Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
Headed To Bryant-Denny For Alabama's Opener? Here's What Fans Need To Know
Here's everything you need to know before the Crimson Tide's season-opener Saturday against East Carolina.
Ryan Phillips, 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.
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
West Alabama High School Football Preview: Sept. 4, 2026
Here's a look at the games we'll be following Friday night across the Tuscaloosa Patch coverage area.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Stagg Music Boosters 46th Annual Jamboree Showcases 17 High Schools In Marching Band Competition
The Music Boosters host the 46th annual Stagg High School Jamboree marching band competition Saturday, Sept. 12.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|News|
Back-To-School Week: Even Family Pets Have Separation Anxiety, Experts Say
"Our pets are part of our family. It is important for us to consider their wellbeing and stressors on them, the same as family members."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Educator Earns One Of Nation’s Top Chemistry Teaching Honors
Maria Zeitlin was named the 2027 recipient of the James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Guilford Police Issue Safety Tips As Students Head Back To Class
Police have shared several safety tips to ensure a good start to the new school year.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
PHOTOS: West Hempstead Students Return To School
West Hempstead students returned to school Wednesday, joining their compatriots from across Long Island in bidding summer goodbye.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Des Plaines, IL|News|
District 62 Adding Middle School Soccer Through New Suburban Partnership
Seventh- and eighth-grade boys and girls will compete in separate fall and spring beginning this school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Malverne-Lynbrook, NY|News|
Lynbrook Schools Superintendent Stepping Away After 26-27 School Year
Lynbrook Public Schools will be out a superintendent next school year, as Dr. Paul Lynch submitted his retirement to the board of education.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
2025-26 CT School Test Scores Released: See How Your District Performed
Connecticut students made gains in English and math, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels. Search the results for your district.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Jamaica, NY|News|
Queens Pol To Host Annual Community Day, Back-To-School Giveaway Next Week
The event will be held at PS 38Q in Queens and be hosted by New York State Assemblywoman Alicia Hyndman.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
These NJ School Districts Pay $200K For Administrators: See What Your District Pays
See the top 20 districts for median administrator salaries along with how many administrators your district has and their median pay.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
Jersey City Schools Start Next Week: See Calendar, What's Changing
Schools start next week in Jersey City, and the superintendent had a message and calendar. See important dates.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Both Valley View High Schools Named To US News Best High School List
Romeoville HS ranks 105th in the state of Illinois and Bolingbrook HS ranks 108th.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|News|
South Brunswick Police Launch 'Operation Safe Schools' As Classes Resume
Officers will be stationed at every school daily as part of the department's back-to-school safety initiative.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
Bristol Township Prepares For New School Year
The Bristol Township schools superintendent outlined the district's goals for students going into the 2026-2027 school year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Garden City School District Welcomes New Teachers
Before the district's newest educators met their students, they met each other during orientation.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
NJ Teachers Are Facing Hefty Pay Gap Compared To Other College Grads, Study Finds
Teachers across the nation are earning nearly 25% less than workers with similar college degrees. Here are the numbers for New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Public Library Expands Access To Online Learning, Tutoring Platform
Norwalk Public Library is expanding access to an online learning and tutoring resource just in time for back-to-school season.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Deer Park Schools Kick Off New Year With ‘Make It Matter’ Focus
Superintendent James Cummings centered the district’s 2026-27 theme on instruction, safety and school culture.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Teacher Pushes For More Black History As He Embarks On His 3rd Decade In The Classroom
We asked this NJ history teacher and activist: “What lessons have YOU learned over your 30-year teaching career?” Here's what he said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Abington, PA|News|
Abington Prepares For New School Year On Tuesday
Students in the Abington School District return to classes for the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday after the Labor Day holiday.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
Bensalem Kicks Off New School Year: Photos
Students in the Bensalem Township School District returned to classes on Monday to start the 2026-2027 school year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Middletown, CT|News|
New Middletown Superintendent Of Schools Outlines 1st 100-Day Plan
The plan was presented during the district's annual educational convocation before the start of the 2026-27 school year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield University Sets September Schedule Of Lectures, Arts, Theater And Cultural Events
Museum exhibitions, film screenings, author appearances, circus performances and community programs are among the scheduled events.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Wantagh Welcomes Students Back On First Day Of School
Wantagh School District was one of the many schools on Long Island that started its academic year Wednesday.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
Council Rock, MBIT Awarded School Safety, Mental Health Grants
School safety and mental health grants are open to public school entities, including school districts, career and technical schools.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Bernards Township School Board Outlines 3 Goals, Delays Vote
Board President Jennifer White said the district's draft goals include mission review, student supports and capital planning.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
Measles Protocols Established By Pennsbury School District
With the new school year underway, Pennsbury is preparing parents for how the school district will handle any measles cases.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, NH|News|
Great Bay Community College Launches Criminal Justice Leadership Program
Students at Great Bay's Pease campus can pursue a new criminal justice leadership certificate starting this fall.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hopatcong Schools Set September Back-To-School Nights
Families can visit schools during five September programs, though one start time remains unannounced.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
Andover, MA|News|
Andover Traffic Alert: Lowell Street Work to Affect 3 School Routes
Drivers should plan extra time near three Andover schools as water main work shifts traffic on Lowell Street.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|News|
Hatboro-Horsham Kicks Off New School Year: Photos
Students in the Hatboro-Horsham School District returned on Monday. The district hired four new administrators over the summer.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Merrick, NY|News|
Baldwin School District Welcomes Over 20 New Teachers
The Baldwin School district opened its doors to new staff last week, onboarding the incoming teachers before students arrived.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Huntington, NY|News|
Elwood Names Interim Principal At James H. Boyd Intermediate School
The Greenlawn resident brings more than three decades of experience in education, including 16 years leading Northport Middle School.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Crossing Guards, Police Returning To 10 Fairfax High Schools After Safety Concerns
Fairfax County police will temporarily provide crossing support at locations while officials evaluate pedestrian safety near high schools.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Brick, NJ|News|
Speeding Crackdown Coming Around Brick Schools, Police Warn
As students return to school, Brick Township police say they will be strictly enforcing traffic laws to ensure everyone is safe.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|News|
NYC School’s AI Policy: 5 Things To Know
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a new AI policy Wednesday.
Ainsley Martinez, Patch Staff
Peabody, MA|News|
Peabody Education Foundation Opens Grant Cycle
Individual classroom grants are capped at $2,500, while school-wide requests can reach $10,000 through Dec. 31.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Middlesex, NJ|News|
Middlesex Police Urge Caution As Students Return To School
Police are reminding motorists to slow down and watch for students as Middlesex schools reopen Thursday.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
