New Round Of NECAP Testing Starts

Students in Johnston have begun the New England Common Assessment Program tests in reading, writing, and math.

Central Outlasts Johnston, 42-36

The Knights take Johnston to two overtimes before winning the game to stay undefeated in D-II-A.

Thornton School To Take Part In 'Walk To School Day'

The local school is among dozens in Rhode Island where students are encouraged to walk or bike to school instead of taking the bus.

Panthers Improve To #13 In State Poll

The Johnston High School football squad benefits from a 3-0 record, but stays mid-pack because of weak competition.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Lady Panthers Host Mt. Pleasant

The Johnston High School girls' varsity soccer team looks to improve its record against the Kilties.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 27

Story time at the library; get your BP checked; JHS girls' soccer; Roger Williams Park celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month; and today in history: A major milestone for the Constitution.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Cheer On The Home Team

The Johnston High School boys' varsity soccer team is scheduled to host Scituate tonight at 6 p.m.

Panthers Pounce On Warwick Vets, 46-6

Hopson and Halton scored two TDs each on Sept. 24 for the Panthers' second straight win.

Sports Brief: Scituate Defeats Johnston In Apple Festival Tourney, 4-0

The visiting Lady Spartans took advantage of their quicker pace to keep the Johnston defense off-balance

Lady Spartans Earn Apple Fest Title

Scituate secured a 4-0 win over Johnston on Sept. 24.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 26

Early morning exercise; farmer's market; cross country meet; soccer match; and today in history: The Cup leaves America.

JHS Girls Face Scituate In Apple Fest Tourney Tonight

The Lady Panthers soccer squad is scheduled to host Scituate High School tonight at 6 p.m.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 23

Farmer's market in EG; book sale at Mohr; sports of all sorts; and today in history: the original New York Knicks.

Panthers Score Late, Beat Coventry 22-14

QB Steve Simone connects with WR Jason Cate for 18-yard TD to clinch the game with :09 left.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 19

A couple or programs at Mohr; farmer's market; cross-country meet; soccer match; and today in history: The Mouse debuts.

Panthers V-Ball Cruises Over Hope

The Johnston High School girls' volleyball team defeats Hope, 3 games to none.

Video: Visiting Tiverton Deals Johnston 4-0 Loss

The boys' varsity soccer squad didn't have any answers for the Tiverton offense.

EVENT OF THE DAY: Soccer Double-Header

The boys' and girls' varsity high school soccer teams are scheduled to play today.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 15

Teen writers group at Mohr; soccer double-header; bingo at the senior center; March of Dimes fundraiser in Newport; and today in history: Vol. 1, No. 1.

Cameras Have Lowered Incidents At Schools

The recently-overhauled surveillance system has lessened incidents of bullying and other misbehavior.

Board OKs Free Dental Care For Students

The Molar Express will bring free dental care to students; six faculty additions were approved, as well as 10 bus monitor positions.

Foley Recalls 'Scurrying' To Open NKHS After 9/11

The current Johnston High School principal was at the helm of the just-completed North Kingstown High on Sept. 12, 2001.

Group Provides Afterschool 'Map' For Parents

Looking for afterschool programs in the area? Check out the RIASPA's Google map.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 9

Farmer's market; computer class at Mohr; the Bridge hosts art class; high school football; and today in history: Howe retires.

Photo Gallery: First Day Of School [Finally!]

Students at Thornton Elementary and St. Rocco's School arrived for their first day of school, which had been rescheduled from last week.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 6

Yes, kids, there is school today — weather permitting; two after-school programs at Mohr Library; blood drive; Bellarmine seeks singers; and today in history: the people's Princess laid to rest.

Johnston Schools Cancelled For Sept. 1

Supt. Dr. Bernard DiLullo said in a phone interview that the new scheduled start date is Friday, Sept. 2.

No School In Johnston Tomorrow

The start of the school year will be delayed at least one day because of concerns over transporting students, Supt. Dr. Bernard DiLullo said on Aug. 30.

5 Things To Know Today: Aug. 31

No school in Johnston; where to find bus info; afternoon fun at Mohr Library; historical society takes a break; and today in history: East and West unite.

Bus Routes For Johnston Schools — 2011 School Year

Check the times for your kids' ride to school.

Schools Expected To Open On Time

One Johnston elementary school remained without power on Aug. 29; a decision on possibly delaying its start had not yet been made as of 1:30 p.m.

5 Things To Know Today: August 24

Sorry, kids; pre-teen football sign-ups; summer reading program wraps; bocce at the senior center; and today in history: Pete Rose, yer out!

Johnston Schools To Open August 31

Supt. Dr. Bernard DiLullo recently confirmed the start-of-school schedule.

'Good Luck Charm' Worked

Johnston's 13- to 14-year-old All-Star team swept its first two games in the state tournament on July 23 and 24.

Photo Gallery: Hershey Track & Field Meet At Rhode Island College

Johnston Recreation hosted the statewide track & field competition at Rhode Island College on July 13.

Car Wash Keeps The Music Playing

The Valero station on Putnam Pike hosted a car wash to benefit the Johnston High School music program on July 2.

School Committee Meeting — June 29

The Johnston School Committee is scheduled to meet tonight at 7 p.m. at Ferri Middle School.

DiLullo: Plans In Place To Address 23% Dropout Rate

Supt. Dr. Bernard DiLullo discussed the Rhode Island Kids Count report on graduation rates, which was released on June 27.

Johnston High School Class of 2011

A list of the 193 graduates from Johnston High School.

CCRI Posts Dean's List

Thirty-five students from Johnston earned Dean's List honors for the spring semester at the Community College of Rhode Island.