White Plains CitizeNetReporter - Connors’ Goal: “Maximize” education of every student

WPCNR Morning Sun. By John F. Bailey. April 18, 2002 9:00 AM EDT: Timothy Connors, Superintendent of Schools of Danbury, Connecticut, told WPCNR today that his success in raising Danbury test scores was based on not so much teaching to the test, but on maximizing the education of every student.

Returning our call, Mr. Connors told us about how he felt about his coming to White Plains.

Mr. Connors said he had “a great job” in Danbury, but the opportunity to come to White Plains with its resources and unique community was one he was looking forward to. When asked when he would be finalizing matters, Connors said he would be meeting with the Board of Education next Tuesday, but did not elaborate on whether he would sign a contract at that time.

The Maximizer

WPCNR got in one quick question. It was the right one. We asked about his secret about raising test scores in Danbury, for which he has been credited.

Connors said White Plains is scoring above the New York State average, and there is “room for improvement,” as he put it. Connors then cut to the chase: obviously his style.

He said that “if you work to maximize the potential of every student, it’s been my experience that the test scores will take care of themselves.”

Connors impressed WPCNR with a rational, deep, mellow delivery, that was earnest and energized, a non-stop, compelling manner of speech, vibrant with an eagerness that cut to the heart of a matter.

Mr. Connors told us he is going on vacation with his wife over the weekend, prior to introducing himself to the people of White Plains next Tuesday.

The public will have an opportunity to meet the “Superintendent-Select” at a reception at Education House, Tuesday, April 23, at 8 PM.


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