Our mission is to narrow the achievement gap, provide a safe learning environment, hire a highly-qualified and diverse staff, and secure necessary funding through public and community partnerships.
Bristol Public Sc hools
1 Table of Contents
2 Letter from the Superintendent of Schools
3 BPS Equity through Excellence Framework
4 2019-2024 District Priorities and Indicators of Success
5 Districtwide Highlights 6-7 Awards
8-9 Bristol Central High School 10-11 Bristol Eastern High School 12-13 Chippens Hill Middle School 14-15 Northeast Middle School 16-17 Greene-Hills School 18-19 West Bristol School 20-21 Edgewood Elementary School 22-23 Ellen P. Hubbell Elementary School 24-25 Ivy Drive Elementary School 26-27 Mountain View Elementary School 28-29 South Side Elementary School 30-31 Stafford Elementary School 32-33 Bristol Early Childhood Center, Bristol Preparatory Academy, Adult Education 34-35 Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School 36-37 Bristol Business Education Foundation 38-39 Concentrations and Pathways 40-41 Concentrations and Pathways (continued) 42-43 Bristol Board of Education Commissioners and Committees 44-45 Bristol Board of Education Staff Directory 46 ParentSquare
I am very excited to share with you our district’s first-ever annual report! This report highlights many of the accomplishments of our scholars and staff in the classroom, competition, and community throughout the school year.
This time of year is most fitting to evaluate our progress over the past school year, set new goals, and prioritize what is most important to our district. I would like to take a moment to revisit our BPS Equity through Excellence Framework and 2019-2024 District Priorities and Indicators of Success, which were developed in consultation with the BPS District Continuous Improvement Team.
Our focus on knowing each scholar by name, strength, story, and need will help us create positive school and classroom learning environments in which students are supported and rise to clear and challenging expectations. The support of our families, teachers, and staff will continue to raise the bar for a well-rounded student experience, both inside and outside of our classrooms, and sustain our BPS legacy.
As we continue to move toward becoming a District Model of Excellence, we will continue to align all of our actions and innovations to the following District Priorities:
Within each priority, strategic actions have been identified, resulting in our Equity through Excellence Framework. This framework serves as a guide, as it identifies best practices at the classroom, school, and district levels. These practices ensure that our graduates leave our district with the skills and dispositions necessary to be successful in their future academic and professional careers and lives. To monitor our progress and improve outcomes for all students, the Indicators of Success were established. These indicators are accompanied with yearly benchmarks based on historical data, which measure our progress across multiple dimensions.
As always, we are BPS! We are bettertogetherandstrongerthanever!
In partnership, Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools
Catherine M. Carbone, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools Bristol Public Schools
100% of BPS students in grades 3-12 will identify an adult within their school that offers them support and guidance.
BY 202475% of BPS students will enroll in a 2- or 4-year college or university.
95% of BPS students will graduate on time.
72% of BPS high school students will take a college credit-bearing course or participate in a career experience.
96% of BPS ninth-grade students will be considered on track for graduation.
63% of BPS eighth-grade students will demonstrate the necessary skills to be proficient in algebra.
70% of BPS third-grade students will achieve grade-level proficiency in reading.
Less than 5% of BPS students will be absent for more than 10% of the school year.
BY June 2023BPS will implement a multi-tiered recruitment and retention Talent Development Plan to ensure certified and non-certified staffing represent the demographics of our district and community.
BPS will fully execute the Reimagining BPS 2023 Facilities and Operational Plan to ensure students meet clear and challenging expectations in well-appointed schools and informed by current and projected enrollments.
Learner-Focused Practices
• Chippens Hill and Northeast outperformed the average for the State of Connecticut performance.
• Greene-Hills outperformed their last two years of collected achievement (2018-2019, 2020-2021), surpassing pre-pandemic achievement levels.
• Five of our elementary schools (Edgewood, Hubbell, Ivy Drive, Mountain View, South Side) exceeded the average for the State of Connecticut performance.
• Four of our elementary schools (Hubbell, Ivy Drive, South Side, Stafford) had performance that surpassed pre-pandemic achievement levels.
• Chippens Hill and Greene-Hills outperformed their last two years of collected achievement (2018-2019, 2020-2021), surpassing pre-pandemic achievement levels.
• Five of our elementary schools (Edgewood, Hubbell, Ivy Drive, Mountain View, South Side) exceeded the average for the State of Connecticut performance.
• Three of our elementary schools (Hubbell, Ivy Drive, South Side) had performance that surpassed pre-pandemic achievement levels.
Over 600 students in grades PK-12 participated in summer learning experiences and 250 students participated in summer enrichment experiences sponsored by Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth & Community Services, the Boys & Girls Club of Bristol, and the Barnes Memorial Nature Center.
77 students qualified for the Seal of Biliteracy by demonstrating proficiency in another language through the AAPPL or STAMP assessments. The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given by a school, school district, or state in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation.
