WINTERGREEN INTERDISTRICT MAGNET SCHOOL

Wintergreen Interdistrict Magnet School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Area Cooperative Educational Services school district, located in Hamden, CT with about 625 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Wintergreen Interdistrict Magnet School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wintergreen Interdistrict Magnet School (WIMS), located in Hamden, Connecticut, is a public magnet school that serves students in grades Pre-K through 8. Operating under the umbrella of Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES), the school draws a diverse student population from various school districts across the region. Its educational philosophy is deeply rooted in the "Explorations" theme, which integrates hands-on, inquiry-based learning with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). By providing this specialized curriculum, the school aims to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a collaborative, multi-cultural environment.

Beyond its academic focus, Wintergreen is known for its commitment to holistic development and community engagement. The school utilizes a "multiple intelligences" approach, ensuring that students have opportunities to excel in the arts, physical education, and social-emotional learning alongside core subjects. With its modern facilities and emphasis on building partnerships between families, educators, and the community, Wintergreen Interdistrict Magnet School strives to prepare its students to be adaptable, lifelong learners who are well-equipped for the demands of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Wintergreen Interdistrict Magnet School at (203) 281-9668 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.