The administration, faculty and staff of J.M. Wright Technical High School believe that each of our students is unique and capable of achieving his or her highest potential. We believe in the importance of creating a safe and supportive learning environment for students. Our mission is to provide a dual comprehensive program of expert instruction in both a specific trade technology and core academic subjects.

We hold our students to high standards so that they can achieve their personal best. We strive to endow our students with the skills to become critical thinkers and productive citizens. We believe the success of J.M. Wright Technical High School is strengthened and advanced through cooperative relationships with business, industry, alumni and the local community of Stamford.

The mission of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System is to provide a world-class, unique and rigorous learning environment for high school students and adult learners that:

  • Ensures both student academic success and career technical education mastery, as well as promotes enthusiasm for lifelong learning.
  • Prepares students for post-secondary education, including apprenticeships and immediate productive employment.
  • Engages regional, state, national and international employers and industries in a vibrant collaboration to respond to current, emerging and changing global workforce needs and expectations.
  • Pursues and participates in global partnerships that provide CTECS students with international exposure and experience.