A Rhode Island House panel heard no opposition to legislation that would establish a statewide zero tolerance hazing policy for school sports, including penalties such as team suspensions and mandatory anti hazing pledges from coaches and athletes.

Rhode Island Senate Bill S2212 addresses the certification requirements for teachers in the state, outlining updated standards and processes for educator licensure.

A commentary in The 74 argues that precision learning, driven by granular data and targeted intervention, offers a more viable path to improving student outcomes than earlier personalized learning initiatives.

Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore honored two teachers with the 2026 Civic Education Teacher of the Year award at a State House ceremony, recognizing Amaris Garcia of Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts and Kathryn Jones of Narragansett High School.

A Providence Journal commentary argues that nonprofit schools play a vital and irreplaceable role in Rhode Island education, serving students across the state with distinct missions and communities.