Rhode Island Education Commissioner Angelica Infante-Green announces a new statewide attendance retention policy that could result in students being held back if they are chronically absent, missing 18 or more school days. The policy takes effect across Rhode Island and includes three specific criteria that families must meet to avoid grade retention. Source: youtube.com

Rhode Island schools are implementing new policies this academic year targeting two critical issues: addressing teacher shortages and supporting student mental health. Each district must now create a Student Safety and Behavioral Health Committee to review supports, set procedures, and identify resources for students with mental health and behavioral challenges. Source: msn.com

Rhode Island assembles a 17-member task force to address the educational challenges facing foster children, who have significantly lower high school graduation rates compared to their peers, developing strategies to improve academic outcomes and support systems. Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com

Educational experts explore the evolving concept of AI literacy in K-12 education, addressing challenges in curriculum development and teaching students essential skills for navigating artificial intelligence technology in academic and professional settings. Source: the74million.org

Analysis of the growing movement to ban phones in schools across the United States, examining whether these policies effectively address student distraction and mental health concerns, with implications for Rhode Island school districts considering similar measures. Source: the74million.org