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Puma Weekly - September 18, 2026
Puma Weekly September 18, 2026 Administration Update School Happenings & Upcoming Events Grade 8 Tour of Bacon Academy It's hard to believe that it's time for our 8th graders to explore Bacon A...
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Our Goals:
CPS will increase achievement for each student, with students demonstrating measurable growth.
Measured by district, state, and classroom assessments including but not limited to: SAT, PSAT, NGSS, SBAC, STAR, DIBELS, iReady, Benchmark.
- Promote a continually relevant, rigorous, and engaging educational environment
- Utilize multi-tiered systems of supports to ensure student growth
- Ensure access to regular education and alignment to grade level curricular standards
- Innovate course offerings and refine sequencing
- Expand opportunities for student choice and exploration
CPS will foster community pride and ensure that students, staff, and the community as a whole feel valued, accepted, and connected.
Measured by increased participation at school and district events and stakeholder survey feedback.
- Prioritize student and staff wellness across the district
- Spotlight students and staff successes
- Expand inter-school/district events and activities
- Create opportunities to increase community access
Recognitions and Awards
CPS Receives National Recognition for Championing Music Education
Colchester, CT – April 2026 – Colchester Public Schools has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) Award from The NAMM Foundation for their outstanding support and commitment to music education for a second year in a row!
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September 18, 2026
Zyyear Farrell
Please use the link below to vote for Zyyear.Congratulations! We are excited to share that Zyyear has been selected as a Week 2 nominee for USA Football’s 2026 Heart of a Giant Award, presented by ...
September 11, 2026
Five Minute Friday
Jack Jackter's Five-Minute Friday September 11, 2026 News from the office: Office changes/emails: Over the next few months, there will be some changes taking place within the Jack Jackter Intermedi...
September 11, 2026
Puma Weekly - September 11, 2026
Puma Weekly September 11, 2026 Administration Update School Happenings & Upcoming Events 8th Grade Families: Come Explore Bacon Academy! As our 8th graders begin thinking about their next chapt...
September 4, 2026
Puma Weekly - September 4, 2026
Puma Weekly September 4, 2026 Administration Update School Happenings & Upcoming Events Revised Start Date: Cross Country Practice Begins Wednesday, Sept. 9 There has been a change in the date ...
August 28, 2026
Puma Weekly - August 28, 2026
Puma Weekly August 28, 2026 Administration Update School Happenings & Upcoming Events WJJMS Fall Sports Update All Band and Chorus Students BAND ENROLLMENT FORM CHORUS ENROLLMENT FORM Dates to ...
August 27, 2026
Chromebook Insurance
Chromebook insurance is now available in the MyPayments portal https://www.colchesterct.org/payment-portal-homeThe portal will close on September 30.Insurance is $25 per year and covers: two accid...
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Judy O’Meara
Acting Superintendent of Schools
jomeara@colchesterct.org
Jessica L. Kuckel
Assistant Superintendent of Schools
jkuckel@colchesterct.org