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ACES at Chase has earned the PLTW Distinguished School Recognition

June 5th, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(North Haven, CT – May 18, 2023) - Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) is pleased to announce that ACES at Chase, an inter-district STEAM magnet school, has received the highly coveted "Distinguished School" award from Project Lead the Way (PLTW). Receiving the award for the fifth time, this prestigious recognition is a testament to ACES at Chase's unwavering commitment to providing an exceptional project-based learning educational experience for its students.

ACES at Chase earned the Distinguished School recognition due to its commitment to providing all students access to an engaging, high-quality engineering curriculum each year.  With a strong focus on personalized learning and innovative instructional practices, the school has nurtured a culture of intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity among its students. These efforts have not only resulted in impressive academic achievements but have also prepared students for lifelong success.

As a PLTW Distinguished school, ACES at Chase continues to push the boundaries of education, embracing emerging technologies and pedagogical approaches to prepare students for the rapidly evolving world. With a dedicated team of educators and a supportive community, the school remains steadfast in its pursuit of excellence and continues to empower students to become confident, compassionate, and responsible global citizens.

The Distinguished School award serves as a testament to the exemplary achievements of ACES at Chase and its commitment to providing a transformative educational experience. This prestigious recognition reinforces the school's position as a leader in education and serves as an inspiration for other institutions striving to make a positive impact. Executive Director Tom Danehy spoke on this topic, stating “we are so proud to have such an achieving school within our family. ACES at Chase continues to impress us with the exceeding levels of expectations it sets for itself. I can not think of a better recipient for this award.”

For more information about ACES at Chase, its educational programs, and opportunities to apply for the school lottery for fall 2023, please visit www.aces.org/chase.

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About ACES:

Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) is the regional educational service center for New Haven and parts of Middlesex Counties. Established in 1969, ACES strives each day to fulfill its vision of creating an equitable and socially just world, one life at a time. ACES serves its members districts and others through an ever-growing array of programs, services, and schools that meet the needs of a changing educational landscape. As a school district, ACES operates three magnet and eight special education schools. ACES services range from transportation, professional development, school improvement services, technology, translation, international, security, and occupational and physical therapy. ACES operates the Open and Magnet School Parent Choice programs for New Haven County. Its programs include a federally funded Early Head Start Program and ACES ACCESS, a vocational and life skills program for developmentally and physically disabled adults ages 21 and older. For more information, go to www.aces.org.