Darien High School Ranked Among CT's Best For 2027, New Analysis Shows

Niche analyzed 93,000 public schools, 30,000 private schools and 11,000 school districts nationwide.

Darien School Board To Review Student Assessment Results, Budget Transfers, And More

Here's a preview of the upcoming Darien Board of Education meeting.

Darien Seniors Named 'Commended Students' In 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program

The students were presented letters of commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic promise.

7 Darien Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

From over 16,000 nationwide semifinalists, more than 15,000 are expected to advance to the finalist level.

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.

Darien School Board To Get Enrollment, Facilities Updates Ahead Of New School Year

Here's a preview of the final Board of Education meeting before the new school year begins on Wednesday.

Darien Superintendent Gives Update On School Facilities

Darien Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Eric Byrne recently issued a welcome back letter to the Darien school community.

Darien High School Ranked Among Top 5 In CT: U.S. News & World Report

Darien High School has once again earned high marks from U.S. News & World Report.

Back To School: Darien 2026-27 School Calendar

The first day of school in Darien is rapidly approaching.

New Canaan Country School Announces 2026–27 Admission Event Schedule

From Sept. 1 - Jan. 15, prospective families are invited to attend the school's in-person and virtual admission events.

Darien High School Students Earn Statewide Recognition For Music Leadership And Service

The annual recognition honors Tri-M chapters that demonstrate leadership, service, advocacy and a commitment to music education.

Darien Students Honored For College Commitments In Visual And Performing Arts

Darien Public Schools recently held its second annual Arts Commitment Ceremony.

Darien BOE To Review Future School Calendars At Upcoming Meeting

Here's a preview of the Darien Board of Education's upcoming meeting.

Darien School Board Committee To Review Middlesex Middle School Specs

Darien school officials will review Middlesex Middle School educational specifications on Thursday.

Darien Students Have Strong Showing At Statewide Coding Competition

Members of the Darien High School Programming Club recently participated in CodeQuest, a statewide coding competition.

Darien Youth Board Raises $5K for New Scholarship Fund

The Darien Community Association's Youth Leadership Board raised $5,000 in its first year to support Darien High School students.

Decision Made On Classes At Darien Public Schools For March 3

A wintry mix is expected to move into the area Tuesday.

Darien Residents Among UConn In-State December Graduates

Local students were among hundreds who graduated from the University of Connecticut in December following the fall 2025 term.

Details Announced For Darien High School Theatre 308's Upcoming Production

The show will bring a thrilling, high-energy production packed with magic, adventure and humor, Darien Public Schools says.

After Arrest Of Teacher, Darien Public Schools To Review Hiring Policies, Advocate For State Legislation

A Darien High School math teacher was arrested on Jan. 30 and charged with risk of injury to a child. Here's how the district is responding.

Decision Made On Classes At Darien Public Schools For Feb. 24

A powerful winter storm ripped through the region Sunday into Monday, bringing over a foot of snow across Connecticut.

Darien Students Selected As 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar Candidates

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program recognizes and honors some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors.

Darien Public Schools To Close Monday, Feb. 23

Staff professional development was scheduled for Monday in Darien Public Schools.

Darien Residents Named To Dean's List At Quinnipiac University

Students from Darien were named to the Dean's List for the 2025 fall semester at Quinnipiac University.

Darien Students Earn Top Honors From Prestigious Art Awards Program

Several students were recognized by one of the nation’s most prestigious programs honoring student achievement in the visual arts.

2-Hour Delayed Opening Announced For Darien Public Schools

Connecticut is still digging out following the major winter storm that barreled through the region over the weekend.

Decision Made On Monday Classes At Darien Public Schools

Heavy snow is impacting the region Sunday into Monday.

Darien Public Schools Launch 'Byrne’s Book Club' With Community Discussion At Local Library

The book club aims to bring parents and families together for community discussion.

$130.6 Million Budget Proposed For Darien Public Schools

The proposed FY27 budget represents a 3.88 percent increase over the approved FY26 spending plan.

Darien High School Students Chosen For 2026 Western Region Music Festival

The honors event brings together high school musicians from across Western Connecticut.

Several Students From Darien Named To UConn's Fall Semester Dean's List

Here are the students from Darien who were named to the fall 2025 Dean's List at UConn.

Darien Superintendent To Present Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

The proposed budget represents a 3.88 percent increase over the approved FY26 spending plan.

Brand New Auditorium Could Be Part Of $89.9 Million Plan For Darien's Middlesex Middle School

Middlesex Middle School was built in 1925 and is in generally good condition, but several building systems are aging out.

Permanent Superintendent Appointed In Darien Public Schools

The Board of Education unanimously voted to appoint a permanent superintendent Tuesday night.

2-Hour Delay In Effect At Darien Elementary School: Superintendent

This is the second time this week a Darien school has opened under a two-hour delay due to a power outage.

Darien's Elementary Schools Among Top 100 In CT, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

The overall report includes about 47,000 public elementary schools ranked at the state and district levels.

Power Restored At Darien High School, 2-Hour Delay Still In Effect: Interim Superintendent

An update on the cause of the power outage was issued Monday morning by Interim Superintendent of Darien Public Schools Dr. Eric Byrne.

Here's What The Darien School Community Wants To See In The Next Superintendent

The school board approved the specifications and qualities that the school community wants to see in the next superintendent.

Darien Schools Named 3rd Best District In Connecticut: Here's Why

Niche provided a letter grade to every school district in Connecticut. See what grade Darien received in the new 2026 rankings.

22 Darien High School Seniors Named 'Commended Students' In 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program

The students were presented letters of commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic promise.

Here’s What Colleges Want, Now That They Don’t Want Your Test Scores.

With the shift away from SAT/ACT scores, colleges are looking for compelling essays that make a memorable impression, yet few of them do.