Our chronic absenteeism rate decreased by 7.1%, the third best improvement in the State of Connecticut. For a point of reference, the average for the State of Connecticut was 4% higher than Bristol Public Schools.
The Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) Student Leadership Awards Program are designed to honor Connecticut high school and middle school students who exhibit exemplary leadership skills in the classroom and throughout their community. Two students from each school, in a CABE member district, are eligible to receive this prestigious award.
Carson Rivoira, Bristol Central
Sydney Rodriguez, Bristol Central
Logan Crowley, Bristol Eastern Zainab Hasan, Bristol Eastern Adiba Hossain, Chippens Hill
Kobe Senethong, Chippens Hill
Muktadhir Mahmud Chowdhury, Northeast Ibrahim Hakan Nizam, Northeast Sasha Majancik, Greene Hills
Donato Salzillo, Greene-Hills
Harrison Riker, West Bristol
Alexis Waida, West Bristol
Voice4Change, a first-of-its-kind campaign, empowers students to decide how American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) funds are spent.
Connecticut State Department of Education Commissioner RussellTucker and Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz named the proposals of three Bristol students winners earlier this year.
Mia Giantonio
Alexsia Newman
Project BE Hydrated, BE Healthy, BE Sustainable! at Bristol Eastern High School
Shylah EddyStudent Enrichment Lunch and Afterschool Clubs at Bristol Preparatory Academy
Mrs. Carolyn Kielma of Bristol Eastern High School and Mrs. Edith Saucier of Bristol Central High School were named BPS’ Teacher of the Year and Paraeducator of the Year, respectively. Both educators demonstrate the value of going above and beyond for their scholars, families, and school communities each and every day.
The Staff Achievement Award is intended to recognize BPS staff whose actions have had an extraordinary impact on our students, families, or programs. These individuals have routinely gone above and beyond what is expected of them in the normal fulfillment of their responsibilities. The criteria for awards includes innovation; improvements in instruction, curricula, facilities, staff morale, and student interest; cost savings efforts; and extraordinary personal achievements or inspiring leadership that motivates the achievement in others.
Lorraine Wright
EXCEL Paraprofessional at Mountain View Elementary School
Jennifer Broderick
Guidance Counselor at Chippens Hill Middle School
Kristine DeLeo
Principal at Hubbell Elementary School
Ronald Sadecki
Electrician at Bristol Public Schools
Danielle Autencio
LEAD Special Education Teacher at Hubbell Elementary School
Kevin Komanetsky
Math Interventionist at Greene-Hills School
Rosetta Mastroianni
EL/Spanish Teacher at Northeast Middle School
Pictured left to right
Mrs. Carolyn Kielma, TOTY Mrs. Edith Saucier, POTY
480 Wolcott Street | Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7735 | Fax 860-584-7713
Seniors raised over $350,000 for post-secondary education on Awards Night
Bristol Central students of Latin garnered 8 gold, 8 silver, and 14 bronze medals on the National Latin Exam
Central Stage brought production of TheLion King to Bristol
First generation Italian-American Grace Mazzone published in national magazine produced by the American Association of Teachers of Italian
Edith Saucier named Bristol Paraeducator of the Year
Boys basketball capped 43-game win streak with CIAC Division II state title
Football’s Victor Rosa and boys basketball’s Donovan Clingan named Gatorade Connecticut Players of the Year
Softball upset top seed and advanced to CIAC Class Ll Division Championship
Boys track and field’s Frankie Porrini earned All-American honors at Nike Outdoor Nationals
Volleyball garnered United States Marine Corps/American Volleyball Coaches Association Team Academic Award 2019
632 King Street | Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7876
Fax 860-584-4886
Student Council hosted annual Homecoming Dance
Students participated in annual Pep Rally leading up to the “Battle for the Bell” football game vs. Bristol Central
Student Council and National Honor Society hosted the “Holiday Games” to promote holiday spirit
Advisory homerooms participated in annual door decorating competition
Diversity Club hosted inaugural fair to celebrate the many cultures and traditions of students
Guidance counselors hosted family breakfasts to boost FAFSA completions
Theater Arts Club brought production of Shrek to Bristol
Junior Prom held in-person for first time since 2019 at the DoubleTree
Seniors capped high school career with Prom at the Aqua Turf Club
551 Peacedale Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-3881 | Fax 860-584-4833
C.A.R.E.S. expectations highlighted the importance of accepting differences and supporting successes for all students
Award-winning Connecticut author-illustrator Jerry Craft visited for read aloud and luncheon with students and staff
SAVE Promise Club students raised funds for eighth grade trip to Boston through “Pie-A-Teacher” event
Eighth grade students visited the Green Monster at Fenway Park in Boston
Students participated in annual kindness theme door decorating competition
Spring Fling Dance held in-person for first time since 2019
The Chippens Hill Giving Tree has supported over 100 families in need of assistance during the holidays
Students and staff hosted districtwide harvest luncheon
Staff donated turkeys and students donated all fixings for annual Thanksgiving food drive
Student Council hosted the “Penny Wars Competition” and all proceeds were used to purchase pencils and electric sharpeners for each classroom
C.A.R.E.S. in Our Thoughts, Words and Actions
530 Stevens Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7839 | Fax 860-584-7837
Northeast awarded 21st Century Learning Grant for after school enrichment program for grades 6-8
Northeast launched its first-ever AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program
AVID sixth graders spearheaded a drive to support the people of Ukraine and collected several car loads of supplies that were donated to a Ukrainian community organization in New Britain
NEMS Drama Club brought production of TheJungleBook to Bristol Eastern’s stage
Winter and spring concerts returned for first time since 2019
Staff hosted ESL (English as a Second Language) Family Night to build community
NBC Connecticut meteorologist Bob Maxon visited with students in his first in-school speaking engagement since in-person learning resumed
Students and staff hosted the annual Thanksgiving Lunch Celebration
Students participated in annual winter theme door decorating competition
Bristol Board of Education and City of Bristol approved new Northeast building project
A NEMS Tiger R.O.A.R.S.
