enhancing student-to-student and teacher-tostudent engagement, leveraging the dedication of long-term staff members who see the potential in every student. “Over the next 18 months, we aim to grow that opportunity spectrum for the kids,” Proto adds. Dr. DiBacco shares his vision for the district. “We are expanding our efforts globally,” he states. “We hope to get certified to accept international students and facilitate exchanges where our students and teachers can go to other countries.” This initiative aims to broaden students’ horizons and invigorate them with a renewed sense of purpose and ambition. “When our students come back, they have a renewed energy because they see what else is out there,” he explains. Another forward-thinking initiative involves preparing students for technological shifts. “We’re looking into bringing electric engines into our schools,” Dr. DiBacco shares. As the world moves towards electric vehicles, having students who can work on electric motors will be a significant advantage. Moreover, Dr. DiBacco aims to introduce more civicminded tracks, including a law track to educate 331 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 08 ANSONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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