Catholic School Receives $1M Dollar Donation

The gift could go toward expanding the school's academic programs.

The SS. Cyril and Methodius School in Hartford has received one million dollars from an anonymous donor, according to a release from the school.

"When I received the news from the Archbishop, it was like we hit the lottery," said Principal Joy Chlus.

"This is a once in a lifetime windfall, and we need to give thoughtful consideration to how to spend the donation wisely," said Chlus.

According to the release, the same anonymous donor contributed two million dollars to St. Augustine School in March of 2011.

Since then, the school has enhanced its Spanish and music programs, expanded its after school activities, made repairs to its classrooms and playground and has seen its enrollment double.

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