Administration

  • Principal | 교장선생님

    Dear Families,

    It is a pleasure to greet all the families who have been supported the Korean School of Greater Hartford. My name is Mandy Sur, and I am honored to introduce myself as the new Principal as we prepare to begin the 2026–27 school year.

    I hope our school will continue to grow beyond being a place for learning the Korean language and preserving Korean identity. I envision it as a community where we can share Korean culture, connect with people from different cultural backgrounds, and broaden our understanding of one another. In my new role, I also hope to contribute to strengthening the quality of our education and expanding our communication and engagement with the broader community.

    As we look forward to the start of the new school year, I am pleased to share our academic calendar with you. The first day of classes is 9/12 and class assignments are currently underway. For families who have not yet registered, registration will remain open through our website until the start of classes. Once the initial class assignments are finalized, each homeroom teacher will reach out to registered students and families with more information about each class.

    Thank you for the trust and support you have given our school over the years. We hope you will continue to be part of our community and grow together with us in the years ahead. Your continued interest, encouragement, and support mean a great deal to us.

    If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@klcei.org or reach out to me directly by email.

    We look forward to welcoming you to another wonderful school year.

    Warmly,

    서명원 (Mandy Sur)

    Principal

    Korean School of Greater Hartford

    Email: msur@klcei.org

    Website: http://www.koreanschoolgh.org/

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    하트포드 한국학교 학생 여러분과 학부모님께,

    안녕하세요. 하트포드 한국학교의 가족 여러분들께 인사드리게 되어 기쁘게 생각합니다. 2026-27 새 학년 개강을 앞두고 새롭게 교장의 직책을 맡게된 서명원입니다.

    저희 한국학교가 한국인으로서 정체성을 이어가기 위한 언어 교육을 너머 한국의 언어와 문화를 알리고 다른 문화와 더불어 확장되어 가기를 원하며, 교육 전문성과 대내외 소통을 강화하는데 기여할 수 있도록 최선을 다하겠습니다.

    새학년 개강 소식과 더불어 학사 일정을 보내드립니다. 개강일은 9/12이며 반편성은 현재 진행중입니다. 아직까지 등록하지 못하신 분들은 개강전까지 홈페이지를 통해 등록이 가능합니다. 대략적인 반평성이 끝나는대로 등록 학생들을 대상으로 각반 담임 선생님들께서 반별 소식을 전해드릴 예정입니다.

    지금까지의 신뢰와 지원에 감사드리고 지속적으로 함께 성장할 수 있도록 관심과 애정 부탁드립니다. 궁금하신 점은 홈페이지 info@klcei.org 또는 제 이메일로 언제든 연락주실 수 있습니다.

    감사합니다.

  • Assistant Principal | 교감 선생님

  • Director of Development | 발전국장

    As Director of Development for the Korean School of Greater Hartford, JiAe is committed to strengthening the school's long-term sustainability, expanding community partnerships, and advancing opportunities for future generations to learn and experience Korean language and culture. She works closely with school leadership, families, community stakeholders, and supporters to foster strategic growth, community engagement, and resource development.

    Professionally, JiAe serves as Program Director at Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (ESI) and Smart Development Institute (SDI), where she leads program management, stakeholder engagement, business development, and strategic communications for government and nonprofit initiatives.

    Originally from South Korea, JiAe previously worked for the Korean Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC), supporting international cultural programs and public communications. She is honored to serve the Korean School of Greater Hartford and is passionate about preserving Korean heritage while building meaningful connections across the broader community.

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    손지애 발전국장은 하트포드 한국학교의 지속 가능한 성장과 발전을 위해 지역사회 협력, 자원 개발, 전략적 파트너십 구축에 힘쓰고 있습니다. 학교 리더십, 학부모, 지역사회 구성원 및 후원자들과 긴밀히 협력하며, 미래 세대가 한국어와 한국문화를 배우고 경험할 수 있는 기회를 확대하고 학교의 장기적인 성장 기반을 마련하는 데 기여하고 있습니다.

