A $74-million state-of-the-art special education center capable of serving 260 K-12 students with complex learning needs will soon be built in
Bridgeport
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The city’s school district announced the state-funded project this week, calling it a historic first for Connecticut.
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The center will be built in the city’s North End and showcase the district’s commitment to revamping and strengthening its special education services. The funds were secured by the Bridgeport Delegation in Hartford.
In a release, Bridgeport Public Schools personnel express that the new facility could set a precedent for other districts in the state by representing equity, access and sustainability.
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The building will replace the aging Bridgeport Learning Center. The project is part of the district’s ongoing work to prioritize students with disabilities by enhancing and expanding services geared toward them.
District officials hope the facility will reduce out-of-district placements and bring essential resources back to the city.
Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery said the new center will signify a long-term investment in the city’s students and the district’s financial future.
“By creating strong in-house programs, we can better support our learners and retain critical resources within Bridgeport,” Avery said.
The interim superintendent also extended his gratitude to the Connecticut General Assembly and the Bridgeport Delegation for their roles in bringing the allocation back to the district.
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Bridgeport Public Schools has long been burdened by the high cost of outplacement. The district reportedly spent over $22 million last year alone to send students to private programs because of a lack of necessary in-district options.
The new center should turn the tide and enable more students to learn in their own community while taking advantage of a consistent, high-quality learning environment designed to meet their individual needs.
Mayor Josh Ganim praised the collaboration between the elected officials who helped secure the project funds. He believes that the center will benefit the entire community.
“This project speaks to what’s possible when state and local leaders work together in the best interest of children,” Ganim said. “The new special education center will not only serve students more effectively, it will also bring long-term savings and stability to our district.
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State Rep. Christopher Rosario is the chair of the Bridgeport delegation and described the allocation as being what advocacy looks like.
“We knew how urgent the need was, and we fought together to bring this funding home,” Rosario said. “This new center is a win for our students, our families and the future of public education in Bridgeport.”
This year, the district has emphasized the importance of special education reform. A Special Education Task Force has been launched to improve communication with families and access to resources.
The new center should take that progress to a new level and lead to further long-term improvements and better student outcomes.
The district currently serves 20,000 students across 40 schools. This new center could be its most advanced facility.
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