SEN. ANWAR WELCOMES $650,256 IN SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT FOR ELLINGTON, SOUTH WINDSOR
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Joe O’Leary | Joe.OLeary@cga.ct.gov | 508-479-4969
August 17, 2026
SEN. ANWAR WELCOMES $650,256 IN SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT FOR ELLINGTON, SOUTH WINDSOR
Today, State Senator Saud Anwar (D-South Windsor) welcomed the state’s announcement of $650,256 in state grants supporting special education programming in Ellington and South Windsor. Ellington will receive $163,448 for programming support and $185,568 for capital improvements, while South Windsor will receive $301,240 for programming.
The funds were released through the High-Quality Special Education Incentive Grant Program, created through Senate Democrats’ flagship educational legislation in 2025. They are intended to help local and regional boards of education with in-district or regional special education services that reduce reliance on out-of-district placements.
“Special education is a vital need in communities statewide, but it’s putting increased pressure on school and town finances. This funding will deliver much-needed support for our local schools just as classes start,” said Sen. Anwar. “I’m grateful for local support from Governor Lamont and state leaders.”
Ellington and South Windsor’s programming grants can be used in ways including developing new learning and independence programs for students with significant disabilities, establishing new support programs or expanding inclusive co-teaching classrooms. Ellington’s capital improvement funding can support new construction, renovation of existing spaces or development of new facilities.
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