Congratulations to our Graduates!

From as far away as Florida and Virginia to right here in Connecticut, 34 of our transitional aged youth have graduated from post-secondary educational programs!

We are so proud of the future graphic designers, phlebotomists, mechanical engineers, electricians, nurses, barbers, medical assistants, social workers and all the others who will soon be serving our communities.

To the DCF staff, foster families and community partners who have supported these adolescents and young adults on their educational journey - Thank you and Congratulations to you as well!

Here is a list of the institutions attended and degrees earned this year:

PSE Institution                                                Major

University of Virginia                          Mechanical Engineering

Iona College                                        History

University of Connecticut                   Law, Social Justice, and Family

Florida Atlantic University                   Social Work

Southern CT State University              Communications and Health Care Services

Eastern CT State University                 Communications/Media Studies

Johnson and Wales                             Computer Science

Manchester Community College        Graphic Design

Tunxis Community College                 Machinery

Lincoln Technical Institute                   Medical Assistant/Pipe Welding/HVAC

Porter and Chester Institute               Practical Nursing/HVAC/Automotive/Electrical and Low Voltage

The Academy of Medical Training      Certified Nursing Aid/Phlebotomy

The Art Spot                                        Tattoo

Academy DiCapelli                              Aesthetician

Major League Barbering Academy     Barbering

Harborview School of Phlebotomy     Phlebotomy

Bravado Cosmetology                         Hair Styling

Training Direct                                     Certified Nursing Aid