Raymond Hill School - New Britain

The Consolidated School District of New Britain (CSDNB) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment for a diverse range of students, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional learners. The district's mission focuses on becoming a beacon for public urban education, emphasizing continuous improvement and innovative approaches that cater to the unique needs of each child. CSDNB employs a variety of key programs and therapeutic methodologies designed to promote academic growth, social-emotional development, and overall well-being. With a commitment to maintaining a low student-teacher ratio, the district ensures personalized attention that enhances learning experiences. Unique partnerships with families further enrich the educational landscape, fostering strong community connections that support student success. CSDNB stands out not only for its academic achievements, but also for its initiatives like the Teacher Residency Program aimed at diversifying the educator workforce. This holistic approach creates an empowering atmosphere where every student is encouraged to thrive academically and socially.

Solterra Academy is a therapeutic day school located at 300 John Downey Drive in New Britain, Connecticut. It provides comprehensive special education services to students ages 5 to 22 who require intensive intervention due to significant emotional, behavioral, cognitive, developmental, and/or learning challenges. The school is approved by the Connecticut State Department of Education and serves students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Disabilities, Emotional Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Multiple Disabilities, Specific Learning Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Other Health Impairments. The school offers elementary, middle, and high school classrooms with instruction aligned to Connecticut Common Core State Standards. Additional programs include vocational education, autism-specific programming, mental health services, physical and occupational therapy, and an extended school year program. A Flexible Learning Center supports high school students needing individualized credit recovery and flexible scheduling. Enrollment and placement occur through school districts via the Planning and Placement Team (PPT) process. Services are delivered by an interdisciplinary team including certified special education teachers, licensed clinicians, therapists, and support staff. Family involvement is emphasized, with counseling, parent education, and transition planning to foster independence and successful return to home school districts when appropriate.

ACES Educational Center for the Arts, at 55 Audubon Street in New Haven's Audubon Arts District, is a public, half-time magnet high school run by Area Cooperative Educational Services. We serve students from the 25 school districts in south central Connecticut and beyond. Our students study music, dance, theatre, creative writing, or visual arts alongside practicing artists, and our arts program includes multicultural and global citizenship education.