Classical Magnet School

Interdistrict Magnet School
  • Operated by: Hartford School District
  • 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • 438 Total Students

Why choose us?

  • Classical Liberal Arts Meets STEM 

    Prepare for college, career, and life with a well-rounded learning experience that blends rigorous coursework in math, science, and technology with traditional academic subject matter.

  • Rooted in the Paideia Philosophy 

    Learn to read and analyze literature proficiently, write persuasively, think critically, communicate effectively, and solve problems through Socratic seminars and project-based learning. 

  • Access to College-Level Courses 

    Jump-start your degree with access to Advanced Placement (AP) classes and UConn Early College Experience (ECE) courses. 

  • Extensive Extracurricular Opportunities 

    Participate in a variety of activities that encourage student engagement and foster personal growth, from our award-winning theater, music, and arts programs to technology and athletics. 

Highlights
Early College/College Prep
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Schedule

07:30 AM - 02:10 PM

Events


Transportation

  • Transportation is provided for students living inside the RSCO transportation zone. Review the transportation zone map to determine eligibility.  

    • 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.   

    • 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.  

  • 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 College/College Prep
Early College and College Preparatory themed schools focus on college and career readiness at graduation, using a college model environment and providing an early start on earning college credit.

Special Features

  • Award-winning Theatre Program and one of the top Music and Art programs in Hartford 

  • ECE (Early College Experience) courses in Physics, Allied Health Professions, American Studies, Philosophy, and Medical Terminology for college credits through UConn 

  • Hartford Promise school where eligible Hartford resident students can earn $100,000 towards college.


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 Schools: Breakthrough Magnet North (grade 5); Montessori Magnet at Batchelder (grade 6); Montessori Magnet at Fisher School (grade 8); Renzulli Gifted & Talented Academy (grade 8); Webster Micro Society Magnet School (grade 8)

Sports, Clubs & Activities

Sports

Athletic opportunities and sports teams add to the educational experience of our students. The sports programs listed are subject to change and may vary by grade level. Classical offers sports at the middle school level in: Basketball, Flag Football, Softball, Volleyball and Soccer (Boys and Girls). Many of the sports offerings in Grades 9-12 are interscholastic and include different levels, such as Varsity, Junior Varsity and/or Freshman teams. Please check with the school for more information.

  1. Baseball
  2. Basketball
  3. Cross country
  4. eSports
  5. Flag Football
  6. Football
  7. Indoor Track
  8. Soccer
  9. Softball
  10. Swimming
  11. Track and Field
  12. Volleyball
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.

  1. Art Club
  2. Changemaker/Student Action Club
  3. Chess Club
  4. Gaming Club
  5. Mock Trial
  6. Model U.N.
  7. National Honor Society
  8. Photography Club
  9. Robotics Club
  10. Student Government/Council
  11. Theater Club