New Haven Public Schools Get $350K State Grant To Strengthen In-District Special Education Programming

Grant is part of $10.6M in funding under the first round of newly established High-Quality Special Education Incentive Grant Program: Gov.

New Haven Afterschool Initiative: Low Cost, Free Programming For Up To 2K, K-8 NHPS Students: Mayor

The afterschool program, $25 per week or free, serves 100 students per elementary and middle school every school day until 5:30 p.m.

It’s Open Season For Recruiting, Engagement at Southern: Employers, Community Partners, Students Connect

Registration is now open for 2026-2027 Employer Recruiting and Engagement events at Southern Connecticut State University.

Wilbur Cross Educator Named Gilder Lehrman Institute Connecticut History Teacher of the Year

Award-winning educator Brian Grindrod receives $1,000 prize, a curated collection of classroom resources, and a chance at the national title

A Parent’s Guide To After-School Activities In New Haven

From a brand partner: Explore local sports, arts, library programs, school-based care and enrichment opportunities for kids.

Arrested Teacher Transferred From Jepson To Ross/Woodward

An internal investigation by the school district cleared the teacher to return to his teaching duties; his criminal case is ongoing.

Southern CT State University, Yale New Haven Health Host Summer Nursing Symposium

40 area high school students to attend hands-on program where they'll learn about nursing careers, healthcare equity, and college readiness.

NHPS Names Catherine DiGioia Teacher of the Year and Linda Randi Paraeducator of the Year

DiGioia serves students, 4-12, with diverse learning needs. For 41 years, Randi's helped students grow academically, socially, emotionally.

1,177 New Haven Public School Students Graduate, Half Headed To College, 100+ To Voc-Tech Schools

Of straight-to-work grads, some will enter "higher-wage career pipelines" with EB, Metro-North, union trades, EMT service job offers: NHPS

Edgewood Middle School Choir Takes Home Regional Honors at Southern New England Scholastic Music Festival

Student musicians earned a prestigious Platinum Rating and secured 2nd Place regionally in the Middle School Mixed Choir category: NHPS

New Haven Scholarship Fund Awards $375,000 to 158 Students to Start College

Started in 1959 by Hillhouse High School math teacher, who raised $400 and matched it with $400 of her own, sent 8 students to Southern.

In Collaboration With SCSU, New Haven Public Schools Launches Initiative to Address Vaping and Nicotine Use

With SCSU's College of Health and Human Services, the program shares vaping and nicotine use risks and provides info on treatment resources.

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.

Southern CT State University, DeLauro Announce $2.25M Fed Funds For Emerging Workforce Development, Tech Hub

A high-tech community development center, The Hive expands access to emerging technology education, training, and innovation opportunities.

New Haven Student Named Among Winners Of National Merit Scholarship

The organization announced the winners of college-sponsored scholarships this week.

New Haven Public Schools' Student Science Fair, Among Largest in CT, Set For Thursday

'The Power of Thinking: Brain and Engineering Expo,' highlights intersection of neuroscience, engineering, innovation, and problem-solving.

Only High School Team at Yale Innovation Summit Is New Haven's Engineering & Science University Magnet School

The 7-student team spent a year designing and prototyping Sentia, an advanced wearable navigation system for the blind/visually impaired.

Southern Commencement Set, Speakers Include NHPS Superintendent, Boxing Champ, Anti-Bullying Advocate

With 2,600+ graduates, Southern CT State University is also awarding New Haven Mayor Elicker an honorary Doctor of Political Science degree.

Engineering/Science School Students Win State Championship at Connecticut History Day; Advance to Nationals

Titiladeolua Adeniran and Sahana Bhandary-Alexander to represent CT at National History Day competition at University of Maryland in June.

NHPS' Engineering and Science University Magent School Student Elected 2026–2027 CT FBLA State President

ESUMS' Sahithi Aliminate to lead the Future Business Leaders of America, the state's premier student business and technology organization.

