In the absence of opt-out numbers from the state, I’m keeping an unofficial tally. Here’s what district leaders have reported so far. Portsmouth: 4-5…
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State Reports No Major Glitches On First Day Of PARCC Testing
State officials say the first day of PARCC testing passed with no major problems, although some students have refused to take the test. As of 3:30…
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New Standardized PARCC Testing Begins For Many RI Public Schools
PARCC testing begins Monday for thousands of Rhode Island students, who are taking the test on computers. Critics say the test fails to accommodate…
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Gov. Gina Raimondo’s 2016 Budget Address
Here’s the full text of Gov. Gina Raimondo’s budget address, given Thursday evening in the Statehouse. Speaker Mattiello, Senate President Paiva Weed,…
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Sneak Peek: Education In The Governor’s Budget
Governor Raimondo gave a sneak peak of several programs Wednesday that will be part of her budget proposal. She’s proposing $1.3 million dollars to…
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Tackling State-Federal Conflicts Over Medical Marijuana
In the past few weeks, two medical marijuana patients in Rhode Island have faced legal problems arising from their use of the substance. The cases hinge…
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TGIF: 17 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Talk about a full Rhode Island. Gordon Fox pleads guilty, Gerry Martineau wants his legislative pension, the state Supreme Court green-lights an April…
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Rhode Island Educators Prepare For PARCC
Teachers across the country are under fire to increase student test scores and start using tougher standards in their classrooms. They’re also about to…
