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Storm Cleanup Causes Closures At These CT Schools
Some schools in Connecticut were forced to close on Monday, Jan. 31 as the state continues to clean up from the weekend storm that dumped more than a foot of snow in certain parts of the region. In New London County, which was among the hardest-hit areas in Connecticut, Norwich and Groton Public Schools were closed on Monday to allow the town to continue cleaning up from the storm. Officials said that the amount of snow was too much for public works staffers to remove in one day. “The health and safety of all students is our priority, and we look forward to returning to campus (on) Tuesday…
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Here's When SAT Will Go Completely Online, College Board Says
The SAT, a standardized test used for college admissions, is set to move to a completely digital format. Students outside of the United States will start taking the SAT digitally in 2023, and in the US, the digital test will start being administered in 2024, the College Board announced on Tuesday, Jan. 25. According to the announcement, a variety of other changes will be made to the exam. The digital test will be shortened to about two hours instead of three, with shorter reading passages and topics that "will reflect a wider range of topics that represent the works students read in …
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Student Apprehended After Threat Against School In Fairfield County
A Fairfield County teen has been arrested for allegedly making threats against an area school on social media. The incident took place around 3 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 20, when the Fairfield Police Department was notified by the FBI New Haven of a possible threat made toward a Town of Fairfield school on the social media app Yik Yak, said Sgt. Michael Stahl, of the Fairfield Police. The FBI was notified by the social media company of the anonymous message, Stahl said. School administrations were notified and an investigation was immediately conducted regarding the c…
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19: CT High School To Have Early Dismissal Due To Staff Shortage
A Connecticut high school will be dismissed early due to a staffing shortage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In New Haven County, on Friday, Jan. 21, officials in the Hamden School District said that Hamden HS students will attend their first four periods and be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Officials noted that the staffing shortage has only impacted the high school. No other schools in the district were affected. “Due to a shortage of staff, Hamden High School will institute an early dismissal schedule today, Friday, (Jan. 21),” the district posted on social media. “Students will attend pe…
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Two Students From New England Advance To Finals Of Regeneron Competition
A pair of school students in New England were among 40 nationally that were chosen as finalists in the prestigious 2022 Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS). This year, approximately 1,800 students entered the Regeneron STS, where they “submit original research in critically important scientific fields of study.” The organization said that the search is “unique among high school competitions in the U.S. and globally, Regeneron STS focuses on identifying, inspiring, and engaging the nation's most promising young scientists.” Judges narrowed the field to just 300 semifinalists, based on the…
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Report: Trump Forces School District In Region To Subsidize Golf Course
Former President Donald Trump’s wheeling and dealings have reportedly left a New York school district in a lurch. For years, the Trump National Golf Club Westchester in Briarcliff was the subject of a battle with the local government over its property tax bill, where the property’s value was inflated by the Trump Organization as part of a scheme that is being investigated by the Westchester District Attorney and New York Attorney General. Earlier story - NY Attorney General Subpoenas Donald Trump In Civil Fraud Inquiry Into His Business Practices Following a victory in court in the summer …
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19: Staffing Shortages Cause Closure At CT School District
A school district in Connecticut was forced to close due to a staffing shortage caused by COVID-19. In New Haven County, officials with the Waterbury School District announced that it would not be opening on Monday, Jan. 10 due to a staffing shortage following the most recent rise in new infections. All schools were closed for students, but were open for staff members who were in attendance for an in-person workday, officials said. On the return from Winter Recess last week, Schools Superintendent Verna Ruffin said that nearly 350 employees called out sick, though they were able to manag…
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These Fairfield County Students Named Regeneron Semifinalists
Nearly a dozen high school students in Connecticut were among the 300 that were chosen as semifinalists at this year’s prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS). This year, approximately 1,800 students entered the Regeneron STS, where they “submit original research in critically important scientific fields of study.” The organization said that the search is “unique among high school competitions in the US and globally, (as the) Regeneron STS focuses on identifying, inspiring, and engaging the nation's most promising young scientists.” Judges narrowed the field to just 300, based on …
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19: Some CT High Schools Having Early Dismissals Due To Bus Driver Shortages
Some schools in Connecticut are being forced to dismiss schools early as they face bus driver shortages due to the recent rise of new COVID-19 cases. In New Haven County, district officials announced that multiple high schools will be dismissed an hour early on Wednesday, Jan. 5, and Friday, Jan. 7 due to a shortage of drivers to get students to and from class. According to the district, these schools will be dismissed at the following times: Riverside: 1 p.m.; Hillhouse High School: 1:05 p.m.; Wilbur Cross High School: 1:05 p.m.; ESUMS: 1:05 p.m.; Cooperative Arts & Humanities High …
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Many Schools In CT Now Closed After Earlier Scheduling Delayed Starts
Many school districts in Connecticut are now closed after earlier planning delayed starts due to icy roadways. Superintendents cited road conditions "not improving" in making the switch. Light freezing rain that began to fall in the pre-dawn hours on Wednesday, Jan. 5 resulted in numerous crashes. Earlier report: Icy Roadways Lead To School Closures, Delayed Starts, Crashes Connecticut State Police said icy road conditions led to numerous crashes throughout the state. A crash involving a jackknifed tractor-trailer shut down westbound I-84 at Exit 56 prior to Charter Oak Bridge …
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19: CT Unveils New Guidance, Renews Commitment To Keep Schools Open
Though the positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut has hit a new record high, the state is committed to keeping schools open amid the latest surge of fresh infections. During a COVID-19 briefing on Tuesday, Jan. 4, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that despite the positivity rate topping 24 percent, the state has no intention to shut down schools and want to keep children in the classroom as long as possible. Connecticut Department of Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani said during the briefing that the state is directing school nurses to concentrate more on what will keep students …
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19: Additional CT School Districts Closed Due To Staffing Shortages
Staffing shortages caused by the new outbreak of COVID-19 cases in Connecticut have led to the closure of some schools while other districts went remote. With the positive infection rate in Connecticut rising above 20 percent as the Omicron variant rapidly spreads, some schools have been facing staffing and busing shortages due to the virus. Related story - COVID-19: Infection Rate In CT Soars Past 20 Percent; Latest Breakdown Of Cases By County In New Haven County, Hamden Schools Superintendent Jody Ian Goeler took to social media to announce that the high school would be closed on T…
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