If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you already know I work as a teacher/school counselor at Connecticut River Academy in East Hartford, CT. I’ve worked at several Connecticut schools from rural to city; I can honestly say Connecticut River Academy (CTRA) is the best school at which I’ve ever been a staff member. Classes are small, the staff is caring, the student body is extremely diverse, and we pride ourselves on really getting to know our kids.
Connecticut River Academy is a magnet school focused on the themes of advanced manufacturing and environmental sciences. We are located on the campus of Goodwin University and enjoy many benefits because of our affiliation. For example, students who do well academically can take college classes at Goodwin for free. Many of our high school seniors graduate with not only a high school diploma but also with up to 35 college credits that are transferable to almost all colleges and universities. That’s an enormous savings considering the huge expense of college.
We also have a state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing facility. Students can explore how current advancements in technology will shape the future of our planet with advanced manufacturing. Working hands-on with cutting-edge equipment and high-tech machinery such as 3-D printers and robotics, students gain experience in technologies including advanced manufacturing, engineering, and logistics.
Although CTRA is located in East Hartford, ANYONE from Connecticut can attend – for FREE. We have students from about 50 different towns and cities across the state. Transportation is worked out with your local municipality, so you don’t even have to worry about that.
I could actually go on for many pages about how wonderful CTRA is and why you should send your child here. I wish this year would support touring our programs, but unfortunately, it’s not to be. However, please visit our website and have a look around. You can also register for virtual tours and open house events. In addition, I’m happy to answer any questions you may have! Just leave me a comment or send an email to gjuliano@ctriveracademy.org. All applications for enrollment must be received by February 28, 2021.
