Stepping up for Connecticut’s youth
Three agencies embark on collective effort to improve education, employment for young people.
Three agencies embark on collective effort to improve education, employment for young people.
Ray and Barbara Dalio — billionaire philanthropists from Greenwich and the richest couple in Connecticut — pledged $100 million Friday as part of a multipart collaboration to help the state’s struggling public schools.
In a classroom filled with flashier dignitaries, it was easy to overlook Barbara Dalio. The Greenwich resident, in a casual white blouse, dark slacks and sweater, was quiet, preferring private conversations to the microphone. She likes to listen, find out what the needs are, and then help.
The national president of the country’s second-largest teacher’s union visited John Barry Elementary School Friday as part of a nationwide tour to promote public education and civic engagement.