The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) is responsible for elementary and secondary education
08/12/2026
: Rhode Island students are making major strides in Advanced Placement courses! According to preliminary data, Rhode Island has more than doubled the number of AP exams earning a college-qualifying score over the past five years! 📈
Read about it here: https://pbn.com/rhode-island-ap-success-surges-as-college-qualifying-scores-more-than-double-in-5-years/?amp=1
Providence Business News
Hey, Rhode Island! 👋
Our next episode of Un Cafecito con la Comisionada Angélica Infante-Green is officially live! ☕
Private pilot Jay Longley joins Commissioner Infante-Green on the podcast this week to talk all things aviation! ✈️ From the new, RIDE-approved aviation CTE program to the learning opportunities available to Rhode Island students considering a career in the field, Jay covers it all. It's an episode you don't want to miss!
🎧 Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Mg9u2LCNyg&t=142s
🚗 Listen to it in the car: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jay-longley-ready-for-takeoff-preparing-students-for/id1896312785?i=1000782770610
08/07/2026
🤖 The future of education starts here!
Today, 160 Rhode Island educators came together at the University of Rhode Island to explore the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it's transforming teaching and learning.
Through hands-on learning with Google for Education's AI tools, educators learned practical ways to use AI to enhance instruction and better support students, all while learning how Google's built-in privacy and security features can help ensure AI is used safely and responsibly in the classroom.
As AI continues to shape the future, RIDE is ensuring that Rhode Island educators have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to prepare students for the opportunities of tomorrow. ✨
08/07/2026
Rhode Island Milken Educator Kyle Spaltholz (RI '25) is reflecting on key moments and insights from this year's MEA Forum.
Reflecting on this year's MEA Forum, Kyle shared, "After the Milken Educator Awards Forum, I left feeling renewed and motivated as an educator. I felt on fire with inspiration after being surrounded by educators who are equally passionate about their commitment to their school communities and furthering the field of education. I am bringing this energy and support from the other Milken Educators back to my home state to create meaningful change for our students."
Click this link to read more reflections on this year’s Forum from our new and veteran Milken Educators: https://www.milkeneducatorawards.org/connections/articles/view/2026-forum-learning-for-back-to-school
: Rhode Island students continue to raise the bar when it comes to Advanced Placement (AP) exams! 📚 🎉
According to preliminary data, Rhode Island has more than doubled the number of AP exams earning a qualifying score over the past five years, growing from more than 4,600 qualifying scores in 2021 to over 10,400 in 2026. This marks yet another milestone in the state's efforts to expand access to rigorous coursework and prepare students for college and career success. 🎓
Way to go, Rhode Island students! 👏
Read more here: https://www.wpri.com/news/education/rhode-island-students-see-significant-gains-in-ap-exams/amp/
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"There is so much that I'm proud of in Providence right now."
☕ In our latest episode of Un Cafecito con la Comisionada Angélica Infante-Green, Superintendent of Providence Public Schools Dr. Javier Montañez joins Commissioner Infante-Green to talk about the progress the district has made under his leadership, including key accomplishments and the collaborative efforts that have helped strengthen opportunities and outcomes for Providence students.
🎧 The conversation doesn't stop here! Be sure to watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9fTNUK_0wM
🚗 You can also listen to it on the go:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-javier-monta%C3%B1ez-one-on-one-with-the/id1896312785?i=1000778711811
07/27/2026
Rhode Island students are thriving, and it shows! 🎉
The Ocean State recently ranked among the top 10 states with the best public school systems, according to WalletHub. To determine the states with the best school systems, WalletHub evaluated public schools in all 50 states and the District of Columbia using 32 weighted metrics in two categories: quality and safety. Rhode Island ranked 9th in the nation!
This national recognition reflects Rhode Island’s continued commitment to investing in students, supporting educators, and expanding opportunities so that every child can succeed.
You can read more about the rankings below:
The US states with the worst and best school systems, ranked Massachusetts leads WalletHub's school system ranking, which measured US states on test scores, safety, and dropout rates.
Field Day fun, celebrating student achievement, and a scenic flight home—we're taking another look back at Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green's memorable visit to Block Island last month. 🛩️ 🌊
During the trip, RIDE was proud to present the Block Island School with its AP Excellence and Innovation award, recognizing the school's 37% increase in Advanced Placement participation and student achievement. Rhode Island leads the nation in 10-year growth in AP participation, and the Block Island School took second place among Rhode Island's top-performing schools in these areas. 📚
Watch more from the Commissioner's trip below! 🎥
07/24/2026
The deadline to complete the 2026 Wavemaker Fellowship application is fast approaching! 🌊
Rhode Islanders working in the STEM, design, healthcare, or teaching fields are eligible to apply for the Wavemaker program to help defray the cost of student loans. Applicants may receive up to $6,000 per year in refundable tax credits for up to four years.
The deadline to apply is next Friday, July 31, 2026.
Learn more and apply here: https://wavemaker.commerceri.com/
Rhode Island Commerce
07/20/2026
🚨 Attention Rhode Islanders!
The Rhode Island Blood Center has declared a blood emergency. 🩸
The region's blood supply has dropped below a 2-day inventory, well below the 5-7 days needed to meet routine and emergency patient needs. If you are eligible, now is the time to donate!
A single donation can save up to three lives. Donate today and help support patients across Rhode Island.
Learn more and donate: https://donate.ribc.org/donor/schedules/zip?utm_source=StakeholderRelations&utm_medium=Mixed&utm_campaign=July26-EmergencyZipLink&utm_content=RawURL
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