Bridgeport Public Schools And CT State Housatonic To Open Centralized Registration Center

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport Public Schools is partnering with CT State Housatonic to open a Central Registration Center aimed at simplifying student enrollment and expanding access to district services, officials announced.

The center, expected to open before the 2025–26 school year, will be located on the CT State Housatonic campus at 900 Lafayette Boulevard. The initiative is intended to serve as a central hub for families registering students in the district, offering help with enrollment, student placement, health and transportation referrals, and access to district services.

District officials say the center will also coordinate with departments such as Special Education, Multilingual Learners, and Homeless Services to provide comprehensive support from the outset of a student’s enrollment.

"This new center represents a long-term investment in both our students and our community," said Dr. Royce Avery, Interim Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools, in a statement. "Since stepping into this role, I’ve focused on building stronger systems of support for our families. Partnering with CT State Housatonic allows us to offer a reliable, accessible space where families can get the guidance and resources, they need to confidently begin their journey with Bridgeport Public Schools."

The project is being supported in part by community partners, including the Rotary Club of Bridgeport, which contributed funding. Organizers say the collaboration reflects a shared focus on increasing equity and improving access to educational resources in the city.

"This is about meeting our families where they are," said Dr. Patricia Benson, CEO of CT State Housatonic. "Working together, we’re building something that belongs to the people of Bridgeport—a space where they can get real support, connect to resources, and begin their child’s educational journey with confidence."

District officials say the center is part of a broader strategy to improve family engagement and operational efficiency within Bridgeport Public Schools.