Betances Learning Lab Magnet School
- Operated by: Hartford School District
- Pre-K3, Pre-K4, K, 1, 2, 3, 4
- 400 Total Students
Why choose us?
Well-rounded curriculum
Explore a range of academic subject matter, including all genres of literature, integrated arts, and hands-on STEM experiences.
Personalized learning
Learn from dedicated teachers who use proven strategies to tailor instruction to each child’s interests and learning style.
Inclusive school culture and climate
Thrive in an environment that values, respects, and supports students, celebrates diversity, and embraces all perspectives through strong relationships and a multicultural curriculum.
Project-based learning (PBL)
Explore passions, think critically, and take part in hands-on experiences where students develop real-world solutions to community dilemmas based on their interests.
Schedule
Events
Services & Offerings
Transportation
Transportation availability varies by grade level.
Prekindergarten
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Transportation is not provided. For prekindergarten students who live outside of Hartford, a reimbursement stipend is available.
Kindergarten – Grade 4
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Transportation is provided for students living inside the RSCO transportation zone. Review the transportation zone map to determine eligibility.
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RSCO does not provide door-to-door transportation. Bus stops vary and may include stops in your neighborhood or centralized locations in or near your town. Typically, centralized bus stops are not within walking distance of a student’s home. Families are responsible for transportation to the bus stop.
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Students attending a magnet school located in their town receive transportation through their home district. Hartford residents receive transportation through Hartford Public Schools for this school. Contact the district’s transportation office for more information.
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For students living outside the transportation zone, families may transport their child to an existing stop within the transportation zone or provide their own transportation. A reimbursement stipend is available for families who live outside the transportation zone and bring their child to school.
Transportation
Transportation availability varies by grade level.
Prekindergarten
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Transportation is not provided. For prekindergarten students who live outside of Hartford, a reimbursement stipend is available.
Kindergarten – Grade 4
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Transportation is provided for students living inside the RSCO transportation zone. Review the transportation zone map to determine eligibility.
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RSCO does not provide door-to-door transportation. Bus stops vary and may include stops in your neighborhood or centralized locations in or near your town. Typically, centralized bus stops are not within walking distance of a student’s home. Families are responsible for transportation to the bus stop.
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Students attending a magnet school located in their town receive transportation through their home district. Hartford residents receive transportation through Hartford Public Schools for this school. Contact the district’s transportation office for more information.
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For students living outside the transportation zone, families may transport their child to an existing stop within the transportation zone or provide their own transportation. A reimbursement stipend is available for families who live outside the transportation zone and bring their child to school.
Specialization
Early Reading
Early Reading
Special Features
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Hands-on STEM-based learning in library and science class.
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Partnership with the Connecticut Science Center.
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Arts integration through our Hartford Performs partnership.
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Small class sizes.
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Partnerships with Read-to-a-Child as well as the Hartford Public Library, Connecticut Science Center, Wadsworth Museum, and the Bushnell, to provide rich integrated arts and STEM experiences.
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Strong SBAC scores in both Math and ELA.
Placement Priorities
The following priorities are used in the placement process and can increase the chance of a placement if the school has available seats. To receive priority, you must apply during the on-time application period and make the school your first choice. Applicants receive priority in the order listed below.
- Enrolled Sibling
- Employee/Staff
- Placed Sibling
- Pathway school: Hartford Pre-Kindergarten Magnet School: North Campus (PK4 students applying to kindergarten); Hartford Pre-Kindergarten Magnet School: South Campus (PK4 students applying to kindergarten); Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School (PK4 Hartford resident students applying to kindergarten)
- Hartford Residential Neighborhood
- Hartford Residential Zone 4
Pathways
CONTINUING THE MAGNET EXPERIENCE!
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School 4th grade students have a direct pathway to 5th grade at Betances STEM Magnet School. To be eligible for this pathway, applicants must submit an on-time RSCO application with Betances STEM Magnet School as their first choice.
Sports, Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
Various clubs and extracurricular activities are available to our students to enhance their educational experience. A sampling of these clubs and activities are listed to give families a sense of what options are available. These offerings are subject to change and may vary by grade level. Please check with the school for more information.
- Art Club
- Band
- Computer Club
- Dance
- Drill Team
- Exercise Club
- Gardening Club
- Lego Club
- No Bake Baking Club
- STEM Club
- Theater Club
