McKee joins local leaders for RI Summer Learning Week

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Governor Dan McKee joined local education leaders to kick off Rhode Island’s Summer Learning Week, part of the Learn365 program. McKee highlighted three summer STEM programs across the greater Providence area, as students worked with the North Providence Police Department and General Dynamics Electric Boat to bring STEM into classrooms. “It’s … Read more

Officials highlight learning gaps as United Way kicks off ‘Summer Learning Initiative’

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — United Way of Rhode Island kicked off its 6-week summer learning initiative this week. In collaboration with and offered in five communities, the organization and its partners said they are hoping to bring attention to the important and value of the program, and sounding the alarm that thousands more would participate … Read more

United Way kicks off “Summer Learning Initiative,” officials highlight learning gap in other communities

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — United Way of Rhode Island kicked off its summer learning initiative today. In collaboration with and offered in five communities, the organization and its partners said they are hoping to bring attention to the important and value of the program, and sounding the alarm that thousands more would participate if a … Read more

7 communities receive grants to boost learning centers

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — A total of $26.9 million in grants are being awarded to seven Rhode Island communities to create and renovate community learning centers. Governor Dan McKee’s office announced the second round of grants in the Learn365RI initiative on Tuesday. SEE ALSO: Free summer meals now available to kids across Providence “The community … Read more