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'Students will just give up': CT teachers say students struggle to finish longer books

When high school English teacher Meghan Hatch-Geary first started teaching more than 15 years ago, assigning a few chapters of reading for homework was routine. "That was something I felt comfortable doing," she said. But not anymore. Now, Hatch-Geary said, getting students through a longer piece of literature means making...

Connecticut · 4d

WTNH

Waterbury’s public schools show improvements in new state reports

WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Waterbury Public Schools is showing promising improvements, according to newly released data by the Connecticut State Department of Education. The 2025-26 Next Generation Accountability results show a third straight year of growth, with the district reportedly outperforming urban and suburban communities in various areas. All three comprehensive high schools, Wilby High […]

Waterbury, CT · 3d

CT Insider

Monday's Connecticut high school sports roundup: Amity girls soccer advances to SCC final

A look at the Connecticut high school sports scene for Monday, November 2, 2026.

Connecticut · 3d

metrohartford.com

Hartford International University Invites Public to Explore “The Many Lives of Andrew Young”

HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 28, 2026 — From the Civil Rights Movement to international diplomacy, Ambassador Andrew J. Young helped shape some of the defining chapters of modern American history. Now, a traveling exhibition at his alma mater offers the public a closer look at the experiences, relationships and faith that informed his work.

Hartford, CT · 3d

stockbridgeupdates.com

From the Desk of Berkshire Hills School District Superintendent Peter Dillon Around Our Schools: Taking Stock and Goal Setting

Each year, our District, schools, and staff take time to set goals. We look at measurable indicators, including test scores, attendance, chronic absenteeism, and MassCore completion, as well as survey results. As we settle into the school year, we’re grateful for the many ways our community supports our schools and students. Your questions, ideas, and engagement help shape our priorities and keep us moving forward together. With that shared commitment in mind, I’d like to share three goals guiding our collective work this year:

The Berkshires, MA · 4d

CT Insider

Editorial: College student's death should put an end to CT's abhorrent sanctuary policies

University of New Haven student Ryan O'Shea's tragic death at the hands of an illegal immigrant illustrates the cost of Connecticut's sanctuary policies.

Connecticut · 6d

WTNH

High school football roundup: Daniel Hand, Cheshire, Notre Dame-West Haven win

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — It was another busy high school football Friday in Connecticut. The News 8 Sports team was on hand for some of the action. Daniel Hand 48, West Haven 28: Jake Rusher threw a pair of touchdown passes in the first quarter and the fourth-ranked Tigers improved their record to 7-0 […]

Cheshire, CT · 6d

CT Insider

Platt football rolls past South Windsor to keep CIAC Class MM playoff push alive

Austen Standish threw for four touchdowns and ran for another to lead Platt.

South Windsor, CT · 6d

collinsvillepress.com

Avon’s McGarry and East Granby’s Madden race to state championship wins

Avon High freshman Madison McGarry took the lead in the final mile and won her first cross country state title in the CIAC Class MM championship race on Saturday at Wickham Park in Manchester. McGarry became the sixth girl in school history and the first since 2019 to win a...

Avon, CT · 5d

Eyewitness News

25 homes, 1 school impacted by water main break in Waterbury

WATERBURY, Conn. (WFSB) - A water main break impacted about two dozen homes and a school in Waterbury on Friday. The city said it happened in the 1100 block of North Main Street. Water in the area was shut off as of noon for between 6 and 8 hours, the...

Waterbury, CT · 7d

CT Insider

How much will college really cost? Here’s how Connecticut families can calculate it

Understanding the various grants, scholarships and loans that make up a financial aid offer can be confusing.

Connecticut · 10d

CT Insider

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CT education funding system among most unfair in U.S., report finds

EdTrust, a nonprofit that advocates for Black, Latino and low-income students, called Connecticut's funding disparities "egregious."

Connecticut · 7d

People

Student, 21, Dies After ‘Sudden Medical Emergency’ During Final Semester at University of South Carolina

Jordan Elisabeth Chymbor’s family said they are “awaiting answers” and are “heartbroken by this unexpected and devastating loss”

Columbia, SC · 12d

WTNH

Trinity College endowment surpasses $1B for first time

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Trinity College’s endowment has exceeded $1 billion for the first time in the institution’s history. Trinity College said in a statement Friday that the endowment stands at approximately $1.014 billion, according to an independent audit of the school’s financial statements for the Fiscal Year 2026. Trinity said it is now one […]

Hartford, CT · 6d

CT Insider

The high school football teams outscoring opponents by the most

See how high school football teams compare by net point totals, with weekly updates and historical season comparisons.

Connecticut · 7d

CT Insider

Connecticut high school girls swimming and diving top performances (Oct. 31)

Here are the top CIAC girls swimming and diving performers from the past week.

Connecticut · 5d

WTNH

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Holy Cross star adds to touchdown record in win over WCA

WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Holy Cross senior and UConn commit Da’Sean Graves caught his 51st career touchdown reception last week, the most in the history of Connecticut high school football. Graves and the Crusaders were back in action for a Thursday night showdown with Waterbury Career Academy, which Holy Cross won, 56-8. First drive has […]

Waterbury, CT · 7d

Connecticut Mirror

Matt Ritter considered as possible interim UConn president

House Speaker Matt Ritter has been approached about replacing Radenka Maric as the president of the University of Connecticut.

Hartford, CT · 7d

collinsvillepress.com

King helps Simsbury run past Wethersfield for sixth straight win

WETHERSFIELD, Oct. 30, 2026 – It’s a good time to be a player on the Simsbury High football team. The Trojans are flying high after their sixth straight victory on Friday night with a 41-7 win over Wethersfield in Central Connecticut Conference Tier III play at Joseph Cottone Field.

Simsbury, CT · 7d

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