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Connecticut River Academy At Goodwin College
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Connecticut River Academy?
- Where is the Connecticut River Academy?
- Why do we call the Connecticut River Academy an "early college high school"?
- What are the normal hours that school is in session?
- What type of science courses does the Academy offer?
- Does the Academy only offer science courses?
- Will the credits I earn at Goodwin College be accepted by other colleges?
- How do I apply to the Connecticut River Academy?
What is the Connecticut River Academy?
The Connecticut River Academy is an early college high school with an environmental science focus and a broad range of courses available to students in all academic areas. The Connecticut River Academy prepares students for post high school advanced study at Goodwin College or any other college of their choice.
Where is the Connecticut River Academy?
The Connecticut River Academy is located on the Goodwin College campus in East Hartford, on the banks of the Connecticut River. The Academy is in temporarily buildings on campus next to the Goodwin College main building. We will soon move into a new $57 million building along the banks of the Connecticut River.
Why do we call the Connecticut River Academy an "early college high school"?
Connecticut River Academy students have direct access to the same facilities as regular Goodwin College students. Academy students work with Goodwin College faculty starting in grade 9 and can take credit-bearing courses at the College starting in grade 11. Students who maintain a high level of academic achievement can earn up to a year of college credit in a wide range of academic areas, including courses in environmental studies, early childhood education, criminal justice, health sciences, human services and many others.
What are the normal hours that school is in session?
In order to maximize student learning, the Connecticut River Academy has an extended day program. Our day’s learning starts at 7:45 a.m. and going until 3:00 p.m. every day. After-school programs are also available, as are opportunities for advanced enrichment.
What type of science courses does the Academy offer?
The Connecticut River Academy immerses students in environmental studies starting in grade 9, with offerings in environmental science, biology, chemistry, physics, geology, and other advanced science courses, both at the high school and college levels.
Does the Academy only offer science courses?
While the Connecticut River Academy incorporates a strong science focus into its curriculum, the Academy is a Comprehensive High School, offering the full range of courses in English, social studies, mathematics, and world languages – both Spanish and Chinese – as well as the arts, physical education, and health.
Will the credits I earn at Goodwin College be accepted by other colleges?
Goodwin College has agreements with all the state universities in Connecticut, the University of Hartford, Saint Joseph College, Charter Oak State College, and other colleges. All Connecticut public and private colleges accept Goodwin transfer credits for courses in a student’s major. Goodwin is also a member of the compact between the Connecticut State University System and the Connecticut Community College System.
- Applications will open October, 14 2011 for the 2012 - 2013 school year.
- All applications must be made through the Regional School Choice Office (RSCO).
- Only students entering 9th and 10th grade may apply.
- Students may apply to the Academy from any community in the Greater Hartford area.
- Acceptance is through an open random lottery. Those who apply will be processed through the RSCO's lottery in mid-March. Parents will receive notification in April.
- Preference is given to siblings of present Connecticut River Academy students.
- Further application information is available here.