Raven's Update
Week of August 25 - August 29
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2025
WITH A 10:50AM DISMISSAL
The Countdown Is On!
The first day of school is right around the corner—Wednesday, August 27!
Now’s a great time to start getting back into school routines: earlier bedtimes, school supply shopping, and talking with your child about what to expect.
We can’t wait to welcome our Ravens back for another amazing year!
Sports
Check out our sports section!
Be sure to check out our sports section towards the end of this newsletters. It is filled with important information regarding how to sign your child up for sports, a message from High School Cross Country, and the games schedule from now through mid September.
Upcoming dates to keep in mind
August & September 2025
August 27th - First Day of School - Early Dismissal (10:50am)
September 1st - Labor Day No School
September 17th - Early Dismissal (10:50am) Teacher Professional Learning Day
Registration and Information Update
All families—new and returning—should have received a registration/information update link from our Registrar, Ms. Colon. This form is mandatory and must be completed and submitted as soon as possible. It is especially important for families who have moved over the summer, as address changes affect transportation routes and stops. Proof of address is required for any updates.
For questions, please contact Ms. Colon at ccolon@crec.org.
Health Services
Is your child able to start on the first day?
Our Health Services team has been working hard to ensure that all students have up-to-date physicals and immunization records. Please check your email for any communications regarding missing documents. Students missing required health documentation will not be able to start school until the documents are received and processed.
If you did not receive an email from Health Services, you should be all set. Still, feel free to reach out with any questions.
Documents can be emailed to HealthServices@crec.org or faxed to 860-920-4022.
Innovation General Information
School begins on August 27th for our students. This first day of school will be an early dismissal day releasing at 10:50am. The regular school day begins at 7:30 AM and our regular day dismissal time is 2:05 PM. A Rules Assembly has been scheduled for students in each grade with Administration during the first week of school.
School Schedule
Students will have six classes per day. The schedule will rotate so students will have each class 3-4 times per week. Students will also have a 30-minute Innovation/Advisory block every day. During this time students will be engaged in our whole school goal activities, team building/culture and climate activities and social/emotional learning. We feel this model will help all students academically to ensure their success and be productive members of our community and world at Large.
Meals Program
Students will be able to enter the building at 7:20am for breakfast. Students will once again be provided free breakfast and lunch. These meals are FREE for all students. However, if your child wants a la carte items and/or extra food they will need to pay for it at time of service.
Academic Core Teams
Students will be assigned to an academic team who will support the students and parents. Each team has an assigned Team Leader. These team leaders are responsible for their team, together with a group of dedicated teachers will help strengthen students’ academic ability and become leaders in life.
Grade 6 Team Leader: Mr. Martin
Grade 7 Team Leader: Ms. Holyst
Grade 8 Team Leader: Mr. Marchinkoski
Grade 9 Team Leader: Ms. Buchheit
Grade 10 Team Leader: Ms. Hatch
Grade 11 Team Leader: Mr. DeCoster
Grade 12 Team Leader: Mr. Miller
Counseling Department
School Counseling
Jennifer Asmar | Grades 10-12 | jasmar@crec.org
Justin Escobales | Grades 6-9 | jescobales@crec.org
Katie Mangione | Grades 10-12 | kmangione@crec.org
Erin Strazzulla | Grades 6-9 | estrazzulla@crec.org
School Social Workers
Lenore Bailey, LCSW | lbailey@crec.org
Michelle Lopez, LCSW | mlopez@crec.org
Sarah Mucci, LCSW | smucci@crec.org
Administrative Assistant
Rachel Sclare | rsclare@crec.org
Attention Grades 8 and up
Innovation Technology Agreement
The Technology Agreement is currently available on the PowerSchool Parent Portal in the Forms section.
Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up Entrance
The entrance to the student drop-off/pick-up area is on Slater Road (see map below).
The parking lot in the front of the school is designated for Buses and School Vans only. Families should NOT use the main entrance prior to 7:30am.
