Rhode Island Treasurer Calls For Vaccine Requirements In Schools

Seth Magaziner called it "dangerous and unacceptable" that some adults will be returning to schools without a COVID-19 vaccine.

Amid Bus Driver Shortages, Cranston Schools Ask For More Dropoffs

Parents and guardians who are able to are asked to drive their students to and from school to reduce demand for busing.

Gov. McKee Issues Mask Mandate For All RI Public Schools

"Children under the age of 12 cannot get vaccinated," Gov. Dan McKee said. "That's why masking is critical in schools."

No RI Back-To-School Plans Without Mask Mandates: K-12 Council

The council approved the mask mandate, despite the state Department of Education likely not having the authority to do so.

RI Holding Back-To-School, Community Vaccine Clinics

More than 100 back-to-school COVID-19 vaccine clinics will be held across the state between now and mid-September.

Gov. McKee Urges RI School Districts To Require Masks

Gov. McKee hasn't mandated masks in Rhode Island schools, but he said nearly 80 percent of districts are already requiring them.

Cranston Schools Requiring Masks Regardless of Vaccination Status

Many parents were divided on the mask mandate​ issued by the Cranston School Committee on Monday night.

Back To School: Cranston 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in Cranston can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

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Mask Mandates 'Strongly Recommended' In RI Schools This Fall

Following the latest guidance from the CDC, state leaders encouraged universal mask-wearing in schools, regardless of vaccination status.

Summer Food Service Program Offers Free Meals To RI Students

More than 200 meals sites were set up in qualifying communities across Rhode Island.

New Law Requires Civics Proficiency In Rhode Island High Schools

Starting with the graduating class of 2023, students must show they understand how their government works.

RI Lawmakers Allow Kids To Bring Sunscreen To Schools

The bill exempts sunscreen from rules surrounding medications that require a note from a doctor or a visit to the school nurse.

2021 College Aid: How Cranston Area Compares In Application Rates

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Masks, Distancing Rules: New Guidance For RI Schools

Fully vaccinated students will no longer be required to wear a mask and districts will no longer be required to offer distance learning.

Rhode Island's School Reopening Guidance To Be Announced June 30

Gov. Dan McKee, along with the departments of health and education will outline the new guidance for the 2021-22 school year at 9 a.m.

Rhode Island's PreK Lottery Deadline Extended To July 11

More than 2,300 slots across 13 communities are available to children who turn 4 years old by Sept. 1.

RIC, CCRI Join List Of Colleges Requiring COVID-19 Vaccine

Two more colleges in Rhode Island are requiring students to get a COVID-19 vaccine before returning to campus in the fall.

Cranston Student Wins 4-Year Scholarship Named For Roger Williams

Jayson Rodriguez, a Cranston resident, plans to attend New York University to study photography, Africana studies and literature.

RI Dept. Of Education Names Interim Providence Superintendent

Dr. Javier Montanez, the current principal Leviton Dual Language School, will temporarily step in to fill the vacancy.

Plans For Full Return To In-Person School In RI This Fall

Gov. Dan McKee said he hopes to announce concrete plans for the 2021-22 school year July 1.

RI's 2021 College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship Winners

Seven high school seniors in Rhode Island were awarded National Merit Scholarships through a college or university.

Bill Making RI Promise Scholarship Permanent Heads To Governor

Both the House and Senate approved the legislation to make the program, in place since 2017, permanent.

7 More RI Students Win National Merit Scholarships

The students were given $2,500 National Merit scholarships.

Salute Your 2021 Graduate On Cranston Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Cranston Patch.

Johnson And Wales Latest RI College To Require COVID-19 Vaccine

All students will be required to show proof that they are fully vaccinated before returning to campus in the fall.

College Financial Aid Applications In Cranston Area: Compare To RI

See how college aid applications changed for Cranston area high schools.

Several RI Universities To Require Coronavirus Vaccines

Brown University and Roger Williams University will both require students to get their COVID-19 shot before returning to campus in the fall.

RI's AP Test Pass Rates More Than Doubled In The Last Decade

The state's AP test pass rate rose from 10.8 percent in 2010 to more than 25 percent in 2020.

In Cranston Area, Share Of College Grads Increasing

The share of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been increasing. See the data for Providence County.

Rhode Island Teachers Eligible For Coronavirus Vaccine At CVS

Educators are eligible at the pharmacy due to President Joe Biden's directive.

Online Tutoring Service Available Free To Rhode Island Students

The state's Department of Education partnered with Schoolhouse.world, which was launched by the founder of Khan Academy.

Proposed Rhode Island Law Would Ban Guns From School Property

"Guns do not belong in schools, and private citizens have no business bringing a gun on school property," the bill's sponsor said.

Rhode Island Schools To Stagger Return After Holiday Break

The Rhode Island Department of Education urged students, teachers and staff to avoid gatherings and "follow the rules" during the break.

Cranston Schools Move To Distance Learning Until January

Students will learn from home through the end of the calendar year, starting later this week.

RI Teachers Call For Pause To In-Person Learning

Two Rhode Island teachers unions called for schools to take a holiday pause to in-person learning over coronavirus concerns.

'We Need Your Help' | RI Issues Call For Substitute Teachers

The governor called for retired teachers to consider stepping up, especially to support distance learning.

Brown University, Providence College Begin Reopening Process

This week will be "one of transition" at Providence College, which issued a stay-at-home order after more than 100 cases of coronavirus.

Johnson And Wales Moves Online Following 38 Coronavirus Cases

All students are asked to get tested this week, the university said in a statement.

School Coronavirus Testing In Rhode Island: What To Know

There has been some confusion surrounding the state's coronavirus testing system, Gov. Gina Raimondo said.