April 27, 2017 By celc

Students’ Expansive Learning at CELC!

Early Spring Gardening

Hiking Judges Cave with Common Ground Nature Center

Students work with Partnering Artist In Residence from Long Wharf Theater Education Program

Water testing with Whitney Water Center at Roger’s Mill Pond

Life at CELC is unlike any other school.

There is a place for any personality or learner. Through our everyday experiences we build relationships, and we become like a family. We go out into the world together. We work together and grow together. It is the best feeling to feel like you always have a place. You can just be you and find your place at CELC. It doesn't matter what we are doing --- hard and dedicated math, out in the woods, or walking the streets in Washington, D.C. - we always have a place to learn and have fun. -8th-grade student at CELC

CELC is an amazing middle school.

I cannot say enough good things about CELC. With a small class size, challenging academics and the numerous "hands on" field experiences, my son is receiving a top notch education that I only wish I'd had at his age. The students are encouraged to be self-motivated and to think for themselves (rather than waiting for a teacher to hand them an answer to memorize). The dynamic, thoughtful, and engaging CELC co-founder teachers (M & M) foster an environment of respect, strong sense of community, and a desire to learn because learning actually can be fun. M & M are experts in understanding the many facets of a middle school student's academic, social, and emotional growth. And because of their extensive experience teaching students in this age range,
M & M are uniquely qualified to tailor the CELC program to an individual child's interests and abilities. -- parent of 2nd year CELC student

We have been with CELC for two years, and we will do two more because the teachers care, provide an enriching, high-level education and because our son really enjoys his school ... that makes all the difference to us. I am not only his mother, but also a CT-certified educator with fourteen years spent teaching elementary and middle school in Norwalk, CT. We now reside on the shoreline and are so happy to have found CELC!
-- parent of 2nd year CELC student

Hi Melinda & Maria:

I just wanted to let you know that Cade has been bouncing off the walls since we picked him up from the trip. He is so happy to have learned to ski and overcome his fear. He has described his experience blow by blow … he seems so proud of himself!

He is saying that he has triumphed over skiing. He is even talking about going again, which is great news for his dad who has not skied in a long time and would like to go with him. So, thank you, thank you for this enriching experience. It has changed Cade for the better! -- parent of 2nd year CELC student

Get the word out there about a terrific private school on the Connecticut shoreline, the Connecticut Experiential Learning Center (CELC). CELC has been a miracle for my family. Two exceptional teachers for 15 students, grades 5th-8th! Opportunity for CELC students is amazing, and the dynamics of the group of students is absolutely beautiful. CELC is what, I believe, parents would want for their child: a bully-free and truly challenging (individually titrated, another miracle for a school) learning environment. Melinda Alcosser and Maria Mortali are the two exceptional forces that lead the learning at CELC.

Our 11-year old son loves going out the door in the morning to CELC, and he comes home at night and completes his homework! At CELC, he is not only accepted for who he is, he is valued. He is challenged. He is happy. This makes my husband and me happy. I’d like to get the word out there about this miracle opportunity for parents who are dissatisfied with the traditional school system. Fees for this private school are extremely modest, and the attention to the students is out of this world. Take a look at their website: ctexperiential.org -- parent of 4th year CELC student

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