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Connecticut News and Info TrackerConnecticut Advances Green Initiatives, School Safety, and Economic Growth in Landmark Legislative SessionConnecticut continues to capture attention with several key developments making headlines this week. FOX61 highlights that public safety remains top of mind, with updated crime prevention initiatives in several cities and ongoing investigations into two recent high-profile incidents. Meanwhile, school administrators and parents in Bridgeport are reacting after city officials advanced plans to boost student security following a series of vandalism cases, as reported by FOX61.In the realm of state government and policy, recently adjourned legislative sessions brought major environmental reforms. According to Connecticut House Democrats, two pivotal bills were signed into law, setting aggressive targets for...2025-07-1503 minConnecticut News and Info TrackerConnecticut Tackles Road Safety, Gun Violence, and Economic Growth in Landmark Legislative SessionConnecticut is in the spotlight this week with several major developments capturing local attention. Fox 61 reports that the top headlines include the arrest of an 18-year-old Waterbury man, Joel Kaisa, following a crash on I-91 in Enfield that left two state troopers injured and prompted calls for improved road safety enforcement. In Waterbury, the community is mourning after a 17-year-old girl was fatally shot, with authorities intensifying efforts to address gun violence and ensure public safety as investigations continue.On the government front, legislative activity in Hartford has brought significant policy updates. The 2025 legislative session saw Governor Ned...2025-07-1303 min
Better Learning PodcastLessons for New School LeadersAre you a new school leader wondering how to create learning spaces that truly engage students and foster success? In the latest episode of the Better Learning Podcast, Dr. David Cupolo, principal of St. James Intermediate School, shares valuable insights on the profound impact of school design on student engagement. In his conversation with Kevin Stoller, Dr. Cupolo highlights how thoughtful learning environments can transform education and offers essential lessons for new leaders navigating this journey. Dr. Cupolo also explores how instructional leaders can drive change by focusing on both physical spaces and the school cul...2024-10-3040 min
Schools In Focus PodcastDesigning Library InteriorsIn the first episode of Schools In Focus podcast, Senior Editor Yvonne Marquez interviews Andrew Hausmann, an associate principal at Perkins and Will. They speak about Shanghai American School's library transformation, its role as a central hub on campus, and how creativity and imagination were key to the space design. Schools In Focus is a Spaces4Learning podcast dedicated to K-12 school design, planning, and management. Music by Joseph McDade. 2020-01-1529 min