    현재 Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (ESI)와 Smart Development Institute (SDI)의 프로그램 디렉터로 재직하며 정부 및 비영리기관을 대상으로 프로그램 관리, 이해관계자 협력, 사업 개발, 전략적 커뮤니케이션 업무를 총괄하고 있습니다.

    또한 문화체육관광부 해외문화홍보원(KOCIS)과 문화방송(MBC)에서 근무하며 국제 문화교류 및 대외홍보 업무를 수행했습니다. 한국인으로서 하트포드 한국학교 발전위원장으로 봉사하게 된 것을 큰 영광으로 생각하며, 한국 문화유산의 계승과 더불어 지역사회와의 의미 있는 연결을 통해 학교의 발전에 기여하고자 합니다.

  • Director of Marketing | 마케팅국장

    Leila Dennis serves as the Director of Marketing for the Korean School of Greater Hartford, where she leads the school’s marketing, communications, and digital engagement efforts. In this role, she supports the organization’s mission by strengthening brand awareness, community outreach, and engagement across diverse audiences through strategic and thoughtful marketing initiatives.

    She holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Marketing and a Master of Business Administration (MBA), and brings professional experience in marketing strategy, content creation, and nonprofit communications. In addition to her role, she currently serves as the Head of the Social Media and Marketing Committee for Geno for the Kids, where she oversees digital content creation, promotional campaigns, and fundraising communications in support of the organization’s charitable mission. She looks forward to collaborating with school leadership, families, and the broader community to further strengthen the school’s presence and impact.

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    Leila Dennis 마케팅국장은 하트포드 한국학교의 마케팅, 커뮤니케이션 및 디지털 홍보 활동을 총괄하고 있습니다. 학교의 인지도 제고와 지역사회 outreach, 그리고 다양한 대상과의 소통 및 참여를 확대하기 위해 전략적이고 체계적인 마케팅 활동을 이끌며 학교의 사명과 비전 실현을 지원하고 있습니다.

    마케팅학 학사(Bachelor of Science in Marketing)와 경영학 석사(MBA) 학위를 보유하고 있으며, 마케팅 전략 수립, 콘텐츠 제작, 비영리기관 커뮤니케이션 분야에서 다양한 실무 경험을 쌓아왔습니다.

    또한 현재 비영리단체 Geno for the Kids의 소셜미디어 및 마케팅 위원회(Social Media and Marketing Committee) 위원장으로 활동하며, 디지털 콘텐츠 제작, 홍보 캠페인 기획 및 모금 커뮤니케이션을 총괄하고 있습니다. 앞으로도 학교 리더십, 학부모, 그리고 지역사회와 긴밀히 협력하여 하트포드 한국학교의 인지도와 영향력을 더욱 확대하는 데 기여하고자 합니다.

Our Teachers

교사진

At the Korean School of Hartford, we’re proud to have a team of dedicated and talented teachers, led by experienced faculty heads. Together, they bring passion, expertise, and cultural insight to every classroom.

Junior Leadership

Meet our incredible team of Junior Leaders - volunteer students who bring dedication, energy, and support to our teachers, our school, and our students

  • Alexander Scudder 이재민

  • William Scudder 이창현

  • Sara Devlin 강세라

  • Joshua Lim 임재윤

  • Esther Kim 김애슬

  • Joshua Kim 김재현

  • Donghyeon Kim 김재준

  • Celin Kim 김세린

  • Claire Ha 하성윤

  • Joanna Ha 하채윤

  • Jimmy Kang

  • Ye-ahn Sohn

The Board

Our Board of Directors is a dedicated group of professionals who provide vision and guidance to help our organization grow, serve the community, and make a lasting impact.

  • Board President

    Keumok is an experienced professional with a strong background in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and education. She has been teaching from preschool to college levels for two decades in Korea, Germany, and the USA, holding teaching certifications in music, special education, and other world languages endorsed by the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE). Additionally, she serves as a reviewer for a beginning teacher program run by CSDE. She holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D) from the University of New England, a master's degree from Northwestern University & the Robert Schumann Musikhochschule, and a bachelor's degree from Yonsei University. Keumok resides in Glastonbury with her husband, two kids, and two rescued dogs.

