The surprise announcement in February that the South Providence school would close roiled the community, as students and teachers said they weren’t given any opportunity for input before the decision was made. Students walked out of class to protest the closure, and the Providence City Council and Providence School Board both passed resolutions opposing it. … Read more
But after just one year, Providence will shorten its school day this fall, subtracting the extra 30 minutes from the schedule. Elementary schools will revert back to 6 hours and 15 minutes per day, while middle and high school will go back to 6 hours and 45 minutes. The decision comes down to money, Superintendent … Read more
But after just one year, Providence will shorten its school day this fall, subtracting the extra 30 minutes from the schedule. Elementary schools will revert back to 6 hours and 15 minutes per day, while middle and high school will go back to 6 hours and 45 minutes. The decision comes down to money, Superintendent … Read more
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island families can now apply for free or reduced-cost breakfast and lunches for the upcoming school year. The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) has started accepting Meal Benefit Applications (MBA). RIDE estimated that roughly 58% of school lunches in Rhode Island are served for free or at a reduced … Read more
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department of Education will hold several events to assist families in completing applications for free or reduced-price meals for the 2024-25 school year. These events will be held throughout July and August in the following locations: State Parks Beavertail State Park – Beavertail Rd., Jamestown 07/27/24: 10 a.m. to 1 … Read more
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By EMILY SWANSON The Jerilyn Sewing School in Cranston held its annual fashion show June 18 at The Gamm Theatre. The show was the 18th for the school and has taken off since its debut. Admission to the show is a canned good to be donated to the RI Community Food Bank. “We have been … Read more
By EMILY SWANSON The Jerilyn Sewing School in Cranston held its annual fashion show June 18 at The Gamm Theatre. The show was the 18th for the school and has taken off since its debut. Admission to the show is a canned good to be donated to the RI Community Food Bank. “We have been … Read more