718 Pine Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7822 | Fax 860-314-4632
Connecticut Association of Schools named Greene-Hills School the Exemplary Middle School of the Year
Greene-Hills School garners Exemplary School Climate Award honors from the Connecticut Association of Schools
Julia Darcy named Connecticut PTA Outstanding Elementary School Teacher of the Year
Two teams won the Connecticut Odyssey of the Mind Competition’s state championship and one competed in the international championship at Iowa State University
Three teachers (John Hanrahan, Amanda Musumeci, Samantha Wrenn) were filmed for Illustrative Math’s professional development series
Greene-Hills welcomed award-winning author Peter Gamwell to Bristol
Leading equity author Ken Williams visited Greene-Hills
Sixth grade student Ava Guilmette won her third National Wrestling Championship
Teacher blogs (Julia Darcy, Georgina Rivera, Anne Tacinelli) published by Achieve the Core and Heinemann
Dean of Students Georgina Rivera was elected as the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics’ Second Vice President
500 Clark Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7815 | Fax 860-584-7814
Students and PTO members marched at the Bristol Mum Festival
Literacy Showcase highlighted student work and welcomed our families back to school
Grades 6-8 students displayed their favorite college sports teams in the hallways to kick-off the school year
Monthly “Worthy Wolf” celebrations recognized students as “Leaders of the PACK”
Peer-mentoring program launched with middle school students supporting elementary school students
Students raised funds to overcome childhood poverty during the annual Red Nose Day
Student-athletes competed against staff in the annual Student vs. Staff Basketball Game
Students competed in the annual “Reindeer Games” to promote holiday spirit and build community
Eighth grade students visited Mystic Seaport Students, families, and staff gathered for year-end celebrations of a great school year
We Are a Center of Excellence That Inspires and Nurtures Future Leaders
345 Mix Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7828 | Fax 860-584-7991
The new “Pre-K Read and Play” program launched and fifth grade students engaged with pre-k students in fun and educational activities throughout the year
Grades 1 and 3 students planted gardens and learned about butterflies in connection to their science curriculums
Math Family Outreach Coordinators Deborah Mumford and Rebecca Tracy facilitated interactive, fun family math nights for students in grades K-5
Fourth grade student Emerson Dell’Aera was selected for the Invention Convention U.S. Nationals in Dearborn, Michigan
Students collected donations of toiletries and non-perishable food items for Brian’s Angels, a local homeless shelter
Mark Rouleau, RN was featured in a special WTNH/News 8 feature on how school nurses kept students and staff healthy throughout the pandemic
Bristol Mayor Jeff Caggiano visited second grade classes as a special guest during their Social Studies unit on rights and responsibilities of citizens in society
The Edgewood Holiday Bazaar returned in December and students had a chance to purchase holiday gifts for friends and family
Students competed in literacy (Lexia) and math (ST Math) events during the Edgewood Olympics
Students raised $675 for Connecticut Children’s “PJ Day for the Kids” and all proceeds benefited their Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders
90 West Washington Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7842 | Fax 860-584-3886
Connecticut Association of Schools named Ellen P. Hubbell School the Exemplary Elementary School of the Year
Ellen P. Hubbell School garners Exemplary School Climate Award honors from the Connecticut Association of Schools
Ellen P. Hubbell School receives the Peary Award for Outstanding School Culture through Pear Deck
Ellen P. Hubbell School receives the Mayor’s Award for Best Float at the Bristol Mum Festival
Principal Kristine DeLeo and LEAD Special Education Teacher Danielle Autencio honored at the 35th Annual BPS Staff Achievement Awards
Staff and PTA members hosted the “Not So Scary Drive Through” and over 300 cars participated
Students participated in the inaugural Turkey Derby to enhance math and writing skills and collected turkey dinner donations to feed over thirty families
Central Connecticut State University students gained field experience and Principal Kristine DeLeo joined the CCSU Teacher Education Network Advisory Board
New Burlington Store and AdoptAClassroom.org donated $5,000 to purchase school supplies and Target donated five bikes for outstanding academic achievement
Author P. W. Catanese visited Ellen P. Hubbell
How Loud Is Your Bark?
