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# Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools

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- [Multiple Businesses Oppose Moratorium on Charter Schools](https://richarterpublicschools.org/multiple-businesses-oppose-moratorium/) - June 16, 2026 As reported by GoLocal, multiple business organizations joined the Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools to urge Governor McKee to veto the charter public school moratorium bill. The legislation prohibits the creation or expansion of charter public schools for three years, reduces the charter public school cap from 35 to 28,
- [New Poll Shows Widespread Support for Charter Public Schools](https://richarterpublicschools.org/new-poll-shows-widespread-support-for-charter-public-schools/) - April 22, 2026 Chiara Deltito-Sharrott joined WPRI's Community Focus today to share recent poll results showing overwhelming support for charter public schools. In the poll, 88% of respondents agreed that families should decide which type of public school is right for their child. 78% percent of respondents supported giving children more access to charter public
- [Kingston Hill Academy Recognized as a Blue Ribbon School](https://richarterpublicschools.org/kingston-hill-academy-recognized-as-blue-ribbon-school/) - On Thursday, June 11, 2026, Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education recognized Kingston Hill Academy as a 2026 Blue Ribbon School. The charter public school received this recognition for its exemplary high performance and its progress in reducing achievement gaps. Kingston Hill Academy hosted a schoolwide celebration on
- [Kingston Hill Academy Named a Five-Star School](https://richarterpublicschools.org/kha-5star/) - November 12, 2025 The Rhode Island Department of Education recognized Kingston Hill Academy as a five-star school in its 2025 Report Card. As one of only 19 schools statewide to earn this distinction, Kingston Hill Academy continues to demonstrate excellence in serving Rhode Island students. See the full list of five-star schools in The Boston
- [Rhode Island House Approves H7415, Prompting Coalition to Urge Governor McKee to Veto Charter School Bill](https://richarterpublicschools.org/house-votes-against-charter-public-school-opportunity/) - June 10, 2026 The Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools asks Governor McKee to support charter public schools and veto harmful legislation that would limit public school opportunities for thousands of Rhode Island’s children. PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island House voted 56-12 to approve H7415 Sub A, legislation that would: Permanently lower the
- [Governor's Decision Limits Future Educational Opportunities for Rhode Island Students](https://richarterpublicschools.org/governors-decision-limits-future-educational-opportunities-for-rhode-island-students/) - June 18, 2026 From Chiara Deltito-Sharrott, Executive Director of the Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools: "We are devastated by the Governor's decision to support the charter public school moratorium and allow it to become law. Nothing about this bill improves educational outcomes for children in Rhode Island. And it does nothing to address
- [Senate Votes Against Charter Public School Opportunity](https://richarterpublicschools.org/senate-votes-against-charter-public-school-opportunity/) - The Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools urges members of the House of Representatives to reject the Senate’s harmful legislation, which would limit public school opportunities for thousands of Rhode Island’s children for years to come. PROVIDENCE, R.I. — In a disheartening move, the Rhode Island Senate voted 31 to 6 last night to
- [Commentary: My charter public school made all the difference - and all children should have that choice](https://richarterpublicschools.org/commentary-my-charter-public-school-made-all-the-difference-and-all-children-should-have-that-choice/) - South Kingstown High School class president and head page at the Rhode Island House of Representatives Jay Thornber shares how his experience at a Rhode Island charter public school gave him the courage to speak up in church, his school, and in politics. Read more at: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/06/05/metro/commentary-ri-compass-charter-school/.
- [New Poll Results Find Majority of RI Voters Support Charter Public Schools, Want More Education Options](https://richarterpublicschools.org/new-poll-results-find-majority-of-ri-voters-support-charter-public-schools-want-more-education-options/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22, 2026 PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools (RILCPS or “the League”) today released new statewide polling results highlighting Rhode Islanders’ views on public education, including strong perspectives on charter public schools. The poll was conducted by Expedition Strategies and sampled 800 likely general election voters
- [Opinion: To Retain R.I. Teachers, We Need Schools Where Educators Can Thrive](https://richarterpublicschools.org/where-educators-can-thrive/) - Award-winning teacher Julie Maruska shares her experience working in charter public schools that offer teachers autonomy and respect https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/02/23/metro/commentary-ri-teachers-charter-public-schools/
- [Local Afterschool Program Works to Address Food Insecurity](https://richarterpublicschools.org/local-afterschool-program/) - The Compass School's Girls on the Run team didn't just recognize community challenges—they launched into collective action. Read more at https://patch.com/rhode-island/narragansett/local-afterschool-program-works-address-food-insecurity-nodx.
