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Classical Magnet School
85 Woodland Street
Hartford, CT 06105
860-695-9100
Principal: James Motes
Email: motej001@hartfordschools.org
URL: http://www.hartfordschools.org/index.php/our-schools
School Hours: 7:40 am – 4:00 pm
Grades Served: Grades 6-12
School Uniform: Yes
Overview:
Classical Magnet School prepares students for acceptance into competitive colleges and universities. Students participate in
a rigorous, traditional liberal arts curriculum rooted in the Western tradition, while embracing the common elements of the
Paideia philosophy of education, which is based on the belief that human beings are primarily defined by their capacity and
desire for learning.
Students at Classical are expected to demonstrate their ability to read and comprehend literature, write persuasively, think
clearly, communicate effectively and utilize high-level problem solving techniques. All students complement their
classroom learning experience through an extended day enrichment program that allows them to enhance talents and skills
in areas including art, music and theater.
Preparing children not only for school but for life requires that Classical offer students authentic opportunities to interact
with people who are different from themselves. With students from 42 towns and a student body that represents all of the
region’s demographics, we have a unique opportunity to shape the emotional intelligence of our students, and instill in them
an important sense of empathy for others.
Special features:
> Participate in 20 CIAC-approved interscholastic sports
> NEASC Accredited
M m a g n e t g r a d e s 6-12 z o n e 1
Education is based on the Paideia Principles, including:
> All children deserve the same quality and quantity of schooling, as all children can learn
> Quality of education is of the highest level
> Schooling should prepare children to earn a living, be good citizens of the world and make a good life
> Principal, teachers and staff will be actively engaged in learning
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