John Barry Elementary

Nathan Hale School is a part of the Meriden Board of Education that offers a variety of educational and extracurricular programs to students in grades kindergarten through five. The school provides academic programs in English, media, mathematics, social studies and science. Its library provides a range of books, newspapers and encyclopedias to its students. Nathan Hale School has an athletics department offering various activities, such as basketball, volleyball and tennis. The school additionally provides various programs in computers, music, arts and crafts, writing, reading, health and physical education. Its clubs include instrumental music, Hale mentors and safety patrol. It offers various programs in special education that includes instructional and support services for students with disabilities. Nathan Hale School is located in Meriden, Conn.

Located in Meriden, Conn., Hanover Elementary School is an educational campus that enrolls students in kindergarten through grade five. It serves more than 600 children who are taught by a staff of over 50 teachers and paraprofessionals. The school conducts classes in reading, math, science, social studies and English. In addition to academic teachers, its staff includes psychologists, media specialists, guidance counselors, and speech, physical and occupational therapists. Hanover Elementary School also offers a violence prevention program called Second Step that teaches the skills of reducing aggression and increasing social competence to children. The school is a part of Meriden Board of Education, which has an enrollment of nearly 8,500 students and owns and operates several elementary, middle and high schools.

Saint Paul School is a Catholic academic institute that offers a variety of educational services for students in kindergarten through grade eight. The school provides academic programs in language arts, science, social studies and mathematics. It also offers Spanish classes, technological communication instructions, art lessons and physical education. Saint Paul School provides a health program that includes information on nutrition and physical and mental fitness. The school s choral music program includes lessons in various genres of music. It additionally promotes Christ-based education, practices and teachings. Saint Paul School maintains a drama club, school choir and music band. The school has a home and school association that participates in fundraising activities and social events. In addition, it offers before- and after-school care services. Saint Paul School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.