Rhode Island Department of Education - RIDE

Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green joined city and school leaders in Woonsocket this morning to celebrate the beam signing and topping off ceremony for the new George T. Nasuti Elementary School! 🏗️ 🚧

The placement of the final beam brings this exciting project one step closer to completion. At RIDE, we are committed to creating more 21st century learning spaces, ensuring all students can learn, grow, and thrive for generations to come. ✨

Woonsocket Education Department

📣 An important reminder for families!

You have LESS THAN TWO WEEKS to apply for the Rhode Island Pre-K lottery! Applications are due by June 22nd in order for a child to be considered for the free seats.

The RI Pre-K program offers free, high-quality learning opportunities for children who will be four years old as of September 1, 2026.

You can apply to the lottery here: https://ripreklottery.ride.ri.gov/

📣 Attention Rhode Island families!

A reminder that the Rhode Island Pre-K lottery is still open! Parents and guardians - you must submit your application by June 22nd for your child to be considered for the free seats.

The RI Pre-K program offers free, high-quality learning opportunities for children who will be four years old as of September 1, 2026.

You can apply to the lottery by clicking the link below ⬇️

https://ripreklottery.ride.ri.gov/

This evening, members of the 2026–27 Rhode Island Student Advisory Council convened to discuss priorities and key issues they hope to address during the upcoming school year. The council also elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

Talk about attendance goals! ⚽

We had such a blast at the Rhode Island FC Kids Night game on Saturday!

Students representing the schools that won the RIFC Attendance Matters Challenge were recognized on the field before the game, celebrating the hard work of their classmates, families, and educators! It was a night of soccer, smiles, and celebrating student success! 🌟

As we count down to America's 250th anniversary, here's another Rhode Island history fun fact! 🎆

On June 9, 1772, the British schooner HMS Gaspee ran aground near Warwick while pursuing a merchant ship. That night, a group of Rhode Island patriots boarded the vessel, removed the crew, and set it on fire. Despite British efforts, no one was ever convicted for the act, largely because local support for the raid was so strong. Rhode Island students learn about the Gaspee in grades 4, 5, and high school, per RIDE’s Social Studies Standards.

You can read more about the Gaspee Affair by clicking here: https://www.sos.ri.gov/divisions/civics-and-education/for-educators/themed-collections/gaspee

? Rhode Islanders commemorate the burning of the Gaspee each year with the Gaspee Days celebration, which includes a parade and a symbolic burning of the ship. You can find more details on this year's celebration by clicking here: www.gaspee.com

🎓 A remarkable achievement for eight North Providence High School seniors! They all earned associate's degrees from CCRI before even crossing the stage at their high school graduation, all thanks to the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) Program.

Read more about it here: https://www.valleybreeze.com/news/north_providence/eight-north-providence-p-tech-students-earn-degrees-before-diplomas/article_57cc365a-7081-4f9a-b284-fee789b2ec1f.html

The Valley Breeze Newspapers

This morning, Deputy Commissioner Drew Echelson joined leaders from Providence Public Schools at Mount Pleasant High School to announce the 2025-2026 Providence Teacher of the Year, Danielle Trial Lucini!

Ms. Lucini is a dedicated music educator with 14 years of experience—including 12 years dedicated to the students of Providence. Reflecting on her teaching, Lucini emphasized the importance of encouraging risk-taking while removing barriers, empowering students to build confidence and develop their skills.

Congratulations! 🎉