Barnard Environmental Studies School

170 Derby Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511

Phone: (475) 220-3500
Fax: (475) 220-3505

 

Grade Levels: Pre K- 8

School Population: approx. 550

Hours: 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM

*full day Prek for 3 and 4 year olds - 7:30am-5:30pm

 

Principal:  Robert McCain

 

Green Leaf School Facility Survey (ED050) 

 

 

Click to visit school's web site:
http://schools.old.nhps.net/barnard

 

Click to see Barnard's Solar Energy Data!
http://www.sunviewer.net/portals/Barnard/

 

 

Click here to visit the Inter District web site!
http://www.newhavenmagnetschools.com/

 

MISSION STATEMENT

Barnard Environmental Studies Magnet School's mission is to offer a comprehensive education that provides students with a strong academic foundation for lifelong learning, caring relationships with others, and a passion for environmental stewardship. Environmental studies integrate the curriculum; engage students through challenging, inquiry-based activities; and inspire a sense of wonder that encourages an active pursuit of a sustainable future.

 

• Environmental Studies Magnet Theme -Nature Studies Classroom Curriculum -School Garden -Outdoor and Nature Field TripsLibrary Power School / Multimedia Library Center (Access to Barnard Nature Center across Ella Grasso Blvd. via the walkway)

 

 

• Computer Learning Centers -Library Media Center for Research -Classroom Centers: Publishing of Student Writing, Computer Assisted Instruction

 

• School Development Program -A Focus on Child Development Theory -School-Wide Planning and Decision Making

 

• University / Community Partnerships -Yale University, School Development Program -Hospital of Saint Raphael -New Haven Parks Department -Sound School Partnership -Common Ground Partnership

 

• All-Day Kindergarten

 

• "Integrated Day" Curriculum Model of Instruction -Science & Social Studies-based Thematic Units -Cooperative Learning -22 Student Average Class Size -Critical & Creative Thinking Skills