Education

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• Connecticut Early Learning and Development Standards

  Connecticut's Early Learning and Development Standards are what children, birth to five, should know and be able to do. The standards help families, communities and schools work together to support children's early learning and growth.

  Agency: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood

• Early Childhood Cabinet

  The Early Childhood Cabinet focuses on developing, early childhood education among the wide array of early childhood programs.

  Agency: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood

• Connecticut Higher Education System Data and Trends Report

  An analysis of the enrollment, financial aid resources, and the effects of grants and scholarship programs on Connecticut college students. The report also answers a series of questions proposed by the General Assembly Appropriations Subcommittee.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Paying for College: Your Guide to State and Federal College Aid Programs

  The college financial aid process can be confusing. The Department of Higher Education has a guide explaining the financial aid process, the types of financial aid available to Connecticut students and links to other sources of information.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Higher Education Programs and Initiatives

  Learn about programs that could help pay for college and make it easier to switch careers.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Career Schools

  Those looking for a state-approved hospital-based school can research the seven schools on the state's approved list. Hospital-based programs include nursing, allied health careers and ultrasound training.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• UConn

  The University of Connecticut is one of the top public research universities in the nation, with more than 30,000 students pursuing answers to critical questions in labs, lecture halls, and the community. Knowledge exploration throughout the University's network of campuses is united by a culture of innovation.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• College Preparation

  Young people prepping for college can find information about the PSAT, SAT, Advanced Placement exams, and learn about the University of Connecticut’s Early College Experience program.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Connecticut State College and Universities

  High school graduates looking for a college education close to home can apply to 17 state colleges and universities, including two-and four-year institutions. The state site includes admissions, curriculum and tuition information.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Financial Aid – General Information

  Look up information about federal and state financial aid programs, review the differences between grants and loans and learn about state programs.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Colleges and Universities Search

  A college search tool that allows students to learn about Connecticut's colleges and universities, and narrow their search to identify public and private colleges that offer a desired program or field of study.

  Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Youth With Special Health Care Needs

  Child Development Infoline (CDI), the American Academy of Pediatrics Tools for Youths, CT AHEAD.

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Immunization Laws and Regulations

  Information about Immunization requirements elementary, middle, high school and college.

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Retirement Overview

  An overview of the state teachers' retirement program can be downloaded from this site. Additional information is available from other sections of the site.

  Agency: Teachers Retirement Board

• Benefits Estimator Calculator

  Teachers can use the benefits estimator calculator to get an idea of their immediate retirement benefits at the time of separation. Retirement benefits are calculated based on a retirement formula type, average salary, full-time equivalency and credited service.

  Agency: Teachers Retirement Board