Springfield Is NJ's 71st Best District, New Ranking Says

A new ranking of New Jersey's best school districts has been released, and Springfield comes in 71st.

Who's Running In The Springfield School Board Election?

Here's a look at who is running for a seat on the Springfield School Board for the 2018 election.

Springfield School Calendar 2018-19: First Day Of School

When's the first day of school in Springfield? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Springfield Schools To Get More State Aid Than Promised

More than 200 school districts got less than what Governor Murphy said they would.

Honor Your Springfield HS Grad: Submit Photos, Plans To Patch

Family, friends, teachers: want to honor your graduate? Submit their photo and post-graduation plans to have them featured on Patch.

Here's How Springfield Schools Ranked For Bullying And Violence

The state Department of Education's recently released its list of violence, weapons, drug use, and bullying for the 2016-17 school year.

Increase In Drug, Alcohol Cases At Springfield Schools Last Year

There were 4 drug- and alcohol-related cases reported in the Springfield School district last year.

Springfield Schools Have Delayed Opening

The Springfield Public Schools have a 90 minute delayed opening Thursday.

Springfield Schools Will Close Wednesday

Breaking: Springfield Public Schools have changed their status to closed for Wednesday due to the impending snow storm.

Springfield Kids To Walkout Of School In Protest Of Gun Violence

"Parents have the right to send their kids to school in the mornings and see them home alive at the end of the day": #NationalSchoolWalkout.

Springfield Schools Close Friday

Breaking: Due to power outages, all Springfield district schools will be closed Friday.

Springfield Schools Closed Thursday

Breaking: Springfield Public Schools will be closed Thursday. Union County College also cancelled all day classes.

Saint James Students Address Global Challenges at STEM Fair

Prize-Winning Projects Demonstrate Accomplishments in Learning

Springfield Among Safest School Districts In New Jersey

NJ schools are on edge following the shooting tragedy in Florida. Many districts are being recognized for keeping their students safe.

How Many Weapons Were Found In Springfield Schools?

NJ compiled a list of schools where weapons were found during 2016-17. They include knives, pepper spray and, in some cases, handguns.

Students At Jonathan Dayton HS Average 1097 On SAT Scores

2 Union County high schools also ranked in the top 12 of magnet and technology schools in the state for scores earned on the SAT.

Where Do Springfield Schools Appear On New State Rankings?

New Jersey's new, but controversial, system puts every school in the state on a 0-100 scale.

4 Months Later, Bullied Springfield Student Remains Home

A lawsuit filed by the student's mom against Springfield School District for refusing to transfer Emma to another classroom remains open.

Springfield Schools Have Delayed Opening Friday

Breaking: S​pringfield Public Schools will have a 90-minute delayed opening for Friday due to inclement weather.

Springfield Schools Closed Thursday Due To Snow

Breaking: The Springfield Public Schools will be closed Thursday due to the impending snowstorm.

Important School Dates To Know For 2018 In Springfield

Here are some important school dates to keep in mind for the remainder of the 2017-18 school year.

Springfield School Crossing Guards Restructured

Beginning Jan. 2, 2018 the Springfield Police Department has restructured where crossing guards are located. Check out their new posts.

Bullying, Looping Discussed At Springfield BOE Meeting

It was a heated night when parents and a bullied student addressed the board about bullying and looping in the Springfield School district.

Parents To Attend Springfield BOE Meeting Tonight Over Bullying

The meeting will be at Jonathan Dayton High School at 8 p.m. Monday. Parents packed the last meeting over bullying and looping concerns.

Springfield Bullying Incident Allegedly Caught On Camera

Another parent is speaking up to share their child’s bullying story in Springfield. This is the 3rd family to share their story publicly.

20 Encouraging Letters Sent To Springfield 4th Grader

Emma Spektor, who hasn't returned to school due to bullying, received the heartfelt encouraging letters from students and a teacher.

Springfield Family Moves To Get Away From Bullies

There is an 'endemic meanness' in the Springfield School System, a mother who moved her children says.

Mom Of Bullied Springfield 4th Grader Responds To Superintendent

Irina Spektor, mother of Emma who stopped going to school due to bullying, wrote a letter responding to Superintendent Davino's statement.

Disturbing Accounts Of Rampant Bullying Shared At Packed Meeting

Residents packed a marathon Springfield Board of Education meeting Monday, with multiple people sharing disturbing accounts of bullying.

Springfield Parents To Rally Tonight At BOE Meeting

Breaking: Springfield parents will be wearing light blue at the Board of Education meeting tonight in regards to bullying and looping.

6 Weeks Later, Bullied Springfield Student Is Still Out Of School

The school has again denied to transfer the girl, despite a letter and proof of a psychological exam from the doctor, her mother says.

Springfield Parents To Rally Together For 'Change' At BOE Meeting

Springfield parents are being asking to wear light blue and attend the next BOE meeting on Nov. 6 in regards to bullying and looping.

Students Shouldn't Have Same Class, Teacher Two Years In A Row, 'Frustrated' Parents Say

Parents are asking for an opt out policy for looping in Springfield after instances of bullying and poor academic performance were reported.

Springfield Parent Asks Superintendent To Admit Mistake In Bullying Case: Letter

"I implore you to do this child a favor and spare her the torment of another day in this hostile environment and own up to your failure."

Threat Made Against Springfield High School Causes Police Investigation

Breaking: The high school is offering support staff in the building to help students process feelings of anxiety as a result.

Springfield Superintendent Responds To Allegations Of Serious Bullying

The superintendent 'is trying to make me look like I am crazy or a liar (or both)' the mother of the allegedly bullied girl said in response

Student Won't Go To School Because Of Bullies: Readers React

"What is the school system waiting for? Another dead body? Then what will they say?" said one reader.

Springfield 4th Grader Won't Go To School Because Of Bullies, Mom's Plea For New Classroom Rejected

Irina Spektor says her 9-year-old daughter was bullied throughout the third grade and is terrified of going to school.

Springfield Teachers Are 'Effective,' New Rankings Say

The state Department of Education released data on teacher evaluations last week.

Springfield Elementary Schools Ranked Among The Best In N.J.

Niche.com released its annual rankings of the best elementary schools in the country and across New Jersey.