Meriden, CT|Sponsored|
Meriden Freshman Excels In Music, Theater And Academics
From a brand partner: Rowan O Hara is praised for her creativity, school involvement and willingness to help others.
Star Students
Celebrating local students and spotlighting how they make our community special.
Meriden, CT|Sponsored|
Meriden Family Celebrates Student’s Success In Theater
From a brand partner: Ethan is recognized for his leadership, creativity and dedication to theater performance and production.
Toms River, NJ|Sponsored|
Toms River Student Athlete Leads On The Field & In The Classroom
From a brand partner: Jill Tetzlaff is recognized for excelling in academics, athletics, leadership and community service.
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
UConn Posts In-State Student Dean's List For Spring 2026 Semester
The latest dean's list for in-state students at UConn has been released,
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Princeton, NJ|News|
Princeton 4th Grader Advocates For Crossing Guard Addition To Increase Safety
A Riverside Elementary student told the school board speeding and red-light running make her bike route feel unsafe.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Marlborough, MA|News|
Marlborough Student Sworn In As State Leader For A Day
Lilliana Sauer served as Massachusetts Probation Service "Co-Commissioner for the Day."
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
AP, Graduation Rates Continue To Climb At Bridgewater-Raritan Schools
Superintendent Robert Beers highlighted academic gains, lower HIB cases and September full-day kindergarten plans.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
3 MA Students To Compete In 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee
The three-day contest in Washington, D.C. kicks off this week.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
West Haven Students Named SCC Scholar Athletes For Spring 2026
The Southern Connecticut Conference recently announced its Spring Scholar Athletes for the 2026 season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
Burbank Seventh-Grader On Her Way To Washington.DC, Scripps National Spelling Bee
Liberty Junior High student Kirsten Cerdenia, 13, will represent South Cook County in the National Scripps Spelling Bee, May 26 to May 28.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Freehold, NJ|News|
Freehold Teen Named Finalist For Congressional Medal Of Honor Society Award
The teen was recognized for work with her nonprofit that creates custom hospital gowns and more for pediatric cancer patients.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Washington-Liberty Student Organizes Arlington Golf Tournament To Support Cancer Patients
Washington-Liberty student Tyler Hong is hosting an Arlington golf tournament to support cancer patients at VHC Health.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Edison-Metuchen, NJ|News|
73 Nursing Graduates Honored At Middlesex College Pinning Ceremony
This year's class marks the largest nursing cohort for the college since 2019, officials said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Framingham, MA|News|
From Pollinator Pods To Upcycled Art, Framingham Students Will Showcase Climate Projects: Report
A public fair includes demonstrations of various approaches for addressing climate change.
William Hall, Patch Staff
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
Storrs: 15 UConn Students Win Gilman Scholarships For Study Abroad
Congressional funding will send UConn students to 10 countries with nearly $47,500 in scholarship support.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
New Lenox, IL|News|
'Every Dollar Carries A Piece Of Tyler': Foundation In Memory Of New Lenox Man Awards $20K In Scholarships
The Koscinski family recently rewarded 16 student-athletes following their passions to college, a nod to their late son and his dreams.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Naugatuck Student-Athletes Celebrate College Signing Day
Ten Naugatuck High School seniors recently signed their letters of intent to attend colleges in Connecticut.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|Sponsored|
Toms River Teen Recognized For Dedication In Academics, Athletics And Service
From a brand partner: An aspiring architect, Cecelia balances college classes, athletics, mentoring and community service.
