April is “Sexual Assault Awareness Month.”

It’s time to talk openly about sexual assault and sexual violence so we can prevent it – punish perpetrators – and support victims.

Rep. Jason Rojas and Sen. Tim Larson announced today that the State Bond Commission approved a $1.5 million grant-in-aid to the YMCA of Greater Hartford for renovations and improvements to the YMCA Larson Center of Excellence, located in Mayberry Village, East Hartford.

I was honored to be recognized for my work on a bill to help Connecticut's gifted students.

The Black and Puerto Rican Caucus is proud to offer our annual Representative Wilfred x. “Spike” Johnson scholarship.

Rep. Gregg Haddad, House chair of the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee, joined his Democratic colleagues recently to unveil their Free 2 Start/Free 2 Finish college program, which would provide state aid to help qualified Connecticut students start and complete their college careers at community colleges and state universities.

I joined Democratic leaders to unveil our "Free 2 Start/Free 2 Finish" college scholarship program.

Educational attainment is one of the most important factors of a thriving society, economy and healthy communities. As a former educator, I am certain we are making a great investment in Connecticut’s future with this latest round of funding.

Great news! Don’t miss out. NH Public Schools are taking applications for Head Start and School Readiness programs. To schedule an appointment to apply or to obtain more information, just call (203) 946-6950 or (203) 946-8446.