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Republicans Vote Down Increased School Funding
The City Council’s Republican majority voted down Council Democrats’ proposal to increase the city funding for New Britain’s schools.
Postponed: School District Hosting Internet Safety Workshops
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that it is hosting separate workshops on internet safety for children and parents on Tuesday.
School District to Hold Community Forum
The Consolidated School District of New Britain (CSDNB) has announced that it will hold a community forum as, “an opportunity to let your voice be heard…”
A Baseball Back to School Bash, Aug 28th
The Consolidated School District is holding its annual Back to School Bash at New Britain Stadium this year for a New Britain Bees game. The 2018 event is to be Tuesday, August 28th. The event, which starts at 5:30pm, is being held in partnership with the New Britain Bees and Whitsons. The school district says, “Thanks […]
Interim Principals and Assistant Principals Appointed
The Board of Education appointed seven school-level administrators in a special meeting held on August 20, 2018. Johanna Robles, who has been DiLoreto Elementary and Middle School Assistant Principal, was named as the interim principal at Jefferson Elementary School. Heather Nicol, who has served as assistant principal at the Vance School and Holmes Elementary School, […]
Michael Foran Appointed Assistant Superintendent
Longtime New Britain educator Michael Foran has been named as Assistant Superintendent. Foran was appointed by the Board of Education at a special meeting on July 31st. Superintendent Nancy Sarra had recommended that the Board approve Foran’s appointment to the position. Sarra said that Foran, “is a true instructional leader. He has a calming presence and […]
Board of Education Makes Appointments to Administrative Positions
Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that the Board of Education has filled a number of administrative positions in the school district ahead of the upcoming school year. The school district announced appointments to nine positions. Michael Foran, who was appointed as Assistant Superintendent. Mark Spalding, appointed as Director of Pupil Services. Danielle […]
Fall 2018 School Sports Registration Deadline August 13th
August 13th is the deadline to register for Fall sports, the New Britain school district has announced. That date is also the start of the Fall sports season. “If the registration process is not completed before the deadline,” says the Consolidated School District of New Britain, “your child will not be able to practice or […]
City Council and Board of Education to Hold Joint Budget Meeting Mar 22nd
The New Britain City Council and New Britain Board of Education will hold a joint meeting regarding the Board of Education’s requested budget. The meeting will be held on March 22, 2018, at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers in City Hall, on the second floor. A press release from the Council President Pro-Tempore, Ald. Eva […]
HALS Student Wins Les Paul Legacy National Music Invention Contest
Topping entries from around the nation, HALS Middle School student Alice Bidoae has been named the winner of the VH1 Save the Music Foundation’s national Les Paul Legacy Contest. As a result of Bidoae’s award, HALS’ music program will receive a Les Paul Epiphone Electric Guitar and Amplifier. The Les Paul Foundation says that, The […]
New School Year Brings New Associate and Assistant Principals Appointments
The new school year has also brought several new associate and assistant principal appointments to be a part of the leadership of the New Britain Schools. In New Britain High School, Antoine Billy has been named Associate Principal. An educator since 2013, Billy holds two Bachelor’s Degrees, one in Religious Education from New York Southeast Religious […]
School District to Have Staff on School Buses for Preschool Kids as School Begins Monday, Aug 28th
“The safety of our little ones is one of our highest priorities,” said Superintendent Nancy Sarra, as the school district announced that it is assigning twenty-one central office staff to ride school buses on Monday and Tuesday of the first week of school to ensure that preschool children arrive safety at school and back with […]
Talisha Foy Named Principal of Northend school
Talisha Foy, an educator at the Waterbury Public Schools since 2006, has been named as the Principal of the Northend Elementary School. “I am extremely excited about becoming a part of the CSDNB family and look forward to working closely with the wonderful students, families and staff at Northend Elementary School,” said Foy. Foy assumes the […]
“Back to School Bash” in Walnut Hill Park Aug 23rd
A “Back to School Bash” will be celebrated in Walnut Hill Park on Wednesday, August 23rd. The school district says that, “As parents, students and educators get ready for the first day of school, the school district and city is preparing a celebration to mark students’ return to the classroom.” The event will be from […]
Terry Turcotte Appointed as Principal of Roosevelt Early Learning Center
Roosevelt Early Learning Center’s Interim Principal has been elevated to serve as the school’s Principal. “I look forward to providing students and families with a foundation for success throughout their educational years by focusing on the academic, emotional, and social needs of the whole child,” said Turcotte. “As interim principal of Roosevelt Early Learning Center, […]
2017-18 Kindergarten Registration Begins in New Britain
Registration for kindergarten is open in New Britain for the 2017-18 school year. Registration is at the school district’s Central Registration office, at 183 Steele Street, located behind Slade Middle School. Children who will be five years old prior to or on January 1, 2018 are eligible for 2017-18 kindergarten classes. To register their children, parents need […]
Students Show Science Skills at Smalley School
Smalley Elementary School held its first science fair recently, as students showed off their abilities and creativity. One student explained how to create Oobleck, the sticky green substance featured in Dr. Seuss’ “Bartholomew and the Oobleck.” Other students’ projects delved into the workings of tsunamis and volcanoes and examining which brand of popcorn pops the most kernels. […]
Lisa Torres Named as Principal of Lincoln School
Lisa Torres will be the new principal of Lincoln Elementary School. Torres, the Assistant Principal at DiLoreto Elementary & Middle School for the past four years, was appointed to the top post at Lincoln by the Board of Education on June 14th. “I am both humbled and honored to have the opportunity to serve the students, […]
School District’s “Buzzin’ Bistro” to Serve Students this Summer
The New Britain school district has a new food delivery truck for its summer meal program for New Britain students. Called the “Buzzin’ Bistro”, the truck has a storied history. It was used to serve the first responders following the World Trade Center attack on September 11, 2001. It was used to provide meals to rescue […]
Vance School Educator, Patricia Cintorino, Named Teacher of the Year
Patricia Cintorino, a teacher at Vance Elementary School, has been named 2016-2017 Teacher of the Year by the Consolidated School District of New Britain. Cintorino, a teacher in the New Britain schools for twenty-eight years, is hailed as an inspiration for her students as well as for fellow teachers. Cintorino is a graduate of Central Connecticut State […]