EAST LYME, Conn. — [November 22, 2025] — The Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents (CAPSS) is proud to announce that Jeffrey R. Newton, Superintendent of East Lyme Public Schools, has been selected as the 2026 Connecticut Superintendent of the Year.
With more than two decades of service in public education, Jeffrey Newton has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to student success, instructional excellence, and community engagement. Since 2015, he has led the East Lyme Public Schools with integrity, innovation, and a steadfast dedication to fostering both academic achievement and the social-emotional well-being of students.
“It is an honor to recognize Jeffrey Newton for his extraordinary leadership and impact on Connecticut’s students and educators,” said Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director of CAPSS. “Under his guidance, East Lyme Public Schools has become a model of collaborative leadership, continuous improvement, and student-centered learning.”