Public School Enrollment Dropped By 37,000 This Year, State Says

The number of students recorded as exiting their districts for home-schooling this year is about nine times the 802 logged last year.

MA Schools, Districts Report 652 New Coronavirus Cases

Over 200 districts and schools reported cases to the state from Nov. 12 to Nov. 18.

COVID-19 Testing Coming To 134 School Districts: Patch PM

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COVID-19 Testing Coming To 134 School Districts

Phase 1 of the program will begin in early December in 134 school districts, charter schools, and special education collaboratives.

‘The Queen’s Gambit’ Delivers Emotional Thrills Despite Plot Issues

“The Queen’s Gambit” banks on the hope that its audience will find long stretches of chess as thrilling as any “Fast & Furious."

A Day In The Life Of Jeffrey Nutting

A spry 65-year-old in a plaid button down, Nutting has worked in local government for over four decades.

MA Schools, Districts Report 252 New Coronavirus Cases

Over 100 school districts reported at least one coronavirus case from Oct. 22 to Oct. 28.

Right To Repair Given The Go, But Ranked Choice Sees Defeat From Massachusetts Voters

Massachusetts voters said no to ballot question two, resisting a statewide transition to ranked choice voting.

A Is For Abortion, Amy Coney Barrett And America (OPINION)

​Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation has raised questions over the future of abortion access in this country instead.

2020 Election And Census Hold Keys To Redistricting Process

Most of the attention during the 2020 election season has gone to the presidential race and some key senate and house races.

MA Schools, Districts Report 286 New Coronavirus Cases

Over 100 schools and school districts reported at least one coronavirus case from Oct. 22 to Oct. 28.

State Sustains Pressure On Districts To Have Kids In Classrooms

Officials said even high-risk communities should be learning in-person unless there is evidence of transmission in the schools.

AOC Streams Among Us On Twitch To Encourage Voting This November

The stream, which lasted around three and a half hours, saw the congresswoman play 10 sessions of the game.

With Her Song ‘Mirrorball,’ Taylor Swift Explores Her Vulnerability Fully For The First Time

Taylor Swift created an empire based on self-reinvention.

MA Schools, Districts Report 202 New Coronavirus Cases

Over 100 schools and districts reported at least one coronavirus case from Oct. 5 to Oct. 11.

Boston School Committee Chair Resigns After Mocking Names

Michael Loconto was heard making a remark following the reading of some Asian names ahead of those people speaking in public comment.

'It’s Shameful': Parents Of Special Needs Students In Disbelief Over Remote Learning

Boston's decision to go fully remote amid rising coronavirus rates has some parents in shock.

Boston Students Won't Be Back Until COVID Numbers Start Improving

Students will remain in remote learning until there are two weeks of falling infection rates, the city said.

MA Schools Aren't Coronavirus Superspreaders: Commissioner

Commissioner Jeffrey Riley said many new COVID-19 cases are coming from colleges and nursing homes, not local schools.

Boston Delays Next Phase Of In-Person Learning Until October 29

The district announced that the start of Phase 3 of in-person learning for students in Pre-K – Grade 3 will be delayed at least a week.

Judge Denies Boston Teachers The Option To Teach Remotely

The teachers’ union filed for an injunction after Mayor Marty Walsh paused the next phase of in-person learning.

'Devastating And Terrifying': Families Of Special Needs Students Fear Boston Will Cancel In-Person Learning

Parents of Boston Public Schools students have whiplash over the back-and-forth plans of their kids’ education.

Boston Teachers Union Seeks Injunction To Stop In-Person Learning

The union argues that in-person work is now optional for teachers because of the infection rate.

Boston Halting School Reopening Plan Amid Coronavirus Spike

Boston recorded a positive test rate over 4 percent for the first time since June.

'Highly Problematic': 20 Underage BU Students Face Suspension For Outdoor Beer Party

BU police broke up the party in the area known as “the grotto” at about 1 a.m. Sunday.

Superintendent Miffed After Parents Bring Kids To Party: Patch PM

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MA One Of The Safest States To Reopen School: Report

The overall risk of COVID-19 infections is low in Massachusetts, WalletHub found. The state also has a low student-to-school nurse ratio.

'Concerned' School Committee Member Resigns Mid-Meeting: Patch PM

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Patch Survey: Parents Feel Their Students Are Safe In School

An informal Patch survey shows more confidence in the state's safety guidelines than in measures local officials are taking.

Mayor Joined Graduation Of 10 Emergency Medical Technician At Boston EMS

This academy class responded to nearly 1,400 9-1-1 calls during their training.

Massachusetts School Reopening: Take The Patch Survey

Whether your district is going in person or remote, the 2020-21 school year is a big adjustment for both parents and students.

State Leans On School Districts To Get Back In Class

The state education commissioner is now asking 16 districts to lay out plans for when they will bring students back into the classrooms.

Student, Parents Charged After Party Forces Remote Start: PatchPM

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Bus Drivers Ask For More Covid Precautions After Reports Of Positive Cases At Bus Yard

“We have to be able to be protected,” said Andre Francois, president of the School Bus Drivers Union.

Northeastern Reverses Course On Tuition For Dismissed Students

The university will credit the $26,760 fall tuition to the spring semester for the students caught partying in a hotel-turned-dorm room.

Town's 1 Coronavirus Case Forces School To Full Remote: Patch PM

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HardKore Athletic Performance brings Zybek to High School Teams

Zybek Sports is the Official Timinig System of the NFL and Olympics and is now available for high school and college athletes.

Michelle Wu Announces Candidacy For Boston Mayor

The city councilor confirmed what has been rumored for a long time — and leaked by Boston Mayor Marty Walsh.

MA Should Move $500M In School Funding To Poorer Districts: Study

A report recommends reallocating $500 million in education funding that currently goes to the wealthiest 20 percent of school districts.

14 MA Schools Ranked Among 2021’s Best Colleges: U.S. News

New rankings from U.S. News & World Report evaluate colleges based on factors such as academic excellence and graduation rates.