Before and After School Programs
“Y.M.C.A. Childcare”
This program is offered on site Monday – Friday following the school calendar 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., a vacation and “snow day” program is also available at the Norwalk Y.M.C.A. building. Applications are available in the school office, including tuition costs and fees. For additional information please contact the Y.M.C.A. Childcare Office located at 370 West Avenue, Norwalk, Connecticut 06850, (203) 866 4425 ext. 314.
For information about other options please visit the Norwalk AfterSchool Alliance website at: www.norwalkct.org/BOEafterschool
Programs at Cranbury
The “District Technology Pilot” has been implemented at Cranbury beginning in the 2003 – 2004 school year, affording our students the opportunity for cutting edge experiences with technology, and our teachers the opportunity to use technology to enhance the curriculum. We currently have six Dell, flat screen computers in each of our grade 4 and 5 classrooms, each having their own laser printer. Each grade 3 class had three Dell, flat screen computers, each grade 1 and 2 has two, and each kindergarten has one, with networked laser printers at each grade level. Grades 3-5 have the use of a Dell Mobile Computer Lab on a weekly basis. For the opening of school 06-07, each grade level will have a Multimedia Projection System. In Kindergarten we also have two stations for the Waterford Reading Program, which provides additional support to “at risk” readers. Our primary instructional focus in grades K-2 is on the use of technology to enhance instruction where the focus in grade 3-5 shifts to the use of technology by students.
Citywide Programs at Cranbury
“The Academically Talented Program” provides experiences and specific curriculum designed to meet the special needs of a selective grouping of intellectually gifted pupils beginning in third grade. Students are identified through intelligence tests, teacher judgment, creativity test scores and academic achievement. A Pupil Placement Team composed of classroom teachers, psychologists, school principals, and the director of the program select pupils for the program. For additional information, please refer to the NPS Handbook.
“The Artistically Talented Program” provides a special opportunity for students who demonstrate unusual talent and creativity. Students in the program are usually identified in second grade and enter the program at the beginning of the third grade level, remaining in the program through fifth grade. The screening and identification process involves testing and the judgment of professionals. When students have been identified, parents/guardians are notified and informational meetings are held. For additional information, please refer to the NPS Handbook.
“D.A.R.E. Program” (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) is an integral part of the Health curriculum. It emphasizes saying "No" to drugs and other harmful substances as well as developing skills that build student's self-esteem. It is taught by Norwalk Police educators to fifth graders.
“English as a Second Language” (ESL) directly assists second language learners to gain a greater fluency in the English language and provides support in academic work while the child is learning English.
For additional information, please refer to the NPS Handbook.
“Instrumental Music” features instruction in violin, viola, cello, and double bass by a string specialist. The program begins in third grade and is open to all students who wish to participate. Instrument rental is required.
“Project Excel” (Norwalk's Title 1 program) provides support in reading/writing and math for identified students. Students are admitted into the program for the full year, depending upon teacher recommendation, criterion referenced tests, attendance, and demonstration of need. Student records are reviewed annually to determine continuation in the program.
Breakfast and Lunch Programs
This program is offered daily. Breakfast is served beginning at 9:05 a.m. and Lunch is served beginning at 11:45 a.m. in the school cafeteria.
This program is offered at cost to the family with the rate depending on their income. At the beginning of the year, the Federal Government provides all participating public schools with guidelines for free and reduced price breakfasts and lunches. Each parent receives a letter and an application from the school district outlining the free and reduced price breakfast and lunch policy. Applications are reviewed by central office staff and a determination based on Federal Guidelines is made. Students approved for food stamps and/or AFDC must submit their proof of eligibility to the school and will qualify automatically.
For more information and weekly menus, please visit the Norwalk Public Schools website.
Our “Library” is equipped with books, periodicals, and audiovisual materials and is fully automated. We also have three computers which are used for research. Parent/guardians are also welcome to come in and borrow materials. At Cranbury, library visitation occurs for one period in each A-F cycle.
The “Mentor Program” connects individuals from many local companies, social and civic organizations, municipal employees and members of the community at large as role models for deserving youth. For one hour a week during the school year mentors work with students on a one-on-one basis. For more information, visit the Norwalk Mentor Program website.
