Town of Griswold Connecticut

Town of Griswold Connecticut Growing on Strong Foundations

28 Main Street Jewett City, CT 06351 Phone (860) 376-7060 Fax (860) 376-7070

For all delays,

cancellations & closings,

Call the Municipal

Hot Line 376-7060,

Ext. 2

To report errors or make

suggestions, email the town

dszall@griswold-ct.org

Town of Griswold

2002 - 2010

Griswold Public Schools

Photograph of the school buildings

The Griswold Public Schools offer comprehensive educational programs to over 2,200 students in grades PreK-12. These programs include core academics, fine and applied arts, health and fitness, and career path offerings. Special needs are met through programs such as Reading Recovery, PreK classes, special education, gifted and talented and remedial programs.

Academics are key with over 70% of graduating seniors continuing their education after high school. A gifted and talented program at the elementary and middle schools and honors courses at the high school keep high ability students challenged. The district boasts Governor's Scholars for both 2002 and 2003. Student writers have taken many awards in regional and state competitions.

Ongoing improvements in student achievement continue to be sought. The recent introduction of exit standards for grades 3, 6, 8 and 12 helps to ensure that all students are sufficiently proficient before being promoted to the next grade.

The school district is well recognized for its student accomplishments. Outstanding individuals and teams have registered numerous conference and state championships over recent years with exceptional performances in cross country, track, soccer, softball, football, volleyball, basketball and baseball. Performing arts have also brought much recognition to the district. Musical productions, an orchestra, and choral and band opportunities involve high percentages of the student body. A number of career path programs, including a certified nurse's aide program, a print shop, food and fashion technology, computers, light/sound/video technology and industrial technology help to launch many students into post secondary education and careers.

The campus of the Griswold Public Schools is one of the most enviable in the state. With sprawling grounds on a riverside setting, there are ample fields and opportunities for recreation and nature studies. The location of all schools on a single campus promotes cross level programming and flexibility with facility usage. The campus provides not only an outstanding educational setting but also a valuable asset for community use. It is conveniently located at the intersection of routes 164 and 138, less than 1/4 mile from Interstate 395.

Paul Freeman

Superintendent of Schools

Paul Freeman

Superintendent of Schools

pfreeman@griswold.k12.ct.us

Additional Educational Information

Griswold Community

Learning Center

267 Slater Avenue
Griswold, CT 06351
Main Office: 860-376-7600

Griswold School System Web Site

A Little Information about Dr. Paul Freeman

Paul Freeman has been a Connecticut educator for 17 years. He taught middle and high school English in the Amity school system then joined the East Lyme public schools in 1998 as he commenced his administrative career. In East Lyme, Dr. Freeman served as middle school assistant principal then principal and was promoted to Assistant Superintendent in 2006. Paul also was a member and then chair of the board of directors of the New England League of Middle Schools from 2000-2007.

Dr. Freeman was born and raised in New Haven, CT, and currently resides in Killingworth, CT with his wife and four children. He earned his bachelor's degree at Keene State University in New Hampshire. He completed his masters and sixth year degrees at Southern CT State University and recently concluded his doctoral studies at the University of Connecticut.

Dr. Freeman is a dynamic and visionary leader who will guide Griswold Public Schools as we confront the challenges of evolving into 21st century teaching and learning.