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Cranston Teacher Recognized With Computer Science Award
Aimee Duarte, Interactive Digital Media teacher at Cranston Area Career and Technical Center, was recognized as Rhode Island's 2026 Computer Science Teacher of the Year. Duarte has expanded computer science curriculum at Cranston High School West over nearly 30 years, partnering with URI to bring college credits and training teachers statewide.
Townsend: Why Native American Curriculum Should be Taught Throughout K-12
Education advocates argue that Native American history and culture should be integrated throughout K-12 curriculum rather than limited to single lessons, citing research showing improved outcomes for Native students and better cultural understanding for all students when Indigenous perspectives are woven throughout social studies, science, and other subjects.
From Head Start to Civil Rights, 8 Ways Administration Has Reshaped Education
The Trump administration has dramatically reshaped federal education policy in its first year through cuts to grants for deaf and blind students, rural teacher programs, and Wi-Fi hotspots, while closing five of ten Head Start regional offices, freezing billions in school funding, and redirecting civil rights enforcement away from equity programs toward investigations of diversity initiatives and transgender student policies.
Lawsuit Against RIDE, Providence Schools Over Loan Forgiveness Program Continues
RIDE and Providence schools filed responses claiming their Educators of Color Loan Forgiveness Program is now defunct, after a September DOJ lawsuit alleged the program discriminated against white teachers by offering up to $25,000 in student debt relief exclusively to teachers of color. Both defendants are seeking dismissal and requesting a jury trial.
RI K-12 Council Rejects One of Two Charter School Proposals
The Rhode Island Council on Elementary and Secondary Education approved De La Comunidad Bilingual School, the state's first K-12 dual-language charter school serving Providence, Pawtucket, and Cranston. However, the council rejected New England Technical Academy, a proposed career and technical education-focused charter high school, citing insufficient detail in recruitment plans.
2 Providence Schools Receive Green Ribbon Award for Sustainability
Pleasant View Elementary School and the Narducci Learning Center were among seven Rhode Island schools honored with 2025 Green Ribbon Awards for their commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and creating healthy, energy-efficient learning environments for students and staff.
Students, Staff at Providence Middle School Claim Temperatures Quote, Extremely High
Teachers and students at Nathan Bishop Middle School report classroom temperatures reaching 80-100 degrees Fahrenheit since October, well above the state law limit of 74 degrees. The district says a part in the HVAC control system needs replacement and is manually operating the heating system daily while working toward a permanent solution.
Valdez-Ward, Bennett, Ulrich : Science Best Communicated Through Identity and Culture
Researchers discuss how effective science communication relies on connecting with diverse audiences through cultural identity and personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of inclusive approaches to scientific education and outreach.
Schools Enhance Security, Provide Psychological Services Following Brown Shooting
Local K-12 schools adjusted security measures and support services after the December Brown University shooting. Wheeler School started winter break early, while Providence Public Schools remained open with enhanced security presence and expanded mental health supports including psychologists, social workers, and teletherapy services.