Region 16 Schools

08/21/2026

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible community partners, local businesses, and generous families!

Long River Middle School was recently gifted an abundance of brand-new school supplies to help set our students up for a successful school year. We extend a Big Shout Out and Thank You to Wendy Hopkinson and Cher Michaud for reaching out and organizing this effort to make it all happen for Long River.

THANK YOU to our wonderful donors:

The Phoenix Club of Beacon Falls (formerly the Lioness Club)

Saint Michael’s Church

Beacon Falls Congregational Church

Local Beacon Falls businesses & generous community families

Thanks to these incredible contributions, we have received a full array of essential supplies, including:

Loose-leaf paper, binders, pocket folders, index cards, and post-it notes

Pencil pouches, pencils, pens, highlighters, colored pencils, glue sticks, and dry-erase markers

Backpacks, lunch boxes, and tissues

While the photo attached only captures a fraction of what was contributed, please know that every single item makes a meaningful difference for our school. We are immensely grateful for the continued support and care shown to our students.

Note for Parents & Families:

If your child is in need of any of these items to kick off the school year, please have them reach out to their school counselor once we return to school next week. We are here to ensure every student has what they need!

08/19/2026

Welcome to the Woodland family, Class of 2030! 🎉

Huge thanks to everyone who made today’s Freshman Orientation such a massive success! The energy in the building was incredible, and we are so excited to watch this incoming class make their mark over the next four years.

A massive shoutout to the WRHS Student Government for their incredible leadership, hard work, and school spirit in organizing and running today's event. 🦅✨

08/14/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Woodland Hall of Fame inductees!💛🖤

08/13/2026

6th Grade Locker Orientation is always one of our favorite days of the year!

This morning, we welcomed 145 incoming 6th graders to Long River Middle School for a brief presentation, PTO information, gym uniform sizing, and—of course—some practice working those new locker combinations.

A special thank you to the amazing high school students who volunteered their time to give back and help our newest Wildcats. They assisted students with lockers, helped them navigate their schedules, and showed them where their classes will be located.

Reminder, if you were not able to make it this morning, the alternate date and time is August 24th from between 12:30pm and 1:30pm.

08/11/2026

Mr. Brennan posted a school update to Regional School District 16:

Password Resets and Protection Plan

Password resets will take place this Saturday for all returning R16 students in grade 2-12. I will resend the password sheets later today, and again on Friday. Please save the PDF because the download link will expire.

The 26-27 Device Protection Plan is available for purchase using Linq Connect for students in grades 5 through 12. The plan cost remains $35 and convers up to two incidents of accidental damage. Please see our website for more information on what the plan does, and does not, cover.

08/07/2026

Join the Region 16 Team: Supporting Excellence in Our Schools.

Region 16 Public Schools invites parents and community members to become an integral part of our educational environment. We are currently seeking dedicated individuals for several substitute positions within our district. This is a rewarding opportunity to support local students and gain flexible experience in a professional setting.

Available Opportunities & Requirements
Substitute Teachers: Assist in maintaining instructional continuity. Per diem positions are available; while a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, it is not required for consideration.
Substitute Paraprofessionals & Lunch Aides: Provide essential classroom and lunchtime support. No college degree is required for these roles.

Substitute Nurses: Ensure the health and safety of our students. Applicants must hold a current Connecticut RN license and a degree from an accredited institution.
Building Substitute Teachers: Steady placements are currently available at Laurel Ledge and Prospect Elementary Schools. A Bachelor’s Degree is required.

Application Process
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply via our online portal. To begin your application, please visit the Human Resources section of our website:
www.region16ct.org

08/04/2026

07/08/2026

Celebrating Excellence at Long River Middle School!

We are incredibly proud to recognize Mr. Steve Ruhl, our outstanding 8th grade Social Studies teacher at Long River Middle School, for receiving the Teacher of the Year Award from The Society of the Cincinnati.

Founded by officers of the Continental Army following the American Revolution, The Society of the Cincinnati is one of the nation's oldest historical organizations. Its mission is to preserve and promote the history and ideals of the American Revolution while recognizing excellence in teaching this important period of American history.

This prestigious honor was presented during the Society's annual ceremony, attended by members from across the United States—including California, Washington, and many other states.

As part of this recognition, Mr. Ruhl has also been invited to participate in the Society's highly selective Institute for Teachers next summer, where he will conduct research and deepen his knowledge of the American Revolution alongside fellow educators from around the country. Only eight teachers nationwide were selected for this remarkable opportunity.

Mr. Ruhl's passion for history, commitment to authentic learning experiences, and dedication to his students are evident every day in his classroom. His enthusiasm inspires curiosity, critical thinking, and a genuine appreciation for our nation's history.

Please join us in congratulating Mr. Steve Ruhl on this well deserved national recognition. We are incredibly fortunate to have him representing Long River Middle School and Region 16.