In Testimony, Mayor Urged CT Legislature To Increase K-12 Ed Funding

Elicker advocated an update to CT's 2013 Education Cost Sharing formula to "ensure more adequate, equitable funding based on student needs."

NHPS Parent Advanced For School Board

The Board of Alders Aldermanic Affairs Committee unanimously voted to advance the candidate’s appointment to the New Haven Board of Ed.

At Cross, Repairs List Goes On

“It is difficult to concentrate on the lesson when water is dripping into a large garbage can in the middle of the room,” a teacher said.

Wreaths Across America Convoy Welcomed At Hillhouse High School

Hillhouse High School was a stop for the annual Wreaths Across America convoy headed to Arlington National Cemetery.

New Trees Grow In East Rock For Beloved English Language Teacher

Polio Place at East Rock School is a just-planted cluster of trees in memory of cherished teacher, Norine Ann Polio, who died in September.

Southern CT University: Application Fee Waived For HS Seniors Nov.1-15

For 2 weeks, SCSU is waiving the fee to apply in an effort to "eliminate financial barriers and support accessibility to higher education."

Schools Seek More Security Staff

The number of security guards in city public schools is down 44 percent in more than a decade.

Teacher, Children Struck At East Rock Intersection

Two adults and three children were hospitalized after being struck by a car while on a walk near the school.

Metro Teacher Earns Top State Honor

A teacher at Metropolitan Business Academy in New Haven has been named Connecticut’s 2025 Teacher of the Year.

New Haven Schools To Go Cell Phone-Free Beginning 2025: Mayor, Supt.

Elementary, middle schools' cell phone ban starts January 2025, goal to get cell phones out of high schoolers hands in fall 2025 semester.

City, Schools Launch BioCity Lab For HS Students To Study College STEM

In BioLab STEM courses for high schoolers will be taught by Southern CT State University faculty and soon, CT Community College-Gateway.

$15M Federal Grant Expands 3 New Haven Magnet Schools' Programming

Betsy Ross Arts Magnet, Hill Career High School, and Metropolitan Business Academy will see more magnet courses, expanded career pathways.

19 New Haven Students Among National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

The New Haven students are among more than 16,000 semifinalists in the 70th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

New Haven Students’ Proficiency Scores Continue Gradual Improvement

New Haven Public Schools release data from state Education Board showing that English Language Arts growth exceeds pre-pandemic levels.

Meet New Haven Public Schools' Teacher Of The Year Julia Miller

A Metropolitan Business Academy social studies teacher in the Academy of Law, Leadership & Political Science, she's a NHPS parent and alum.

Teachers Prepped For More Multilingual Students

A multilingual learners-focused workshop was held for over 100 new-to-New Haven educators during a three-day orientation last week.

Classroom Prep Spotlights Building Decay

“It’s disgraceful for any teacher and student,” one teacher said of the conditions that included mold on walls, broken floor tiles, and more

Albertus Magnus College: State's First LPN to BSN Program

the new program will expand nursing career opportunities to help address the state’s urgent need for more qualified nurses

Jury Sides With Teacher, Orders City To Pay $1.1M

A teacher was awarded $1.1 million in damages by a federal jury that found the school’s principal defamed and retaliated against her.

History Teacher At Wilbur Cross HS In New Haven Had 'Profound Impact'

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

New Haven Teacher And Coach Is 'Incredibly Hardworking'

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

New Haven Art Teacher 'Brings An Endless Supply Of Sunshine'

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

New Haven Teacher 'Helps Students Who Want To Choose A Military Path'

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

This New Haven Teacher Is 'Very On Top Of Vverything'

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

New Haven Phys Ed Teacher 'Has Gone Above And Beyond'

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

Albertus Magnus College, New Haven Promise Expand Program

New Haven Promise alumni will be able to obtain a degree through Albertus’ Professional and Graduate Studies Division.

School Posted Photos, Blocked Parent

A parent found that the school posted photos featuring her child on social media even though she had told the district not to do so.

STEM Business Administration Doctorate Program at Southern Launched

Southern CT State University's STEM Doctorate in Business Administration is the only one currently offered in the state university system.

Shout-Out For The 'Perfect Attendance 8' From Ross Woodward School

As chronic student absenteeism is an issue in New Haven and across the nation, these eight young students showed up every day for 180 days.

New Haven Public Schools Registration Starts July 1 For 'New' Families

Families new to New Haven may visit the NHPS Office of School Choice & Enrollment to register their school-age child for '24-'25 school year

Schools Superintendent Eyes 61 Layoffs

“We’re up for some challenging times,” New Haven Superintendent of Schools Madeline Negrón said during a recent BOE committee meeting.

New Haven Scholarship Fund Awards $260K In College Scholarships Sunday

The New Haven Scholarship Fund was founded in 1959 by Jean Paton Lovell, a mathematics teacher at Hillhouse High School.

New Haven Student Named National Merit Scholarship Winner

The National Merit Scholarship Corp. announced more than 2,900 winners of scholarships financed by colleges and universities.

Yale Names New President

She will become the first (official) female president in Yale’s history.

Soar! Building, Flying Tetrahedron Kite Is Pupil Math, Science Lesson

The history of aviation is tied to the late 19th century Bell invention, as built and flown (fun part!) by East Rock Community Magnet kids.

Teachers, Students Rally For Schools Budget Bump

The Board of Alders is set to take a final vote on next fiscal year’s budget on Tuesday.

Notre Dame High School, West Haven - To Destroy 2014 Records

Records from 2014 to be destroyed August 1, 2024

Mayor, Superintendent Visit Schools' 2024 Science Fair Judging

A public viewing of the science projects by New Haven students is set for Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Floyd Little Athletic Center. ​​

New Haven Schools' Supt. Part Of White House's Every Day Counts Summit

Dr. Madeline Negrón and Chief of Youth, Family, & Community Engagement Gemma Joseph Lumpkin to attend absenteeism, student engagement event.

Schools Seek White/Suburban Students

Three schools in New Haven do not currently comply with one or both of two state “desegregation” requirements.