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Solomon Schechter Academy

660 Ocean Avenue, New London, CT, 06320-0632 -

School Notes Overview:

Solomon Schechter Academy was founded in 1973 by a group of dedicated parents and community members who believed in the need for a quality Jewish day school in the region. They envisioned a school where children could receive an excellent education not only in the secular disciplines but also in Jewish history, texts, religious practice and Hebrew. While we embrace egalitarian Conservative Judaism in matters of religious observance, we welcome children from all Jewish backgrounds and teach respect for all Judaic views and practices. The school started with only six students and this year SSA will be celebrating it's 36th anniversary. Solomon Schechter Academy prepares our students for a lifetime of learning. We nurture in our children a positive Jewish identity, healthy self-esteem, and a sense of responsibility for themselves and their world. SSA is the educational choice for Jewish families seeking a stimulating, supportive, and enjoyable start for their children’s formal schooling years. The program and facilities encourage intellectual development in a secure, individualized atmosphere, which fosters the child’s natural curiosity and instills pride and confidence in his or her Jewish identity....

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School Overview:

	Solomon Schechter Academy
School Membership(s)	Solomon Schechter Day Schools (SSDS)
Religious Affiliation	Jewish
Grades Offered	Grades Kindergarten - 6
County	New London County, CT
Student Body
Total Students	64 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(CT) School Avg.
% Students of Color	5%	19%
Students by Grade
	Kind - 6 students
	Grade 1 - 8 students
	Grade 2 - 5 students
	Grade 3 - 8 students
	Grade 4 - 13 students
	Grade 5 - 16 students
	Grade 6 - 8 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	10 teachers
	This School	(CT) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:5	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	n/a	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

Solomon Schechter Academy was founded in 1973 by a group of dedicated parents and community members who believed in the need for a quality Jewish day school in the region. They envisioned a school where children could receive an excellent education not only in the secular disciplines but also in Jewish history, texts, religious practice and Hebrew. While we embrace egalitarian Conservative Judaism in matters of religious observance, we welcome children from all Jewish backgrounds and teach respect for all Judaic views and practices. The school started with only six students and this year SSA will be celebrating it's 36th anniversary. Solomon Schechter Academy prepares our students for a lifetime of learning. We nurture in our children a positive Jewish identity, healthy self-esteem, and a sense of responsibility for themselves and their world. SSA is the educational choice for Jewish families seeking a stimulating, supportive, and enjoyable start for their children’s formal schooling years. The program and facilities encourage intellectual development in a secure, individualized atmosphere, which fosters the child’s natural curiosity and instills pride and confidence in his or her Jewish identity.
Profile last updated: 02/11/2009

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posted on October 3, 2009 at 01:30:48 pm
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Back to school in New London (Jewish Ledger)
posted on September 25, 2009 at 03:34:25 pm
Solomon Schechter Academy in New London was teeming with cheerful students on Wednesday, Sept. 9 as students, parents and staff greeted each other on the first day of school.
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Scholarship Deadline Is May 22 (New London Day)
posted on May 18, 2009 at 10:14:25 am
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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (06320)	School Zip (06320)	(CT) State Average
Population (Approximate)	25,671 people	3,405,565 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	26%	41%
Population Average Age	31 years old	37 years old
Average Household size	2.3 persons	2.4 persons
Median Household Income	$33,809	$56,323
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4.7 rooms	5.6 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	66 years old	48 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	38% / 62%	64% / 36%