Stamford Public Schools Unveils New Welcome Center

STAMFORD, CT — Stamford Public Schools held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday to commemorate the grand opening of the school district's new welcome center.

SPS Superintendent Dr. Tamu Lucero and Mayor Caroline Simmons were joined by elected officials, community leaders and families to mark the celebration.

The center is located inside Cloonan Middle School and will serve as a central hub for services such as school registration, health assistance, language screening, parent workshops, and community resources.

The mission of the welcome center is to "engage all families in our diverse school system by serving as an inclusive gateway providing essential services and fostering a community through a collaborative partnership where every family feels welcomed, connected, supported, and empowered to navigate the educational journey," the school district said in a news release.

Various speakers at the ribbon-cutting ceremony emphasized that the center's creation was only possible thanks to the dedication and hard work of the larger Stamford community and the commitment of numerous SPS staff members and community partners who continue to go above and beyond for all families.

The Welcome Center is located at 11 West North St. and is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Welcome Center entrance is located on the west side of the building (accessible via the school bus lane).