Choosing a magnet school may be exactly the right step for your child — and you. At Connecticut River Academy (CTRA), we believe learning should not be confined to a classroom. We believe your child’s success later in life depends on the choices you make now.
At Connecticut River Academy (CTRA) your child can get a jump-start on a college career. In addition to a full range of high school and AP courses, students have the opportunity to take classes at Goodwin University and earn over 30 transferable college credits while still in high school — tuition free. Students are prepared academically and socially for college — laying an important foundation for future success.
At CTRA, science, innovation, and technology are at the forefront of our teaching. Our curriculum challenges students to reach their fullest academic potential and is filled with opportunities for hands-on learning and discovery. Our theme-based learning experiences allow students to gain the skillsets needed to advance in the workforce or post-secondary education. CTRA’s sustainability theme encompasses two areas of study: environmental science and advanced manufacturing.
Your child’s academic career is important but so are their student experiences. We want your child to be excited to come to school every day. Students at Connecticut River Academy are welcomed into an inclusive atmosphere the moment they walk through the doors. Fitting in won’t be a problem. Here, students start fresh, meet new people, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Your child has so many opportunities to grow and learn at CTRA. With afterschool advanced enrichment programs, clubs, and intramural sports programs, your child will become a well-rounded individual, ready to hit the ground running after graduation. Students in our advanced
manufacturing program have the opportunity to intern while in high school, in preparation for real world experiences.
We believe that everyone should have access to a great education. That’s why we make transportation to and from our magnet schools as convenient as possible. Learn about your transportation options now.
“Our goal is to graduate scholars who will think critically and communicate clearly about scientific, technical, interpersonal, societal, and global issues from multiple disciplinary perspectives.”
JT Foster, PRINCIPAL
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Interested in applying for the 2023-2024 School Year?
The RSCO Late Application is now available through September 15, 2023. Apply now!
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Applying? Select us as FIRST choice:
At CTRA we typically have 200 - 210 seats available each lottery season. Most seats available are in our incoming grade 6 and grade 9 classes. To increase your chances of getting into CTRA, select us as first choice!
