STRONG 21ST CENTURY COMMUNICATIONS MAGNET AND SCSU LAB SCHO

Strong 21st Century Communications Magnet and SCSU Lab Scho is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the New Haven School District school district, located in New Haven, CT with about 289 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 24 teachers, Strong 21st Century Communications Magnet and SCSU Lab Scho has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

The **Strong 21st Century Communications Magnet and SCSU Lab School**, located in New Haven, Connecticut, is a specialized K-8 institution dedicated to integrating rigorous academic standards with a focus on modern communication technologies. As a magnet school, it draws students from the broader community, emphasizing the development of essential 21st-century skills—such as critical thinking, digital literacy, and collaborative problem-solving—to prepare students for success in a globalized society.

A defining feature of the school is its unique partnership with Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU). As a "Lab School," Strong serves as a collaborative site for teacher training, educational research, and the implementation of innovative pedagogical strategies. This relationship ensures that students benefit from current educational practices and a curriculum that is frequently enriched by the expertise and resources of a university setting, fostering a dynamic and research-informed learning environment.

For more information, contact Strong 21st Century Communications Magnet and SCSU Lab Scho at (475) 220-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.