Warminster, PA|News|
Centennial Kicks Off 2026-2027 School Year: Photos
Students returned to classes in the Centennial School District on Monday.
Dino Ciliberti, 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.
New Milford, NJ|News|
New Milford Schools Ready To Welcome Students Back
Three ring binders and sharpened pencils are pairing up as New Milford schools welcome students back for a new year.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ|News|
Little Ferry’s School Calendar Turns A New Page
Students will ease into the new school year with three consecutive single-session days.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|News|
Worcester Schools Names New NightLife Coordinator
Jibrael N. Younis will oversee community classes and workforce development programs at Worcester Tech.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|News|
Fairfax School Board Advances Plan To Bring Full-Time AAP To Every Middle School
Fairfax's School Board voted 10-1 to begin a phased process that could bring full-time AAP programs to every middle school.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Little Silver-Oceanport, NJ|News|
Virtual Forum Sept. 15 For Little Silver School Board Election
Six people are running for three seats. Submit questions to all the candidates here.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|News|
$2M For Clinton Pierson School Project Added To State Bond Commission Agenda
State Rep. Chris Aniskovich said $2 million for Clinton’s Pierson School project is on the Sept. 8 bond agenda.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Shirley-Mastic, NY|News|
As Back To School Season Starts In Suffolk, Fire Officials Urge Drivers To Slow Down
"Back to school means more traffic, more pedestrians, and more school buses on the road."
Peggy Spellman Hoey, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Girls Volleyball, Soccer Teams Gear Up For Season With Fundraising Car Washes: PHOTOS
The Hamden High School girls volleyball and soccer teams had their fundraising car washes on the final day of summer vacation.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Lyman Hall Principal Leaving District For New Position
“Serving as principal of Lyman Hall has been one of the greatest privileges of my career,” Joseph Corso wrote in a message to families.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Towson, MD|News|
What’s New For BCPS Students As 2026-27 School Year Begins?
From structured literacy to cursive writing, BCPS students are starting the year with changes in the classroom.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Derby Police Announce New School Resource Officer
She has been with the department for 18 years, according to police.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
East Meadow, NY|News|
East Meadow School District Welcomes New Teachers
New educators took part in a 2-day program that included meeting district leaders, learning about policies and resources, and a bus tour.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
‘Our Story, Unplugged’ Brings West Hempstead School District Together
The West Hempstead School District hosted "Our Story, Unplugged" last week, bringing students and families together before a new school year
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Junior Patrick Driscoll Returns Poised To Lead Oak Lawn Spartans Boys Golf To Success
“Patrick enters his senior year on the boys golf team as one of the top golfers in the program,” OLCHS head coach Shawn Neubauer said.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Westfield, NJ|News|
First Day Of School, Key Dates For 2026-2027 School Year In Westfield
Superintendent Raymond Gonzalez said referendum work and budget pressures will shape the year ahead in Westfield.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|News|
The 10 Best Colleges In Rhode Island, According To New 2027 Ranking
The Pittsburgh-based college search and review site evaluated more than 4,000 colleges and universities nationwide.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Educators Kick Off New School Year With ‘Walking On Sunshine’
Teachers, administrators and staff gathered at Smithtown High School West for Superintendent’s Conference Day on Aug. 31.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Tri-Boro, NJ|News|
Butler Students Return To School Thursday
Classes begin Thursday with two early-dismissal days before Butler schools close Monday for Labor Day.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
Bensalem Starts New School Year With 'Uncertainty'
A Bensalem school director focuses on students as the school year starts Monday while saying that the road ahead remains unsettled.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
1st Day Of School, Full-Day Kindergarten Preparations Underway In Bridgewater-Raritan
The superintendent said full-day kindergarten and summer building work are on track before school starts.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Flooded Fields Will Force Ridgewood Sports Teams To Play Elsewhere This Fall; Meeting Set
Ridgewood's superintendent will host a virtual meeting Tuesday now that the football team and others are forced off the fields.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Goes Back To School; Town Urges Drivers To Use Caution
Farmington students returned to school Aug. 31, and town officials are reminding drivers to slow down and obey school bus laws.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Beverly, MA|News|
Endicott College To Host National Collegiate Rugby Friday Night Match
Endicott will host Smith College at 7 p.m. Sept. 25 in a nationally streamed NCR Friday Night Rugby match.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Salem, MA|News|
Salem State First-Year Students Volunteer Across 6 North Shore Communities
The university's annual Day of Service sent 165 incoming students to projects in Beverly, Salem, Peabody, Lynn, Danvers and Marblehead.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Hopatcong Trades Summer Break For School Days
The new school year begins Monday, but an early dismissal and Labor Day weekend will keep the first week short.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|News|
Princeton Back-to-School Details: Construction, Device Restrictions, Activity Fees
Superintendent Mike LaSusa detailed changes for the 2026-27 school year in an Aug. 19 letter to parents.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Farmington Valley Health Offers Back-To-School Mental Health Tips
The FVHD serves Avon, Barkhamsted, Canton, Colebrook, East Granby, Farmington, Granby, Hartland, New Hartford, and Simsbury.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Stargaze In The Meadowlands On Wednesday Nights This Fall
The NJSEA telescope is open to the public, free, on Wednesday nights. Saturn, Neptune, the moon and various galaxies will be visible.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
$900 Per Kid Back-To-School Costs Push Some Parents Deeper In Debt
Back-to-school costs are pushing some parents toward credit, side jobs, resale and even gambling as the annual school tab keeps climbing.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|News|
New School Year Starts On Monday And Tuesday In Most Of Bucks Co.
Back-to-school bells will be ringing in a new year this week in schools throughout the county.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
Students Enjoy 'Best First Day Ever' As They Return To School In New Canaan: Superintendent
Students across town officially returned to New Canaan Public Schools for the first day of classes this week.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
West Windsor, NJ|News|
West Windsor-Plainsboro Backpacks Come Out For Wednesday’s First Day
Students return for three days before Labor Day, with in-person back-to-school nights beginning Wednesday.
Dani Sepe, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield School Zone Speed Cameras To Resume 20-Mph Enforcement
Automated enforcement returns next week during student arrival and dismissal periods, with citations possible for violations.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
More Newark Charter Students Are Speaking 2 Languages–And Succeeding In The Classroom, Data Shows
The number of “multilingual learners” has been rapidly growing in Newark’s charter schools.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Berkeley, CA|News|
'Pinnacle Of Student Housing': New Apartments Open Near UC Berkeley
The space was designed to "create opportunities for students to connect, grow, and thrive," a development company official said.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Back To School: Canton PD Reminds Motorists Of School Bus Safety
Canton police are reminding drivers to stop for school buses as students return, warning that a first offense carries a $475 fine.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|News|
East Brunswick Schools Moving High School Graduation To New Venue
The district cited cost savings and new parking fees at CURE Arena in Trenton as reasons for the switch.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
IMA Patients Donated More Than 4,000 School Supplies
All donations were delivered to Ocean Avenue School in Middletown and Meadowbrook School in Eatontown.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
When To Stop For A School Bus: Know The Law In Massachusetts
Knowing stop arm laws — and following them — can reduce the number of kids killed or injured.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
