A former Massachusetts Attorney General has been hired to spearhead a new investigation into allegations of sexual abuse at St. George’s prep school in…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The General Assembly is back, and the political year kicks into gear. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are…
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More Schools Notify Parents, Staff, Alumni Of Connection To St. George’s Investigation
Two more private schools have reached out to alumni and parents in connection with allegations of sexual abuse at St. George’s School. The schools notif…
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Are Standing Desks Coming To A School Near You?
A pair of Providence schools are testing out standing desks, a growing trend in workplaces across the country. West Broadway Middle School has about 30…
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As Demand Grows For World Languages, State Supervision May Be Required
The Rhode Island Foreign Language Association is calling for a new post at the State Department of Education to oversee foreign language education in…
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Rhode Island's Biggest Stories Of 2015
1. Gordon Fox Goes from State House to Prison Gordon Fox rose from humble roots to hold what is often called the most powerful job in Rhode Island…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. We’re headed toward the pre-holiday slowdown, although the political hot stove league continues to simmer….
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Time For Elorza, Firefighters To Chill
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza’s first year in office has been dominated by a caustic dispute with the city’s unionized firefighters. RIPR political…
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RI Education Leaders Respond To ‘No Child Left Behind’ Overhaul
Rhode Islanders are reacting to the passage of new federal legislation for public schools. The “Every Student Succeeds Act” is expected to get a…
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Recess Not Likely To Make It Into School Day Regulations
The State Council on Elementary and Secondary Education is scheduled to vote Wednesday on new rules for the length of the school day and the school year…
