RI's Grab-And-Go School Meal Program Extended Through 2020

Breakfast and lunch are available to all children aged 18 or under.

'RI Is Truly Back To School' | A Look At The First Few Days

In the first two days of school, 19 coronavirus cases were identified, though none were in clusters.

RI School Coronavirus Testing Program Now Open

Department of Health Director Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott said the state can conduct 5,000 tests per day at 14 Rhode Island locations.

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Coronavirus In RI Schools: Tracker Shows Where, How Many Cases

A new tracker is monitoring the prevalence and location of coronavirus cases at Rhode Island schools.

RI Creates Separate Testing System For Schools

The new testing structure will be able to accommodate up to 4,000 traditional and 1,200 rapid tests daily.

'Kids Belong In School' | RI Schools Green-Lighted For Sept. 14

All school districts in the state, except Providence and Central Falls, can resume fully in-person learning.

Final Decision Expected For RI School Reopening

Gov. Gina Raimondo is expected to make the announcement about whether Rhode Island students will be back in classrooms Sept. 14.

RI Launches Education Operation Center Ahead Of School Reopening

The National Guard will staff the center, which will be similar to emergency operations formed during blizzards and other emergencies.

Fauci Greenlights Reopening RI Schools

"You've all done a real good job [in Rhode Island], keep it up," Fauci said. "We will get out of this, we will get out of it together."

Raimondo Criticizes Warwick For All-Distance Learning Return

The governor told the Warwick School Committee to "Do your job and do better."

'A Little Bit More Time' | RI School Opening Delayed 2 Weeks

Gov. Gina Raimondo said the decision was made to allow districts more time to get ready for a safe return to school.

First Day Of School In Rhode Island Moved To Sept. 14

The last day of school is now scheduled for June 25.

Delayed Start? Raimondo Could Push Back First Day Of School In RI

Gov. Gina Raimondo is expected to discuss the issue at this week's news conference.

RI Schools Reopening: Final Decision Expected Aug. 16

State officials are working to get Rhode Island ready for in-person classes in the fall.

Rhode Island Teachers Rally Against Plan To Reopen Schools

Protesters drove through downtown Providence holding signs reading "I cannot teach if I'm dead" and "this plan will kill."

'In Person, In School, Is The Best Option': RI Tackles Reopening

The Rhode Island Department of Education and top state officials are working to get kids back in schools at the end of August.

Rhode Island Gears Up For In-Person School In The Fall

All districts will be required to submit multiple plans to the Department of Education by July 17.

What To Expect When RI Schools Reopen

"I am setting a goal that in Rhode Island will return to full, in-person school this fall," Gov. Gina Raimondo said.

Lottery Open For Rhode Island State Preschool

Applications will be accepted through July 5.

'This Could Be The End Of Snow Days': Raimondo On Schools

The Rhode Island Department of Education is expected to make a decision about the fall semester next week.

Honoring The Class Of 2020: Rhode Island Patch Virtual Yearbook

Honor the Class of 2020 with Patch's virtual yearbook.

Salute 2020 Cranston Grads With Patch's Virtual Yearbook

Share a photo and special message to your Class of 2020 grad.

Coronavirus In RI: Raimondo Closes Schools For Rest Of Year

Rhode Island schools will continue distance learning for the remainder of the school year.

Coronavirus: Raimondo Expected To Extend Distance Learning

Gov. Gina Raimondo will announce that students will not return to classrooms this school year, according to reports.

Changes Made To Grab And Go Meals: Coronavirus In Cranston

The Cranston School Department has adjusted the schedule for grab-and-go meals while schools are closed.

Coronavirus In Rhode Island: Distance Learning Day 1

Check out these photos from around Rhode Island as students adjust to at-home learning during the coronavirus pandemic.

Schools Across RI Prepare For Online Learning: Coronavirus

"We want to provide the stability and certainty that school can and will happen," Commissioner Infante-Green said.

One Of RI's New Coronavirus Cases Is Cranston West Student

All students, faculty and staff are asked to self-quarantine for 14 days.

Coronavirus In RI: Schools Asked To Submit Online Learning Plans

Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green​ ordered all districts to submit plans for online learning by March 19.

4 More RI Colleges Move Online Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Rhode Island School of Design, Brown University, the Community College of Rhode Island and Rhode Island College will move to online classes.

RI College Cancels Large Events Over Coronavirus Concerns

All gatherings of 100 people or more will not be held until at least April.

3 Brown University Students Tested For Coronavirus

The university has suspended all planned travel, both domestic and international, while gatherings of 100 people or more have been canceled.

Senate Approves Field Trip Funding Bill

The bill, sponsored by Senator Hanna Gallo, would allow school districts to fund trips through their budget, but not charge parents.

RI Lawmaker Calls For Free Period Products In Public Schools

The bill would require all gender-neutral and women's bathrooms to be stocked with the products for students in sixth through 12 grade.

Rhode Island Lawmakers Address Field Trip Controversy

One bill, approved by the House education committee, would allow districts to charge for field trips, while the Senate version would not.

Cranston Students Named In URI's 2019 Fall Dean's Lis

244 Cranston students were included among 6,000 fellow undergraduates in the Fall 2019 Dean's List.

RI Bar Foundation Offering $25k Law School Scholarships

Two first-year law students will receive $25,000 grants from the Thomas F. Black, Jr. scholarship fund.

Rhode Island Teacher One Of 40 In U.S. To Earn National Award

Special Education Teacher Jennifer Paolantonio​ is the only teacher in Rhode Island and one of just 40 in the country to earn the award.

Parents and educators weigh in on plan for improving RI schools

A long-term education planning committee​ convened by the Rhode Island Foundation wanted advice for a 10-year plan for public education.