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Cheshire names new elementary school for Medal of Honor recipient Col. Harvey C. Barnum Jr.
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A dedication ceremony in Cheshire formalized the name Barnum Elementary School for the district's new building, honoring native son Col. Harvey C. Barnum Jr. and highlighting the school's design and planned September 2026 opening.
Cheshire on Saturday dedicated its new elementary school as Barnum Elementary School, naming the building for native son Colonel Harvey C. Barnum Jr., a Medal of Honor recipient and retired U.S. Marine.
School and town officials said the name recognizes Barnum’s military service and long record of veterans’ advocacy and mentorship, and they described the new building—designed around a farms-and-fields theme—as intended to connect students to the community. “We are excited to forever recognize an American hero and Cheshire Public Schools graduate, Colonel Harvey C. Barnum Junior, for his contributions to our country and this community,” said Dr. Jeff Solon, speaking on behalf of Cheshire Public Schools.
The dedication included remarks from the Next Generation School…
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