LEARN News For Families

Welcome to LEARN News for Families, the latest resource for parents, guardians, and caregivers of students enrolled in LEARN’s Family of Schools. We are happy you are here, choosing a LEARN magnet school education for your child.

This newsletter will be published every two months and will include:

• Spotlight on Excellence. Educational insights, initiatives, or learning tips
• Magnet Moments. School updates from LEARN’s magnet schools of choice
• Reminders and Announcements. Important Information and upcoming changes
• Calls to Action. Opportunities to get involved

In the last edition of LEARN News for Families, we highlighted an exciting prospect for families in the region - a potential new early childhood school. We are delighted to announce that 2024 already brought positive developments for this prospective school. On January 24th, the State of Connecticut's School Construction Projects Committee voted to approve its priority list, which included LEARN's new school proposal.

What does that mean? It is a significant stride forward in advancing this new school project. The School Construction Projects Committee will now draft a bill for submission to the Connecticut State Legislature's Education Committee where we hope it will meet with additional approval. For more on this potential new school, reach out to info@learn.k12.ct.us.

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Details on the Potential New Early Childhood School (pending approval by the legislature and the Governor's Office):

Location: 51 Daniels Avenue, Waterford

Grades: Pre-kindergarten through Grade 2 with an infant/toddler care component and a special education component

Opening: 2027-2028 school year

TFS students have been having SNOW much fun participating in winter-themed activities.

• Reading in the Library
• Dancing with jingle bells in Music
• Playing in imaginary snow in Creative Movement
• Learning about photographer and meteorologist "Snowflake Bentley" in Visual Arts

Wow! Our TFS students and staff know how to keep the fun going inside on these cold winter days!

Students at RMMS continue to learn what it means to be global citizens who, among other things, are open-minded, caring, and principled individuals. Students and staff are preparing to celebrate Kindness Month in February in which students will be challenged to “catch” each other being kind. Kindness is at the heart of the great RMMS school community.

On January 17th, MSMHS students participated in a series of cultural lessons and experiences to learn about and celebrate Lunar New Year. The programming was led by MSMHS junior Zoe Wu with support from a team of about 30 peers. This was the school's second of three events held this school year to support their designation as an Anti-Defamation League (ADL) No Place for Hate school.

Did you know that TRMC was the number one school in CT for college access and college credit earned? This week, students at TRMC started their second semester classes. In addition to a wide variety of college course offerings, students also enrolled in workforce education programs such as phlebotomy technician, veterinarian technician, real estate certification, and medical assistant certification. Students at TRMC are using their time in high school to get a jumpstart on their college education as well as their career pathways!

We are thrilled to announce LEARN’s new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Committee, dedicated to exploring the vast potential of AI in education. AI, the simulation of human intelligence in machines, holds incredible promise for transforming the way we teach and learn. The committee will play a pivotal role in learning more about how AI technologies can support educational goals for all while protecting student data privacy and academic integrity.

In the coming months, we look forward to actively involving students, parents/caregivers, and educators in this exciting learning to help shape a shared vision for an enriching and future-ready educational experiences.

Magnet schools only exist when families choose to enroll their children. In fact, our schools receive funding based on the number of students who enroll. When our schools are fully enrolled, we have the resources for exciting learning opportunities for your child.

Most families apply to magnet schools on the advice of a friend or family member.

BE AN ADVOCATE FOR LEARN'S FAMILY OF SCHOOLS!

• Spread the word about our amazing magnet schools.
• Let others in your community know your child attends one of our schools.
• Share your positive experiences about our school programs with friends and neighbors.
• Like, follow, and share posts from our social media platforms.
• Contact your local legislator and share the story of your child's achievements thanks to magnet schools.
• Send an email to info@learn.k12.ct.us to learn more about how you can support LEARN's Family of Schools.

Thank you.

Know a family interested in our schools for the 2024-2025 school year? Tell them to apply NOW! www.chooselearn.org.

Share your feedback, ask questions, or offer some advice to your LEARN Leadership Team.

• Send an email to info@learn.k12.ct.us
• Call us at 860-434-4800 x1132
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