160 Ivy Drive, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7844 | Fax 860-584-3876
Special WTNH/News 8 “Wednesday Warrior” feature highlights the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Library (DEI) and its 300 social emotional learning (SEL) books that are representative of Bristol’s student population
Students raised over $500 for Connecticut Children’s “PJ Day for the Kids” and all proceeds benefited their Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders
Students give back through the Marine Toys for Tots and held a “Duct Tape Mrs. Gomes to the Wall” fundraiser to raise money for PTA
Students led their own parent-teacher conferences in grades 2 and 5 and managed PRIDE town meetings
Library media students used Indi cars to design and build their own mazes while learning the basics of coding, problem solving, and computational thinking skills
Ivy Drive partnered with BPS Community Vocational Program and their students worked in the outdoor gardens and main office as part of a work study-program
Ivy Drive awarded mini-grants from the Bristol Business Education Foundation for a state-of-the-art poster printer, a t-shirt press to support a self-sustainable student leadership program, math texts to support the curriculum, and a STEAM Maker Space station for library
Annual wax museum features grade 5 students’ research projects and artwork
KultureCity, the nation’s leading nonprofit on sensory accessibility and acceptance for those with invisible disabilities, partnered with the district and built a sensory room at Ivy Drive
Ivy Drive and three other BPS schools awarded $250,000 in 21st Century Learning Grants for after school enrichment program for grades K-3
71 Vera Road, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7726 | Fax 860-314-4629
Gina Martineau won a national reading sweepstakes and was awarded 100 books for school
Maureen Schaefer’s class won the Capital Region Math Contest by Sumdog
Library media students used Indi cars to design and build their own mazes while learning the basics of coding, problem solving, and computational thinking skills
Bristol Eastern graduate and international beatboxer Jason Lipscomb attends annual sing-a-long
Students showed bus drivers appreciation with coffee and treats during statewide bus driver shortage
Geodes, information-rich books that provide emerging readers with an opportunity to build knowledge while practicing foundational reading skills, a success with younger readers
Students welcomed Veteran family members to their classrooms to hear their stories and learn the importance of the federal holiday
Grades 4-5 planted flowers donated by Stop and Shop to beautify the school grounds
NBC Connecticut meteorologist Bob Maxon visited with students on Read Across America Day
Spring Concert held outdoors this year
To Inspire a Lifelong Love of Learning in a Nurturing Environment
21 Tuttle Road, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7812 | Fax 860-584-7810
South Side and three other BPS schools awarded $250,000 in 21st Century Learning Grants for after school enrichment program for grades K-3
28 students participated in the Invention Convention and fourth grader Elijah Simmons was selected for the Invention Convention U.S. Nationals in Dearborn, Michigan
Families visited farm, canoed, and learned about Native Americans on field trip to Indian Rock
Over 80 families participated in virtual Family Fun Nights; events included a painting lesson, baking challenge, and trivia
100% of pre-K students proficient or higher in reading; 95% of kindergarten students proficient or higher in math; 90% of grade 1 students proficient or higher in both Fundations and end of unit literacy assessments
Fifth graders Liam Hewson and Sebastian Poplawski (Ralph Strong Award), Savannah Va and Nathan McGee (Jill Shackett Leadership and Learning Award), and Maya Wojtowicz and Layla Annino (Gary Maynard Citizenship Award) were recognized for outstanding effort, leadership, and citizenship
All grade levels participated in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) Day projects, lessons, and an assembly from the Connecticut Science Center
Over 175 family members learned alongside their children for the return to in-school learning days
Students compete in the Connecticut Odyssey of the Mind Competition and produced a musical about Deborah Sampson, the Mulan of the Revolution
DonorsChoose project “Kids Seeing Themselves in Text” allowed students and staff to celebrate and learn more about the many cultures that make-up their school
212 Louisiana Avenue, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7824 | Fax 860-314-4631
Stafford featured in Hartford Courant’s “first day of school” news coverage
Students participated in the annual SBA Pep Rally and created affirming posters with Bristol Eastern AVID students
Hugo the Hawk named Stafford’s new mascot WFSB meteorologist Scot Haney and Bristol Fire Department Chief Richard Hart visited with students on Read Across America Day
PTO hosted the “Snowflake Holiday Shopping” event for students
Students partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Bristol to raise funds for Connecticut Children’s “PJ Day for the Kids” and all proceeds benefited their Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders
PTO organized bingo cards and prizes for every classroom to celebrate students SOARing (Safe, Optimistic, Accountable and Respectful)
Teachers “huddled” weekly to discuss learning targets and student success criteria and implemented grade level learning walks to share best practices
Principal Latanya Farrell surprised students by riding home with the “best behaved buses”
Stafford All-Stars, students who demonstrate all aspects of their SOAR Code, received prizes throughout the school year
S.O.A.R. with Hawk Pride
Staff
BECC
210 Redstone Hill Road, Bristol, CT 06010
Phone 860-584-7865 | Fax 860-584-4898
Shylah Eddy’s “Student Enrichment Lunch and Afterschool Clubs” Voice4Change grant proposal awarded $10,000 by the Connecticut State Department of Education
Ivalynn Smith became the BPA artist-in-residence and created several hallway murals
Students raised funds for Brian’s Angels, a local homeless shelter
Bristol’s ShopRite presented “Healthy Cooking for One” and “How to Eat Nutritiously on a Budget” programs to students
Students hosted annual talent show
13 English as a Second Language (ESL) students graduated from inaugural Allied Healthcare program
7 manufacturing students completed a 120-hour training program with Rowley Spring and Stamping Corp.
