Connecticut State Department of Education

Academics

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  • Identifying gifted and talented children in CT

    Information for Parents, Educators, and Administrators for gifted and talented children.

  • Information and Technology Literacy

    Information and Technology Literacy subsumes what traditionally has been associated with library media, audiovisual, computer and other educational technology programs.

  • International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)

    The ISTE Standards for Students address how students learn, which includes — but does not depend on — the use of technology.

  • Literacy/English Language Arts

    Curriculum and instruction, surveys, and assessments for English Language Arts.

  • Mastery Examination Committee

    This page provides information about the Mastery Examination Committee within the Department of Education.

  • Mastery-Based Learning Resource Center

    This website is designed to support local school districts that choose to implement Mastery-Based Learning, as well as families and community partners who want to learn more about this model.

  • Mathematics

    Every student needs and deserves a rich and rigorous mathematics curriculum that is focused on the development of concepts, the acquisition of basic and advanced skills and the integration of problem solving experiences.

  • Mathematics

    Every student needs and deserves a rich and rigorous mathematics curriculum that is focused on the development of concepts, the acquisition of basic and advanced skills and the integration of problem solving experiences.

  • Perkins V

    Learn how Perkins V strengthens Career and Technical Education (CTE) through expanded access, workforce alignment, and rigorous program quality. Explore Connecticut’s 2026–2029 Perkins Plan, requirements, resources, timelines, and supports for local implementation.

  • Physical Education

    Curriculum and instruction, provided in a safe, supportive environment, offer meaningful, challenging learning for all students, and result in lifetime learning outcomes of skills, literacy, and ability to understand concepts and develop plans for lifetime physical activity and wellness.

  • Pool Safety Policy and Guidance

    Public Act 13-161: An Act Concerning Pool Safety at Public Schools (2013).

  • Reading Leadership Implementation Council

    The Reading Leadership Implementation Council shall develop and publish annual goals for the Center for Literacy Research and Reading Success.

  • Red, White & Blue Schools

    The Red, White & Blue Schools program is a civic engagement initiative led by Secretary of the State Denise Merrill and the State Department of Education.

  • Resources for Schools and Educators

    The information below will help get you started on your journey learning about MBL in Connecticut.

  • Resources for Students, Parents, and Communities

    In a Mastery-Based Learning environment, students demonstrate mastery based on competencies and performance standards built from the Connecticut Core Standards and Connecticut Content Standards (social studies, arts, science, and career and technical education).