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DesChamps: A New “Wake-Up Call” for Greenwich Schools

“As the days grow shorter and the crisp air of autumn approaches, a new school year is on the horizon. Soon, the 6:18 am sunrise will follow the 6:17 am school bus pickup time. This requires a wake up call for Greenwich families that rivals West Point cadets.” – Matt DesChamps, Democratic BET Member and Candidate for Re-election  Continue Reading →

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Greenwich’s Justin Bernstein Named 2025 Davidson Fellow, Awarded $50,000 Scholarship

Justin Bernstein, a first-year Yale University student, designed a bioengineering approach to slow the melting of Arctic ice by enhancing its reflective surface. His project uses genetically modified cold-resistant bacteria, known as cryobacteria, to increase the ice’s albedo, reflecting more sunlight and reducing heat absorption. This technique could help mitigate climate change–induced sea level rise. Continue Reading →

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Girls State and Boys State 2025: Increasing civic engagement, knowledge of governmental systems

This year, six students from Greenwich High School were selected by the American Legion Post 29 to go to Girls and Boys State. “I know that I can speak for all of the delegates when I say that the experience was truly once-in-a-lifetime, and the skills that we learned through the program are essential to our careers, and to being engaged and informed citizens.” – Riona McKersie Continue Reading →

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Teen Social Entrepreneurs Inspire Action at “Greenwich Shark Tank”

The First Selectman’s Youth Commission ended its 2024-2025 term with a social entrepreneurship program. Panelists from diverse community organizations provided participants with thoughtful feedback and insight. Continue Reading →

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GHS Class of ’25: “Be bold, take detours, take risks and always have room for Van Leeuwen Ice Cream”

“We’re not trained MBAs and we didn’t have any experience running a business. Success doesn’t often come from brilliance or genius, but it comes from showing up, making the decision and weathering the storms.” – Ben Van Leeuwen Continue Reading →

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GHS Class of ’25 Valedictorian, Justin Bernstein: Follow Your Passions, Enjoy the Learning

“GHS has more AP classes. We offer it all. And at private schools you’re not necessarily collaborating with people of such diverse backgrounds as at Greenwich High School. That’s something I have really enjoyed.” – Justin Bernstein, GHS 2025 valedictorian Continue Reading →

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Greenwich Schools Chief Jones: “We are going to keep Mr. Breaux where he belongs, at Greenwich High School.”

“What really resonated with me was the social and emotional aspect for how our students were being impacted. It was obvious to me it was not just the music. I have reflected, as the leader of this district, and we are going to keep Mr. Breaux where he belongs, at Greenwich High School.” – Dr. Toni Jones Continue Reading →

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Exploring The Biomedical Universe: Student-Led Biomedicine Club Brings Science to Every Generation

The club, co-founded by two students, Sonia Patel and Olivia Popp who met in their freshman honors biology class, has grown from a small group of enthusiasts into a community-focused organization dedicated to “educate the community” and spark curiosity in biomedicine. Continue Reading →

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Signed and Soaring: GHS Cardinals Head to NCAA Division III Athletics

The Greenwich High School Division III signing ceremony took place on Wednesday. It was a moment to honor all of the GHS Cardinals who have had a prosperous high school athletic career. Their hard work, achievements, and commitment to their sports teams will serve them well at the collegiate level. Continue Reading →

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