Settlement

Students, district reach settlement over 360 High School closure

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Nearly three months after families filed a federal lawsuit over the controversial closure of 360 High School, a settlement has been reached between the families, school district and education department. Families and staff at 360 High School and Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex learned in February state education leaders planned to close 360 High School … Read more

Settlement reached in suit over closure of Providence high school

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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