Jesse Buccolo supports the Connecticut Career Pathways Commission and postsecondary education work with CSCU. Prior to joining SIP, Jesse was the Deputy Director and Interim CEO of Norwalk ACTS, a collective impact partnership focused on improving outcomes for children and families from cradle to career. He began his career as a Teach For America corps member, teaching high school in Chicago, Washington, D.C., and New Haven, and later worked at the New York City Department of Education supporting school improvement efforts. Jesse holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from American University, a master’s degree in special education from National Louis University, and a master’s degree in education policy from Harvard University. He serves on the City Council in his hometown of Norwalk, where he lives with his wife and son.
