ACES at Chase

ACES at Chase is located at 565 Chase Parkway in the West Side neighborhood. There are 567 students in total. The student–teacher ratio is 14: 1. Math proficiency is 27%. Reading proficiency is 44%. The gender mix is 48% female and 52% male. This school is on forty acres of peaceful, modern land and focuses on technology and new ideas. The curriculum is based on project-based and inquiry-based learning to help students get ready for jobs in STEAM fields in the future. Students do better when they are in a place that makes them think critically and solve problems in the real world. The culture on campus is forward-thinking, and students have many chances to work together on difficult technical projects. The staff is committed to giving students an education that is up-to-date with the standards of today's industries and looks to the future. The school has a professional atmosphere that makes students want to learn. Property values in this part of Waterbury are usually between $230,000 and $450,000. Parents are very happy with the new way of learning and the new technology. The academy wants to be one ofthe best middle schools in Connecticut.

ACES at Chase (now ACES Chase Academy) earned its seventh consecutive "Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School" honor for excellence in STEM education for 2025-2026. ACES at Chase was officially renamed in late 2025 to reflect its growth into a premier 6-12 secondary academy. ACES at Chase Principal Frank LaBanca was featured in a national STEM publication in January 2026 for innovative project-based learning models.

Q1. When is the first day of school for ACES at Chase?

Ans. For the 2025-2026 school year, the first day of Semester A is scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2025.

Q2. What is the last day of school at ACES at Chase?

Ans. The 2025-2026 academic year is scheduled to officially conclude for all students on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Q3. Does ACES at Chase have a student newspaper?

Ans. Yes, the school features a student-run newspaper called the Chase Express which covers various campus events and student stories.

Q4. What time does ACES at Chase open daily?

Ans. The school office is open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, during the standard academic year.

Q5. Does ACES at Chase offer summer academic programs?

Ans. The school provides designated summer reading and math assignments to help students maintain their academic skills during the break.