3 West Hartford Students Up For Major Academic Award

The National Merit Scholarship program recently announced its list of semifinalists in the running for the prestigious scholarship.

West Hartford School Hosting 'Touch-A-Truck' Benefit

Proceeds from this weekend's event will benefit the elementary school's early childhood learning program.

Mother Suing Private West Hartford School After Teacher's Arrest: Lawsuit

She is the mother of a girl who was a pupil of Nicholas Ricciardi, 47, an ex-teacher at the private school facing multiple charges.

West Hartford Mother Blasts School Officials Following Son's Suicide

The 16-year-old Hall High School swim team captain took his own life in August 2024 after being disciplined for bullying.

West Hartford's School Calendar For 2025-26: What You Need To Know

The summer of 2025 is rapidly ending, with local students ready to fill the hallways for the 2025-26 school year.

Big 'Back-To-School Bash' Planned In West Hartford

This huge celebration of the start of the school year takes place Saturday, Aug. 23, with a day of food, music, fun, and free supplies.

Major Safety Upgrade Approved For West Hartford School

The West Hartford Plan and Zoning Commission said 'yes' to the project at its last meeting earlier this month.

West Hartford Students Make Dean's List At CCSU

The following students from West Hartford earned dean's list honors at Central Connecticut State University during the most recent semester.

Backpacks Sought For Hartford County Students Through July 25

A West Hartford-based organization is collecting backpack donations for pupils throughout Hartford County who need help for back-to-school.

Young West Hartford Scientist Earns National Honor

He was one of 36 middle school students in the country honored as part of the 2025 3M Young Scientist Challenge.

HS Grad From West Hartford Earns Major Scholarship

A member of the Class of 2025, he will attend a prestigious university in the South.

HS In West Hartford To Dedicate Special Mural Friday

The mural is part of a community initiative featuring local nonprofits and students in the spirit of unity and wellness.

West Hartford Schools Seek Mural Site

West Hartford Public Schools' Deaf Services is looking for a place in town to paint a mural celebrating the hard-of-hearing community.

West Hartford Pupil Shows Sustainability Prowess In State Contest

She was honored in the 2025 'eesmarts Student Contest,' in which art and creativity are meshed with sustainability awareness and education

2 West Hartford Students Earn Major National Scholarships

One attends Hall High School in West Hartford while the other attends Kingswood Oxford School in West Hartford.

USJ, Hartford Healthcare Announce Major Partnership

Students at the West Hartford-based university will have improved access to health care starting this fall.

University In West Hartford Earns Major Honor

It was recently honored as an 'Opportunity College' by a prominent national academic foundation.

High School Senior From West Hartford Earns Major Academic Award

The winner was named as part of a prestigious national scholarship program, earning a significant cash award toward college.

Scoreboard, Greenhouse Projects Approved For West Hartford Schools

The town's planning/zoning department has OK'd these projects for a local high school and a middle school.

West Hartford's Hall HS PTO To Host Fundraiser At Windsor Eatery

Proceeds from Saturday's benefit at the popular Windsor breakfast/lunch place benefit Hall HS' 'SafeGrad' project for the Class of 2025.

These West Hartford Students Are Presidential Scholar Hopefuls

The program was created in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson and it is one of the highest high school academic honors in the country.

Conard HS Safe Grad Hosting Fundraiser At Local Brew Pub

The event will take place Thursday, Feb. 27, with proceeds helping the Class of 2025 have a safe, alcohol-free graduation party.

West Hartford Music Teacher Earns Major Honor

The orchestra head of both Conard and Hall high schools was named Connecticut's music teacher of the year by a national organization.

West Hartford Resident Earns Prestigious Academic Honor

The Central Connecticut State University education professor was named a Fullbright Scholar and he will study in Spain this spring.

Council Doles Out $300K For West Hartford School System

At its last meeting, the West Hartford Town Council approved a new appropriation for school system technology/furniture upgrades.

Teens And Screens Topic Of West Hartford Mental Health Forum

The event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 21, at Bristow Middle School in West Hartford.

Trotters Sought for WeHa School's Annual 'Turkey Trot'

The fun and family-oriented 5K on Thanksgiving morning will benefit West Hartford's Webster Hill Elementary School's PTO.

New Reading School Approved In West Hartford

The West Hartford PZC approved a special permit Oct. 7 for The Book Club, which will serve area students with supplemental reading lessons.

WestConn’s Dr. Adam Brewer receives Provost’s Teaching Award

Dr. Brewer is a resident of West Hartford.

'Touch-A-Truck' To Benefit West Hartford School's Preschool

The event will take place Saturday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

9 Students In West Hartford Are National Merit Scholar Semifinalists

About 95 percent of semifinalists attain finalist standing and approximately half of the finalists will win a National Merit Scholarships.

West Hartford School Refurb Requires Temporary Building Addition

The West Hartford Plan and Zoning Commission last week approved a temporary special permit for a building addition to one of its schools.

Teacher Spotlight: Sajan-Woodward Makes A Difference In West Hartford

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

Teacher Spotlight: Lehrer Makes A Difference In West Hartford

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

West Hartford's School Calendar For 2024-25: Key Dates To Know

The summer of 2024 is rapidly ending, with local students ready to fill the hallways for the 2024-25 school year.

Teacher Spotlight: Paulus Makes A Difference In West Hartford

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

Free Book Bags Available In West Hartford Sunday

Concerned Parents of Color of West Hartford is hosting its annual back-to-school distribution event at West Hartford Town Hall.

West Hartford Teacher Is 'Is Exceptionally Supportive Of Her Students'

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

USJ Announces Three New Trustees To Its Board

Two West Hartford residents and a Farmington resident are now on the West Hartford university's main decision-making board.

USJ Physician Assistant Students All Pass Major Licensing Exam

Officials with the West Hartford university said it has achieved a 100-percent pass rate for a key certification exam for PA students.