Salem, MA|News|
Hall of Fame Lacrosse Coach Named New Salem High Athletic Director
Michael Daly won national women's lacrosse titles as a Stonehill College coach in 2003 and 2005.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Back To School
Back to school marks the annual return of students and educators to the classroom, signifying the end of summer break and the beginning of a new academic year.
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Back To School In Glen Rock, Ridgewood: See Calendar And What's New
See the Glen Rock and Ridgewood school calendars and holidays off for the new year.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Sacred Heart University Launches Construction Management Bachelor's Program
Students at the Fairfield-based school can pursue a new undergraduate program covering project safety, estimating, scheduling and more.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Major Street Changes Underway Before Hoboken Students Return To School: City
Hoboken is making crosswalks and school zones visible before school starts next week, including pruning trees.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Reston, VA|Neighbor News|
South Lakes Defense Dominates Robinson In 30-7 Victory
South Lakes forced three turnovers and rushed for 281 yards in a 30-7 win over Robinson as Nick Picarelli set a school record.
Wyckoff, NJ|News|
Wyckoff Schools Open Next Week: See Calendar, Important Dates
Schools start next week in Wyckoff. What changes should students expect?
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Madison's Neck River Elementary School Project Receives $2.17M Tax Credit
Building committee members reviewed remaining school work, an Eversource rebate and other matters this week.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Public School Students Eligible For Free Breakfasts: Superintendent
Funding for the breakfasts for all Connecticut public school students is being provided by the state.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken School Enrollment Rises As Classes Start Next Week: See Calendar
Schools start next week in Hoboken, with enrollment growing districtwide.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Freehold, NJ|News|
'Boro Back-To-School Bash' Returns To Freehold For 2nd Year
The annual event aims to unite families for a day focused on connection, celebration and preparing students for a successful school year.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Port Washington, NY|News|
Roslyn Students Head Back To School After $250K Sports Complex Grant
The newly completed complex features a multipurpose turf field, 7 tennis courts, upgraded athletic facilities, and more.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
2025-26 CT School Test Scores Released: See How Darien Students Performed
Connecticut students made gains in English and math, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels. See how Darien students performed.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
Headed To Bryant-Denny For Alabama's Opener? Here's What Fans Need To Know
Here's everything you need to know before the Crimson Tide's season-opener Saturday against East Carolina.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
West Alabama High School Football Preview: Sept. 4, 2026
Here's a look at the games we'll be following Friday night across the Tuscaloosa Patch coverage area.
Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
Palos, IL|News|
Stagg Music Boosters 46th Annual Jamboree Showcases 17 High Schools In Marching Band Competition
The Music Boosters host the 46th annual Stagg High School Jamboree marching band competition Saturday, Sept. 12.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Southampton, NY|News|
Back-To-School Week: Even Family Pets Have Separation Anxiety, Experts Say
"Our pets are part of our family. It is important for us to consider their wellbeing and stressors on them, the same as family members."
Lisa Finn, Patch Staff
Smithtown, NY|News|
Smithtown Educator Earns One Of Nation’s Top Chemistry Teaching Honors
Maria Zeitlin was named the 2027 recipient of the James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Guilford Police Issue Safety Tips As Students Head Back To Class
Police have shared several safety tips to ensure a good start to the new school year.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
PHOTOS: West Hempstead Students Return To School
West Hempstead students returned to school Wednesday, joining their compatriots from across Long Island in bidding summer goodbye.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Des Plaines, IL|News|
District 62 Adding Middle School Soccer Through New Suburban Partnership
Seventh- and eighth-grade boys and girls will compete in separate fall and spring beginning this school year.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
2025-26 CT School Test Scores Released: See How Your District Performed
Connecticut students made gains in English and math, but scores remain below pre-pandemic levels. Search the results for your district.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Jamaica, NY|News|
Queens Pol To Host Annual Community Day, Back-To-School Giveaway Next Week
The event will be held at PS 38Q in Queens and be hosted by New York State Assemblywoman Alicia Hyndman.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
These NJ School Districts Pay $200K For Administrators: See What Your District Pays
See the top 20 districts for median administrator salaries along with how many administrators your district has and their median pay.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
Jersey City Schools Start Next Week: See Calendar, What's Changing
Schools start next week in Jersey City, and the superintendent had a message and calendar. See important dates.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Both Valley View High Schools Named To US News Best High School List
Romeoville HS ranks 105th in the state of Illinois and Bolingbrook HS ranks 108th.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|News|
South Brunswick Police Launch 'Operation Safe Schools' As Classes Resume
Officers will be stationed at every school daily as part of the department's back-to-school safety initiative.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
Bristol Township Prepares For New School Year
The Bristol Township schools superintendent outlined the district's goals for students going into the 2026-2027 school year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Garden City, NY|News|
Garden City School District Welcomes New Teachers
Before the district's newest educators met their students, they met each other during orientation.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
NJ Teachers Are Facing Hefty Pay Gap Compared To Other College Grads, Study Finds
Teachers across the nation are earning nearly 25% less than workers with similar college degrees. Here are the numbers for New Jersey.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Public Library Expands Access To Online Learning, Tutoring Platform
Norwalk Public Library is expanding access to an online learning and tutoring resource just in time for back-to-school season.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
Deer Park Schools Kick Off New Year With ‘Make It Matter’ Focus
Superintendent James Cummings centered the district’s 2026-27 theme on instruction, safety and school culture.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Teacher Pushes For More Black History As He Embarks On His 3rd Decade In The Classroom
We asked this NJ history teacher and activist: “What lessons have YOU learned over your 30-year teaching career?” Here's what he said.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Abington, PA|News|
Abington Prepares For New School Year On Tuesday
Students in the Abington School District return to classes for the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday after the Labor Day holiday.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bensalem, PA|News|
Bensalem Kicks Off New School Year: Photos
Students in the Bensalem Township School District returned to classes on Monday to start the 2026-2027 school year.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Middletown, CT|News|
New Middletown Superintendent Of Schools Outlines 1st 100-Day Plan
The plan was presented during the district's annual educational convocation before the start of the 2026-27 school year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield University Sets September Schedule Of Lectures, Arts, Theater And Cultural Events
Museum exhibitions, film screenings, author appearances, circus performances and community programs are among the scheduled events.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Wantagh-Seaford, NY|News|
Wantagh Welcomes Students Back On First Day Of School
Wantagh School District was one of the many schools on Long Island that started its academic year Wednesday.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
Council Rock, MBIT Awarded School Safety, Mental Health Grants
School safety and mental health grants are open to public school entities, including school districts, career and technical schools.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Levittown, PA|News|
Measles Protocols Established By Pennsbury School District
With the new school year underway, Pennsbury is preparing parents for how the school district will handle any measles cases.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, NH|News|
Great Bay Community College Launches Criminal Justice Leadership Program
Students at Great Bay's Pease campus can pursue a new criminal justice leadership certificate starting this fall.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
