LYME/OLD LYME—On Tuesday, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools commemorated Veterans Day with a breakfast for local veterans followed by ceremonies in each school incorporating speeches, music and singing to honor all veterans. Students of all ages were involved in the day’s events. Each Veteran was presented with a thoughtful gift (below) from the Middle School student body. After … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Celebrate Veterans Day with Music, Memories, Speeches and Salutations
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TOP STORY: From Lunch Table to Farm: Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Get Behind Expanded Food Recycling Effort
LYME/OLD LYME–For three years, a local farmer has been teaching elementary school students in Lyme how to transform lunch leftovers into plant food. This year, she’ll be expanding her composting program across the Region 18 school district. Baylee Drown, co-owner of Long Table Farm in Lyme, doesn't want the kids from Lyme Consolidated School to have to return to … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: From Lunch Table to Farm: Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Get Behind Expanded Food Recycling Effort
TOP STORY: Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Welcome Back Students, Spirits High Despite ‘Temporary Upheaval’ of Construction
OLD LYME–Preschool teacher Kinny Newman early this week sat at her desk in a Center School classroom preparing for the start of school on Wednesday. Newman, surrounded by rows of signature fern plants, reviewed a class list with instructional assistants Jennifer Martin and Sakura Gemme. Six students on the roster were siblings of previous students, according to the … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Welcome Back Students, Spirits High Despite ‘Temporary Upheaval’ of Construction
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Eligibility Policy for Free/Reduced Price Meals
LYME/OLD LYME—Lyme-Old Lyme Public Schools has announced its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs. For income guidelines for determining eligibility of participants for free and reduced price meals, contact Lyme-Old Lyme Public Schools. Information … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Eligibility Policy for Free/Reduced Price Meals
TOP STORY-UPDATED: First Day of School Unchanged Amid Lyme-Old Lyme Renovation Project
LYME/OLD LYME–UPDATED 8/16 with new photo of driveway (above.) Superintendent of Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Ian Neviaser on Thursday said he’s more confident than ever that schools will reopen on time now that an intensive summertime push is winding down on the $57.5 million renovation project affecting four of the district’s five buildings. Neviaser in a phone interview said … [Read more...] about TOP STORY-UPDATED: First Day of School Unchanged Amid Lyme-Old Lyme Renovation Project
TOP STORY: ‘Dream, Dream, Dream’: Syrian Family Finds Safety in Education From Home in Lyme
LYME, CT–Nine years ago, Syrian refugees Hani and Yaldiz Hamou arrived in Lyme after chasing an education for their three children from war-torn Aleppo to the cold, unwelcoming streets of Turkey. This spring, Kamber Hamou, 25, became the first member of the family to earn a college diploma. His degree in computer science from the University of Connecticut led immediately to … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: ‘Dream, Dream, Dream’: Syrian Family Finds Safety in Education From Home in Lyme
Death Announced of Gina Rivera Hernández de Perez, 55, ‘Beloved Member of Staff’ at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
NEW LONDON—It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gina Rivera Hernández de Perez, 55, of New London. On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Gina passed away peacefully at Backus Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. She faced a courageous battle with cancer, a fight defined by her incredible strength, unwavering spirit, and enduring grace.Born in Mayagüez, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gina Rivera Hernández de Perez, 55, ‘Beloved Member of Staff’ at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
TOP STORY-UPDATED: Ninety-Six ‘Beginner-Level Adults’ From Lyme-Old Lyme High School Begin the Rest of Their Lives
OLD LYME–UPDATED—MANY NEW PHOTOS ADDED. At Lyme-Old Lyme High School's 52nd Annual Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, 96 “beginner level adults” were prepared to be unleashed on the world. Class valedictorian Simon Karpinski directed his speech toward the parents arrayed in hundreds of folding chairs in front of a dais filled with Region 18 District dignitaries. He … [Read more...] about TOP STORY-UPDATED: Ninety-Six ‘Beginner-Level Adults’ From Lyme-Old Lyme High School Begin the Rest of Their Lives
Renovation Project Spurs Summer-Long Closures at Several Old Lyme Schools
LYME-OLD LYME—Region 18 Superintendent of Schools Ian Neviaser today announced the renovation project affecting four of the district’s five schools will result in widespread closures for two months this summer. In a letter to parents, Neviaser said Center School, Mile Creek School and Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School will be closed and inaccessible from June 23 to August … [Read more...] about Renovation Project Spurs Summer-Long Closures at Several Old Lyme Schools
Death Announced of Frank O. Nappi, 86, Former Principal in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank O. Nappi, of Bluffton, SC. Frank was born on June 12, 1938 in Derby, CT, he passed away on May 13, 2025, at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Cynthia; his children: Jennifer (Jay), Frank (Jamie), Allison (Mark), and Linda (Beau); grandchildren ... ; sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews: ... and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Frank O. Nappi, 86, Former Principal in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Senior Christopher B. Gibbons Awarded National Merit Scholarship
OLD LYME–A Lyme-Old Lyme High School senior is among 2,500 National Merit Scholars honored as the most accomplished in their states. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation in a press release identified Christopher B. Gibbons, of Old Lyme, as one of 30 honorees from Connecticut to receive a $2,500 scholarship from the corporation. The winners were … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High School Senior Christopher B. Gibbons Awarded National Merit Scholarship
Kindergarten Registration Open at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
LYME/OLD LYME — Registration for Kindergarten in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools for the fall of 2025 is open at Lyme Consolidated and Mile Creek Schools. Children who will be five years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025 are eligible to register for the 2025-2026 school year. If your child is currently enrolled in the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools preschool program, you do not need to … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Registration Open at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Voters Approve 7.39% Budget Increase for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools by Comfortable Margin
Low Turnout in Rainy Weather LYME/OLD LYME--The Region 18 school district’s $39.7 million 2025-26 budget has gone from proposed to official now that voters in Lyme and Old Lyme have approved the spending plan, which is up 7.39% over the current budget. Unofficial numbers show the budget passed by 457 votes to 297, which reflects 60.6% of voters supporting the budget … [Read more...] about Voters Approve 7.39% Budget Increase for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools by Comfortable Margin
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Board Sends Unchanged Budget Proposal to Tuesday Referendum
OLD LYME–The Region 18 Board of Education on Monday evening unanimously sent the proposed $39.7 million 2025-26 budget to referendum unchanged despite calls from several residents to take money out of its reserve funds to reduce the impact on taxpayers going forward. The referendum will be held Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m. Old Lyme residents and qualified taxpayers will … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Board Sends Unchanged Budget Proposal to Tuesday Referendum