August 11, 2026
Back-to-School and Budget Update
Dear CPS Families,We hope this message finds you refreshed and enjoying the last stretch of summer! As we look ahead to the start of a new school year, we are excited to welcome our students back t...
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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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August 5, 2026
Bacon Academy Fall Sports 2026 will hold a player/parent meeting with coaches on 8/5/26 at 6pm
Bacon Academy Fall Sports 2026 will hold a player/parent meeting with coaches on 8/5/26 at 6pm for Volleyball, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer and Boys/Girls Cross Country. Please enter Bacon Academy thr...
August 3, 2026
BOF Meeting Tonight - Free Childcare!
C3 will be offering FREE childcare during the Board of Finance Meeting on Monday, August 3rd. Childcare will be in the WJ Cafeteria from 6:45-8:30 PM and is limited to children ages 4 and up. Pleas...
August 2, 2026
Summer Story Hour - Monday, August 3, 2026!
Join us with your children at Cragin Library tomorrow, Monday August 3, from 6:00-7:00pm. Listen to stories, mingle with CPS teachers, and enjoy pizza on us!Our guest teacher-readers include:Renee ...
July 29, 2026
Bacon Academy Fall Sports 2026 will hold a player/parent meeting with coaches on 8/5/26 at 6pm
Bacon Academy Fall Sports 2026 will hold a player/parent meeting with coaches on 8/5/26 at 6pm for Volleyball, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer and Boys/Girls Cross Country. Please enter Bacon Academy thr...
July 27, 2026
Summer Story Hour - Tonight!
Join us with your children at Cragin Library tonight, Monday July 27, from 6:00-7:00pm. Listen to stories, mingle with CPS teachers, and enjoy pizza on us!Our guest teacher-readers include:Renee An...
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Judy O’Meara
Acting Superintendent of Schools
jomeara@colchesterct.org
Jessica L. Kuckel
Assistant Superintendent of Schools
jkuckel@colchesterct.org