New Haven Interdistrict Magnet Schools

306 Circular Avenue, Hamden, CT 06514 MAP
203-946-8121

Grades: 9th – 12th grade
School Hours: 7:55 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Principal: John Russell
Enrollment: 200 students
Website: www.hydenewhaven.com

Open House Dates

Friday, January 15, 2010: 9am
Thursday, January 28, 2010: 5pm
Thursday, February 4, 2010: 9am

Hyde Leadership School is the only “character first” school in the New Haven area. Hyde offers a college preparatory program which includes honors classes, independent study opportunities at area colleges, SAT preparation, and college advisement. Hyde works to instill the five values of courage, curiosity, integrity, character and leadership into its students.

Hyde differs significantly from traditional high schools in three ways:

First, Hyde enrolls families rather than students, forging partnerships with parents and guardians to bridge the gap between home and school.

Second, at Hyde there is an innovative approach to discipline that holds students responsible for their actions and helps students address nonproductive attitudes and behaviors.

Third, each student participates in a five-part curriculum: college preparatory academics, competitive athletics, performing arts, community service and leadership training.

Hyde is one of the smallest high schools in the state and yet its athletic program has won its share of state championships including Football, Basketball and Track and Field. At Hyde, sports are seen as a way to build character. They are a privilege that must be earned based on academics and behavior.

Hyde Leadership is a place for discovery and new challenges that helps to bring each student’s gifts to the surface. Hyde graduates are prepared for college and careers with a sense of who they are, what they want, and the confidence to pursue their dreams.

Additional School Features:

• College Advisement
• Independent Study at area Colleges
• CIAC Interscholastic Athletic Program

After school enrichment programs including:

• CAPT Preparation
• SAT Preparation
• Mentoring programs at area Elementary Schools
• Community service opportunities

Hyde’s Education Partners

• West Woods School – Big Buddy Mentoring Program
• Quinnipiac University
• Southern Connecticut State University
• Yale University

What our students are saying...

Hyde is a great learning environment and a great community of staff, students, and teachers. I feel that Hyde will help students develop their character in various ways and will teach them how to step up and take on a roll that they would not normally take on. - Matthew, Grade 12