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L.W. Batchelder Elementary School
757 New Britain Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
860-695-2720
Principal: Monica Quinones
Email: quinm002@hartfordschools.org
URL: http://www.hartfordschools.org/index.php/our-schools
School Hours: 8:15 am – 3:15 pm
Aftercare: Available
Grades Served: PK4 – Grade 8
School Uniform: Yes
D d i s t r i c t g r a d e s PK4-Grade 8 z o n e 3
Overview:
Batchelder Elementary School is a community school with a diverse Pre-K-8 student population. The mission of Batchelder
School is to create a community of active learners, where we all interact collaboratively with parents and community
organizations to develop and implement educational programs ensuring academic and social excellence for all.
At Batchelder School we:
> Believe that all children can learn.
> Nurture the unique heart, mind, and body of each child by using a variety of teaching methods and instructional strategies
that address different learning styles.
> Encourage students to strive to their fullest potential by meeting the challenging academic standards in every content
area through authentic learning experiences that address and solve real problems.
> Create a teaching and learning environment in which all staff continually receive opportunities to upgrade skills and to
reflect and assess effective teaching practices.
> Foster a process of learning and growth, which students will continue throughout high school and their lives.
Special features:
> 8th Grade students have the opportunity to visit a college campus in order to visualize their ultimate goal of
attending college
> M squared M cubed after school program
> Middle school sports: Boys Soccer, Girls Volleyball, Boys and Girls Basketball
> Partnership with Junior Achievement
> Pre-K-8 School that fosters a sense of community.
Note: Pre-Kindergarten programs for 4-year-olds are partially funded through a School Readiness Grant, and involve a weekly fee, based
on household income. To apply for your preschooler, complete an online Choice Application at www.hartfordschools.org.
Upon receipt of a placement letter, you must pre-register your child at your new school during the month of May.
At that time you will receive information detailing final registration in August.
Please see the FAQs on pages 14 & 15 for a list of the important documents you need to register your child.
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