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Western Connecticut Academy of International Studies Recognized as Blue Ribbon School
Danbury School Named Connecticut Blue Ribbon School
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Western Connecticut Academy of International Studies Elementary Magnet School in Danbury has been named one of Connecticut's 2026 Blue Ribbon Schools, an honor recognizing academic excellence and supportive learning environments. This year, six schools across the state received this recognition, with an awards ceremony scheduled for June 9.
- 01The Connecticut Blue Ribbon Schools Program was initiated following the discontinuation of the federal National Blue Ribbon Schools Program.
- 02Selection criteria included high academic performance and positive student outcomes as per the 2024-25 Connecticut Next Generation Accountability System.
- 03Other schools awarded include Great Oak Elementary in Oxford and Nathan Hale School in Meriden.
- 04The announcement was made by Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker.
- 05An awards ceremony for the recognized schools will take place on June 9 in West Hartford.
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Western Connecticut Academy of International Studies Elementary Magnet School in Danbury has been honored as one of Connecticut's 2026 Blue Ribbon Schools, a recognition that highlights schools demonstrating exceptional academic achievement and supportive learning environments. Announced by Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker, this year's selection includes six schools across the state. The schools were evaluated based on their performance metrics from the 2024-25 Connecticut Next Generation Accountability System, which assesses academic excellence and student outcomes. In addition to the Danbury school, the other recipients of this prestigious award are Great Oak Elementary School in Oxford, Nathan Hale School in Meriden, New Lebanon School in Greenwich, Ridgefield High School in Ridgefield, and Webster Hill School in West Hartford. The awards ceremony is set to take place on June 9 in West Hartford, celebrating the achievements of these outstanding educational institutions.
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This recognition can enhance the reputation of the Western Connecticut Academy of International Studies and potentially attract more students and resources.
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