Gov. Dan McKee said the law is "not only about equity, but an increased access to higher education" for all Rhode Island residents.
More than 100 elementary and middle schools were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.
The school was placed under lockdown "out of an abundance of caution" when a student reported seeing a suspicious person.
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Newport is "back, ready to learn," Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermaine said.
The suit calls for the court to strike down Rhode Island's requirement that all schools have universal indoor masking policies.
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The winners of the 2022 contest will be announced in the spring.
Offers.com compiled a list of online and brick-and-mortar stores that offer savings to teachers.
Parents in Newport can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.
Liza Nunes and Peyton Gardner, both students at William S. Rogers High School in Newport, were two of the four statewide winners.
High school juniors, seniors and incoming CCRI freshman are eligible to take part in the free, two-week program.
Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.
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Xavier Barrios comes to Newport from the Providence School Department.
Before this year's graduates head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.
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FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Newport area high schools have done so far.
By June 5, the state will lift restrictions to allow for up to 300 people outdoors, with more flexibility for dancing.
The percentage of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been rising. Here's how it’s changed in Newport County.
All on-campus students must remain in their dorms except for essential errands until at least Feb. 16.
The school will be remote for the rest of the week due to "a recent increase of positive COVID-19 cases," the superintendent said.
In-person high school classes will be reduced, while all college classes will move online.
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More cases were identified in students and teachers learning from home than in schools, the governor said.
Nearly half of respondents said they did not think the current safety measures will keep school communities safe.
The winners will be announced in spring 2021.
Whether your district is going in person or remote, the 2020-21 school year is a big adjustment for both parents and students.
The first day of school looked a lot different this year, but back-to-school photos will always stay the same.
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Families are asked to fill out forms to request busing for their students and, if they choose, a request for distance learning.
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General Treasurer Seth Magaziner surprised Rogers High School's Maria Tavarozzi during a virtual department meeting.
Seven high school seniors in Rhode Island were awarded National Merit Scholarship sponsored by their intended college or university.
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The 2020 National Merit Scholarships, which are worth $2,500, have been announced.
Both schools will continue online classes for the remainder of the semester and will not hold graduation ceremonies as scheduled.