ESL students traveled the country while never leaving the classroom in new program highlighting all 50 states
Family literacy and coaching programs promoted early childhood education, social emotional learning, and goal setting
Southington Adult Education merged with Bristol Adult Education for expanded program offerings
The former Memorial Boulevard School, recognized by the Connecticut Register of Historic Places, was constructed as Bristol High School in 1922. The school, a dominant feature at the gateway to downtown Bristol, has served the community of Bristol for several generations and in many configurations. Upon redistricting and the opening of two new pre-K-8 schools in the 2012-2013 school year, Memorial Boulevard School was turned back to the city and remained dormant.
On August 29, 2022, Bristol Public Schools opened its first-ever intradistrict arts magnet school in the restored and renovated Memorial Boulevard School nearly 100 years after the original school building first opened in January of 1923. Its new name is the Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School (BAIMS). Academic offerings include creative construction; visual arts; musical arts; television, video, and theatrical production; entertainment, sports, and event management; and marketing and communications. Creating expanded academic offerings at BAIMS has also allowed Bristol Central High School and Bristol Eastern High School to offer additional courses and concentrations in Business and Communications, Engineering and Technical Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Hospitality Management, Education, and the Arts.
As an intradistrict magnet school, enrollment is open to all students who reside in Bristol, including those who are currently attending parochial or magnet programs within or outside of Bristol, as well as those who are currently home-schooled. Grade level enrollments will range between 90-95 students. Student slots are assigned by a formula based upon attendance zones, percentage of enrollment by grade level and district, and current district demographics.
Enrollment in grades 6-8 is determined by lottery and enrollment in grades 9-12 is by course selection, with preference to matriculating students.
Founded in 1991, the Bristol Business Education Foundation (BEF) is a nonprofit organization led by community business leaders dedicated to supporting the mission of Bristol Public Schools.
BEF is a collaboration between the Bristol Board of Education and the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce.
The Foundation funds, promotes, and supports educational endeavors aimed at improving learning, achievement, skill development, creativity, and excellence in teaching.
The Foundation and its members recognize the importance of quality schools and provide a way to improve education for innovative projects through private donations and grants that the City of Bristol and public funding sources are unable to support.
The Business Education Foundation is governed by an all-volunteer board that includes members from area businesses, the community, and Bristol Public Schools. These individuals are passionate about educational excellence in Bristol.
David Preleski
President Vitrano, Preleski & Wynne
Peter Kelley
Vice President First Bristol Federal Credit Union
Cynthia Bombard
Treasurer Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce
Karen Smith Secretary Community Member, Parent
Catherine Bailey Webster Bank
Richard Browning Torrington Savings Bank
Anthony D’Amato D’Amato Construction Co.
Christine Laprise
Bristol Hospital
Dr. Susan Moreau
Former Superintendent of Schools, Bristol Public Schools
Donna Osuch
United Way of West Central Connecticut
Janice Strasser Tracy, Driscoll & Co.
Christopher Wilson C.V. Mason
Dr. Catherine Carbone
Superintendent of Schools, Bristol Public Schools
Brian Burke
Executive Director of Communications, Community Partnerships, and Strategic Planning, Bristol Public Schools
The BEF Mini-Grants program is a way for educators to supplement activities and methods that they wish to put into practice in their classrooms. Through an application process, teachers or teams of teachers submit proposals, which can be no greater than $2,000, for review by the Mini-Grants Committee. Each year, approximately $15,000 is awarded to programs that meet the following selection criteria:
• Innovation
• Impact on Student Achievement
• Technology
• Educational Merit
• Sustainability
• Programs that improve student mastery of targeted content areas such as reading, writing, science, math, and physical fitness
• Collaboration with Arts and Culture
Since inception, the BEF has awarded over $425,000 to make educators’ innovative visions and educational desires become a reality.
