Natasha Sokoloff

Hartford, Huntington Beach

Education Reporter at Hearst

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Articles

The 10 best public elementary schools in Connecticut are in the same county, Niche rankings say

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

The three best public elementary schools in the state are in the same school district, according to the ranking website Niche. And the 10 best elementary schools are all in the same county. Fairfield County schools have dominated Niche's statewide rankings, including for the best public high schools in the state and the best public school districts, and the elementary school list is no different.
These are the 10 best private high schools in Connecticut, rankings say

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

The 10 best private high schools in Connecticut all cost at least $50,000 a year, according to Niche rankings. Niche, a website that curates rankings and reviews for public and private schools across the country, has ranked the state's private high schools. The rankings reflect a trend seen throughout the state: many of Connecticut's most prestigious prep schools are also among the most expensive.
'A real disaster'

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

Connecticut's flagship university and the state's largest public college system are bracing for cuts with the passage of a two-year, $55.8 billion budget that faculty say does not include nearly enough for public higher education. Both the University of Connecticut and the CSCU system have been allocated millions less than they requested, creating significant funding shortfalls at the higher education institutions amidst the uncertainty of funding at the federal level.
La falta de vivienda estudiantil en Connecticut alcanza un récord histórico

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

La falta de vivienda entre estudiantes en Connecticut sigue aumentando por encima de niveles récord, según datos estatales. Proveedores de servicios para jóvenes sin hogar temen que la situación solo empeore. En el año escolar 2023-2024, 5,463 estudiantes estaban viviendo en situación de falta de vivienda, la cifra más alta registrada en los últimos veinte años, según datos estatales.
These are the 10 best school districts in Connecticut, according to Niche rankings

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

These are the top ten school districts in Connecticut, according to the ranking website Niche. Niche ranked more than 100 school districts statewide for the " 2025 Best School Districts," based on various factors such as federal data, reviews, state test scores and graduation rates. Of the top ten districts on the list, six are located in the southwestern corner of the state. 1.
These are the 10 best school districts in Connecticut, according to Niche rankings

3 weeks ago | greenwichtime.com | Natasha Sokoloff

These are the top ten school districts in Connecticut, according to the ranking website Niche. Niche ranked more than 100 school districts statewide for the "2025 Best School Districts," based on various factors such as federal data, reviews, state test scores and graduation rates. Of the top ten districts on the list, six are located in the southwestern corner of the state. Article continues below this ad1.
How Connecticut's new $55.8 billion budget plan impacts education in the state

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

With a two-year, $55.8 billion budget plan making its way to Gov. Ned Lamont's desk, here's what you need to know about what it means for education in Connecticut. 1. School district funding Throughout the legislative session, funding for local school districts has been a major conversation as education advocates and leaders plead for more state support.
These are the 10 best public high schools in Connecticut, rankings say

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

The majority of the top ten best public high schools in Connecticut are located in Fairfield County, according to new statewide education rankings. Niche, a website that curates rankings and reviews for public and private schools across the country, has ranked the best schools in Connecticut for 2025. Schools earn a grade based on categories including academics, diversity, clubs and activities, sports, resources and facilities and more.
List of sanctuary city list with 6 CT cities removed from government website

3 weeks ago | ctinsider.com | Natasha Sokoloff

A list of supposed "sanctuary" cities that President Donald Trump's administration says are non-compliant with federal immigration laws have been removed from a federal government website after criticism. The list, which included six Connecticut municipalities, was posted Thursday on the federal Department of Homeland Security website. But on Sunday, there was a "Page Not Found" message in its place.
List of sanctuary city list with 6 CT cities removed from government website

3 weeks ago | registercitizen.com | Natasha Sokoloff

An aerial perspective of the New Haven Green on June 15,2012. Hearst Connecticut Media file photoA list of supposed “sanctuary” cities that President Donald Trump's administration says are non-compliant with federal immigration laws have been removed from a federal government website after criticism. The list, which included six Connecticut municipalities, was posted Thursday on the federal Department of Homeland Security website. But on Sunday, there was a "Page Not Found" message in its place.