELSON – On Monday, April 8, 2024, a solar eclipse darkened the skies over Connecticut, wowing viewers who observed the moon’s shadow swallowing up 90% of the visible sun. But for Darby, a 14-year-old visually impaired student at Quinebaug Middle College in Danielson, experiencing the celestial event seemed like an unlikely dream – until innovative thinkers in her community sprang into action.

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ACT performing arts magnet high school presents “The Addams Family” on May 17-18

 

Willimantic – “The Addams Family” – a musical story of love, secrets and embracing your (and your family’s) identity told with the classic characters of Charles Addams – comes to life at EASTCONN’s Arts at the Capitol Theater in downtown Willimantic (896 Main Street) on Friday, May 17 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults; $10 for students, seniors, children and members of the military; and $5 for current ACT students, alumni and staff.

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'Harmony in Diversity' student art gala debuts (Chronicle)

 

(Nicole Zappone, The Chronicle, May 1, 2024)


HAMPTON – EASTCONN recently announced "Harmony in Diversity," an art gala celebrating the artistic talents of students from the agency's four special education programs: Bridges Community School and Educational and Vocational Center (EVC) in Columbia, EASTCONN Transition Academy (ETA) in Windham and Northeast Regional Program (NPR) in Killingly.

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EASTCONN announces Student Art Gala in Hampton May 2 (Villager)

 

(Villager Newspapers, April 26, 2024)


HAMPTON – EASTCONN recently announced "Harmony in Diversity," an art gala celebrating the artistic talents of students from the agency's four special education programs: Bridges Community School and Educational and Vocational Center (EVC) in Columbia, EASTCONN Transition Academy (ETA) in Windham and Northeast Regional Program (NPR) in Killingly.

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Empowering Communities Through Education: EASTCONN’S Interdistrict Cooperative Grants Program (Connections)


For more than a decade, EASTCONN’s Interdistrict Cooperative Grants Program has established itself as a beacon of educational equity and community collaboration across Connecticut, one that fosters inclusivity, mindfulness and academic excellence among students from diverse backgrounds.

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ACT students, alumni come together for DanceFest '24 (Chronicle)

 

(Nicole Zappone, The Chronicle, March 20, 2024)


Over the past 20 years, ACT's dance department has produced high-quality stage performances. This year, ACT will explore re-imagined pieces with DanceFest 2024: ReWorx.

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Opinion: For youth, CT’s ‘Quiet Corner’ is becoming the ‘Forgotten Corner’ (CTMirror)

 

(Eric S. Protulis and Kristin Hempel, The Connecticut Mirror, Feb. 21, 2024)


We often talk about northeastern Connecticut as the Quiet Corner — a region known for its rugged terrain, independent spirit, Victorian homes, spacious farms and beautiful country skies that offer unfiltered views of the constellations.

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Quinebaug Middle College gives high school students a head start on college: what they offer (Norwich Bulletin)


(Connor Linskey, The Norwich Bulletin, 1/30/24)

 

EASTCONN’s Quinebaug Middle College magnet high school (QMC) is not your typical high school. Located on the campus of CT State College-Quinebaug Valley (CTSC-QV) in Danielson, the school enrolls approximately 160 students in grades nine through 12. It is a free, public high school... 

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As CT kindergarten age changes, worries about transition emerge (CTMirror)

 

(Jessika Harkay and Erica E. Phillips, The Connecticut Mirror, Oct. 30, 2023)


Beginning next fall, Connecticut will join the majority of other states in requiring children to be 5 years old before enrolling in kindergarten in September 2024.

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ACT Creative Writers shine at Eastern Connecticut State University Literary Festival


Willimantic, CT - Creative writing students at EASTCONN’s Arts at the Capitol Theater (ACT) performing arts magnet school in Willimantic received recognition at the 2nd annual Literary Festival for High School Students at Eastern Connecticut State University on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023...

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ACT creative writing students published in Young Writers Compendium


Willimantic, CT – For a young writer, seeing one’s work in print for the first time is an unforgettable milestone...

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