The newly developed Preston Public Schools Strategic Plan reflects the tenets of a global, optimistic and growth mindset that encourages an open positive outlook leading to deep learning and personal well-being.
Childhood food insecurity remains at unacceptable levels across the country and children are most acutely at risk in the summer when they do not have access to school meals. There were 689 sites in the summer of 2017 across Connecticut offering free meals to children 18 years and younger, yet only 1 out of 4 of CT’s children who access school meals are accessing Free Summer Meals.
PLEASE NOTE: Even if you do not have a Summer Meals program in your town, children ages 18 and younger may visit Open Summer Meals sites anywhere in the state to receive a meal. There is no application, identification or commitment to participate in Summer Meals.
If you have any questions about Summer Meals, please contact Caroline Cooke at the CSDE at caroline.cooke@ct.gov or 860-807-2144 or visit Ct Summer Meals
Preston Town Hall seeks a Recording Secretary for the Board of Finance. Theymee t every 3rd Wednesday at 7 PM. Pay is $85 for up to 2 hours of attending the
meeting (plus $20 per additional half hour should the meeting exceed 2 hours). Recording Secretary is responsible for translating the Minutes. On occasion and moving forward, there may be opportunity for this person to pick up other recording hours if they are interested. Recorder equipment is provided by Town.
Direct experience is not required. If interested, for input contact Nancy in the Board of Selectman’s Office: 860-887-5581, ext. 101 or nmusa@preston-ct.org
Preston Public Schools is seeking applicants for licensed School Bus/Van Drivers. Preference will be given to already licensed drivers although training will be provided, if necessary.
Interested applicants please contact:
Mrs. Patricia Hibbard, Transportation Supervisor
Preston Bus Garage, 327 Shetucket Turnpike, Preston, CT 06365
Preston Public Schools is accepting bids for the following capital projects. See documents for details:
Preston Public Schools has partnered with Kelly Education Staffing to recruit, train, and provide qualified substitute teachers for our schools. Learn more about how you can become a substitute teacher for our district and help make a positive impact on student achievement!
For more information, please visit Kelly Education Staffing. To apply for substitute teaching positions, please e-mail your resumé to 1788@kellyservices.com, or contact them at 860-439-0881.
The Preston Board of Education holds meetings in accordance with posted calendar. Please be sure to review the up to date minutes from the Board of Education and its sub-committees on the Board of Education Tab. Or click here to access the BoE website.
As the new Superintendent of Preston Public Schools it is important to acknowledge and respect the hard work and dedication that has made PPS the warm, welcoming and achievement oriented learning community that educators and residents so proudly acknowledge. As a school district, it is evident that the entire team of educators, parents, and community members are committed to ensuring student well-being, quality learning experiences and the simple joys of life for all children. This commitment is demonstrated through a supportive district budget, a dedicated staff and community leaders that recognize the importance of a 21st century education. As the previous superintendent, Dr. Welch has stated, “an ideal teacher-student ratio in conjunction with a focused academic program accompanied by appropriate support services are designed to guarantee that every child has a successful experience.” It is my honor and privilege to support, continue, and attempt to expand on, the many positive attributes of Preston Public Schools.
Our two school buildings, Preston Veterans’ Memorial School (PK-5) and Preston Plains Middle School (6-8) enroll a little over 400 students. Upon completion of the eighth grade program, Preston students have the high quality options of attending Norwich Free Academy (Designated High School), Ledyard High School, Ledyard Agri-Science High School, Grasso Vocational Technical High School, Norwich Vocational-Technical High School, New London Science and Technology Magnet High School, or Marine Science Magnet High School.
The district will continue to place emphasis on developing a strong school-home partnership. Parents are welcome in our schools and play an active role as evidenced by the presence of parent volunteers and two active parent-teacher organizations. Our efforts always pay dividends and complement our sustained commitment to the 4 C’s – communication, coordination, cooperation, and collaboration.
Beginning in July 2017 as the district’s superintendent, I am committed to building on the excellent work of the past. As Preston Public School District moves forward I thank you for visiting this website. It is one of many methods we use to communicate our student centered mission. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or would like further information about Preston Public Schools. Be well.
