SERC is seeking nominations of individuals, organizations, schools, or districts for the 2025 George A. Coleman Excellence in Equity Award.
SERC created this award to honor and highlight extraordinary acts of commitment and courage to ensure all Connecticut students, especially students of color and culturally and linguistically diverse students, are valued and respected in their school experience.
Award recipients will be selected based on their steadfast and unwavering action in:George A. Coleman has infused his values of equity and opportunity within all of his roles in Connecticut education.
As an administrator at the CT State Department of Education (CSDE), including two appointments as Acting Commissioner, Mr. Coleman continuously advanced the truth that all children can learn. He has refused to accept educational disparities and has made the most of his positions to advocate for the highest opportunities for all students.
Mr. Coleman has also been a critical partner with SERC in advancing an educational system that confronts the impact of racism among children of color and their families.
In addition to Acting Commissioner, Mr. Coleman’s other roles during his 24-year career at CSDE were Deputy Commissioner, Associate Commissioner, Chief of the Bureau of Curriculum and Teaching, and Chief of the Bureau of Early Childhood Education. Mr. Coleman retired from CSDE in October 2011 and from the Boards of SERC and the SERC Foundation in December 2020. He is currently a private contractor for Cooperative Educational Services in Trumbull.
Fall Hours Begin Tuesday, September 17th
Starting Tuesday, September 17th, the SERC Library will be open for browsing, pickups, and returns during the following hours:
• Tuesday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Wednesday - Friday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
At this time, there are no Saturday hours planned. But they may be available in the future. We hope to see you soon!
2024 George A. Coleman Excellence in Equity Awards from CT SERC on Vimeo.
Congratulations to this year's award winners!