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Alliance District Teacher Loan Subsidy Program

August 1, 2022

A teaching staff that mirrors the diversity of the student body it serves provides the best educational outcomes for our kids.

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Reps Berger-Girvalo, Gucker & Sen. Haskell Secure Funding Two Ridgefield Elementary School Playgrounds

July 29, 2022

Earlier this year, the town of Ridgefield surveyed our elementary schools' playgrounds for their accessibility through the Institute of Human Centered Design. The study revealed that Barlow Mountain Elementary School and Ridgebury Elementary School are the schools that require immediate upgrades and will require new construction to bring the playground into full ADA compliance.

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Funding Approved for Improvements to HRA

July 29, 2022

I am pleased to announce the approval of funding in the amount of over $1 million for the Human Resource Agency (HRA) of New Britain for security upgrades.

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Connecticut’s Free Community College Program Deadline Approaching

July 11, 2022

If you or someone you know is a recent high school graduate headed to college or university, I have some important information to share with you! The deadline to apply for financial aid through Connecticut's free community college program is fast approaching. Students looking to take advantage of the Pledge to Advance Connecticut (PACT) program are encouraged to apply by Friday, July 15.

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57th District News: Supporting Businesses, Making College Affordable

July 11, 2022

As you know, the work of a legislator does not stop when session ends. I spend most of my time during the week attending meetings and advocating for legislation that will positively impact the 57th district. Below is a list of items I've been working on for you this week.