Magnet School Options For Greater Hartford Kids To Be Showcased

EAST HARTFORD, CT — Families interested in exploring public school options for their children can learn about magnet schools, technical high schools, and other educational opportunities during a free school choice fair Saturday, Oct. 24, in East Hartford.

The Greater Hartford Regional School Choice Office (RSCO) will host its School Choice Kickoff Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Connecticut River Academy, 9 Riverside Drive, East Hartford. Doors will close at 12:30 p.m.

The family-friendly event will provide information about public school choice opportunities for students in prekindergarten through 12th grade throughout the Greater Hartford region.

Families will have an opportunity to speak directly with representatives from more than 40 magnet schools, Open Choice school districts, and three regional technical high schools.

School representatives will provide information about educational programs, student interests, and the application process to help parents explore options for their children.

The fair comes ahead of the Wednesday, Dec. 2, opening of the RSCO online application period for school choice programs.

Attendees can learn how to apply and ask questions about the available programs before the application process begins.

The event will also feature free snacks, children's activities, and giveaways while supplies last.

Admission is free, and families are encouraged to preregister.

For additional information or to register, visit ChooseYourSchool.org.

For more information and to pre-register for Saturday's event, click on this link.