The CT Open Choice Program in Somers
The Open Choice program allows urban students to attend public schools in nearby suburban towns. Enrollments are offered by school districts on a space-available basis in grades K-12. Participation is open on an equal basis to all students, including students with disabilities, attending public schools in Hartford. Transportation to and from participating districts are paid by the state. Arrangements are made by the regional educational service center serving the area.
If you are interesting in learning more about attending Somers, call the regional educational service center (CREC) for information about the status of the program in Somers and an application packet.
Hartford Area Open Choice
Capitol Region Education Council (CREC)
111 Charter Oak Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
Callie Bostic-Gardner
Phone: 860-993-4695 Email: cbosticgardner@crec.org
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Grades PreK-5
Grades 6-8
Grades 9-12
Family Engagement
Somers Public Schools values its families and sponsors family engagement evenings to connect with families of students enrolled in Open Choice.
We look forward to continuing these traditions and providing more ways to support families with their involvement in our shared school community.
Clubs and Sports
Field Hockey
Band and Chorus
Basketball
Lacrosse
Drama
Cross Country
Students enrolled in SPS via the Open Choice program are encouraged to participate in after school events/programs/sports. There is a daily bus scheduled from Hartford to Somers for Open Choice students and, if needed, additional late bussing can be provided/coordinated via Open Choice transportation at the building you attend.
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School Club/ Sports Offerings (click here)
Somers High School Athletic Offerings (click here)
Somers High School Clubs (click here)
Somers Recreation Department (click here)
Affinity Groups
All students enrolled in Open Choice have multiple opportunities throughout the year to get together during the school day to share successes, shared challenges, and develop solutions. It allows for meaningful conversations in a safe space.
Parkville Market
March 2024
Parent Action Committee
Parents are invited to dinner and conversation at local Hartford establishments to meet with Somers Public School administrators. SPS looks to engage families and hear diverse voices to help shape their student's educational experience in Somers.
RSCO-FLYER Somer Spanish 24-25.pdfSPS Informational Flyer (Spanish)
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RSCO-Flyer-Somers-English 24-25.pdfSPS Informational Flyer (English)
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Somers Public Schools is a Proud Participants of
the Open Choice program since 1999.
