At New Sandy Hook School, Students Will be Greeted with Hugs, Nature and Safety (PHOTOS)

First Selectman Pat Llodra said each detail was designed with children in mind, from the subtle curves of the halls to nature throughout.

Manufacturing Information Sessions Offered at Naugatuck Valley Community College

Naugatuck Valley Community College serves students of Bethel, Brookfield, Danbury, Newtown, Monroe and surrounding towns

New Sandy Hook Elementary School Unveiled Today

The new $50 million Sandy Hook School building was being built by Consigli Construction Co., Inc. and designed by Svigals + Partners.

Sandy Hook School PTA and Families Thank Monroe as They Begin 'Transition Home'

The PTA said Town of Monroe and officials gave families and staff 'the time, space and strength to begin the healing process together.'

Newtown Among CT’s Top 100 School Districts for College Readiness

Niche ranks the top 100 school districts nationwide and in Connecticut for preparing students for college. How did Newtown do?

Newtown Elementary Schools Rank High for Best Teachers in CT

The report ranks the top 100 elementary schools with the best teachers in CT. Did your child’s school make the list?

Newtown Student Graduates From Lehigh University

Kelley Gaston was a member of Lehigh University's 2016 graduating class.

Newtown Student Graduates from Lasell College

Jennifer McDonald of Newtown was among those honored at the school's 2016 Commencement.

Newtown BOE Curriculum and Instruction Subcommittee Meets This Thursday

The Board of Education Curriculum and Instruction Subcommittee will meet this Thursday, May 26.

Keene State Announces the 2016 Spring Dean's List

Three Newtown students earned a place on the college's Dean's List.

Newtown Resident Graduates Cum Laude from Keene State College

Shaun Mangold graduated from the college on Saturday, May 7.

Champlain College Graduates Class of 2016

Three Newtown students were among those receiving degrees at the May 14 Commencement.

Newtown Student Participates in Game Studio Senior Show at Champlain

Alex Woloszynski of Newtown participated in the 2016 Game Studio Senior Show at Champlain College April 29.

ECSU Congratulates the Undergraduate Class of 2016

Newtown students were among those receiving diplomas at Eastern Connecticut State University's 126th Commencement cermony.

Champlain College Graduates Class of 2016

Three Newtown students received degrees from Champlain College at the May 14 Commencement.

Newtown Student Graduates from Emerson College

Nicholas Deblasio graduated with a BA from Boston's Emerson College.

Newtown Native Graduates From Colby-Sawyer College

Sarah McMahon of Newtown graduated from Colby-Sawyer College on Saturday, May 7.

Newtown Native Named to Dean's List at Colby-Sawyer College

Colby-Sawyer College has named Sarah McMahon of Newtown to the Dean's List for academic achievement.

Newtown Resident Inducted into Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society

Erica Benoit majors in sport and leisure management.

Newtown Student Among 2016 National Merit Scholarship Recipients

Matthew A. Ingwersen of Newtown High School is among 2,500 students to win the prestigious scholarship.

Lyndon State Seniors Recognized for Academic Achievements

Seniors were recognized Thursday, May 5 for their achievements within their degree programs.

Newtown Native Inducted Into Honor Society at University of Scranton

Dena Riccio of Newtown was inducted into the Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society at Scranton.

Newtown Students Present Research Posters at CREATE Conference

Austin Cirella and Christopher Otero presented their works on gun control and vaccination at Eastern's CREATE conference.

Newtown Native Inducted into Business Honor Society

Justin DeVellis of Newtown has been inducted into Delta Mu Delta, the national honor society for business administration.

Newtown Teachers: Check Out These Freebies for Teacher Appreciation Week!

May 2 - 7 is Teacher Appreciation Week and many area retailers are offering freebies and deals on food, clothing, books and more.

Sandy Hook Resident Named to Sacred Heart Academy High Honor Roll

Catherine Herrick earned high honors for the school's third marking period, as announced Monday, May 2.

199+ Newtown Area Public Schools Job Openings

Newtown Public Schools has several job openings available and there are dozens more openings in surrounding towns. Check them out on Patch!

Newtown Resident Initiated into Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Newtown resident Alexander Roche was initiated at James Madison University.

Newtown High School Detailed in Latest U.S. News Report

U.S. News & World Report released new public high school rankings this week. Find out how Newtown did.

Dance Mob Scheduled at Newtown High School

The community is invited to attend the National Dance Week celebration Dance Mob event April 24.

Newtown Odyssey of the Mind Team is Raising Funds to go to the World Competition

The team won first place in their division at the state competition and is now asking for financial help for their next competition.

See Inside New Sandy Hook Elementary School

The new state-of-the-art school is set to open in the fall of 2016 on Dickinson Drive in Sandy Hook.

14 Job Openings in Newtown Public Schools

Whether you are certified, non-certified, searching for a support staff or an administrative position, Newtown Patch has you covered.

Weather Impacts Newtown Public School Schedule for Monday

Newtown Public School officials have made a change to Monday's school schedule due to the snow.

Newtown School Ranked Among CT's Best Group of Teachers in 2016

The folks at reviews site Niche.com have come out with a ranking of which public high schools in the state have the best teachers.

Newtown School Ranked Among CT's Best Group of Teachers in 2016

The folks at reviews site Niche.com have come out with a ranking of which public high schools in the state have the best teachers.

Fairy Tale Breakfast Hosted by Newtown HS Drama

Children may dress in costume to have breakfast with fairy tale characters.

Newtown High School Students Travel to NYC

The students were treated to a final dress rehearsal of an opera at the Met!

Newtown Schools Announce Schedule Change for Tuesday

Weather is impacting the schedule.

Newtown Bully Reporting App Goes Live

The app allows anonymous reporting of bullying and other issues.