To Bus or to Drive, Not Always an Easy Answer for Parents

We asked North Jersey Patch readers this week whether they bus their kids or drive them to school, and why.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Freshman, New Student Orientation Will Be Held Wednesday

Students will meet their counselor and peer leader, receive their schedule and more Wednesday in Halsey Hall Auditorium.

Springfield Public Schools Accepted Into League of Innovative Schools

The township's public school system will be part of the discussions among national educators on ways to boost student achievement in the U.S.

Register Now for 3rd Annual Sprint for Schools 5K

Over the past two years, more than $25,000 has been raised for the Springfield Education Foundation.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Back to School Tips for Springfielders

You'll be ready for the school year with these tips from our experts.

2013-2014 Springfield School Calendar Released

When's the first day of school? What days will students be off for spring break and holidays?

Dayton Class of 2013 Graduation Photos

143 seniors received their diplomas.

'Continue to Strive and Never Yield,' Dayton Principal Tells Class of 2013

92 percent of graduating seniors are continuing their education.

Prepare for Pat Down and Bag Search at Graduation, Say Springfield Police

Due to heightened security nationwide, Kean University policies warrant these measures, according to police.

Share Your Graduate's Picture #DAYTONGRADS2013

Use the hashtag #DAYTONGRADS2013 on Instagram and Patch will gather all parents and students pics for a live gallery Thursday.

Turf Field Construction Ongoing

Turf field at Jonathan Dayton High School comes closer to completion.

Springfielder Named Outstanding Teacher of the Year

Pamela Friedman was honored for her work as a technology teacher at Roosevelt Intermediate School in Westfield.

Dayton High School Graduation Guide

Here's what you need to know.

College Admissions Bible Author Speaks at Springfield Library Monday

Meet Springfield author and Patch blogger Natasha Scott.

Board of Ed Race to be Uncontested

Three candidates have filed petitions to run for three open seats.

Dayton Baseball Blanked in State Semis

Team ran into a hitting machine in Pompton Lakes on Tuesday afternoon.

Jonathan Dayton Yearbooks Now Available Online

High school classes of 1940 through 1969 and 1980 through 2007 have been digitized first.

Union County SWAT Team to Visit Springfield Schools Thursday

Sandmeier and Caldwell schools will view demonstrations.

Post Your Senior's College Destination: Patch 101

Proud parents (and students) can get the word out whenever they want, via Springfield Patch's homepage and daily email newsletter.

Post Your Jonathan Dayton Prom Photos on Patch

Jonathan Dayton High School's prom is this week! Share your prom prep photos and prom pics with Patch readers.

Student of Springfield Music Teacher Wins 1st Prize

Music Instructor Nancy Modell's teaching helped Cranford student Ben Gelber win first place in a piano composition contest.

Upcoming College and Scholarship Programs for Springfield Seniors

The guidance department at Jonathan Dayton High School has provided scholarship and college announcements for students.

Minutemen Come Close to the Championship

The Springfield 4th graders team fell short in OT for the championship during the Garden State League Playoffs.

Get Ready for Sandmeier's Spring Fling

The school's annual basket auction is selling tickets now.

23-Year-Old Springfield Native Publishes College Admissions Bible

Natasha Scott, 23, recently published her book, “The College Admissions Bible” for high school students.

Jonathan Dayton Runs Mug Fundraiser

Support the Class of 2014 and up your travel mug cool quotient.

Springfield BOE Hosts Malware Site

Board of Ed officials probably don't know about it, but the public should be careful where they click

Second Place Finish For Dayton Boys Basketball in Final Round of State Tournament

The Bulldogs’ high energy play was unable to stop a fourth quarter surge by Point Pleasant Beach.

Dayton Triumphs Over Newark University 63-58

Nail Biter Finish As Bulldogs Take Four Quarters To Avenge Last Year's OT Loss To Phoenixes

Bulldogs Defeat Destroyers 63 - 45 In Sometimes Heated Play

Dayton's Boys Varsity Start Slow But Prove Unstoppable In Hot Fourth Quarter Romp Over Dunellen

Bulldogs Bag Jaguars 51 - 32 In Play-Off Opener Win

Dayton's Varsity Girls Basketball Team Jumped Out In Lead And Never Looked Back In Victory Over Newark Arts

St. James School Crowns Spelling Bee Winners

Good spelling runs in the F-A-M-I-L-Y at St. James the Apostle School.

Photos from Dayton Boys Varsity Basketball Win Over Warren Hills

Bulldogs Pull Away In 4th Quarter To ice Blue Streaks, 85-58

Support JDHS Basketball Teams with Spaghetti

Enjoy an all-you-can eat spaghetti dinner and support your basketball teams in the process.

Sandmeier School Book Fair To Begin

A Scholastic Book Fair starts tomorrow at the Thelma L. Sandmeier School in Springfield

Dayton Class of '13: Furtado Gets Scholarship to Berkeley College

The high school senior was accepted into the local college.

Springfield Schools Seek Nominations for Union County Teacher of the Year

Nominations for teachers of the year due March 1.

Photos: Bulldogs Fall To Hilltoppers In See-Saw Contest

Dayton unable to stop Summit's slow 4th quarter point creep, lose 46 - 41.