Approved City Budget Will Require Tough Choices for NPS

Posted on 02/25/2021

This week, the Common Council voted 10-5 to approve a budget cap for the 2021-22 citywide budget that was $1 million less than the budget recommended by the City of Norwalk’s chief financial officer. The school budget recommended by the City was already $5 million less than the Board of Education requested.   READ MORE... about Approved City Budget Will Require Tough Choices for NPS

NPS Magnet School Supplement

Posted on 02/25/2021

With next year’s difficult school budget in mind the district has difficult choices to make. However, the change to the magnet school supplemental funding is not intended to impact the quality of instruction or operations at any of the district’s magnet schools.  READ MORE... about NPS Magnet School Supplement

NPS Music Marches Forward

Posted on 02/23/2021

Norwalk Public Schools is pleased to announce that students across the district will resume indoor musical activities including instrumental lessons, choir and theater over the next few weeks following strict protocol.   READ MORE... about NPS Music Marches Forward

New Information Reduces 2021-22 School Operating Budget Request to 4.6%

Posted on 02/12/2021

On behalf of the children and families of Norwalk, we respectfully request that the City of Norwalk fully fund the Board of Education’s revised budget request of a 4.6% increase.  READ MORE... about New Information Reduces 2021-22 School Operating Budget Request to 4.6%

Dr. Jennifer Masone to be Appointed Principal of Cranbury Elementary School

Posted on 02/11/2021

Norwalk Public Schools is very pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Masone will be appointed principal of Cranbury Elementary School effective July 1, 2021.  READ MORE... about Dr. Jennifer Masone to be Appointed Principal of Cranbury Elementary School

Eric Jackson Proposed Candidate for Nathan Hale Middle School Principal

Posted on 02/11/2021

In the Board of Education information packet released on February 10, 2021, Eric Jackson was announced as the proposed candidate for the position of principal at Nathan Hale Middle School. The Board will vote on Mr. Jackson’s appointment at their meeting next Tuesday night. Please see below for additional information about Mr. Jackson’s background and experience.   READ MORE... about Eric Jackson Proposed Candidate for Nathan Hale Middle School Principal

BOE & NPS Response: BET presentation by Mr. Dachowitz

Posted on 02/09/2021

The Board of Education Executive Team and the Superintendent of Schools wish to provide context and clarity on several statements made by Mr. Dachowitz last night, in his presentation to the Board of Estimate and Taxation.  READ MORE... about BOE & NPS Response: BET presentation by Mr. Dachowitz

Norwalk BOE and NPS BET Statement

Posted on 02/08/2021

We are deeply concerned by the City’s choice to recommend only a 2.0% increase for next year’s school operating budget. Following closures and other Covid-related challenges, our schools have an urgent need to recover lost learning and support the social-emotional health of our children. We look forward to further conversations with the Mayor's Office and Common Council to determine how best to meet th  READ MORE... about Norwalk BOE and NPS BET Statement

Norwalk Public Schools Kindergarten Registration Live Online

Posted on 02/04/2021

Parents of incoming Norwalk Public Schools kindergartners can now register their child for the 2021-2022 school year online through PowerSchool registration. PowerSchool registration allows parents to easily and securely enter their child’s information.  READ MORE... about Norwalk Public Schools Kindergarten Registration Live Online

Building a Facilities Plan for the Future of NPS

Posted on 02/04/2021

On Thursday, February 4 from 5pm -7pm, the Task Force will study the current and future facilities needs of the district. Newman DLR, the design and architecture firm that is conducting our comprehensive Facilities Review, will lead a collaborative workshop to solicit input.   READ MORE... about Building a Facilities Plan for the Future of NPS