The Magnet Education Difference

November 30, 2018December 4, 2018 Sara Germain

Providing a solid education is one of the greatest gifts you can give to a child. An education builds a strong foundation in a child’s life and gives them the knowledge and skills needed to make a valuable impact in our communities.… Read more...

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The Benefits of a Hands-On High School Education

November 19, 2018December 4, 2018 Sara Germain

When you look back on your high school education, what do you remember most? Was it the boring, mundane lectures? Or was it the days you got to get out of the classroom and explore the world around you first-hand? The days… Read more...

CTRA, Magnet Schools, Riverside

What to Look for in a Greater Hartford Magnet School

November 2, 2018December 4, 2018 Sara Germain

Parents love the idea of having their children attend a magnet school – in addition to their many benefits, magnet schools give children the opportunity to attend a theme-based school with hands-on learning approaches. That said, parents searching for the best magnet… Read more...

CTRA, Magnet Schools, Riverside

How Do Magnet Schools Work?

November 1, 2018December 11, 2018 Sara Germain

With all the different educational options out there, it can seem overwhelming to make the right educational choice for your child. As a parent, you may be asking: What type of learning environment will they excel in academically? What type of setting… Read more...

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Should You Choose a STEM Magnet School for Your Teen?

October 23, 2018December 11, 2018 Sara Germain

The teenage years are some of the most crucial and influential years for adolescents. It’s a period in their lives in which they will mature physically, mentally, and emotionally, and start making the transition into adulthood. As they gain traction in their… Read more...

News

Goodwin College and LEARN Appoint Assistant Superintendent of Magnet Schools

September 11, 2018 Rob Muirhead

Goodwin College and LEARN, a Regional Educational Service Center based in Old Lyme, have announced the appointment of Craig Drezek as the Assistant Superintendent of Magnet Schools for Goodwin College, effective October 1, 2018. Drezek’s 23 years of experience in educational leadership… Read more...

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Welcoming Project Worth Young Adult Academy | Goodwin College

May 10, 2018 Goodwin College

Goodwin Welcomes Project Worth Young Adult Academy The 2017 fall semester brought a new community partnership program to campus, forming a unique synergy between Goodwin College’s Facilities Department and Project Worth Young Adult Academy, a program of South Windsor Public Schools. Project… Read more...

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4 Experiences Your Teen Can Have in an Environmental Science and Technology High School

March 1, 2018 Goodwin College

The teenage years of your child’s life is a period of intense growth not only physically, but emotionally and intellectually. Therefore, making sure they are in an educational environment that facilitates that growth is extremely important to their future success. If a… Read more...

Magnet Schools

What the Best Magnet Schools All Have in Common

February 16, 2018 Goodwin College

Magnet schools first emerged back in the civil rights movement as a desegregation tool and to this day, have continued to build their reputations as innovative, visionary, public-choice schools open to all students, regardless of their zip code. Today there are more… Read more...

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Navigating the Magnet School Application Process in Connecticut

February 16, 2018 Goodwin College

As a parent, you know that getting your child into the right school is a top priority. Between checking out the local public school, learning about your magnet and charter school options, and keeping private education in the back of your mind,… Read more...

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4 Alternative High School Options for Your Teen in Connecticut

February 1, 2018 Goodwin College

As a parent of a teen, or even a teen yourself, you already know how important high school can be. The bonds made with peers, the academics that capture interests and spark investigations, the extra-curricular activities, clubs, and sports; these building blocks… Read more...

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Technical High School vs. Technology High School: What is the Difference?

January 18, 2018December 11, 2018 Goodwin College

We live in a fast-paced, ever-changing world. And within it, there are many great technologies that have helped advance the world of education. Today, students are granted the opportunity to learn with innovative tools, resources, and programs – right in the classroom.… Read more...

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What to Look for in a High School Magnet Program

January 3, 2018 Goodwin College

Making the decision to attend a high school magnet program is a big step in helping set your teen up for future success. Once you have made this decision, the question then becomes what high school magnet programs are available to your… Read more...

CTRA, Magnet Schools

6 Reasons to Choose a Science Magnet School for Your Teen

December 18, 2017 Rob Muirhead

Choosing the right high school with your teen is a challenging prospect. Like most decisions at this age, you’re trying to reach a compromise, right? Curfews are bartered for weekend homework completed early; Netflix or Xbox time is won with chores. When… Read more...

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Why a Theme-Based or STEM High School is a Great Choice for Teens

December 1, 2017December 11, 2018 Goodwin College

Connecticut River Academy (CTRA), a Goodwin College magnet school, offers a theme-based, early college program for ambitious high school students. Connecticut River Academy is similar to a STEM high school, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. You might have heard… Read more...

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How to Earn College Credits in High School at Connecticut River Academy

November 20, 2017 Goodwin College

High school is a critical time in a student’s life because it’s the time for them to learn how to be independent, develop good study habits, and perfect their time management skills so they can be prepared for their college years ahead.… Read more...

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Why Consider an Early College Preparatory Program for Your High School Student?

November 2, 2017 Goodwin College

Getting accepted into college is more competitive than it has ever been. From test scores, to GPA requirements, to extracurricular activities, there are so many different factors that college admission officers take into account when evaluating applicants. With such a rigorous admissions… Read more...

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What are the Habits of Mind?

November 2, 2017December 11, 2018 Goodwin College

Connecticut River Academy trains young minds in a modern way. Do you remember your high school teachers, drilling you with repetition? Testing the number of answers you could memorize? Expecting you to reproduce knowledge on-demand? We now teach differently. At Connecticut River… Read more...