Algiere Confirmed to Board of Education Seat
Former state representative Dennis Algiere receives confirmation for his appointment to the Rhode Island Board of Education. Source: thewesterlysun.com
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E Greenwich Teachers Ask Town to Allocate More for Schools (Video)
East Greenwich teachers present their case to town officials requesting increased funding allocation for school programs and staff support. Source: youtube.com
Technologists : More Details Needed on AI K-12 Executive Order
Technology experts have welcomed the recent executive order on implementing AI in K-12 schools but have called for more specific guidelines and implementation details. Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com
Madam President: RI Senate Picks Lawson to Lead
The Rhode Island Senate has elected Senator Lawson as its new President, making history as she takes leadership with Senator Ciccone as her second-in-command. Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com
A Quote, Labor Dream Team
The newly formed Senate leadership team has been characterized as a "dream team" for labor interests, potentially signaling shifts in legislative priorities. Source: warwickonline.com
S Kingstown HS Teacher Pearce Named RI Civic Educator of the Year
Brandon Pearce, a dedicated educator at South Kingstown High School, has been recognized as Rhode Island's Civic Education Teacher of the Year for his exceptional contributions to civic education. Source: ricentral.com
State Ethics Code Faces Refresh
Rhode Island's ethics code, particularly regarding gift-giving rules, is under review and may soon receive significant updates to address modern governance challenges. Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com
States Ordered to Certify School DEI Bans or Lose Funds
The U.S. Department of Education is requiring states to confirm compliance with new directives banning diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in schools or risk losing federal education funding. Rhode Island educators are assessing potential impacts on existing programs. Source: rhodeislandcurrent.com
Education Commissioner Speaks Out Against Proposed Federal Cuts
Rhode Island's Education Commissioner has issued a statement opposing recently proposed federal education budget cuts, highlighting their potential negative impact on Rhode Island schools and students. The Commissioner emphasized concerns about reduced funding for special education and Title I programs. Source: wpri.com
Judge Orders Ed Dept to Restore COVID Spending Extensions
A federal judge has ruled that the Department of Education must reinstate previously approved extensions for COVID-19 education relief funds (ESSER). The decision affects Rhode Island schools that had planned projects using these funds beyond the original deadline. Source: k12dive.com