Algiere Confirmed to Board of Education Seat
Former state representative Dennis Algiere receives confirmation for his appointment to the Rhode Island Board of Education. Source: thewesterlysun.com
President Maribeth Calabro
New Attendance Policy Takes Effect Across RI Next School Year
Rhode Island implements stricter attendance requirements that could result in grade-level retention for students with excessive absences beginning next academic year. Source: turnto10.com
Steiny: Tough Decisions Pending for Public Charter Schools
Education columnist warns public charter schools considering unionization to carefully weigh the potential consequences and challenges ahead. Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com
Warwick Teachers Rally During City Budget Hearing (Video)
Warwick teachers organized a public rally during the city's budget hearing to advocate for increased education funding and improved working conditions. Source: youtube.com
Lawmakers Seek Answers to Faulty School Funding Estimates
Rhode Island lawmakers are demanding explanations for significant errors in school funding calculations that have impacted district budgets statewide. Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com