New Britain Board of Education Meeting Minutes: A Focus on Progress and Student Achievement
The Consolidated School District of New Britain (CSDNB) is dedicated to becoming a model for public urban education in the region. This vision is being realized through consistent, significant progress in all areas. While lasting change requires time, each step forward reinforces confidence in the district's trajectory. Recent state assessment results confirm that New Britain is advancing, with an increasing number of students achieving proficiency. The current focus is on ensuring these students maintain their proficiency and continue to develop their Grade Level Thinking skills.
Positive Trends and Emerging Successes ("Green Shoots")
Across CSDNB, initial signs of progress, referred to as "Green Shoots," are emerging from strategic investments implemented in recent years. Data indicates that these efforts are beginning to have an impact, as evidenced by rising test scores, improved reading levels, expanded college credit opportunities, and reduced absenteeism. These encouraging trends demonstrate that the district's planning, funding, and collective commitment are yielding positive results.
Notable Achievements
DiLoreto Elementary & Middle School is demonstrating significant growth, with two exceptional classrooms achieving remarkable gains in i-Ready assessments. They have achieved a 175% median growth in math and 156% in reading. This is thanks to high expectations, strategic affirmations, and an unwavering commitment to student success. New Britain High School's 8th Grade Showcase welcomed over 100 families. The event highlighted the school's Distinguished Academies, award-winning Fine Arts program, athletics, and student-led clubs.
Teacher Residency Program (TRP) Recognition
CSDNB recently hosted nearly 40 national representatives to showcase its Teacher Residency Program (TRP), which is now registered as a Department of Labor Apprenticeship.
Improvement in State Test Data
Recent state test data indicates CSDNB's progress toward achieving better outcomes for New Britain's students. This growth reflects the hard work of teachers, staff, students, families, and strong community support.
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Increased College Credit Opportunities
New Britain High School now ranks sixth in Connecticut for students earning UConn credit in high school, with participation rising from 184 to 276 students.
Student Services and Educational Opportunities
The public school system of New Britain includes one high school, three middle schools, and ten elementary schools. A wide variety of staff supports these programs. Student services are provided by school lunch, janitorial, and transportation staff. These students can be found in the public school system of New Britain. Alternative schooling is available, as are numerous special educational opportunities, ranging from special education to the Gifted and Talented program.
Academic Goals
There is an emphasis on excellence and on basic instruction with the goal of making significant, measurable gains in language arts, reading, writing and mathematics on the Connecticut Mastery Test and significant gains on the Connecticut Academic Performance Test.
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