Sports and Medical Sciences Academy

Sport and Medical Sciences Academy

The Sport and Medical Sciences Academy (SMSA) is a college preparatory middle and high school, with a focus on medical and sport sciences. Students receive a rigorous language arts, mathematics, and science foundation that is applied in core curriculum and various electives. Several college credit programs are offered both through the University of Connecticut – Early College Experience Model as well as through Capital Community College.

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280 Huyshope Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
860 695-6900

Dress Code:
7-9: SMSA logo white button-down shirt, tie, khaki skirt/pants, black shows and SMSA v-neck cardigan; 10-12: SMSA logo polo shirt, khaki or black pants, black shoes

Hours: 7:45A.M. - 2:20P.M.
587 Students
Grade Levels: 7 -12

Principal: John Laverty
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Academic/School Programs

SMSA high school students have the opportunity to earn up to 30 free college credits. In addition to a strong academic program, students experience a student/staff mentoring program (10:1), middle and high school athletics (CIAC), clubs and a SAT Preparatory Academy. SMSA believes in a strong character approach to learning by instilling the Four Core Beliefs: Discipline, Respect, Dedication, Responsibility; into each student’s educational experience.

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A rigorous academic program
Personalized academic counseling and mentoring
(1 adult per 10-12 students)
85-minute block scheduling (four blocks per day)
Opportunities to earn up to 30 college credits
Business, university and medical partnerships
A new $71 million school building

MU.S. News and World Report lists SMSA as one of the best high schools in America

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