2021-2022 School Year Mini-Grants
• Leslie Fernandez, Bristol Central: Character Design
• Bridget Gohla, Bristol Central/Bristol Eastern: Cultivating Conversation
• Colin Broderick, Jennifer Croce, Erin Wininger, Bristol Eastern: Coffee Cart Friday
• Stephanie Jacques, Bristol Eastern: Providing Students in the Math Lab with Access to Interactive Whiteboard Technology to Enhance Student Learning
• Alyssa Gokey, Edgewood/Ivy Drive: Making a Makerspace
• Cindy Ahern, Regina Capozzi, Lindsay Gagnon, Destiny Johnson, Hubbell: Embracing Diversity in Our Schools
• Emily Gomes, Rachel Haseltine, Ivy Drive: Project Ivy: Leading through Leadership
• Sarah Kulig, Ivy Drive/South Side: Cultural STEAM Read Aloud Library
• Michael Tartarelli. Ivy Drive: Poster Maker for Improved Anchor Charts
• Kristen Peck, Meghan Nadeau, Rachel Witkewicz, BECC: Impacting the Growth of Social Emotional Skills in Young Learners
Bristol Business Education Foundation c/o Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce The Executive Suites 440 North Main Street Bristol, CT 06010
Please make checks payable to: Business Education Foundation
Career opportunities in therapeutic, diagnostic support services, biotechnology research, and health information.
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Foundations in Health Science & Technology
• Healthcare Skills & Practice
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Foundations in Health Science & Technology
• Healthcare Skills & Practice
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Biotechnology and Forensics
• UConn Introduction to Allied Health Professions
• UConn Medical Terminology
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Biotechnology and Forensics
• UConn Introduction to Allied Health Professions
• UConn Medical Terminology
• Dentist
• Nutritionist or dietitian
• Hospital administrator
• Physician’s or medical assistant
• Medical or public health researcher
• Medical lab technician
• Nurse
• Transcriptionist
• Physical therapist
• Physician
• Surgeon
• Nursing assistant
Career opportunities designed to develop culinary knowledge and skills.
Career opportunities in the accounting and finance industries.
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Introduction to Foods and Nutrition
• Culinary I
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Culinary I
• Culinary II
• Business Management & Entrepreneurship
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Culinary I
• Culinary II
• Baking and Patisserie
• Business Management & Entrepreneurship
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Culinary II
• Baking and Patisserie
• Culinary Entrepreneurship
• Introduction to CWE
• CWE-Culinary Placement
This Pathway May Lead To:
• Catering assistant/manager/ owner
• Restaurant manager/owner
• Sous chef
• Meeting and convention planner
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Personal Finance
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Accounting I
• Advanced Personal Finance
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Accounting I
• Accounting II
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Accounting II
• Introduction to CWE
• CWE Accounting Placement
• Accountant
• Actuary
• Auditor
• Budget analyst
• Controller
• Debt counselor
• Financial analyst
• Investment advisor
• Loan officer
• Personal financial advisor
• Tax preparer
• Treasurer
In conjunction with core academics, the Bristol Public Schools Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways are designed to support student exploration of high skill, high demand, and/or high wage careers. Each pathway provides students an opportunity to gain college credit and/or industry recognized credentials.
Students are encouraged to complete a minimum of 2.0 credits in a pathway concentration area. A pathway is a series of courses designed to support a specific career objective, whereas a career concentration represents the broader industry.
Bolded text indicates College Credit-Bearing or Certification Course
Career opportunities focused on management.
Career opportunities focused on marketing.
Career opportunities in digital communications.
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Introduction to Business
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Business Management & Entrepreneurship
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Organizational Leadership (BAIMS)
• Business Management & Entrepreneurship
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Non-Profit Management (BAIMS)
• Business Law
• Introduction to CWE
• CWE-Management Placement
This Pathway May Lead To:
• Banker
• Budget, cost or systems analyst
• Chief executive officer
• Entrepreneur
• Controller
• Financial analyst
• Human resources manager
• Investment banker
• Management consultant
• Nonprofit manager
• Office manager
• Project manager
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Marketing I
• Marketing II
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Marketing II
• Sports and Entertainment Marketing (BAIMS)
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Sports and Entertainment Marketing (BAIMS)
• Marketing Technology
• Website Design
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Website Design
• Social Media Marketing & Communication (BAIMS)
• Events Marketing (BAIMS)
• Introduction to CWE (0.5)
• CWE-Marketing Placement
• Advertising/Marketing manager
• Buying and merchandising
• Content/Marketing strategist
• Market research analyst
• Public relations manager/specialist
• Sales representative/manager
• Search engine optimization specialist
• Social media manager
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Computer Software Applications
• Introduction to Digital Media Production
• Communication Technology
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Introduction to Digital Media Production
• Advanced Digital Media Production
• Web Video (BAIMS)
• Communication Technology
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Communication Technology
• Website Design
• Advanced Digital Media Production
• Introduction to Digital Media Production
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Social Media Marketing & Communication (BAIMS)
• Music Video Production (BAIMS)
• Visual Effects (BAIMS)
• Video Editing (BAIMS)
• Advanced Digital Media Production
• Website Design
• Introduction to CWE
• CWE-Digital Communications Placement
This Pathway May Lead To:
• Computer graphics and animation
• Corporate recruiter
• Digital video production
• Human resources representative
• Marketing specialist
• Media entertainment careers
• Public relations specialist
• Social media specialist
• Multimedia graphic design
• Web authoring
Opportunities to express creativity by designing projects using real-world tools and technologies.
