Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University
- Operated by: Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES)
- 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
- 780 Total Students
Why choose us?
Career-Focused Pathways
Choose from four pathways of study— Health Science and Nursing, Computer Science, Manufacturing and Engineering, and Business and Administration — all key industries in Connecticut’s job market.
Experiential Learning
Connect classroom work with the real world through pre-apprenticeships, internships, and required capstone projects.
Tuition-Free College Credits
Earn more than 30 transferable college credits through Advanced Placement (AP) classes and college courses at Goodwin University and the University of Bridgeport before graduating high school.
Modern, High-Tech Environment
Learn in a state-of-the-art campus complete with a simulated hospital wing, high-tech manufacturing facility, interactive aquarium, and a riverboat used for science labs that sets sail in our backyard—the Connecticut River.
Schedule
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. East Hartford residents receive transportation through East 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
Advanced Manufacturing
Computer Science and Engineering
Early College/College Prep
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
Health Sciences & Nursing
Students will explore the foundations of healthcare though hands-on learning in medical ethics, anatomy, infection control, and patient care – plus earn certifications in CPR, become a phlebotomist, EKG technician, and/or CNA.
Business Administration
Launch your business journey by mastering personal finance, global economics, and ethical leadership. Earn college credit and an 18-credit business startup certificate while gaining hands-on experience.
Special Features
- Schoolwide commitment to restorative practices and culturally relevant curriculum
- The Habitat Center, an interactive aquarium equipped with animals native to the East Coast.
- The Navigator, a river boat used for science labs and other special projects, sets sail in our backyard—the Connecticut River.
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.
- Direct Pathway School: Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University
- Enrolled Sibling
- Employee/Staff
- Placed Sibling
School Recognitions
- Magnet Schools of America Merit Award of Excellence in 2021
- Award-winning music program
Sports, Clubs & Activities
Sports
We offer a full CIAC sports program through our partnership with East Hartford Public Schools. These offerings are subject to change and may vary by grade level. Please check with the school for more information.
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cheer
- Cheerleading
- Football
- Golf
- Outdoor Track
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
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.
- Affinity Groups
- Art Club
- Changemaker/Student Action Club
- Coding Club
- Dance
- Environmental Club
- Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
- Intramural Sports
- Model U.N.
- National Honor Society
- Newspaper Club
- Robotics Club
- Yearbook Club
