Welcome to Middle School Learning in West Hartford!
With great pride and enthusiasm, I share an overview of the dynamic and enriching learning experience we offer our middle school students in West Hartford Public Schools. Our comprehensive program, grounded in the Connecticut Core Standards, provides instruction on the essential literacy and mathematics skills while preparing students for success at the next level of education. The curriculum inspires curiosity and creativity across all subject areas. Students engage deeply with the visual and performing arts, science, social studies, world language, physical education, library media, and social-emotional learning, reflecting our commitment to educating the whole child.
This curriculum truly comes alive in the hands of our talented teachers, who are committed to ensuring that our students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We recognize and honor that students learn in diverse ways and strive to meet them where they are. If you have any questions about the curriculum, your child's teacher is the best source of information.
Of course, no single document can fully explain the rich and nuanced nature of the school curriculum and instructional goals. We know that learning is optimized in a partnership with families, teachers, and schools. Working together, we can use your experiences as a family and our work in the classroom to create a respectful climate of academic success and joy for lifelong learning.
Sincerely,
Anne McKernan
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment
