Sawyer Meets Chinese Educators Delegation at the Capitol

HARTFORD — State Rep. Pamela Sawyer (R-55) on Jan. 25 accompanied a delegation of Chinese educators on a tour of the Capitol complex in Hartford. Sawyer represents Bolton in the state legislature, and the town’s school district is in the second go-around of an exchange program with Shandong Province – home to the great philosopher Confucius. The program is conducted through the Connecticut Principals’ Center of the Connecticut Association of Schools and the Connecticut State Department of Education. Its goal is to build partnerships between school administrators, promote mutual intercultural understanding and create opportunities for professional development. Bolton has expanded the program further by exploring educational programs and opportunities to share information with residents about Chinese history, culture and lifestyle. In April, Bolton will send a contingent of educators and residents to China.