UHSSE - The University High School of Science and Engineering is a partnership
of the University of Hartford and the Hartford Public Schools.
The school prepares graduates for pursuing further education and careers
in a range of scientific, engineering, and technology fields. Internships with local science and engineering firms
are available for interested students - such as, UCONN Mini Medical, Junior Doctor Academy,
and the School-wide
FIRST Robotics team.
Our
curriculum focuses on mathematics, science, technology and engineering,
with physics, engineering and 2 math courses required during freshman
year. It provides opportunity for qualified students to earn college
credits while in high school. We have a full capacity of 400 students, in grades 9 through 12 about 100 students in each grade level.
We draw students from Hartford and 36 towns.
UHS has a policy of sending everystudent off to college, and or the Armed Forces, Click Here to see what achomplishment some students made in 2010.
University High School of Science and Engineering, was named in 2010 as one of Connecticuts 'Cool Schools'. Click Here to see what makes the student body at UHSSE so original and special.
ASD - The American School for the Deaf is a premier comprehensive center
providing
education and resources for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, their families,
and educational partners in Connecticut and beyond.
The American School for the Deaf serves the deaf and hard of hearing community
as a multifaceted innovative institution dedicated to the development of
intellect
and the enhancement of quality of life, producing educated and self-directed
citizens.
Founded in 1817, the American School for the Deaf was the first permanent school
for the deaf in the United States and a nationally renowned leader in providing
comprehensive educational, programs and services for deaf and hard-of-hearing
students.
The
School’s total communication philosophy embraces English, American Sign
Language, the integration of speech, auditory training, reading,
writing, and use of assistive devices as essential parts of total
education that enables students to achieve true language and
communication literacy.