Ädelbrook Behavioral and Developmental Services is proud to announce that all three of the Ädelbrook Academies have been recognized as 2026 Schools of Excellence by the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET).
This prestigious distinction is the highest level of recognition a special education school can receive from the NASET Professional Organization. This year marks the fourth consecutive award for the Cromwell campus, the third consecutive award for Manchester, and the first award for Bloomfield which opened partway through the 2024-25 school year.
Since 2008, NASET has recognized a select group of private special education programs that meet rigorous professional criteria and demonstrate exceptional commitment to the students they serve. “These schools represent the very best of what special education looks like in practice,” said NASET. “Each awardee has demonstrated that with the right environment, the right team, and an unwavering commitment to students with disabilities, extraordinary outcomes are possible.”
Ädelbrook is honored to be among the few approved private special education providers in Connecticut to receive this national recognition—not just once, but now across multiple campuses.
“This, now triple, recognition is a powerful affirmation of the strength of our educational programs,” said Alyssa Goduti, President & CEO of Ädelbrook. “We are honored to be recognized by NASET as a School of Excellence. This award is reflective of the compassionate, dedicated, and talented staff within our programs that have helped Ädelbrook become the premier agency serving individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The incredible accomplishments of our students are a testament to their determination but are also fueled by the hope, encouragement, and commitment of our amazing staff.”
The 2026 award highlights the exceptional work being done at across all three of our Academy locations, where students with autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities receive personalized, compassionate, and trauma-informed support. Our teachers provide a nurturing, therapeutic, and academically rigorous environment where students can grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
"This award celebrates the unwavering dedication, tireless commitment, and remarkable achievements of both the Manchester and Cromwell Academies in the field of Special Education. These programs reflect a deep passion for empowering every learner and creating environments where all students can thrive. We are especially thrilled to announce that this marks the fourth consecutive year Ädelbrook Academy in Cromwell has received this prestigious honor—a testament to the extraordinary efforts of their educators, staff, and entire school community,” said Dr. Dale Hoyt, Vice President for Education at Ädelbrook.
Ädelbrook Academy remains committed to fostering a collaborative environment routed in trust, compassion, safety, and expertise across all three campuses.
