Woonsocket High School Closed Thursday Due To Gas Leak

It's not yet clear what caused the gas leak or when the Woonsocket High School will reopen to students.

Woonsocket Mayor Signs Commitment To Increase Out-Of-School Learning

By joining Learn365RI, Woonsocket will aim to improve its RICAS scores to Massachusetts levels, improve school attendance and more.

Here's Why Emily Was Shouted Out As A Star Student In Woonsocket

We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts, or volunteer service. Here's one from Woonsocket.

Star Students: Help Us Recognize Extraordinary Students In Woonsocket

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Woonsocket with contributions big and small.

5 RI Elementary Students Hospitalized After Eating Weed Gummies

One of the students found the edibles in their mother's bedroom​​, according to police.

College Financial Aid Applications In Woonsocket Area: Compare To RI

See how FAFSA applications changed for Woonsocket area high schools.

Woonsocket Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Congratulating The Class Of 2021: Cordelia Leger Of Woonsocket

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Woonsocket Student Receives $1k RI Board of Realtors Scholarship

Aalyiah Reynolds, a senior at Woonsocket High School, is one of two students to receive the award.

Saluting The Class Of 2021: Ethan McGovern Of WHS / WACTC

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.

Salute Your 2021 Graduate On Woonsocket Patch

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

2021 College Aid: How Woonsocket Area Compares In Application Rates

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Woonsocket area high schools have done so far.

Woonsocket Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it’s changed in Providence County.

Woonsocket Students Will Learn Remotely Starting Nov. 30

The superintendent has announced that the entire Woonsocket school district will switch to remote learning after Thanksgiving.

Woonsocket Mayor Calls For High School Graduation 'Ceremony'

Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt called on the school department to come with a creative idea to offer a "meaningful" graduation ceremony.

Salute 2020 Woonsocket Grads With Patch's Virtual Yearbook

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

Coronavirus: Brown, CVS Donate To RI Distance-Learning Campaign

CVS Health has pledged $150,000 to buy 750 Chromebook laptops that will go toward helping Woonsocket Public Schools.

Woonsocket Elementary Schools To Start 'High 5 Fridays'

Students at Woonsocket elementary schools will end their school weeks with high fives from police and firefighters.

3 Rhode Island Schools Selected To Receive New Fitness Centers

Slater Middle School in Pawtucket, Pothier-Citizens’ Elementary in Woonsocket and Gilbert Stuart Middle School in Providence​ were selected.

Staff Absences, Not Snow, Closed Woonsocket Schools Friday

School Supt. Patrick McGee posted the news on the school's website.

RI School Closings For Friday

Here are school closings for Friday from the RI Broadcasters Association. Please click on the post to see updates.

Woonsocket Marks National Bullying Prevention Month

Learn more about National Bullying Prevention Month and how the school district prevents bullying.

Woonsocket School Calendar 2018-19: First Day Of School And More

When's the first day of school in Woonsocket? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

CCRI To Visit Woonsocket

The school will have info for people of all ages on July 23.

Mock Car Crash To Be Staged At Woonsocket High

The point of the exercise is to warn the seniors about the risks of drinking and driving.

Rhode Island Foundation awards scholarship to Woonsocket teen

Mount St. Charles senior Coura Fall won the four-year, renewable scholarship through the Carter Roger Williams Initiative.

Beacon Charter Names District Teacher Of The Year

Jamie Miller, an Engish teacher at the middle school, is this year's nominee.

Three Beacon Students Earn First Place At State SkillsUSA Event

Kennedy Chartier, Jada Nichols, and Mary Melo were winners.

RI School Closings For March 8: Who Gets A Snow Day?

Here is the list of closings and delays for Thursday, March 8, as of 8 a.m. Please click on the post to see the latest updates.

Woonsocket Grad Makes Dean's List at Robert Morris University-IL

Robert Morris University Illinois Announces its Dean's List for the Winter Quarter

State Health Investigates Fruit That Sent Students To ER

An "allergic-type reaction" to fruit served in the schools sent several students to emergency rooms, the state health department said.

RI School Closings For Feb 7: Early Dismissals

Here is the list of schools closing early per Rhode Island Broadcasters Association.

Should Facebook Institute See Children's School Data?

Some parents are unhappy their children are being included in a Facebook-supported learning program and want to have a say about it.

Beacon Theatre Workshop Announces Winter Production

The Merchant Of Venice will be performed Jan. 11-14.

Former Senior-Junior High Makes National List Of Historic Places

It's been closed for years, but the school also has been tagged as one of the most haunted places in Rhode Island.

Honor Roll: Beacon Charter Schools

Here are the students who made honor roll for the first quarter.

Bay View Field Hockey Coach Named Coach Of The Year

Hilary Switzer, was named the Division I 2017 Coach of the Year by the Rhode Island Field Hockey Coaches Association.

Woonsocket Schools Winter Schedule: So Many Days Off!

Good news for students, bad news for parents. See the vacation schedules over the next few months.

Beacon Charter Schools To Present Honors At 5th Annual Gala

Bert Crenca will receive the Vanguard of the Arts award.

Woonsocket School Calendar 2017-18: First Day Of School, Vacations, Conferences

When's the first day of school in Woonsocket? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.