Architecture & Construction Pathway Opportunities to learn and practice skills that prepare for diverse post-high school education and training opportunities.
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Child Family and Community Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Rising Educators I
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Rising Educators II
• Early Childhood Education I
• Early Childhood Education II
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• UConn Individual and Family Development
• Child care worker
• Teacher assistant
• Teacher or instructor
• Parent educator
• Preschool or kindergarten teacher
• Recreation worker
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Child Family and Community Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Rising Educators I
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Rising Educators II
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• UConn Individual and Family Development
• UConn If You Love It, Teach It
• Counselor
• Teacher assistant
• Teacher or instructor
• Parent educator
• Social worker
• Superintendent, principal or administrator
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Tools & Materials
• Introduction to CAD
• CAD & Solid Modeling
• Scenic Design & Construction I (BAIMS)
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• CAD & Solid Modeling
• Scenic Design & Construction 1 (BAIMS)
• Scenic Design & Construction II (BAIMS)
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• CAD & Solid Modeling
• Principles of Engineering (PL TW)
• Scenic Design & Construction 1 (BAIMS)
• Scenic Design & Construction 2 (BAIMS)
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Principles of Engineering (PL TW)
• String Instrument Construction (BAIMS)
This Pathway May Lead To:
• Filmmaker
• Graphic designer
• Television studio producer
• Stage designer
• Fashion/apparel designer or illustrator
• Interior designer
• Home furnishing coordinator
• Textile designer or chemist
• Curator or gallery manager
• Costume designer
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Tools & Materials
• Introduction to CAD
• CAD & Solid Modeling
• Construction Tech
• Architectural Concepts
• Scenic Design & Construction I
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• CAD & Solid Modeling
• Scenic Design & Construction I (BAIMS)
• Scenic Design & Construction II (BAIMS)
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Construction Applications
• Architectural Design
• Scenic Design & Construction 2 BAIMS
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Civil Engineering and Architecture PL TW
• Scenic Design & Construction 2 (BAIMS)
• Introduction to CWE
• CWE-Construction Placement
This Pathway May Lead To:
• Architectural and civil drafter or engineer
• Environmental designer
• Residential or commercial carpenter
• Construction worker
• Systems configuration manager
• Electrician/Electrical design engineer
• HVAC/HVACR technician
• Building services technician
Opportunities to engage in open-ended problem solving, learn and apply the engineering design process, and use industry-leading technology and software.
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Introduction to CAD
• CAD & Solid Modeling
• Tools and Materials
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• CAD & Solid Modeling
• Automation and Robotics
• Tools and Materials
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Manufacturing Design
• Automation and Robotics
• Principles of Engineering (PL TW)
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• Manufacturing Design
• Principles of Engineering (PL TW)
• Introduction to CWE
• CWE-Manufacturing Placement
• Engineer in design, industrial, aerospace, quality, logistical, safety or manufacturing
• Logistics and inventory control
• Manufacturing production process development
• Precision inspector, tester or grader/Quality assurance
• Technician in automated manufacturing, laser, biomedical equipment, lab, quality control, safety coordination
• Machine operator
• Microchip manufacturer
Career opportunities in digital computer science and cybersecurity.
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Introduction to Engineering (PL TW)
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• Civil Engineering and Architecture (PL TW)
• Principles of Engineering (PL
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• Civil Engineering and Architecture (PL TW)
• Principles of Engineering (PL TW)
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• UCONN 1201/1202 Physics
• UCONN 1401/1402 Physics
• Architect
• Aeronautical engineer
• Agricultural engineer
• Automotive engineer
• Biomedical engineer
• Chemical engineer
• Civil engineer
• Computer engineer
• Electrical engineer
• Environmental engineer
• Mechanical engineer
Grade 9
Choose from the classes below
• Computer Software Applications
Grade 10
Choose from the classes below
• AP Principles of Computer Science
Grade 11
Choose from the classes below
• CPL TW Cybersecurity
• AP Computer Science
Grade 12
Choose from the classes below
• PLTW Cybersecurity
• AP Computer Science
• Introduction to CWE
• CWE-IT Placement
• 3D animator
• Computer or game programmer
• Data communications analyst
• Help desk specialist
• Network administrator
• Network technician
• Technical writer
• Security or database administrator
• Software applications architect
• Virtual reality specialist
• Web designer or webmaster
• Telecommunications technician
In conjunction with core academics, the Bristol Public Schools Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways are designed to support student exploration of high skill, high demand, and/or high wage careers. Each pathway provides students an opportunity to gain college credit and/or industry recognized credentials.
