RI Communities Offer Students Meals During Coronavirus Shutdown

Cities and towns around the state have opened "grab and go" stations to help keep kids fed during the weeklong school closure.

Newport City Council To Interview School Committee Candidates

Eight people will be interviewed on March 4 and 5, starting at 5:30 p.m.

Bullet Prompts Shelter In Place In Middletown School: Patch PM

Also: Senate approves plastic bag ban | Portsmouth Police Department receives $11,000 grant | more.

Newport School Committee Seeks Candidates To Fill Vacant Seat

Interested Newport residents can submit their letters of interest by February 21.

RI Lawmakers Tackle Field Trip Controversy: Patch PM

Also: New details emerge about RI state police crash | February vacations at Rhode Island schools | more.

February Vacations At Rhode Island Schools

Not all Rhode Island students have a full week off for February vacation.

Newport Students Named In URI's 2019 Fall Dean's List

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

Newport School Committee Member Announces Resignation

Kathleen submitted her letter of resignation, effective immediately, to Chairman Raymond Gomes.

New Superintendent Named To Providence Schools: Patch PM

Also: Bill proposes ban on balloon releases | Adoptable pet spotlight: Bailey | Extraordinary women exhibit closing in Middletown.

2020's Top Schools In Rhode Island: Niche

A search list from Niche shows 100 of the top schools in Rhode Island.

Bill Would Allow RI Schools To Again Charge For Field Trips

The legislation comes in the wake of last year's controversial ruling from the Rhode Island Department of Education.

Chariho Mourns Loss Of Superintendent Barry Ricci: Patch PM

Also: holiday recycling reminders | Environmental police catch Burrillville poachers | Adoptable pet spotlight.

Nearly Half Of RI High Schoolers Say They've Tried Vaping

According to new data from the Rhode Island Department of Health, the number of students who frequently vape has nearly tripled since 2017.

State Takeover Of Providence Schools Begins: Patch PM

Also: Richmond recovery following campground shooting | Training exercise to affect Bristol traffic | more.

This Is The Best College In Rhode Island: WalletHub

WalletHub ranked the top colleges and universities in Rhode Island and across the country.

State To Take Over Providence Schools: Patch PM

Also: East Providence man charged in connection with vacation scam | Narragansett skunk tests positive for rabies | more.

The Menace Of Bullying: What RI Parents Are Saying

A Patch survey shows broad concern about the extent of bullying in schools and frustration that school policies don’t fully address it.

RI's Best Teachers Are At These Public Schools: Niche

These 50 public schools have the best teachers in the state, according to Niche.

Bullying In Newport: Share Your Stories With Patch

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and Patch is taking a look at the impact of bullying in Rhode Island.

Gov. Raimondo Ceremonially Signs Student Loan Bill Of Rights

Attorney General Peter Neronha, Treasurer Seth Magaziner and more spoke out in the law's favor.

Journalist Is Rhode Islanders' Dream Profession: Report

What did you want to be when you were young?

'Be Truthful, Not Neutral,' Amanpour Tells URI: Patch PM

Also: Dunkin' Donuts sued over customer hack | Cranston Library holing passport night | Central Falls man charged with selling cocaine.

Blue Ribbon Schools: 3 In Rhode Island Make The List

A total of 362 schools in the U.S. earned the coveted title for 2019.

Rhode Island Named Among Worst States For Teachers: Patch PM

Also: Newport Harbor Lights winners announced | Coventry fire district wins federal grant | Rhode Island gas prices rise.

RI Ranked Among Worst States For Teachers

A new report ranked all 50 states based on quality of career for teachers. Rhode Island found itself in the bottom half.

URI Community Mourns Loss Of Student: Patch PM

Also: East Providence police rally around ill officer | Water pipeline repairs planned | Tiverton launches camera registration program.

56 RI Seniors Are National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists

Semi-finalists for the scholarship were announced on Wednesday.

Best Colleges In Rhode Island: U.S. News Rankings 2020

You know about Brown, but what about the rest? Nine top Rhode Island colleges made the new rankings released by U.S. News.

Rhode Island One Of The Costliest Places To Get A Degree: Report

Rhode Island ranks 42 out of 51 in a new ranking of the cheapest states to get a college degree.

Newport Police Issue 87 Tickets During Pedestrian Safety Campaign

The 60-day campaign focused on drivers failing to stop at pedestrian crosswalks.

Back-To-School Safety Tips For Kids, Parents And Drivers

As the new school year looms, the American Red Cross of Rhode Island has tips for families and the public to have a safe year.

This Is How Much RI Teachers Spend On Their Own Supplies

Teachers in Rhode Island spend the sixth most on average of any state's educators in the nation.

These 7 Colleges Are The Best In Rhode Island: Forbes

It's just about college season. One Rhode Island school made Forbes' top 10 list.

Here’s The Law In Rhode Island About Passing Stopped School Buses

The year 2018 stands as a deadly reminder of the importance of obeying school bus stop-arm laws in Rhode Island.

Newport Schools: 5 Important Dates For The Upcoming Year

From the first day of school to days off, here are five dates to know heading into the new school year.

Top 23 Schools Districts In Rhode Island For 2020: New Rankings

The best school districts in Rhode Island for the upcoming school year has been ranked by Niche. See the top 23 here.

Providence Schools Getting A Facelift Before New Year: Patch PM

Also: Jamestown man completes island swim | Gas prices drop 2 cents | Volunteers needed for Woonsocket cemetery cleanup.

Interim Superintendent Takes Over Providence Schools: Patch PM

Also: Latest RI beach closures | Newport Jazz Festival guide | Roger Williams Zoo holding elephant house tours.

Newport Festivals Foundation Announces Long-Term Commitment to S

Newport Festivals Foundation Provides Financial Support to Music Departments at Pell, Thompson, Rogers High School

Coventry Superintendent Sets Sights On School Repairs: Patch PM

Also: Early-morning injury injures one | Three-Bedroom Condo Goes On The Market For $1.3M | 'Hamilton' Ticket Scams Abound