Teachers at The Met School Vote to Unionize with NEARI
Teachers at The Met School voted to unionize with NEARI, marking a significant step for the specialized public high school network focused on project-based learning.
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New Middletown Middle HS Breaks Ground
Construction begins on new Middletown Middle High School project - source: newportthisweek.com
RIDE Hosts Job Fair
Rhode Island Department of Education hosts job fair for educators - source: yahoo.com
Ethics Panel Okays Senate Pres Lawson to Lead Chamber
Ethics panel approves Senate President Valarie Lawson to continue leading chamber despite union position - source: rhodeislandcurrent.com
Vote Passes for Providence Teachers Union Contract
Providence Teachers Union contract receives approval in recent vote - source: turnto10.com
Mayor Smiley Calls for Data Sharing
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley advocates for improved data sharing between city and state education officials as the district prepares for the anticipated return of local control from state oversight. The mayor emphasizes the importance of transparent communication and collaborative planning for the transition expected in 2026.
How Dismantling The Education Department Will Impact the PPSD
Analysis of potential impacts on Providence Public School District if federal education policies change under the current administration. The report examines funding implications, regulatory changes, and what local educators and administrators should expect as policy discussions continue at the federal level.
Pay Cut Takes Substitute Teachers By Surprise (Video)
Substitute teachers across Rhode Island report unexpected pay cuts that have caught many by surprise. The video report examines the impact on substitute educators and the potential effects on classroom coverage and educational continuity in schools throughout the state.
Unionized Paul Cuffee Teachers Struggle to Reach A Contract
Teachers at Paul Cuffee School, Rhode Island's first fully unionized charter school, continue to face challenges in contract negotiations despite both upper and lower schools unionizing in 2024. Educators express frustration over the lengthy process while emphasizing their commitment to the school and students.
Providence Teachers Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
Providence Public School District and the Providence Teachers Union have reached a tentative three-year contract agreement featuring phased wage increases for educators. The new deal comes after lengthy negotiations where teachers worked without a contract for the entire academic year, with the previous one-year agreement expiring in August 2024.