Norwalk Public Schools

Norwalk Public Schools is thrilled to be participating in this year’s Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools Digital Equity and High School Redesign Learning Collaborative! Led by superintendents and guided by Digital Promise, learning collaboratives bring together district leaders across roles and focus areas to tackle shared challenges and priorities. By participating in the Digital Equity learning collaborative, we’ll explore, refine, and enhance Norwalk Public Schools' current digital equity practices through collaborative, cross-functional discussions. By participating in the High School Redesign learning collaborative, NPS will discuss, learn, and take action to reimagine the high school experience to meet the demands of the future and empower scholars to embrace and develop their uniquely human qualities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/etzTMXfD #EdLeadership #k12education #leaders #education

Congratulations to our partners at the Norwalk Mentor Program, which was recently honored at The Governor’s Prevention Partnership with the Champion for Youth Impact Award! Currently, the Norwalk Mentor Program serves 412 K-12 students in Norwalk Public Schools. The program stands out for its long-term mentorship, pairing students with mentors until graduation and providing scholarships for further education. Mentors, including elected officials, educators and local professionals, meet weekly with their mentees during school hours. Long-time mentors Greg Burnett, a Norwalk Common Council member, and Dr. Robin Gredinger, Social Worker in Residence with Norwalk Public Schools, joined Jasmine Prezzie, Director of the Norwalk Mentor Program and a Norwalk Board of Education member, to celebrate the award at The Governor’s Prevention Partnership 35th Anniversary Party. The Norwalk Mentor Program was founded in 1986 by Dr. Susan Weinberger and is now operated by the Human Services Council. Since the program’s inception, it has fostered thousands of youth-mentor matches over its 38-year history. Collaborating with The Governor’s Prevention Partnership for recruitment and training, the program uniquely connects students with guidance and support throughout their educational journey. Click here to learn more about the Norwalk Mentor Program: https://lnkd.in/enbW4UfS

Superintendent Dr. Estrella recently shared her bold, strategic vision for tackling new and existing challenges in our school communities this year, alongside another forward-thinking member of the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools. ? Some topics they discuss include providing real-world learning opportunities, preparing students for a changing workforce, addressing student mental health and trauma, and more.? ? In Digital Promise's latest blog post, Dr. Estrella and Dr. Jeremy Tucker, superintendent of Liberty Public Schools in Missouri, share how the League plays a role in helping to make this vision a reality. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/esJueu58

Congratulations to Reisli Maldonado Quintero of Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School who is featured on the cover of Scholastic News - Edition 3! Scholastic News highlighted Reisli’s national award-winning essay, “My Superpower,” about her being bilingual and her family’s move to the United States from Venezuela. The magazine also featured information about Reisli’s home country and the United States’ celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Click here to learn more about Reisli’s award-winning essay: https://bit.ly/3UnmAW4 Watch our celebration for Reisli last year: https://lnkd.in/e9kDSeGn

We were proud to celebrate National Arts in Education week by showcasing our incredible team of visual and performing arts teachers. In the Norwalk Public Schools, the arts are a cornerstone of a well-rounded education, offering students vital opportunities for creative expression and personal growth. Some of our arts teachers shared with the community why arts programs in school are so vital to students' educational experience. https://bit.ly/4geAe6v On Sept. 10, our arts educators were honored by the Board of Education including the 2024 NPS Teacher of the Year, Nicole Jean, who is the band director for West Rocks Middle School.

South Norwalk Elementary School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled elementary school art teacher to inspire creativity, foster artistic development, and create a positive learning environment for students. Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/dvgFD8WT The South Norwalk art teacher will instruct students in art, fostering skills that enhance their learning experiences and contribute to their overall development. This role also involves creating a conducive classroom environment, communicating with parents, and actively participating in professional learning to meet high educational expectations. For any questions, please email [email protected].

Norwalk Public Schools is seeking an outstanding administrator in Human Resources to be a major player in providing leadership to the district.?The HR Director will provide leadership, direction, and guidance for the strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations of Human Resources. Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/djTC4Hid ? The HR Director leads the overall mission to find and retain great talent for all positions in the organization in order to meet the mission of high student achievement.?The director develops and implements strategic goals in recruitment, selection, induction, deployment, performance management and professional development for all employees with a strong focus on teacher and principal effectiveness. For any questions, please email [email protected].

What a great looking team at Marvin Elementary School! Have a great year!

Superintendent Dr. Estrella traveled around Norwalk on Monday, welcoming students back at many of our schools for the First Day of School. She’s filled with excitement and optimism for the new year, her fifth as the superintendent of Norwalk Public Schools.

Our teachers from Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School and the Norwalk Early Childhood Center spent the first day back for teachers building connections, collaborating, communicating and critically thinking, which will be a major focus for our scholars this year as the district implements its new Portrait of a Graduate initiative. Teacher teams were given one package of balloons (not inflated), one roll of masking tape, and 20 minutes to build the tallest tower they could. Team members had to strategize a plan, communicate effectively and work together to win. Congratulations to the Yellow Team who built the tallest, free-standing structure that stayed up!