Meriden, CT|News|
Meriden School Earns Connecticut Blue Ribbon Schools Distinction
The CT Blue Ribbon Schools Program is a state-operated initiative that replaces the discontinued National Blue Ribbon Schools Program.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Rockville Centre, NY|News|
‘You Have To Water The Lawn In Order For It To Grow’: LI Nonprofit Gives Three Students Scholarships
The United For Change Foundation granted a trio of Nassau County students scholarships Tuesday night at its annual fundraiser.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Lake Forest Fundraiser Supports Full-Ride Scholarships For Local High School Students
Twenty-nine North Chicago Community High School graduates will get two-year CLC scholarships thanks to a fundraiser.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Chatham, NJ|News|
2 Chatham Students Earn Awards For AI, Medical Research Projects
Ranvir Iyngar and Kelly Nie each took second place at separate Kean University competitions.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Berkeley, NJ|Sponsored|
Bayville Student Balances School, Sports And Heroic Act
From a brand partner: Jakob also works while staying active in volleyball and boxing and helping others in his community.
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|Sponsored|
Millburn-Short Hills Student Builds National STEM Program While Giving Back
From a brand partner: Eiaa has raised more than $17,000 for educational equity while teaching STEM to students in her community.
Romeoville, IL|Sponsored|
Romeoville Baseball Player Graduates Summa Cum Laude From Aurora University
From a brand partner: Jaden Holgado plans to pursue medicine after graduating from Aurora University with top honors.
Plymouth-Canton, MI|Sponsored|
Canton Student Rebounds With 3.9 GPA After Difficult Start
From a brand partner: Madison stayed determined through early setbacks and finished the year with standout academic success.
Bolingbrook, IL|Sponsored|
Bolingbrook Student Stands Out For Compassion And Responsibility
From a brand partner: Hensley is known for her caring nature, love of animals and thoughtful gestures toward family and friends.
Meriden, CT|Sponsored|
Meriden Senior Gives Back Through Music, Theater And Community Service
From a brand partner: Peighton O Hara stays busy with band, theater, academics and volunteer work throughout the Meriden community.
Potomac, MD|Sponsored|
Potomac Teen Creates Space For Young Entrepreneurs To Shine
From a brand partner: The hardworking junior has hosted five business fairs helping children launch and market their own products.
Alexandria, VA|Sponsored|
‘Go, Konnor!’: Alexandria Kindergartener Celebrated For Big Turnaround
From a brand partner: His family says the hard-working, adaptable student has made major strides academically and behaviorally this year.
North Haven, CT|News|
North Haven Students Named SCC Scholar Athletes For Spring 2026
The Southern Connecticut Conference recently announced its Spring Scholar Athletes for the 2026 season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|News|
Record-Breaking 61 Students Named To National Technical Honor Society At MBIT
The mission of the NTHS is to advocate for and empower students to pursue the skills needed to build their careers and the global workforce.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
Tewksbury, MA|News|
Tewksbury Student Finalist In Nationwide Contest
A local middle school student who is an aspiring pilot is a finalist in America's Favorite Student contest.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
2026 Basie Awards: See Who Won Across Monmouth County
The annual awards ceremony honors the very best of Monmouth County's high school theatre.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Teen Headed To Ivy League: 'I Want To Help People Who Need Medical Devices'
Growing up, Sherly Perez watched her uncle navigate life with a hearing implant. It has inspired her to use science to improve lives.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Meriden, CT|News|
Meriden Resident Wins Prestigious Award At CCSU
Central Connecticut State University has announced the winners of academic awards presented annually to outstanding graduating seniors.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Cheshire, CT|News|
Cheshire Students Named SCC Scholar Athletes For Spring 2026
The Southern Connecticut Conference recently announced its Spring Scholar Athletes for the 2026 season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Students Named SCC Scholar Athletes For Spring 2026
The Southern Connecticut Conference recently announced its Spring Scholar Athletes for the 2026 season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Rumson-Fair Haven, NJ|News|
Rumson Student Wins National Merit $2,500 Scholarship
The student is among 2,500 winners nationwide and was selected from a pool of over 15,000 finalists.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
Red Bank Regional High School Student Wins National Merit $2,500 Scholarship
The student is among 2,500 winners nationwide and was selected from a pool of over 15,000 finalists.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
