Vision

Mohegan Elementary School establishes the foundation for a lifelong love of learning, and encourages the development of responsible, contributing members of society. Partnerships are encouraged between and among children, families, teachers, staff and the community at large. The school community demonstrates respect and appreciation for all.

Mission

In order to achieve this vision, the school community will:

Provide a safe and nurturing environment

Assist students in achieving their highest learning potential

Promote experiences which ensure the development of exemplary character

Foster collaborative relationships with the extended school community

Ensure the provision of an extensive and responsive curriculum based on state and national standards

Meet the needs of a diverse population

MOHEGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL'S HISTORY

Mohegan Elementary School is located in the "Mohegan" or Uncasville section of the Town of Montville. Mohegan is a name attributed to the northeastern corner of Montville. The City of Norwich forms Montville's northern border. Montville is also bordered by the Town of Salem to the west, the Thames River to the east, and by the towns of Waterford and East Lyme to the south.

The Mohegan section of Montville was settled by the Mohegan-Pequot Indians. Members of this tribe migrated to Connecticut from upstate New York in the 17th century. The Mohegan-Pequots settled in Eastern Connecticut just before the colonists. Many of the Mohegan descendants continue to reside in this area of the community and have received their primary education at Mohegan Elementary School. The tribal descendants received federal recognition and have reestablished their reservation on 255 acres in Mohegan where they operate the Mohegan Sun casino.

Mohegan Elementary School was opened in 1959 as a K-8 grade school for students who occupied the lands that had formerly comprised the Mohegan Reservation and its immediate surrounding area. The school was expanded in 1966 to accommodate the growth of the community. Mohegan Elementary School became a K-6 grade school in 1963. With the opening of Tyl Middle School in 1992, Mohegan then became a K-5 grade school. Present enrollment is approximately 340 students.

Principal: William G. Klinefelter wklinefelter@montvilleschools.org

CSDE School of Distinction 2017, 2018

Principal William Klinefelter

Office email: MoheganOffice2@montvilleschools.org

SCHOOL HOURS

Grades K - 5:  8:45am to 3:20pm
The earliest a student can be dropped off is at 8:30am.  

Half Days & Early Dismissal

Grades K - 5: Dismissal at 12:25pm
Lunch will be served on half days

Two Hour Delay

Grades K - 5: 10:45am
The earliest a student can be dropped off is at 10:30am.