Students are encouraged to complete a minimum of 2.0 credits in a pathway concentration area. A pathway is a series of courses designed to support a specific career objective, whereas a career concentration represents the broader industry.
Bolded text indicates College Credit-Bearing or Certification Course
Chair: Jennifer Dube
Vice-Chair: Kristen Giantonio
Secretary: Dante Tagariello
Board: Russell Anderson Eric Carlson Shelby Pons Todd Sturgeon Karen Vibert Christopher Wilson
Board Liaison: Jolene Lusitani
Chair: Kristen Giantonio
Russell Anderson
Shelby Pons
Alternate: Eric Carlson
Chair: Dante Tagariello
Kristen Giantonio
Karen Vibert
Alternate: Russell Anderson
Chair: Eric Carlson
Russell Anderson Christopher Wilson
Alternate: Todd Sturgeon
Chair: Todd Sturgeon
Kristen Giantonio
Christopher Wilson
Alternate: Dante Tagariello
Chair: Dante Tagariello
Eric Carlson
Karen Vibert
Alternate: Todd Sturgeon
Chair: Kristen Giantonio
Shelby Pons
Todd Sturgeon
Alternate: Dante Tagariello
Carbone, Dr. Catherine - Superintendent of Schools
Dietter, Dr. Michael - Deputy Superintendent of Schools
Everett, Susan - Executive Assistant Crowley, Michelle - Administrative Assistant
Maniero, Daniel - Safety Director Dudley, Mark - Security Desk Hammell, Richard - Security Desk
Cassin, Christopher - Supervisor Hale, Sara - Teaching Dean PE/Wellness Krolikowski, Susan - Secretary - Athletics/Fine Arts
Boisvert, Lynn - Business Administrator
Baillargeon, Shirley - Special Education Assistant Accountant Bond, Jodi - Accounting Supervisor
Christopher, Laurie - Payroll Supervisor Hagan, Jean - Grants Clerk Nicoletti, Gabriella - Grants Manager Kozikowski, Charlie - Payroll Pelletier, Lisa - Accounts Payable/Payroll Vecchitto, Emma - Accounts Payable
Brady, Isabel - Registrar Cervantes, Jessica - Secretary
Riccardone, Kristy - Supervisor Treannie, Erika - Director
Burke, Brian - Executive Director
Fusco, Peter - Director
Callahan, Tim - School Project Manager Landon, Tara - Executive Assistant Sgro, Craig - Administrative Assistant
Bagley, Kenneth - Supervisor of Art/Music
MENTOR PROGRAM Walton-Gomes, Zhane - Mentor Coordinator
Fortin, Carly Director Albert, Ashley - Secretary/Academic Data Coordinator Cleary, Danielle - Secretary Laprise, Katlyne - Administrative Assistant Rechenberg, Dr. Jaime - Secondary STEM Redzic, Azra - Elementary Humanities Romann, Jillian - Elementary STEM Ward, Leszek - Secondary Humanities
Culkin, Dr. Kimberly - Director Carbone, Melissa - Middle Cassin, Catherine - Supervisor - Out of District Placement Congdon, Denise - Dean - Elementary Decker, Courtney - Dean - High School Mousa, Hoda - Administrative Assistant Goodine, Dr. Molly - Supervisor - Elementary Greenier, Angie - Secretary Mahon, Barbara - Secretary Martino, Amy - Supervisor - Elementary/Middle/High Trzesniewski, Justyna - Secretary
Galloway, Dr. Sam - Director Devine, Amy - Administrative Assistant Christopher, Laurie - Data Analyst
Greguoli, Heidi - Secretary Minton, Laura-Jean - Secretary Paradis, Penny - Secretary Wadowski, Allison - Benefits Secretary
Gohla, Bridget - ACCESS Program
Emanuel, Lorena - Supervisor - Information Technology and Student Data Ellafi, Ramadan - IT Support Specialist Grady, William - IT Support Specialist
Hynes, Amanda - School Database Admin Mazzone, Dina - School Database Admin Puzio, Robert - IT Support Specialist
Reay, Brent - IT Support Specialist Shaw, Michael - IT Support Specialist Skelskey, Diane - Secretary Van Schaack, Peter - IT Support Specialist Wolf, Ray - IT Support Specialist Wollman, Jennifer - IT Support Specialist
Uryase, Collin - Director
Hynick, Mark - Driver/Mail Courier/Warehouse Wojewoda, Eric - Head Custodian
Bristol Public Schools uses ParentSquare for school communication, primarily with email, text, and app notifications.
ParentSquare automatically generates an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number.
We encourage parents to access their accounts so they can download the mobile app and update their preferences on when and how they are notified.
Receive messages from the school via email, text, or app notification
Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once with a daily digest at 6pm
Communicate in your preferred language
Comment on school postings to engage with your school community
Direct message teachers, staff, and other parents
Participate in group messages
Sign up for parent-teacher conferences
Send payments, sign forms and permission slips, sign up to volunteer, and more all from your desktop or mobile device