New Haven Retired Educator Honored For Faith, Service And Lasting Impact

From a brand partner: After 27 years supporting students, Stacy is recognized for compassion, humility and dedication.

Wilbur Cross High School Teacher Brian Grindrod Wins Award for Excellence in Social Studies Education

Advocate for 'We the People,' a project-based curriculum on constitutional principles, prepares students for mock congressional hearings.

NHPS Reverses Course, Won’t Reinstate Arrested Teacher

The teacher was set to return to the classroom this week — until families and students spoke out, and the district reversed its decision.

Southern CT State University Alumna Appears On Jeopardy! Tuesday Night, On-Campus Watch Party Set

Lydia Sekscenski, Southern CT State University class of 2025, makes her national debut as a contestant on the iconic quiz show.

Wilbur Cross' Muñoz Named CT State PTA's Outstanding High School Assistant Principal

Muñoz, who administers the International Academy, was nominated by the school's PTSA, and received dozens of support letters.

Southern Hosts Program for Holocaust Remembrance Exhibit, 'Those Who Returned and Those Who Did Not'

For SCSU professor, the exhibit is "deeply personal," as the exhibit tells the WWII deportation stories of her own family and 7 others.

Southern Establishes Center for Police Social Work, Response To 'Pressing Challenges Facing Law Enforcement'

Police aren't social workers, and social workers aren't police officers. This model allows each to do what they do best, together: SCSU Prof

Discover, Learn, and Grow this Summer at Notre Dame High School

Notre Dame-West Haven is thrilled to announce its 2026 Summer Programs, kicking off on June 15 and designed for students in grades 7-12.

Albertus Magnus Awarded $900K Federal Grant for New Cybersecurity Lab

Funding secured by Congresswoman DeLauro, part of combined total of over $190M secured by CT’s delegation for 175 projects: Albertus Magnus.

Swastika, ‘Messages Of Hate’ Found In Hillhouse Bathroom

A spokesperson said the bathroom was closed immediately and an investigation was started to identify who might be responsible.

Albertus Magnus Establishes Lindy Lee Gold Women in Leadership Program

Supported by New Haven native, longtime public servant Gold, it's designed to strengthen Albertus’ 100-year tradition of empowering women.

Southern's CARE Program 1 Of Only 5 To Receive Excellence in Community-Engaged Partnerships Award

Based at SCSU’s College of Health & Human Services, CARE is a community-engaged center dedicated to advancing health equity in New Haven.

School Bus Cameras Catch 260 Violations In 10 Days

An official said 177 of the violations were issued in just one day.

New Haven Schools Team Up With General Dynamics' Electric Boat In Groton To Power Student Careers

Class to career: EB Liaison Program brings Electric Boat experts to New Haven classrooms, starting with design and advanced manufacturing.

With 'Education, Workforce Rapidly Shaped By AI,' SCSU Hosts Conference To Explore Ethics, Opportunities

Discussion includes Southern and Central CT state universities, Quinnipiac University, University of New Haven faculty leaders, researchers.

Southern Connecticut State University Names New Chief Information Officer

With degrees from Georgetown, Quinnipiac, and Fairfield universities, Tom Armstrong was CT Director of Strategy and Enterprise Architecture.

Ribbon Cut On Athletic Center Renovation

The celebration of the state-funded $8.77M renovation also marked the dedication of a new basketball court in honor of two local legends.

Southern CT State University Launches 'Suite' Of Online Cannabis Career Certificate Program Courses

The cost of SCSU cannabis certificates, earned via 8-week/16-week online courses, range from $850 to $2,200 with classes starting Jan. 13.

Southern CT State University Ranked Among Top 3 Research Colleges in Connecticut: Report

In its 2026 Best Colleges report, Research.com places Southern just behind Yale and UConn among institutions statewide.

Albertus Magnus College Receives Grant For Certified Nursing Assistant Program

Through the Good Jobs Challenge, the program is free for participants, and enrollment is underway with courses starting Jan. 12, 2026.