Jason Foster is a visionary education leader in New London, CT, dedicated to creating equitable, engaging, and high-performing learning environments where every student thrives. With over 15 years of experience spanning teaching, administration, and district-wide initiatives, Jason’s leadership emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact.

Core Professional Vision

1. Empowering Student Growth & Equity: Jason believes every student deserves access to rigorous, culturally responsive, and joyful learning. He champions equity-focused strategies that remove barriers to achievement, ensuring each learner is seen, celebrated, and supported.

2. Cultivating Teacher Excellence: Great schools depend on strong teams. Jason Foster mentors educators, leads professional learning communities, and develops instructional coaching programs that empower teachers to deliver high-impact instruction.

3. Fostering Positive School Culture: He prioritizes strong relationships, student voice, staff wellness, and community connections, creating schools that are safe, inclusive, and dynamic.

4. Leveraging Data & Systems: Jason utilizes data-driven insights to guide decisions across attendance, behavior, and learning outcomes. He integrates smart systems to maximize classroom time and educational impact.

Key Achievements

1. Elevated Student Outcomes: Implemented targeted literacy and math interventions, closing achievement gaps and boosting student confidence and engagement.

2. Advanced Equity Practices: Led district-wide initiatives in culturally responsive curriculum, restorative justice, and equity audits, fostering respectful and empowering classroom cultures.

3. Empowered Educators: Launched successful instructional coaching pilots, mentoring early-career teachers and encouraging leadership development.

4. Optimized Operations: Introduced data-driven staffing and scheduling models, enhancing classroom consistency and student support.

5. Strengthened Community Engagement: Built strong partnerships with local organizations, families, and civic leaders, hosting workshops on student well-being, career planning, and postsecondary success.

Leadership Philosophy

Jason Foster leads with collaboration, transparency, humility, and a growth mindset. He emphasizes strategic, pragmatic solutions and prioritizes student-centered outcomes in every initiative. His approach balances high expectations with supportive guidance, ensuring both staff and students can excel.

Commitment as Principal

As Principal, Jason focuses on:

1. Driving instructional excellence through embedded professional development and best practices.

2. Ensuring equity and access in every policy, schedule, and initiative.

3. Strengthening school culture through authentic presence, classroom engagement, and active community participation.

Why New London Matters

Jason Foster is proud to serve New London, a community rich in culture and diversity. He celebrates the unique strengths of every student and family while building pathways to educational excellence where learners succeed and feel valued.

Connect with Jason Foster

Jason welcomes collaboration with educators, leaders, and organizations interested in student-centered innovation, high-performing school systems, and equitable learning opportunities. Together, he aims to build brighter futures for all students in New London.