Transportation
Contact info for transportation department:
o New Britain families: New Britain Public Schools Transportation Department - 860.827.2239
o Non New Britain families: RSCO Transportation - 860.524.4077 www.crec.org/transportation
Changes regarding Bus Passes
Please Note:
Grade 9 Presentation
If you were unable to attend the Grade 9 Welcome event last week, do not worry. We've got you covered. Click HERE to view the presentation.
Grade Level Summer Letters
Sign up for SchoolMessenger text messages
To opt in to receiving SchoolMessenger text messages please text the word YES to 67587.
Sports
Fall Sports have begun. Start dates below:
- High School Football: August 14th
- High School Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, Boys and Girls Soccer: August 18th
- Middle School Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, Boys and Girls Soccer: September 3rd
CROSS COUNTRY - HIGH SCHOOL
🏃♂️ Join the Cross Country Team! 🏃♀️
Attention Students!
Looking for a sport that builds endurance, strength, and friendships that last a lifetime? Cross Country is more than just running—it’s about challenging yourself, supporting your teammates, and reaching goals you never thought possible.
No experience needed—just bring a positive attitude and a willingness to work hard. Come be part of a team that pushes each other to succeed on and off the course! For more information, chase down Coach Fogarty in the hallway, he’s faster than you think.
Run with us. Grow with us. Win with us.
Thanks !
August 28 - September 13 Games
Up to date and full season schedules can be found by clicking on the sport
- 9/9 vs Comp Sci @ Abbe Road Soccer Complex 3:45pm
- 9/12 vs Parish Hill @ Parish Hill 3:45pm
- 8/26 FRESHMAN Scrimmage vs Wethersfield @ Silas Deane Middle School 3pm
- 9/3 vs Hartford Public @ Innovation 3:45pm
- 9/5 vs AAE @ AAE 3:45pm
- 9/9 vs HMTCA @ Innovation 3:45pm
- 9/10 JV vs AAE @ Innovation 4pm
- 9/12 vs Comp Sci @ Abbe Road Soccer Complex 3:45pm
- 8/28 vs New Britain High @ New Britain High JV 3pm/Varsity 4pm
- 9/3 vs Wethersfield @ Innovation JV4pm/Varsity 5pm
- 9/4 vs Cheney Tech @ Cheney Tech JV4pm/Varsity 5:15pm
- 9/8 vs Goodwin Tech @ Goodwin Tech JV 3:45pm/Varsity 5:15pm
- 9/10 vs Prince Tech @ Prince Tech JV 4pm/Varsity 5:15pm
- 9/12 vs Capital Prep @ Capital Prep JV 4pm/Varsity 5pm
- 9/4 @ Elizabeth Park 4pm
- 9/9 @ Colt Park 4pm
- 9/5 vs Montville @ Montville High 5:30pm
- 9/12 vs VARSITY Stafford/East Windsor/Somers @ Stafford High 6pm
- 9/13 vs JV Stafford/East Windsor/Somers @ Stafford High 10am
School Year Calendar
*Please note that midterm and final exams are not listed on the CREC District calendar. During that time Innovation follows an early dismissal schedule. Those dates are typically in January and June. The exact dates will be communicated in advance.*
First Marking Period - August 27 - October 31
- Aug. 27 - First Day of School - Early Dismissal Day - Professional Learning Day
- Sept. 1 - No School - Labor Day
- Sept. 17 - Early Dismissal - Professional Learning
- Oct. 13 - No School - Indigenous People's Day
- Oct. 22 - Early Dismissal - Professional Learning
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Contact Us
To report contact information and address changes: InnovationRegistration@crec.org
Email: InnovationOffice@crec.org
Website: asi.crecschools.org
Location: 600 Slater Road, New Britain, CT, USA
Phone: 860-223-0726 Fax: 860-223-0742
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CRECInnovation/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/crecscienceandinnovation?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
