Schools

Eniola Shokunbi said she wants to be president of the United States, but first she’s making an impact on her local community. “Eniola is fabulous,” State Senator Matt Lesser said. “She wows every room she’s in front of. She’s a real rock star.” In fifth grade, she led the efforts to create an air filter system that’s able to...

An advocacy group says a Virginia school board has agreed to pay $575,000 in a settlement to a former high school teacher who was fired after he refused to use a transgender student’s pronouns.

More schools in the state have upped security amid possible threats. Experts say they have to be taken seriously by law enforcement. But even if they turn out to be unfounded, they can still have an impact. From North Haven to Wethersfield to New Haven, these were just some of the latest districts dealing with possible safety concerns at schools….

Enfield Police are cracking down on drivers speeding in school zones and passing buses.

Students are struggling to stay engaged in class at a time of poor mental health, shortened attention spans, reduced attendance and worsening grades. At the crux of these challenges? Addiction to cell phones. Cell phone bans are gaining traction around the country, but many say they’re not enough.

Gov. Ned Lamont has new recommendations for school districts as he looks to get cell phones out of classrooms.   The guidelines, approved Wednesday by the state Board of Education, suggest stricter rules for elementary and middle school students before some relaxing at the high school level.   “All too often, our young people find themselves too distracted by their…

Following the governor’s recommendations, there are many reactions to a potential ban on devices for students in Connecticut classrooms.

Parents and students are counting down the days until the first day of school, but education leaders are eyeing potential changes to the classroom. On Wednesday, the State Board of Education is expected to vote on guidance when it comes to cellphone use in schools. “It’s a great idea. I mean, the number one priority of school is keeping...

Period and hygiene products for young girls and teens were backed into totes, alongside school supplies into backpacks meant for students in the Greater Hartford area. It is part of a new partnership between Dignity Grows and The Village to bring much-needed supplies to students prior to the new school year. Girls are more likely to stay home from school…

Many wonder how such disparities exist in a state known for its affluence and what can be done. The answer is nuanced, but worth exploring.

About 60 of the 330 students graduating from Newtown High School on Wednesday survived the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting as first graders.

Many of the survivors said they continue to live with the trauma of the day when 20 first graders and six educators were killed.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced new regulations on Wednesday to improve the quality of school breakfasts and lunches by tightening the limits on salt and sugar.

U.S. agriculture officials announced new nutrition standards for school meals that will limit added sugars for the first time.

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Schools around the country are installing sensors and cameras to crack down on student vaping and handing out harsh punishments for many who are caught.

School districts across the state have some tough decisions to make when there’s snow and ice. What exactly goes into those decisions? For parents across Connecticut, dealing school delays or closures during winter is a fact of life. “It’s stressful. It’s stressful, but we manage it and find a way in our schedules,” Percy Subbarao, of West Hartford, said....

Black students are more frequently subjected to these removals than their peers.

There are concerns over a new after school club in Lebanon. The “Satan Club” is set to meet at the elementary school starting next month and that’s got the attention of parents. Organizers say it’s not what you think.

An organizer for the Satan Club says kids who attend will be doing activities that focus on science and rationalization while building empathy and tolerance for all creatures.