Bridgeport’s new school superintendent, Royce Avery, makes it a habit of handing out his business card to every speaker at listening sessions, including one recently held at the public library’s North Branch.

The future of federal student loan forgiveness remains uncertain following the reelection of Donald Trump. But Connecticut recently took its own step to strengthen protections for borrowers, appointing its first student loan ombudsperson to be an independent authority on policies impacting borrowers.

Daniel Lugo will take over in July. Trinity’s current president, Joanne Berger-Sweeney, is stepping down after this academic year after serving in the role for more than a decade.

Connecticut preschool teachers with college degrees typically earn about 30% less than their counterparts in kindergarten through eighth grade school systems. Friends Center for Children in New Haven hopes its free teacher housing program will be the model for a nationwide shift.

Education advocates are calling on state lawmakers to increase funding for Connecticut school districts. They say it's necessary to help at-risk youth succeed.

The Connecticut university cites “uncertainties” about Trump’s immigration policies.

McMahon is a professional wrestling business magnate and co-chair of President-elect Donald Trump's transition team. She has limited experience working with K-12 public schools.

Historically, voters younger than 30 have played a crucial role in tight elections, often giving Democrats an edge. However, in this year’s presidential election, President-elect Trump made notable strides with young voters.

College can be a place of connection, but more students than ever are feeling isolated and lonely. We asked students how they navigate loneliness and hear from someone working at a student mental health center.

Bridgeport Public Schools superintendent Carmela Levy-David said she’s trying to work with her teaching staff, after learning of a teaching union survey where 97% of teachers who responded said they lack confidence in her leadership.