Education officials are backing away from a plan to require test scores for a high school diploma.
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R.I.P. Providence Phoenix Publisher Steven L. Brown
UPDATE: Memorial Service for Steve To Be Held Sunday, June 5th at Fort Getty Park in Jamestown, R.I. from 3 to 7 p.m. Hope to See All Of Steve’s Many…
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Sanders Woos Thousands At Campaign Stop In Providence
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders brought his insurgent Democratic presidential primary campaign to Rhode Island Sunday, giving an impassioned speech to 7…
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Kasich Holds Town Hall At Bryant; Receives Strong Endorsement From University President
Republican presidential candidate John Kasich addressed a crowd at Bryant University Saturday, just a few days before Rhode Island’s presidential…
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TGIF: 24 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media (Peak RI Presidential Edition)
It’s peak presidential politics in Rhode Island, with a trio of candidates set to stump in the state this weekend. So thanks for stopping by for my…
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RhodyVotes ’16: Education, Economy Top Issues For RI Latino Voters
Immigration consistently ranks as the number one issue in national surveys of Latino voters, such as surveys by Latino Decisions and Univision News. But…
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Spring Renewal
During this time of year our thoughts and instincts often turn toward renewal and rebirth. When we are really paying attention, it’s time to marvel at…
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Making The Choice To Drop AP Courses At Lincoln School
Advanced placement – or AP – courses are offered in many high schools as a way for students to take college-level classes and impress college…
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RhodyVotes ’16: First-Time Voters Roundtable
The Rhode Island primary is just one week away, and for some voters it will be the first opportunity to cast a ballot in any election. As our…
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RIPR In The Classroom: New Compost Rules
Listenwise helps teachers use stories from their local public radio station with students in their classrooms. Working with RIPR we identify relevant…