Bridgeport, CT – February 13, 2025 – Bridgeport Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Bridgeport’s Hall Neighborhood House and Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation proudly announces the dedication of The Alan Wallack STEM Learning Center at Jettie S. Tisdale School to the Rosnick Family. This dedication honors the Rosnick Family’s lasting contributions to education and their unwavering support for students, helping to shape the future of Bridgeport.
The Alan Wallack STEM Learning Center, a state-of-the-art facility, is designed to inspire students in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It will provide hands-on learning experiences, cutting-edge technology, and resources that will empower students to excel and prepare for success in the 21st-century workforce.
The STEM program, which started a few years ago at Hall Neighborhood House, has now expanded to a dozen K-8 schools across the district, with the goal of reaching all 28 Bridgeport schools within the next decade.
Dr. Royce Avery, Interim Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools, expressed his gratitude to the Rosnick Family for their generosity and dedication to education. “This dedication represents the power of collaboration and the incredible impact that happens when our community comes together,” said Dr. Avery. “It is through partnerships like this one that we create lasting opportunities, equipping our students with the skills and resources they need to become future leaders.”
The City of Bridgeport, Hall Neighborhood House and Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation have been integral partners in making this vision a reality, ensuring that our students have access to high-quality STEM education. Mayor Joseph Ganim emphasized the importance of these collaborations, stating, “We are deeply grateful to the Rosnick Family for their generous support. Their commitment to education is helping to shape the future of Bridgeport, and this STEM program is vital in giving our students the tools they need to succeed.”
Additionally, none of this initiative costs taxpayers a dime. The support of generous donors and the collaboration with the City of Bridgeport, Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation and Hall Neighborhood House have made it possible to provide these vital resources to students without burdening the local taxpayer.
Alan Wallack, a longtime Bridgeport Public Schools employee, also played a critical role in the district. As a former Athletic Director and facilities worker after his retirement, Wallack was a dedicated “BPS lifer” who spent many years serving the students and community of Bridgeport.
A dedication ceremony took place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Jettie S. Tisdale School, where city officials, school district leaders, members of the Rosnick Family, and representatives from Hall Neighborhood House celebrated the Center’s impact and the community’s collective dedication to fostering student success.