Supporting Our Schools

supporting our schools Dec 1, 2020

A New Haven teacher shows us how she is working hard to make sure students have a way to express themselves.

Nov 14, 2020

Supporting Our Schools: Home Libraries for Students

Denice Garrett is one of the teachers who is working to keep her students engaged when they’re not working on class or homework.
supporting our schools Oct 22, 2020

Supporting Our Schools: Helping Teachers Create Positive Learning Environments

Donorschoose.org is a way for local educators can submit projects to help fund improvements for their classrooms.
Reading Jul 11, 2018

From ‘Harry Potter' to ‘Twilight,' 15 Years of Best-Selling Children's Books

Children’s literature is full of all kinds of stories, packed with wizards and vampires, adventure and love. Which ones topped the charts? Check out the best-selling kids’ books of the las...
Jul 24, 2017

Hanna Mordoh's School Memories

NBC Connecticut, together with Travelers and Hoffman Auto Group are joining forces for the 2017 Supporting Our Schools drive. All proceeds will benefit students and schools affiliated with the Boys &#...

Jul 24, 2017

NBC CT Anchors and Reporters Share Their School Photos
New York Jul 24, 2017

Rapper Common Surprises Students at NY School, Donates Money

Oscar and Grammy winner Common surprised a group of New York students by donating $10,000 to help their teachers buy supplies like calculators and science kits. The rapper-actor partnered with the nonprofit AdoptAClassroom.org and Burlington Stores to give Renaissance School of the Arts in Harlem the funds on Thursday. Students cheered loudly after...
elementary school Jun 26, 2017

Back to Basics: Cost of Essential School Supplies and Fees

From basic schools supplies to extracurricular activities, sending your child back to school can put serious financial strain on your family’s budget, even if you’re careful to look for sales and discounts. Take a look at the average cost of items your child will need when heading back to school, from cheapest to most expensive, based on 2015 and 2...