RTM committee moves school budget one step closer
The RTM Finance Committee voted 7-0 to recommend the Westport school board’s $157.8 million budget proposal for 2026-27.
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Senior SHS students prep for real life
Staples students simulated real-life issues–household budgets safety, decision-making, and nutrition.
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Teen essay contest winners program
Team Westport and the Westport Library present the essay contest winners discussing the Declaration of Independence principles on Tuesday, April 28.
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Parents of 4-5 year-olds: register them for kindergarten now
Early kindergarten registration in Westport helps the administration plan ahead and ensures a smooth start to your child’s educational journey.
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Staples team competes at state personal finance challenge
Staples High School students finished second in the Personal Finance Challenge Connecticut finals in their first-ever state appearance.
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BoE discusses holidays and student climate survey
The Westport Board of Education met to discuss recognizing Diwali, Eid, and Lunar New Year as official school holidays for the 2026/27 calendar year.
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Staples announces graduates with high honors
Nineteen graduates from the Staples High School class of 2026 earned the high honors seal, placing them in the top four percent of the class.
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Board debates school calendar
Assistant superintendent John Bayers presented a plan to the BoE that converts a March professional development day into a sixth snow day.
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Survey says . . .
Board vice chair Dorie Hordon questions the amount of time spent on student surveys as superintendent Thomas Scarice defends their efficiency over focus groups.
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Gifts for Coleytown and Staples approved
The board accepted $85,000 in gifts for Coleytown Middle School curtains and Staples coaching stipends, supporting the arts and student safety.
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WCP’s Playhouse Playmakers starts April 11
Middle schoolers create an original play, learn playwriting and acting fundamentals, and perform a staged reading in a professional setting.
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Panic buttons at Staples: the inside story
Seniors Zander Bauer and Elijah Falkenstein championed the new $695,000 panic button system for Staples High School.
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Eight Staples ‘Students of the Month’ named for March
Principal Thomas Stafford announced eight Staples High School students of the month for March. The honor recognizes good citizens with a positive attitude.
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Board of Finance raises “alarm” about increasing Board of Ed budget
The Board of Finance unanimously approved the $157.8 million school budget with reservations, vowing a sharper eye on future spending plans.
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‘Newsies’ coming: Coleytown to deliver an Extra! Extra! special musical
The student thespians of Coleytown Middle School will recreate the newsboys strike of 1899 with their upcoming production of Newsies.
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Board approves fewer school days
The Westport Board of Education voted 7-0 to shorten the 2025-26 school calendar and make March 20 a full day for students, sparking debate among members.
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Long Lots construction bids to be opened today
Plans for the new Long Lots Elementary School reach a milestone today when the town opens bids from construction companies vying to build it.
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Staples’ Francis’ cited at science and humanities symposium
Staples High School senior Nolan Francis received top honors at the 63rd Annual Connecticut High School Science and Humanities Symposium.
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School calendar update
School Superintendent Thomas Scarice proposes a new plan to end the student School year on Thursday, June 18, pending Board of Education approval.
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BoE discusses end of year, security fobs, casual seating
Superintendent Thomas Scarice announces the new last day of school due to snow days. The Board of Education authorizes a contract for a Staples High School security system.
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesYour child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have […]
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BONNIE RAITT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesSunday, August 9, 2026 | 7:00pm CHAIRS PROVIDED FOR ALL TICKET-HOLDERS. NO PHOTOS OR RECORDING. THE LEVITT PAVILION GALA IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE LEAD SPONSORSHIP OF THE ARTHUR AND […]
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THE REVIVALISTS w/ Olivia Barnes
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesThe Revivalists bring their dynamic, genre-blending sound back to the Levitt Pavilion this August! The New Orleans-based, multi-platinum band has earned a national following with their fusion of indie rock, […]
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Joanie Leeds: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesGRAMMY Award Winner Joanie has won 1st place in the USA Songwriting Competition, an Independent Music Award, a GOLD Parents’ Choice Award, NAPPA GOLD Award, Family Choice Award and is […]
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Improvement Movement w/ Memo – FREE CONERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFREE TICKET SHOW | Thursday, AUG 13 | 6:30PM DOORS / 7PM Support Free tickets may be reserved in advance via Reserve button below. Reminders: Free tickets are also issued […]
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Christine Ohlman & Rebel Montez ft. The Sin Sisters & Guests – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesChristine Ohlman & Rebel Montez ft. The Sin Sisters & Guests :: “Take Me To The River” : A Deep Celebration of American Song FREE TICKET SHOW FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 […]
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesYour child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have […]
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Logical Pretzel – The Songs of Steely Dan – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFREE TICKET SHOW | SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 | 7:30PM SHOW / 6:30PM DOORS Free tickets may be reserved in advance via Event Website link! Free tickets are also issued day […]
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The String Queens – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFree show: Sunday, August 16 | 7pm show, 6pm doors SPONSOR: LEIFER PROPERTIES Box office opens on-site 2-hours before show time; free tickets available on a first come basis, based […]
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Comedy Night #3 – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJohn Tobin Presents! delivers a slate of their funniest stand-up comedians for another free night of side-splitting laughs under the stars!
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Fyütch & Aura V: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesThis dynamic Father-Daughter team just won Best Children’s Album at this year’s GRAMMY Awards. Fyutch is a previous GRAMMY Award Winner, and Aura V is now the youngest child ever […]
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Gallery Talk with Rick Shaefer
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesIn conjunction with Looking for History, join exhibiting artist Rick Shaefer for a guided tour of Colossi on Thursday, July 9, at 6pm. During this one-hour walkthrough, Shaefer will lead […]
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Location
Westport, US
11:18 am,
August 8, 2026
83°F
few clouds
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