Connecticut State Library
The Connecticut State Library works to preserve and make accessible Connecticut’s history and heritage and to advance the development of library services statewide.
Education
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A Parent’s Guide to Special Education in Connecticut
The State Department of Education (SDE) provides a guide for parents, guardians and other family members about laws, regulations and policies affecting special education programs and services. These protections, rights, and opportunities will best help students with disabilities reach their full potential.
Agency: Department of Education -
A Parent’s Guide to Special Education in Connecticut – Spanish Version
The State Department of Education (SDE) offers a Spanish guide for parents, guardians, and other family members about laws, regulations, and policies affecting special education programs and services.
Agency: Department of Education -
Action Guide for Nutrition and Physical Activities
The Action Guide provides comprehensive guidance for school districts on developing and implementing local policies to promote healthful eating and physical activity.
Agency: Department of Education -
Adult Education Directory and Registration
A directory of adult education providers compiled by the State Department of Education, Bureau of Health/Nutrition, and Family Services and Adult Education.
Agency: Department of Education -
Teachers can use the benefits estimator calculator to get an idea of their immediate retirement benefits at the time of separation. Retirement benefits are calculated based on a retirement formula type, average salary, full-time equivalency and credited service.
Agency: Teachers Retirement Board -
Statutory requirements for educating English Language Learners (ELLs) not served in required programs of bilingual education.
Agency: Department of Education -
Blind or Visually Impaired Children
The Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind offers school-aged children assistance at school, in special-needs programs and at home.
Agency: Department of Aging and Disability Services -
Boards and Commissions Template
The Commission for Educational Technology is empowered by the General Assembly to envision, coordinate, and oversee the management and successful integration of technology in Connecticut's schools, libraries, colleges and universities.
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Bullying cannot be a rite of passage in our nation’s schools. Instead, our schools must be safe and nurturing environments that promote learning and full participation by all students.
Agency: Department of Education -
The state provides a list of day, sleep-away and specialty camps that are sports, music, art and science-themed.
Agency: ConneCT Kids -
Those looking for a state-approved hospital-based school can research the seven schools on the state's approved list. Hospital-based programs include nursing, allied health careers and ultrasound training.
Agency: Office of Higher Education -
Frequently asked questions regarding educator certification in Connecticut
Agency: Department of Education -
Young people prepping for college can find information about the PSAT, SAT, Advanced Placement exams, and learn about the University of Connecticut’s Early College Experience program.
Agency: Office of Higher Education -
Colleges and Universities Search
A college search tool that allows students to learn about Connecticut's colleges and universities, and narrow their search to identify public and private colleges that offer a desired program or field of study.
Agency: Office of Higher Education -
Connecticut's website for children to learn about Connecticut history, people, government, and culture.
Agency: ConneCT Kids
