Darien Assistant Superintendent Of Curriculum To Leave District

Dr. Christopher Tranberg will leave Darien after three years as assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction.

Middlesex Students Perform In Western Region Middle School Festival

The festival featured some of the best middle school musicians in Western Connecticut. It was held at Wilton High School earlier this month.

YMCA, Darien Board Of Education Facilities Agreement Up For Renewal

The agreement must be renewed no later than April 30, 2023.

Extra, Extra "Newsies" Performed On New Canaan Country School Stage

Due to an expected snowstorm, the 7th - 9th graders performed the musical three times in one day, Feb. 27.

Darien Schools Closed Feb. 28 Due To Snow

Tuesday will mark the first snow day of the school year in Darien.

Darien School Board To Receive Update On Library Renovation Plans

Tuesday's Darien Board of Education meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.

Darien School Board Approves $114.5M Budget For FY24

The Darien Board of Finance will now work through the spending plan before the Representative Town Meeting votes this spring.

3 Darien Seniors Are Candidates For U.S. Presidential Scholars Program

The program was established in 1964 to recognize and honor some of the country's most distinguished graduating high school seniors.

Darien BOE To Receive Update On Hindley, Holmes, Royle Projects

The board could approve the final plans and project manual as prepared for bidding.

Senator Murphy Honors New Canaan Country School Student for MLK Essay

Darien sixth-grader's essay selected from about 2,000 entries submitted by elementary, middle, and high school students from across Conn.

Darien High School Students Connect To Black History Through Music

Students in 11th grade American history and 9th-12th ensemble music students attended a performance by The Blues and Beyond last week.

Revised Darien School Budget Features $1.2M In Cuts

Parents and faculty spoke at last week's school board meeting and expressed concerns about what the cuts will mean for students and staff.​

Darien RTM Approves New Teacher Contract

The new contract increases teacher salaries, and will run from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026.

Darien School Board Receives Update On Safety & Security Program

Leon Krolikowski, the district's newly-hired director of security, gave an update to the Darien Board of Education this week.

$1.26M Technology Upgrade Recommended For Darien HS Auditorium

The director of facilities said current equipment in the auditorium is "antiquated, partially inoperable and in need of replacement."

Experience St. Luke’s Middle School

Join the MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPERIENCE on January 25 from 9:15-11:00am at St. Luke's School, 377 N. Wilton Rd., New Canaan.

Darien Public Schools Music Department To Host Special Concert

About 300 students from the school district's third through fifth grade strings program will attend a concert by the Dalí​ Quartet.

Special Darien Board Of Education Meeting Scheduled For Jan. 17

The school district is in the process of crafting a budget for fiscal year 2024.

Darien School Board Receives Update On Hindley, Holmes, Royle Projects

The Darien Board of Education on Tuesday unanimously approved design development documents and budget estimates associated with the plans.

Darien Superintendent Of Schools Presents Proposed FY24 Budget

The proposed spending plan weighs in at $116,068,266, which represents a $5.4 million or 4.94 percent increase above the current budget.

Furry Relief for St. Luke's Seniors Awaiting College Decisions

Hefty the golden retriever brings calm and cuddles

Darien Public Schools Hiring For 43 Jobs: See Full List

Here's a look at all of the available jobs in Darien Public Schools and how to apply for them.

Darien School Board Looks To Craft Policy On Challenging Materials

The Darien Board of Education last week voted to come up with a formal policy outlining how the community can challenge classroom materials.

Darien Schools Hires New Canaan Police Chief As Director Of Security

The Darien Board of Education also voted to appoint a director of mental health for the school district.

Challenged Picture Book Is Appropriate, Says Darien Public Schools

Some parents raised questions about the picture book "Julián is a Mermaid." The school district said it will remain in circulation.

Darien Public Schools Hiring for 38 Jobs: See Full List

Check out all the jobs available and how to apply for them.

New Contract Raises Teacher Salaries In Darien

The new contract, which was approved by the Darien Board of Education last week, will run from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026.

Darien Public Schools Hiring For 41 Jobs: See List

Here's a look at all of the available jobs and how to apply for them.

St.Luke's School & Inspirica Celebrate 10-Year Anniversary

$25K Raised for One Step Closer to Home

Darien Schools Looks Towards The Future In Addressing Mental Health

Superintendent of Darien Public Schools Dr. Alan Addley gave an update on mental health and wellness at Tuesday's Board of Ed. meeting.

New Canaan Country Students Participate in the Democratic Process

Nearly 25 candidates vied to fill 9 positions of leadership during the Upper School’s (Grades 7-9) student government.

Darien School Board Approves Funds For Armed Security Officers

The board also approved a director of security, and funds for door security upgrades in the district.

St. Luke’s Open Houses: Learn How Your Child Can Prepare to Thrive

We invite you to join us on Sunday, October 23, for our Open House.

Darien High School Among CT's Best: Niche

See where Darien High School placed in Niche's latest rankings.

Darien Public Schools To Hire Director Of Mental Health

The board voted on Tuesday night to hire the director, who will coordinate mental health efforts throughout the school district.

Eighth-Grader Collects and Donates 6,000 Books to Horizons

New Canaan Country School student Michael Bria delivered 6,000 books at free book fair Sept. 24 as part of an Eagle Scout Project.

Darien Public Schools Hiring For 41 Jobs: See Full List

Here is a look at all of the available jobs and how to apply for them.

Darien Board Of Education To Consider School Security Enhancements

The school board is scheduled to discuss a plan that would add School Security Officers and a director of security to Darien Public Schools.

St. Luke's Students are National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Two seniors, Daniel Gall of Norwalk and Jack Sullivan of Wilton, will compete for a national scholarship.

Darien Theater Students To Hit The Big Stage In Stamford On Sept. 24

Five students from Darien High School's Theatre 308 program will perform at a gala celebration at Stamford's Palace Theatre.