Barrington Science Scores Take Big Dip

The most recent NECAP science test scores in Barrington show a 'statistically significant' decrease from a year earlier, although the students still rank #2 in RI.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Which RI College Best Bang for Buck?

A new study ranks RI's universities in terms of lifetime return on investment.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Barrington High Boasts 6 National Merit Semifinalists -- Tops Among RI Public Schools

Only two private schools in RI had more National Merit semifinalists.

Barrington Students Tumble Food Waste Into Compost

Sowams Elementary School pupils lead the way in turning lunch food waste into nutrients for its garden beds.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Teacher's Firing Supported by RI Commissioner

RI Education Commissioner Deborah Gist says the Barrington administration's decision in 2011 was "good and just...'

School Committee to Hold Rare Tuesday Night Meeting

The Barrington school board meets tonight, Sept. 3, at the same time as the Town Council in Town Hall.

St. Luke's School's 8th-Graders Getting iPads

The Catholic school in West Barrington will put iPads in the hands of all its students over the next few years.

Barrington High School Gets #1 Rank

Rhode Island Monthly magazine ranks the local high school as the best in the state.

Kids Go Back to School in Barrington

The Barrington Public Schools opened their doors for a new year today, Aug. 26.

See 2013 School Bus Schedules

Barrington schools open next Monday, Aug. 26; see the bus schedules here.

Plan to Add 'All-Day K' Next Year Announced by Superintendent

Superintendent Michael Messore says Task Force will focus on adding an all-day kindergarten program by September, 2014.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Victory Field Given Another 'Boost'

Press Release From School Board to Stress Its Support of All-Day Kindergarten

The Barrington School Committee is working on a press release it hopes will correct misperceptions it sees in the community about all-day kindergarten.

School Board to Get Update on Middle School

Barrington School Committee meets tonight at 7 in Town Hall -- 30 minutes earlier than usual.

No 'All-Day K' For Barrington in Fall, But Maybe by January

The Barrington School Committee asks the superintendent to look at the financial feasibility of starting full-day kindergarten in mid-year next year after fending off hours of demands by parents.

School Starts in 5 Weeks: 10 Tips for Back-to-School Shopping

Here's what you need to do to get ready for the new school year in Barrington.

School Starts in 5 Weeks: 10 Tips for Back-to-School Shopping

Here's what you need to do to get ready for the new school year in Barrington.

Synthetic Marijuana Banned From Store Shelves

Rhode Island bill banning 'K2' and other synthetic 'pot' products is signed into law by the governor; state is one of last to ban the 'nasty stuff.'

Barrington Students Earn National Award

Stephen Forte and Teddy Ni brought home a third-place award from a national Future Business Leaders of America conference.

Barrington Schools Get Their Annual 'Report Cards' from RIDE

Three of Barrington's schools are considered 'leading', three are considered 'typical' by the RI Department of Education's measurements.

New 'Student Rep' on Barrington School Board Takes Seat

Junior Timothy Connor takes over for Faith Moses as Barrington High School's representative to the School Committee.

Viewers in 10 Countries Watched Graduation

You can still watch the 2013 graduation exercises for Barrington High School online at the Eagle New Network or on the cable TV networks.

Pennies for Patients Add Up for Hampden Meadows Kids

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society recognizes the school as the top fundraiser in RI.

Members of BHS Class of 2013

See the list of the 242 members of the Barrington High School Class of 2013 who received diplomas on Sunday afternoon.

Class of 2013 Begins Life as Graduates

Barrington High School handed out 242 diplomas to graduates at a glorious Sunday afternoon ceremony at Victory Field.

View '13 Graduation Ceremony

The Sunrise Show on the Eagle News Network will broadcast today's graduation ceremony at 2 pm.

No 'All-Day K' For Barrington in Fall, But Maybe by January

The Barrington School Committee asks the superintendent to look at the financial feasibility of starting full-day kindergarten in mid-year next year after fending off hours of demands by parents.

Can School Board Insert 'All-Day K' Into Next Year's Budget?

The Barrington School Committee heard widespread support for full-day kindergarten next year at the Financial Town Meeting with or without more money.

Thank Teacher With STAR From BEF

The Barrington Education Foundation again is offering STARs (Staff, Teacher Appreciation Recognition) for you to thank your favorite teacher or staff member.

View Hearn Talk About Education

Rep. Joy Hearn of Barrington and East Providence is a new member of the New England Board of Higher Education; she talks here about RI higher ed and the state's controversial graduation requirements.

Nayatt Playground Takes on New Look

PTO volunteers and members of the family of the late Emma Ferreira at Nayatt School spend part of their holiday weekend finishing off the playground in her memory.

TELL US: Should School Safety Plans Be Made Public?

The Rhode Island Senate passed two bills last week to improve school safety, but the bills also make safety plans exempt from public records. What do you think? Should these plans be made public?

FTM Voters Nix Amendment to Add Cash to School Budget

The amendment for $633,000 was to help the School Committee add all-day kindergarten next fall; voters opt to stick with the appropriations committee recommendation for all town budgets.

'Special Educators' Shown Some Love

The Barrington Special Education Advisory Committee hosts its first ever 'Special Educator Appreciation Event' in the library.

Board Of Ed's Mancuso On Tests, Teachers, Gist

Eva-Marie Mancuso, RI's new Board of Education chair, uses courtroom demeanor to try to convince angry teachers and nervous parents that change is necessary.

School Board Approves Full-Day Kindergarten With Cash Condition

The Barrington School Committee votes 3-2 to start all-day kindergarten next fall if sufficient funds can be found in the budget without having a negative impact on other programs.