The Connecticut State Dept of Education is preparing to launch the Connecticut High-Dosage Tutoring Program – a new statewide program for students in grades 6 to 9 that will provide intensive tutoring in mathematics to accelerate learning and address learning loss resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading →
Jim Himes
Recent Posts
Greenwich Schools PJ Day Nearly Doubles Fundraising Goal for Children’s Cancer Research
|
US Congressman Jim Himes (D-4) stopped by the GHS student center on Pajama Day. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Schools, Eastern Middle School, Grace Darnow, Greenwich High School, Greenwich Schools, Hannon Stern, Isabella Gega
Valentines for Veterans: Congressman Himes, and Army Major Bokmeyer Visit Hamilton Ave School
|
Valentine’s Day came a bit early for the children at Hamilton Avenue School this year. They made Valentines for veterans in time for a visit on Friday from US Congressman Jim Himes, representing Connecticut’s 4th District, and US Army Major Justin Bokmeyer, whose two daughters attend the school. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Schools, Diane Chiappetta Fox, Hamilton Avenue School, Jennifer Preiss, Jim Himes, Justin Bokmeyer, Major League Soccer
A Team Effort: Officials Promote Assistance Programs in Forum on Rising Heating Costs
|
As residents anticipate record high energy costs this winter, a forum organized by First Selectman Fred Camillo on Wednesday highlighted assistance programs. A week earlier, Eversource announced that on average, a residential electric customer could see an increase of approximately 48% over their current monthly bill, or approximately $85 per month. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, American Rescue Plan Act, ARPA, Demetria Nelson, Dept of Human Services, Eversource, Fred Camillo, Jim Himes
Sept 11 Ceremony Is a Reminder of Those Lost, of Heroism and a Lesson Not to Let History Repeat
|
“There were hundreds of us together working as one unit. Nobody cared the color of your skin. Nobody cared your religion. Nobody cared if you were a Republican or Democrat. We were all Americans at that moment. It was such a unique feeling. We were attacked and we all came together.” – Joe Kelly Continue Reading →
Filed under: Holiday, American Red Cross, Cos Cob Park, Harry Arora, Jim Himes, Joe Kelly, Joseph Laucella, Kimberly Fiorello
PHOTOS: Boys & Girls Club Kids Challenge Congressman Himes to Government Quiz
|
Boys & Girls Club campers competed against US Congressman Jim Himes, who represents Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District, in lightning rounds of Quizlet’s 4th grade Government Quiz. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, Cristina Vittoria, Deelia Wadsworth, Jim Himes
Well Attended Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Massive Facelift at Armstrong Court
|
The green ribbon was small, and so were the scissors, but the crowd that gathered at Armstrong Court to celebrate Phase II of renovations to the 1950’s era housing development was substantial. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, affordable housing, Anthony Johnson, Armstrong Court, Bob Simms, CHFA, Dept of Housing
Leaders of JFS Afghan Placement Assistance Program Honored at Summer Celebration
|
The program provides housing, food, medical care, education, job placement and immigration assistance to Afghan refugees.
Program leaders were honored at an event attended by US Senator Richard Blumenthal, US Congressman Jim Himes, State Rep Steve Meskers and First Selectman Fred Camillo. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, Afghan Placement Assistance Program, Fred Camillo, Jewish Family Services, JFS, Jim Himes, Pam Liflander
PHOTOS: Independence Day Ceremony is a Reminder of the Sacrifices of Greenwich’s Patriots
|
Elected officials in attendance included US Congressman Jim Himes, Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo, Selectwoman Lauren Rabin, Selectwoman Janet Stone McGuigan, State Rep Steve Meskers (D-150), State Rep Harry Arora (R-151), State Rep Kimberly Fiorello (R-149) and State Senator Ryan Fazio (R-36). Continue Reading →
Filed under: Holiday, Bea Crumbine, Bob DeAngelo, Carl Higbie, Chief James Heavey, Christina Kampler, Despina Fassuliotis, Donna Moffly
PHOTOS: Joyful and Bipartisan Crowd Celebrates Pride in Greenwich
|
“I really want to salute Fred and Lauren for being here. This is courage. This is principle. I’m proud to call you both my friends.” – Jim Himes Continue Reading →