5 Places In Essex-Chester-Deep River To Have A Back-To-School Dinner

These family-friendly restaurants are sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike!

Essex Preschool Teacher Is 'Dedicated And Caring'

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

5 Things To Do In Essex-Chester-Deep River Before Back-To-School

Make new memories, spend time as a family and check out all that our community has to offer before the end of summer.

'Remarkable, Dedicated': Essex, Deep River, Chester Teacher Spotlight

Austen Ahern was nominated as he is "committed to reaching every student no matter their aptitude, behavior or background."

Back To School: Chester, Deep River & Essex 2023-24 School Calendar

Parents in the Region 4 School District can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Middlesex Community College Earns Gold Ranking From Military Friendly® Schools

The college has been recognized at different levels every year since 2011—earning gold previously in 2019.

Middlesex Students Learn From Life-Sized Synthetic Cadaver Models

“Dave will be used in my forensic science class during our unit on autopsies starting this spring,” said Rist-Brown.

Middlesex Community College Community Update For February 2022

Congratulations to students Nate Botting, Maia Carpentino, and Talia Hincks, for serving as the college's Spring 2022 legislative interns.

Middlesex Community College Announces Fall 2021 Dean's List

Middlesex Community College recognized 353 students who were named to the dean’s list for the fall 2021 semester.

Deep River Students Named to WCSU Fall 2021 Dean’s List

Congratulations to the these students on their achievement.

Middlesex Community College Spring Classes Begin On January 21

Middlesex Community College will begin the Spring 2022 semester on Friday, January 21, in person as originally scheduled.

Middlesex Community College Begins In-Person Spring Semester On January 21

Middlesex Community College will begin the Spring 2022 semester on Friday, January 21, in person as originally scheduled.

Superintendent Brian White Sends A Letter On Jan. 1 About Covid

More communication to come in the following days about school and the Covid-19 surge.

Middlesex Community College Publishes Update For December 2021

The MxCC Foundation established a scholarship to recognize student Miguel Jurado who passed away in a car accident last month.

Essex Elementary School Has Another Positive Covid Case 12/16

Three out of the past four days EES has notified parents that positive cases of Covid-19 are impacting the school, staff and students.

Positive Case Of Covid Effects 9 Essex Elementary School Students

Third notice this week of positive Covid-19 cases at Essex Elementary School.

It's Happening Again; Covid Cases Are Ramping Up In Region 4

Four different Covid-19 positive notices have gone out to parents of students in Region 4 Schools in the last two days (12/13 and 12/14).

Chester Elementary School Is Looking For A Kindergarten Count

Is your son or daughter entering kindergarten next year?

Last Chance To Get Middlesex Community College Foundation Red Moon Raffle Tickets

Each $50 ticket gets you a chance to win $5,000 in cash, a 43″ Vizio Smart TV with Samsung sound bar.

Fifty Thousand Dollars In Grants!

The Essex Elementary School Foundation Announces $50,000 in grants.

Essex-Chester-Deep River Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how FAFSA applications changed for Essex-Chester-Deep River area high schools.

Middlesex Community College Happy Thanksgiving

To continue the giving spirit of the Red Moon Fest, consider purchasing a raffle ticket to help fund scholarships and more for students.

Gene Haas Foundation Donates $12,000 In Scholarship Award For Middlesex Community College Advanced Manufacturing Students

Middlesex Community College is honored to be the recipient of a 2021 Gene Haas Foundation student scholarship award.

Valley Regional High School High Honors and Honor Role

Congratulations to all the students who achieved high honors and honors this quarter!

Middlesex Community College Foundation Recognizes Key Donors At Annual Meeting

“There’s nothing more important than children getting an education. They are the future of the country,” said Jane Eriksen.

Clean Out Your Closets And Donate To The Chester PTO

It's time for the Chester Elementary School PTO - Fall Clothing Fundraiser on November 18, at the school!

Math; A Passport To Learning And Fun

Essex Elementary School students spent part of their summer traveling around town with their Math passports.

Middlesex Community College Welcomed U.S. Secretary Of Education To Announce Google Partnership

The Google Career Certificates have a track record of helping people rapidly skill and obtain in-demand jobs.

Middlesex Community College Welcomes United States Secretary Of Education To Announce Google Partnership

The Google Career Certificates have a track record of helping people rapidly skill and obtain in-demand jobs.

Early Dismissal At VRHS Due To Power Outage!

The storm is taking a toll on the area, causing power outages and fallen trees.

Fencing At Valley Regional High School

Did you know that VRHS has a fencing team?

The Day The Musical Came Back To VRHS

This year the combined musical program of VRHS and JWMS will be Disney's, "The Little Mermaid."

Valley Regional High School Ranks 44th In The State

According to US News Best High School Rankings, Valley Regional High School ranks 44th in the state out of 212 high schools in CT.

Commended Students In The 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program

Five Valley Regional High School students have been commended by the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Boo Someone Today And Support Valley Safe Grad!

Hurry, October 21 is the last day to order a Boo Basket from Valley Safe Grad!

VRHS Students Compete in Prestigious Yale Mock Trial Competition

Students from VRHS's Mock Trial Team represented Connecticut in the prestigious Yale Bulldog Mock Trial competition.

Middlesex Community College: October 2021

You can still participate with a chance to win valuable prizes. Just purchase raffle tickets at $50 each.

Essex Elementary School PTO Sneaker Fundraiser

It's that time of year again. Time for the EES PTO semi-annual sneaker fundraiser this weekend!

VRHS Senior Parking Lot Explodes With Color and Good Vibes!

As part of a Safe Grad fundraiser, seniors at Valley Regional High School spent the morning spray painting their parking places.

Middlesex Community College: Middlesex Community College Foundation Celebrates Festive Red Moon Fundraiser

“We’re thrilled to have the support of our community to accomplish our goals and help our students succeed".