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Perfection: Greenwich High Freshman Cross Country Team Finishes Dominant Season Of Big Wins
The Greenwich High School boys freshman squad ran through their competition in every meet this year and capped off the regular season with a commanding win in the Hatters Freshman Championship. The event, held at scenic Tarrywile Park in Danbury, saw Greenwich crush the competition with a near-perfect score of 18, leaving rivals Staples High School and Trumbull far behind with 37 and 77 points, respectively. This victory solidified their dominance after prior wins at the Wilton Invite, Brewster Invite, and the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic Conference Championship. Coach Sean Astl…
Schools
US Presidential Scholars: Darien High School Senior Earns Top Honor
Several Connecticut high school seniors have received one of the nation's highest honors for students. The three, all from Fairfield County, are among only 161 students across the entire US to be selected as 2024 US Presidential Scholars, the US Department of Education just announced on Thursday, May 9. The US Presidential Scholars Program was created in 1964 and recognizes a few of the country's most distinguished graduating seniors. Scholars are chosen based on academic success, excellence in the arts and technical education, and commitment to community service and leadership.…
Schools
New Principal Named To School In Greenwich
Students at a school in Fairfield County will find a new principal roaming the halls this fall. Greenwich Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Toni Jones announced on Tuesday, May 9 the appointment of Marc Guarino as principal of Eastern Middle School, effective Saturday, July 1. Guarino replaces Jason Goldstein who announced in January that he is stepping down at the end of the school year to return to teaching in the classroom. The new principal will oversee all of EMS’ programs that meet the needs of its students with a strong focus on academic, persona…
Schools
These Fairfield County High Schools Among Nation's Best According To Brand-New Rankings
It’s no secret that Connecticut is home to some of the nation’s best schools, but which rank among the top in the country? The U.S. News & World Report released its 2022 list of the best high schools in the country after evaluating nearly 18,000 schools at all levels. According to the organization - which touts itself as “the global authority in education rankings” - high schools were judged on a weighted scale on these factors: College readiness (30 percent); Reading and math proficiency (20 percent); Reading and math performance (20 percent); Underserved student performance (10 perc…
Police & Fire
Police Investigating 'Computer-Generated' Threat At High School In Fairfield County
Police are investigating a threatening phone call made to a. Fairfield County high school that caused the school to cancel after-school activities. The incident took place around 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 29, when Trumbull Police investigated an incident at Trumbull High School where a phone call was made to high school staff threatening the safety of the school, said Lt. Brian Weir. Trumbull High School staff were also made aware of these threats so they took precautions to secure the school and assist police with the investigation, Weir said. The threat was left on an administr…
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These Fairfield County HS Students Named 2021 National Merit Semifinalists
Some of Fairfield County's best and brightest students were among those chosen as semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program, which celebrates the academic achievements of high schoolers. This week, 16,000 high school seniors were chosen from around the country as semifinalists, who are vying for 7,600 scholarships totaling more than $30 million that will be announced in the spring. To become a finalist, semifinalists and an official from their high school must submit a detailed scholarship application that provides information about the students’ academic record, participation…
Schools
Covid-
19: This Fairfield County High School Will Hold Outdoor Graduation
A Fairfield County high school will host a live, outdoor graduation ceremony for students amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Trumbull High School officials announced on Thursday, May 28 that there will be an in-person graduation on Saturday, June 20, though there will be strict restrictions in place for students, families and friends. During the ceremony, students will be required to remain in their vehicles, officials said, during a specifically structured time for more than 500 graduates to ensure that there is no chance of potentially spreading the virus. In a letter to par…
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Trumbull High School To Reopen After Flood Damage
The Trumbull Health Department has given the green light to reopen the doors of Trumbull High School after it was closed due to flooding damage as a result of the recent rash of thunderstorms to strike the area. Earlier this week, the school flooded, as Mother Nature dropped more than seven inches of rain in the area, forcing officials to cancel classes for several days as crews performed cleanup efforts in the building. According to school officials, on Sept. 26 and 27, the Trumbull Health Department health inspector and health director were on hand to observe cleanup efforts that are taki…
Lifestyle
Here's When, Where You Can See Fireworks In Fairfield County
There is no shortage of Independence Day celebrations featuring fireworks in Fairfield County. At least 15 major fireworks displays are planned over the course of seven days, starting this weekend. Here are the highlights: Thursday, June 28: Trumbull Day kicked off with carnival rides, amusement games and food trucks at the fields behind Trumbull High School and Hillcrest Middle School at 72 Strobel Road. Saturday there is no carnival but the main event will be the Barnum Festival. The final day, Sunday, July 1, concludes with a fantastic fireworks display. Saturday, June 30 Firewor…
Lifestyle
All Aboard, All Included: Metro-North Getaways In Hudson Valley, CT
Between commuter traffic and parking limitations, planning a visit to the Bruce Museum may seem daunting to some, yet the Greenwich-based museum and the Metro-North Railroad are working together to make the trip more convenient and accessible to all. The museum and Metro-North offer a “Getaway” package that includes discounted rates for both train tickets and admission to the Bruce Museum from any station on the Metro-North Railroad. Both are combined on one ticket and purchased easily at a MetroNorth kiosk or ticket office. “We want people to take the train instead of their car for leisur…
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Man, 23, Charged With Making Bomb Threat To Trumbull High School
Police arrested a local man for posting a bomb threat towards Trumbull High School on his Facebook page. Rushab Momaya, 23, a 2011 Trumbull High School graduate, stated that he was going to bomb the school but did not include any details in the posting, Trumbull police said. When Trumbull Police and the fire marshal’s office responded to Momaya’s residence, they quickly determined that the threat was not credible and that there were no explosive materials or incendiary devices on the premises, police said. Police and fire officials also worked closely with the Board of Education and school…
Schools
Fairfield County High Schools Among Top 50 For Athletes In CT
A total of 15 schools in Fairfield County are among the best 50 public high schools for athletes in Connecticut – including Fairfield Warde High School, which ranks first – according to a new list released by Niche.com. The website analyzes data sets and reviews to produce rankings, report cards and profiles for schools, colleges and places to live. The 2018 rankings are “based on student and parent reviews of athletics, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school,” the website says. Here are the Fairfield County schools that made the Top 50 list, the…
Sports
15 Public Fairfield County High Schools Among Top 50 For Athletes In CT
FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — A total of 15 schools in Fairfield County are among the best 50 public high schools for athletes in Connecticut – including Fairfield Warde High School, which ranks first – according to a new list released by Niche.com. The website analyzes data sets and reviews to produce rankings, report cards and profiles for schools, colleges and places to live. The 2018 rankings are “based on student and parent reviews of athletics, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school,” the website says. Here are the Fairfield County schools that…
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