CREC: Capitol Region Education Council | Hartford, Connecticut

Expect Excellence

Deliver high-quality experiences that spark growth and success for all

Demand Equity

Foster justice and inclusion so everyone can learn and thrive

Act with Courage

Champion new ideas, challenge inequities, and lead positive change

Embrace Collaboration

Work together openly, value diverse perspectives, and innovate for impact

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The 2025-26 Late RSCO Application is open! Learn more about CREC's 16 Award Winning Schools and your Open Choice school options for the new school year by visiting CRECfirst.org

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TOPICS

English Language Learners

There are over 5 million English language learners in public schools today, making up 12 percent of the total school population. This number is projected to grow in the coming years, and as educators, we need to be prepared. CREC offers a variety of services that can help students master the English language.

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SERVICES

Integrated Education and Training

Integrated Education and Training (IET) / Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE) are models that concurrently provide basic literacy education and occupational skills training to ABE/ESL students. This integrated approach prepares students for various careers in industries where support skills are in demand or part of expected job requirements.

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SCHOOLS

River Street Schools and Programs

RSS provides comprehensive academic and life skills curricula for students aged 3 - 22 who present with a variety of behavioral, communicative, and neurological disorders including autism spectrum disorders, seizure disorders, identified genetic syndromes such as Fragile X, metabolic disorders, and those students with dual diagnoses. The Transition Services Department provides additional skills development as appropriate and transitional training to students turning 22. Programming is designed to deliver successful learning experiences commensurate with each student's developmental and cognitive level. Our multi-disciplinary clinical staff supports programming through daily collaboration with instructional staff, family consultation, interagency coordination, and professional development training for other professionals.

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CREC is a proud member of the

RESC Alliance (Connecticut Alliance of Regional Education Service Centers)
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CREC Central
111 Charter Oak Ave
Hartford, CT 06106
860-247-CREC

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