notes that the school system is likely one of the largest employers in the region, meaning nearly every family has a connection to the district through work, alumni ties, or community involvement. This cohesiveness allows the district to remain a central, unifying presence even as families live miles apart. Virtual learning remains available when necessary, but Bearss sees a consistent desire for in-person instruction. “Our kids want to be with our teachers in our schools,” he says. The relationships students build—both with educators and each other—are a defining part of the Yale experience. TECHNOLOGY WITH PURPOSE Technology at Yale is adopted with careful intention. Junior High School Principal Adam Nelson emphasizes that teachers, not tools, remain at the core of the learning experience.“We use technology to enhance instruction, not replace it,” he says. Teachers blend videos, multimedia resources, and collaborative platforms to create dynamic lessons, while students 415 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 12 YALE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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