Bridgeport, CT|News|
Student From Bridgeport School Named Among 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
More than 16,000 high school seniors will compete for about 6,700 scholarships worth approximately $24 million.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Back To School
Back to school marks the annual return of students and educators to the classroom, signifying the end of summer break and the beginning of a new academic year.
Madison, CT|News|
2 Students From Daniel Hand HS Named Among 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
More than 16,000 high school seniors will compete for about 6,700 scholarships worth approximately $24 million.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Garden City Students Head Back To School For New Year Of Learning
Students returned Sept. 1 for the 2026-2027 school year as the district welcomes new and enhanced spaces.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
4 Students From Fairfield Schools Named Among 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
More than 16,000 high school seniors will compete for about 6,700 scholarships worth approximately $24 million.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
13 Students From Westport Schools Named Among 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
More than 16,000 high school seniors will compete for about 6,700 scholarships worth approximately $24 million.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Ridge Cross Country Starts Strong At Oak Ridge Invitational
The Ridge cross-country team puts out promising results at the first meet of the season.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
Matawan-Aberdeen School Board Race Virtual Forum
The public can submit questions in advance.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
West Windsor, NJ|News|
West Windsor Police Launch Adopt A Bus Enforcement Program
Officers in marked and unmarked vehicles will follow school buses on random routes to catch traffic violations.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
More Than 200 Colleges, Universities, Trade Schools, And Military Organizations Coming To Temecula
The 18th Annual College and Vocational Fair is geared toward high school and college students, and adults exploring new career pathways.
Toni McAllister, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Saint James Cross-Country Teams Start Season Strong At Cherokee Challenge
Saint James girls defended their Cherokee Challenge title, while the boys opened with a third-place finish.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Loudoun County School District Bans E-Bike Use On School Property
Loudoun County Public Schools has banned the operation of e-bikes and other motorized vehicles on school property.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Schools Name New Alternative HS Director
The veteran local educator has been named director of Karen Smith Academy, the district's alternative high school.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Lawrenceville, NJ|News|
Rider Wrestling Coach Takes On Deputy Athletic Director Role
Associate head coach Nic Bedelyon will lead the wrestling program in John Hangey's absence.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Abington, PA|News|
Penn State Abington, Arcadia University Start New Year
The two college campuses, located in Abington Township, welcomed students for the new 2026-2027 school year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
2025-26 CT School Test Scores Released: See How Guilford Students Performed
Connecticut students made gains in English and math, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels. See how Guilford students performed.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Naugatuck Resident Named New Coach Of SCSU Swimming & Diving Program
The new coach succeeds legendary Southern Connecticut State University coach Tim Quill, who died suddenly earlier this year.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Stafford-Willington, CT|News|
State Releases 2025-26 Smarter Balanced Test Scores — See How Stafford Students Scored
Connecticut education officials have released the 2025-26 Smarter Balanced Test scores.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
How Did Brookfield Students Score On State Tests? See 2025-26 Results
New state test results show how Brookfield students performed in English and math. See the scores and how they compare statewide.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
Alabama Makes Easy Work Of East Carolina To Win Season Opener
The Crimson Tide put up big numbers against the visiting Pirates to open the 2026 season.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
West Alabama High School Football Scoreboard: Sept. 4, 2026
Here's a look at the games we were following Friday night.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Hall of Fame Lacrosse Coach Named New Salem High Athletic Director
Michael Daly won national women's lacrosse titles as a Stonehill College coach in 2003 and 2005.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Back To School In Glen Rock, Ridgewood: See Calendar And What's New
See the Glen Rock and Ridgewood school calendars and holidays off for the new year.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Sacred Heart University Launches Construction Management Bachelor's Program
Students at the Fairfield-based school can pursue a new undergraduate program covering project safety, estimating, scheduling and more.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Major Street Changes Underway Before Hoboken Students Return To School: City
Hoboken is making crosswalks and school zones visible before school starts next week, including pruning trees.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Deer Park Students Return For 2026-27 School Year
Students from pre-K through 12th grade returned to classrooms across the district on Sept. 3.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|Neighbor News|
South Lakes Defense Dominates Robinson In 30-7 Victory
South Lakes forced three turnovers and rushed for 281 yards in a 30-7 win over Robinson as Nick Picarelli set a school record.
Long Beach, NY|News|
PHOTOS: Long Beach Welcomes Students Back To School For 2026-27 School Year
Students across Long Island went back to school this week, and among the schools reopening was Long Beach.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
Bellmore Students Head Back To School
Reinhard Early Childhood Center students returned to classes on Sep. 1, 2026.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Massapequa Students Return To School
Massapequa students returned to school this week, bringing an end to their summer vacations.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Pittsburgh, PA|News|
Pittsburgh School Celebrates Opening Of New $400K Schoolyard
Students, parents and public officials were on hand at a Pittsburgh schoolyard Friday for the debut of a new schoolyard.
Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Wyckoff, NJ|News|
Wyckoff Schools Open Next Week: See Calendar, Important Dates
Schools start next week in Wyckoff. What changes should students expect?
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Madison's Neck River Elementary School Project Receives $2.17M Tax Credit
Building committee members reviewed remaining school work, an Eversource rebate and other matters this week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Public School Students Eligible For Free Breakfasts: Superintendent
Funding for the breakfasts for all Connecticut public school students is being provided by the state.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken School Enrollment Rises As Classes Start Next Week: See Calendar
Schools start next week in Hoboken, with enrollment growing districtwide.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Connetquot Students Head Back To School For 2026-27 Year
Connetquot students returned to classrooms Sept. 3, reconnecting with friends and teachers as the new school year got underway.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Freehold, NJ|News|
'Boro Back-To-School Bash' Returns To Freehold For 2nd Year
The annual event aims to unite families for a day focused on connection, celebration and preparing students for a successful school year.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Roslyn Students Head Back To School After $250K Sports Complex Grant
The newly completed complex features a multipurpose turf field, 7 tennis courts, upgraded athletic facilities, and more.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
2025-26 CT School Test Scores Released: See How Darien Students Performed
Connecticut students made gains in English and math, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels. See how Darien students performed.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Hackettstown, NJ|News|
Former Boston Red Sox Pitcher To Coach Warren Co. University's Baseball Team
The pitcher has coached for other schools after his pro career with the Boston Red Sox, the Kansas City Royals, and other teams.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
West Orange, NJ|News|
West Orange School Board Candidate Profile: Larry Weintraub
West Orange voters will head to the polls this November for a board of education election.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
