CT can't claim success while Hartford’s children are left behind

CT can't claim success while Hartford’s children are left behind

Connecticut often ranks among the wealthiest and most well-resourced states in the nation. We pride ourselves on strong schools, thriving communities, and endless opportunity. But there is a glaring contradiction at the heart of our state —one we can no longer ignore. In our capital city of Hartford, the public school system is facing a projected two-year deficit exceeding $70 million. This is not a new crisis. Hartford Public Schools have endur…