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A unique
coastal city rich in history,
Norwalk is located on Long Island Sound
between Darien and Westport. This community of 32 square miles with a
population of almost 80,000 is a city of contrasts -- offering the
advantages of urban living while preserving the beauty of its rural
areas.
Education - Norwalk's schools reflect the
diversity and high expectations of the community they serve. The
district's priority is to offer quality instructional programs
responsive to each student's interests and abilities. Exemplary
programs in 12 elementary schools (grades K-5), four middle schools
(grades 6-8), two high schools, one Vocational Arts Center, and one
Head Start facility serve nearly 10,000 students. The parochial system
includes one school (Kindergarten through 8th grade). Also within the
town are numerous nursery schools and Norwalk Community
College.
2006-2007 CT School Profiles
Elementary Schools:
Brookside Elementary School
382 Highland Avenue
Norwalk, Connecticut 06854
(203) 899-2830
Columbus-Magnet School
46 Concord
Norwalk, Connecticut 06854
(203) 899-2840
Cranbury Elementary School
Knowalott Lane
Norwalk, Connecticut 06851
(203) 899-2850
Fox Run Elementary School
228 Fillow Street
Norwalk, Connecticut 06850
(203) 899-2860
Jefferson Elementary School
75 Van Buren Avenue
Norwalk, Connecticut 06850
(203) 899-2870
Kendall Elementary School
55 Fillow Street
Norwalk, Connecticut 06850
(203) 899-2880
Marvin Elementary School
50 Calf Pasture Beach Road
Norwalk, Connecticut 06855
(203) 899-2890
Naramake Elementary School
16 King Street
Norwalk, Connecticut 06851
(203) 899-2900
Silvermine Elementary School
157 Perry Avenue
Norwalk, Connecticut 06850
(203) 899-2950
Tracey Elementary School
20 Camp Street
Norwalk, Connecticut
(203) 899-2960
Wolfpit Elementary School
Starlight Drive
Norwalk, Connecticut 06851
(203) 899-2980
Middle School:
Nathan Hale Middle School
176 Strawberry Hill Avenue
Norwalk, Connecticut 06851
(203) 899-2910
Ponus Ridge Middle School
Hunter's Lane
Norwalk, Connecticut
(203) 899-2920
West Rocks Middle School
West Rocks Road
Norwalk, Connecticut 06851
(203) 899-2970
High School:
Brien McMahon High School
300 Highland Avenue
Norwalk, Connecticut
(203) 852-9488
Norwalk High School
55 Country
Norwalk, Connecticut
(203) 838-4481
Private Schools:
All Saints Catholic School
(Grades K-8)
West Rocks Road
Norwalk, Connecticut
(203) 847-3881
Recreation - The town of Norwalk
features over 700 acres of
parks, beautiful wide beaches, an 18-hole public golf course, a boat
launching ramp, a town marina, and 55 public tennis courts. In
addition it offers opportunities for
boating, camping, fishing, golf, picnicking, skating, swimming and
tennis. There are two private golf clubs, eight private yacht and boat
clubs, and a comprehensive YMCA.
Transportation - Metro-North
offers one hour train service to New York City from several Norwalk
stations. Interstate 95 or the Merritt Parkway may be used to reach
neighboring communities - Stamford in 15 minutes or White Plains in 35
minutes. Connecticut Limousine offers scheduled service to Kennedy,
LaGuardia, and Newark airports. The municipal bus system, "Wheels",
has many routes, and taxi and helicopter services are available.
Government - Norwalk is governed by a Mayor and 15 Councilmen.
Norwalk
Links:
From the
yachting community of Rowayton, to the
historical seaport setting of South Norwalk, and the rural serenity of
Silvermine, Norwalk offers a diversity that is unique within the
entire metropolitan area. |
