In 1991 with National Science Foundation funding, Connecticut and nine other states literally "invented" a new model of excellence called systemic reform. Systemic reform was a demanding scheme to bring excellence to mathematics and science teaching and learning - not just in single classrooms - but to entire districts. Together, we sought to put in place system improvements that would create and sustain academic excellence for all students over time.

The original role of the CT Academy was to administer and broker a ten-year, $15.4 million National Science Foundation (NSF) funded initiative to increase student achievement in mathematics and science throughout Connecticut.  The CT Academy has brought more than $16.5 million to Connecticut since its inception.  Through an array of services and products, the CT Academy assists school districts and other organizations through fees for service, public and private foundation support, corporate program sponsorships, and additional government grants. 

 

After more than a decade of experience working in schools, the Connecticut State Departments of Education and Higher Education recognize the CT Academy as one of the state’s premier mathematics and science professional service providers and has used our monographs and materials to craft State policy.

Excellence in learning mathematics and science is within reach for all our students: it is not simply a slogan; it is our obligation to all children.

Richard C. Cole, President & CEO