  • Board Secretary

    Kristen currently works as an engineer and has also worked as an educator. She is a graduate of Villanova University with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, a Master of Arts in Special Education from the University of St. Joseph, and a Sixth Year in Educational Leadership from Central Connecticut State University. She takes pride in her past and present work in Equity and Inclusion and has gained valuable insights through her position as the secretary of the KLCEI Board.

  • Board Co-Treasurer

    Bepsie has a Bachelor of Science from Lesley University,  a first Masters of Education from Saint Joseph University and a second Master's degree in educational administration from CCSU.  She holds a certification in elementary education, special education and Intermediate Administration or Supervision.
    She has worked over the decades as an elementary teacher, special education teacher, transitional coordinator, and, most recently, an administrator. She also served as the president of Hello! West Hartford and was a part of West Hartford’s Community Connections group. Although she recently moved to Utah, she remains committed to the Korean School of greater Hartford as the co-treasurer.

  • Board Co-Treasurer

    Sungkyun is a polymer scientist, with 20+ years of private industry experience, both in Korea and the US. He holds a BS and an MS degree in Fiber and Polymer Science from Seoul National University, as well as a PhD degree in Polymer Science and Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Since 2019, he has served as a board member, taking varying levels of responsibility over time. Leveraging his technical and financial expertise, he strives for a sustainable and transparent operation of Korean School of Greater Hartford. He feels honored to serve on the board.

  • Jungmin Song is an Assistant Professor in Residence in the Department of Dramatic Arts and a Research Associate at the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at the University of Connecticut (UConn). Originally from South Korea, she studied at Seoul Science High School and earned a Bachelor's degree in Costume and Textile from Seoul National University before moving to the United Kingdom to pursue advanced studies in theatre design and completed her Ph.D. in performance art from Roehampton University in London. Currently, she teaches contemporary theatre, performance art, Shakespeare, and puppetry and curates museum exhibitions at UConn.
    Dr. Song was the co-recipient of the Special Achievement Award in 2022 and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership Award in 2023 from UConn’s School of Fine Arts. These awards highlight her collaborative work as a researcher and her commitment to advancing DEI.

  • Jee Nah is an Executive Vice President at Kaplow Communications, a female-founded, award-winning communications and public relations agency in New York City. As the recipient of the PR News PR Professional of the Year and PR News PR Team Leader of the Year awards, she has been recognized for her leadership in the PR industry and for her work repositioning heritage lifestyle brands including Target, Fidelity Investments, Stanley, David’s Bridal and Timex.

    As a first-generation Korean American, raising biracial daughters, she is passionate about creating a welcoming space to learn about Korean language and culture for all. Jee Nah attended The University of Colorado at Boulder with degrees in English and Creative Writing. At Kaplow, she is a founding member of the agency's DEIB Taskforce.

  • Michael Bosworth has been an educator for 27 years and currently serves as the Athletic Director for both the middle and high schools in a Connecticut school district. He is passionate about building connections with students and takes pride in watching student-athletes achieve success through dedication and hard work. Outside of school, Michael enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, whom they adopted from South Korea. He’s an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoys kayaking, hiking, and biking throughout Connecticut.

  • Mark is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Army veteran who is passionate about community engagement, education, and service. 

    He holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences and a Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Through his experiences in healthcare and military service, Mark has developed a strong commitment to supporting and advocating for others. 

    As a Board Member for Korean School of Greater Hartford, he is honored to support Korean language education and help foster cultural connection and community for future generations.

Volunteers

The Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) is the heart of our school community.

Together, we celebrate and share Korean language and culture, enrich our students’ learning experiences, and create memorable events that go beyond the classroom. From sponsoring events to enhancing resources, the PTO brings parents, teachers, and staff together to make a meaningful impact. Membership is open to all families and staff—join us and help shape an engaging, supportive community for our students!

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