New York City, NY|Sponsored|
New York Student Excels In The Classroom, On The Lacrosse Field
From a brand partner: Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to spotlight standout students of all ages, from pre-K through graduate studies.
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Celebrating local students and spotlighting how they make our community special.
Anne Arundel, MD|Sponsored|
Millersville Student Balances Academic Success With Community Service
From a brand partner: Known for helping classmates, Paxton also supports charitable causes and creates care packages for those in need.
Wallingford, CT|Sponsored|
Wallingford Valedictorian Earns EMT Certification, FAA Drone License
The student balanced academics, service and leadership on her way to becoming valedictorian.
Montclair, NJ|News|
Montclair HS Rowers Nail Down National Championship Wins
“Our athletes have shown extraordinary commitment, resilience, and competitive maturity all season long.”
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Rockville High School's Top Seniors Keep Up Tradition Of Honoring Special Teachers, Mentors
It's the school system's way of honoring the Top 10 students and an inspirational teacher, mentor or coach.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
High School Seniors Graduate From YNHH Center for EMS' Emergency Medical Technician Program
For a full school year, these seniors balanced classes, homework, their lives with intense, rigorous demands of EMT training.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Rockville High School Class of 2026 Commencement: What Was Said
Speeches at the RHS Class of 2026 graduation ceremony were colorful and inspirational.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Rockville High School Class Of 2026 Graduates In Style
Meet the RHS Class of 2026.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
1st Recipient Of Fox Family Scholarship Announced In Stratford
The fully endowed scholarship provides support for Stratford students attending UConn and is awarded based on both merit and financial need.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Shelton-Derby Students Named To State University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Shelton and Derby students were named to the spring 2026 dean's list, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Naugatuck Students Named To State University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Naugatuck students were named to the spring 2026 dean's list, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull Students Named To State University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Trumbull students were named to the spring 2026 dean's list, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
New Canaan Student Named To State University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A New Canaan student was named to the spring 2026 dean's list, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Students Named To State University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Norwalk students were named to the spring 2026 dean's list, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|News|
South Brunswick Student Awarded For Academic, Athletic Excellence & Community Service
The Dr. Richard J. Zinsmeister Memorial Award is given out annually to South Brunswick High School students.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
West Haven Residents Named To Dean’s List At Quinnipiac University
Students from West Haven were named to the Dean's List for the 2026 spring semester at Quinnipiac University.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Wallingford Residents Named To Dean’s List At Quinnipiac University
Students from Wallingford were named to the Dean's List for the 2026 spring semester at Quinnipiac University.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hackettstown, NJ|News|
Hackettstown High Fishing Club Reels In A Day At The State Fish Hatchery
Students partnered with Unified classmates to tour the hatchery, learn from staff and fish the grow ponds.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Manchester High Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian For Class If 2026
Close friends who have shared academic and extracurricular pursuits throughout high school earned the top two academic rankings.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Columbia, MD|News|
Student Member Of The Board Takes The Helm
The newly elected student member of the board for the Howard County Public School System will be serving during the 2026-2027 school year.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|News|
Student, 15, Spearheads Efforts To Tackle Substance Abuse, Mental Health Issues, With Hamptons Event
"I have seen the devastation of substance misuse and other serious mental health issues in my community."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Morganville Students Win College-Sponsored Merit Scholarships
The students will be awarded between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
Holmdel Student Wins College-Sponsored Merit Scholarship
The student will be awarded between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
$216K Raised By Harford Co. Students For American Heart Association
Nearly 3,900 students registered for the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|News|
13 New Members To Join Metuchen High School Hall Of Fame
The inductees will be celebrated during a fall reception and ceremony and introduced at one of the high school's October football games.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
5 Deerfield Area Students Named To Spring 2026 Dean’s Lists
Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2025-26 school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Verona-Cedar Grove, NJ|News|
Youth Volunteers Make Holiday Food Delivery To Verona Police Officers
The well-received donation was as part of an effort to support local first responders and reduce food waste.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Danvers, MA|News|
Danvers Schools Wins State Award, $3K Student Scholarship
The state school business group recognized Danvers Public Schools and Pamela Crum at its annual institute in Falmouth.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark School District Honors 508 High-Achieving Seniors With Academic Awards
More than 500 members of the Class of 2026 earned grade point averages of 3.5 or higher.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Stonington-Mystic, CT|News|
Mystic Student Named To College's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A Mystic student was named to the state university's spring 2026 Dean's List, according to the school.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Colts Neck High School Student Recognized By State Board Of Education
Blake Robinovitz is among 11 students recognized across New Jersey for their community service, heroism and academic achievement.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Manchester, NH|News|
Manchester Central Senior Wins 2026 Brodsky Prize For Student Journalism
Catherine Tenn received the $5,000 first-place award, while Noel Beauchaine of Stephens placed 2nd and Jahrie Houle of Oyster River was 3rd.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
Buffalo Grove Students Earn Honors At Milwaukee School Of Engineering
Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2025-26 school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Shelton-Derby Students Named To University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Shelton and Derby students were named to the spring 2026 Dean's List, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Arlington Heights Students Earn Honors At Milwaukee School Of Engineering
Part of Patch’s ongoing College Credits series highlighting local student achievements during the 2025-26 school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Naugatuck Students Named To University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Naugatuck students were named to the spring 2026 Dean's List, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull Students Named To University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Trumbull students were named to the spring 2026 Dean's List, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
New Canaan Students Named To University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of New Canaan students were named to the spring 2026 Dean's List, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Students Named To University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
A number of Norwalk students were named to the spring 2026 Dean's List, according to the school.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Young West Hartford Pupil Earns Statewide Award In Energy Education
The local fifth-grader earned second place in Connecticut's 21st annual eesmarts Student Contest.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
