LEARN

08/17/2026

We are kicking off the school year with some great news about LEARN’s Family of Schools! 🍎

FREE breakfast and lunch for ALL students at:
💛 The Friendship School
💜 RMMS- Regional Multicultural Magnet School
💙 Ocean Avenue LEARNing Academy LEARN, Student Support Services
💙LEARN Transition Academy

Thanks to the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), every student at these schools receives one free breakfast and one free lunch per day – no application needed!

FREE breakfast for ALL students, plus waived reduced-price lunch charges at:
🦈 Marine Science Magnet High School
🐺 Three Rivers Middle College High School

We’re so excited for the year ahead and grateful to make sure every student starts the day ready to learn!

To learn more about this program and how it affects your student, visit our Food Services Hub page: 🔗 https://www.learn.k12.ct.us/what-we-do/learn-hubs/food-service-program

08/17/2026

Here's something we don't say often enough: educator well-being matters. 💙
GEER's free learning module, Digital Tools that Support Educator Well-Being, is a thoughtful, practical exploration of how technology - when used intentionally - can reduce stress, simplify routines, and help early childhood educators do their best work without burning out.
https://tinyurl.com/buildingpractice

You'll reflect on:
✅ Which digital tools are truly making your work easier - and which ones aren't
✅ How cognitive load affects your daily work experience
✅ Simple habits like batching emails, turning off notifications, and using shared calendars
✅ How AI tools can reduce repetitive tasks without replacing your expertise
✅ One small, realistic action step you can try right away

Technology should work for you - not the other way around. Explore the module today and give yourself permission to simplify. https://tinyurl.com/buildingpractice

RESC Alliance ACES - Area Cooperative Educational Services LEARN Cooperative Educational Services CREC - Capitol Region Education Council

08/12/2026

Today's partial solar eclipse had our LEARN staff looking up (safely) to catch a glimpse of the Sun and Moon sharing the sky! ☀️🌑

Rather than let this rare celestial moment pass by, our team got creative and built their own DIY eclipse viewing box — and took turns lining up for a peek throughout the afternoon. Cardboard box, a little foil, a push pin... and suddenly everyone's an astronomer! 📦🔭

No fancy telescopes needed — just a homemade pinhole projector and a lot of curiosity (and maybe a little friendly competition for who got the best view 👀).

⚠️ Friendly reminder: never look directly at the sun without certified eclipse glasses — a projector box like this lets you enjoy the eclipse safely from a distance.

Did you catch today's eclipse? Tell us how you watched it! 👇

08/12/2026

08/11/2026

Future Educator Spotlight: Lily ⭐

“I am very excited to begin this journey!”

Lily is excited to begin — and we’re just as excited to see her get started! As a member of our Special Education Cohort, she’ll be teaching at LEARN and getting right into the experiences that make teaching so rewarding: learning alongside students, trying new things, and discovering what makes her classroom uniquely hers.

The countdown to her teaching era is officially on. We’re ready to cheer her on!

Ready to start your own journey in education? Take the next step and apply today: https://www.ct-trp.org/resident-application/

08/07/2026

Are you ready to lead with purpose and help shape the future of education? 🤩

LEARN Student Support Services is seeking a collaborative and innovative Special Education Coordinator to support our Early Learner Intensive Program at The Friendship School. In this leadership role, you'll partner with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen inclusive practices, coach staff, and help ensure every young learner has access to the supports they deserve.

🌟 Lead innovative special education programming
🌟 Coach and support educators through evidence-based practices
🌟 Help build systems where every child has the opportunity to succeed

What are you waiting for? Your next big opportunity is waiting: 🔗 https://bit.ly/SSSJobsatLEARN

08/04/2026

Next stop:
Enjoy the rest of your summer! We can't wait to welcome you back to school this fall!

08/03/2026

Future Educator Spotlight: Hannah ⭐

"I've been waiting so long to finally get into the field, and I am so grateful that TRP is helping me get there!"

Hannah's dedication and patience have led her to this exciting milestone. As a member of our Special Education Cohort, she'll complete her teaching residency at LEARN, where she'll help students discover their potential, create a welcoming learning environment, and continue building the skills of an exceptional educator.

Ready to begin your own journey toward becoming an educator? Apply today: https://www.ct-trp.org/resident-application/

07/30/2026

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