Assistant Principal Turner showcases Sunset Ridge Middle's IB program achievements

The East Hartford Board of Education convened on March 10, 2025, at Sunset Ridge Middle School, where Superintendent Thomas Anderson welcomed attendees and introduced Assistant Principal Alex Turner. Turner provided an overview of the school's mission, emphasizing its commitment to academic excellence and social development through the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. She highlighted the importance of fostering international mindedness among students and shared a humorous anecdote from a seventh grader about the challenges of balancing rigorous academic expectations with the desire to make a difference in the world.

Turner expressed gratitude for the Board's ongoing support of the IB program and invited members to an upcoming showcase in May, where eighth-grade students will present their community projects. This event aims to demonstrate the impact students have made throughout the year.

Following Turner's remarks, Superintendent Anderson acknowledged the significance of visiting schools to witness firsthand the educational environment and the efforts of staff and students. He reiterated the importance of maintaining focus on the district's goals as the meeting progressed into other key agenda items. The meeting underscored the Board's commitment to supporting educational initiatives and fostering a collaborative community within East Hartford schools.