The Great Oaks Secondary Program is a comprehensive and inclusive program that prioritizes crucial aspects of mathematical learning such as critical thinking, real-life application, and mathematical thinking. The program is designed to cater to the diverse needs of students by immersing them in multiple aspects of the learning experience. The research-based curriculum uses best practices and strategies to provide students with a relevant, engaging, and rigorous learning experience. The program is aligned with the Common Core State Standards and Mathematical Practices and offers a range of courses, including Foundations of Algebra, Geometry, Algebra I, and Algebra II. These core courses prepare students for more advanced courses such as Statistics, PreCalculus, and Trigonometry.
The Great Oaks Charter School's science program is designed to provide students with an engaging and interactive learning experience by integrating the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as a fundamental aspect of its curriculum. The curriculum aims to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity among students. It is structured around coherent storylines that enable them to investigate and pose questions related to an anchoring phenomenon or design challenge. Through science and engineering practices, students are able to make sense of and explain the phenomena, as well as understand disciplinary core ideas (DCI) and crosscutting concepts. The program's ultimate goal is to inspire a lifelong passion for science among students and equip them with the tools required for future success. The science courses offered include Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Forensic Science, Anatomy & Physiology, Environmental Science, and Marine Science.
The Social Studies Department at Great Oaks Bridgeport is for students to learn and apply essential concepts, content, and skills of the four major disciplines in social studies—civics, economics, geography, and history. Elements of these four disciplines are found in all social studies courses so that students will better understand themselves, their country, their own culture, other individuals, and other cultures of the world. The goal of this curriculum is to prepare students for the challenges of college and careers, as well as a thorough preparation for civic life.
The English Department at Great Oaks Bridgeport strives to present all students with a challenging, engaging curriculum. Required courses offer an integrated reading and writing approach, including speaking, viewing, and listening skills and critical thinking, research, and multimedia strategies. The English Department aims to offer a broad range of courses. This will allow flexibility for students to choose a course proportional to their ability, interest, and background. At the same time, the program is structured enough, so there should be no confusion about which English course is appropriate.
We tell the truth to ourselves and others. We ensure alignment between our beliefs and our actions. We engage in honest self-reflection and do what is good, just, and true.
We tell the truth to ourselves and others. We ensure alignment between our beliefs and our actions. We engage in honest self-reflection and do what is good, just, and true.
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Tenssie V. Ramsay, Licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut for the past 7 years. Tenssie provides telehealth and in-person counseling services for our behavioral health population from her private practice, CareWings Counseling LLC., located in the downtown area of Bridgeport, CT. Tenssie has a B.S. in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix and an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Bridgeport.
Bea is a recently retired teacher of the Fairfield Public School System, having taught for 25 years at North Stratfield Elementary School, and 15 years at Fairfield Woods Middle School. In addition to classroom responsibilities, she has been a Teacher of the Gifted, Math Resource teacher and Dean of Students. Bea holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Psychology from Assumption College, a Master’s Degree in Reading from The University of Bridgeport, a 6th Year Degree in Administration and Supervision, as well as a Certificate of Advanced Study in Curriculum Design, both from Fairfield University.
Bob Carlson is a Bridgeport native and graduate of its schools. He’s owned and/or led construction, manufacturing, and development companies. Bob graduated Fairfield Prep & Lehigh University, included studies toward MBA and Law.
Tenssie V. Ramsay, Licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut for the past 7 years. Tenssie provides telehealth and in-person counseling services for our behavioral health population from her private practice, CareWings Counseling LLC., located in the downtown area of Bridgeport, CT. Tenssie has a B.S. in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix and an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Bridgeport.
Eva Y. Vega joined People’s United Bank in 2001 as a part time teller. Prior to joining People’s, she served in the capacity of a Personal Trainer at Bally’s Total Fitness. Through tireless efforts and exemplary devotion, Eva was promoted to Assistant Service Manager in 2018. It was shortly after she advanced to Branch Manager in 2019 and Branch Manager AVP in the year 2021. In addition to these professional accomplishments, Eva has been called upon to help the community in different areas and segments. Driven by her passion of providing for the community, she has worked on numerous projects and is a board member of 2 different groups in her community. She is always striving to make her surroundings better and more hospitable. In her social circles, Eva enjoys mentoring and has a natural tendency towards developing her team members. Eva currently resides in Stratford CT where she is inspired daily by her 4 children Noelia, who is 19, Malachi, who is 17, Victoria and Elijah, both 9, in addition to her niece Ivette who is 19.
Dr. Selena Morgan has worked with the Bridgeport Public Schools for seventeen years in many capacities. She is currently one of the Executive Directors of Elementary Education. Dr. Morgan supervises twelve PreK-8 schools as well as the district’s Talented and Gifted program. She hails from New York where she spent many years as a teacher, staff developer, dean, and administrator.
Corey Sneed is a financial professional licensed in the States of Connecticut, New York, Texas, Florida and Illinois. During his career in the financial services industry he has held various leadership positions and has had key contributing roles, including work on a program to help improve client relationship services. Corey has a Master’s Degree in Business Management from Albertus Magnus College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Southern Connecticut State University.
