| School Name: | Law & Government Academy |
| School Address: | 55 Forest Street, Hartford, CT 06105 |
| School phone: | 860-695-1320 |
| Primary Contact: | Adam Johnson |
| Email: | adam.johnson@hartfordschools.org |
| School Hours: | 8:15 a.m.–3:10 p.m. |
| Grades served: | Tenth through twelfth |
| School Uniform: | Yes |
Program Overview:
Our school’s mission is more than a poster on the wall; everything we do within the academy is aligned with our mission. The mission—combined with our school’s four driving forces of Self-Worth, Deep Inquiry, Passion, and Deep Knowledge—encourages and shepherds our students toward an effective future in postsecondary education and in life.
Our Mission:
Through the rigorous study of the liberal arts and sciences, our students will be prepared to achieve success in college and subsequent careers in law, government, and community justice. Our mission is to develop ethical citizen-leaders with skilled and discerning minds who use their knowledge and talents to affect positive change within the community.
Program Offering/Key Fact:
The Law & Government Academy is a theme-based academy focused on the liberal arts and sciences. Our rigorous curriculum challenges our students to think critically and ask insightful questions. The school’s foundation in the social sciences develops deep thought, clear and effective writing and speaking, and diligent scholarly habits of mind. The school climate encourages student leadership by providing opportunity and voice to the student body. Our curriculum is filled with college-level courses, and the remaining classes are designed to prepare our students for success in college and in life.
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