- [Blackstone Academy Charter School Hosts Business Fair](https://richarterpublicschools.org/blackstone-academy-charter-school-hosts-business-fair/) - Ninth-graders presented small businesses they had been developing throughout the semester. Read more at https://patch.com/rhode-island/pawtucket/blackstone-academy-charter-school-hosts-business-fair.
- [Beacon Charter Shines in State Assessments, Attendance Turnaround](https://richarterpublicschools.org/beacon-charter-shines-in-state-assessments-attendance-turnaround/) - With just 200 students, Beacon Charter High School for the Arts has proven that small schools can achieve big results. The school recently earned statewide recognition for cutting chronic absenteeism by more than 20 percentage points while posting double-digit gains on state assessments in English and science. Read more at https://www.valleybreeze.com/beacon-charter-shines-in-state-assessments-attendance-turnaround/article_1dafedbd-76ea-4ae8-bd3c-e1bf997f43f2.html.
- [Officials Break Ground on Legacy High School's First Floor](https://richarterpublicschools.org/officials-break-ground-on-legacy-high-schools-first-floor/) - On Wednesday, October 22, community members gathered to mark the official groundbreaking of Legacy High School's first floor renovations. Read more at https://www.valleybreeze.com/news/pawtucket/officials-break-ground-on-legacy-high-schools-first-floor/article_48b03da3-447f-4405-a6e8-456a74c98355.html.
- [Opinion: Charter Public Schools are Part of the Solution, Not the Problem](https://richarterpublicschools.org/18658-2/) - Chiara Deltito-Sharrott, executive director of the Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools, pushes back on claims that charter schools harm public education—arguing that they make public education stronger. https://www.providencejournal.com/story/opinion/columns/2025/10/19/charter-schools-show-innovation-accountability-deliver-results-opinion/86603888007/
- [The Greene School: Where Nature Meets Education](https://richarterpublicschools.org/the-greene-school-where-nature-meets-education/) - Head of School Kerry Tuttlebee and 12th grade student Kyannie Fernandez from The Greene School joined The Rhode Show on October 1, 2025, to share what makes this public charter school special. Read more and see the show clip at https://www.wpri.com/rhode-show/the-greene-school-where-nature-meets-education/.
- [A time-tested reading curriculum all Rhode Island schools should get behind](https://richarterpublicschools.org/a-time-tested-reading-curriculum-all-rhode-island-schools-should-get-behind/) - Kerry-Ann Edmondson, known as ‘Miss Kerry’ to her first-grade students at the Compass School, a charter school in North Kingstown, uses the University of Florida Learning Institute reading curriculum to help achieve reading fluency. Read more: https://rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/06/16/a-time-tested-reading-curriculum-all-rhode-island-schools-should-get-behind/
- [Local students earn Civic Leadership Awards](https://richarterpublicschools.org/local-students-earn-civic-leadership-awards/) - Kiara Canterbury and Micah St. Onge, Beacon Charter High School for the Arts Kadjatou Diallo and Jayilson Fernandes, Blackstone Academy Charter School Read more: https://www.valleybreeze.com/news/pawtucket_and_central_falls/local-students-earn-civic-leadership-awards/article_7a5314d2-8bbd-415b-8d97-902613b7b168.html
- [League of Charter Schools’ Deltito-Sharrott charts the course for education](https://richarterpublicschools.org/league-of-charter-schools-deltito-sharrott-charts-the-course-for-education/) - Business Women Awards 2025 WOMAN TO WATCH SOCIAL SERVICES/NONPROFIT: Chiara Deltito-Sharrott, Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools executive director. Read more: https://pbn.com/league-of-charter-schools-deltito-sharrott-charts-the-course-for-education/
- [Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore Presents Civic Leadership Awards to High School Students](https://richarterpublicschools.org/secretary-of-state-gregg-m-amore-presents-civic-leadership-awards-to-high-school-students/) - Beacon Charter High School for the Arts Kiara Canterbury Micah St. Onge Blackstone Academy Charter School Kadjatou Diallo Jayilson Fernandes The Greene School Adriel Falowo Kyannie Fernandez Paul Cuffee Upper School Sofia Alabede Mia Medeiros Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College Charter High School Aillyn Ospina Bedoya Lia Tavarez Sobalvarro Trinity Academy for the Performing
- [Shri and Segue Institute for Learning Advance SEL Pilot Program](https://richarterpublicschools.org/shri-and-segue-institute-for-learning-advance-sel-pilot-program/) - Shri's first-of-its-kind social-emotional learning (SEL) pilot program with the Segue Institute for Learning is designed to integrate SEL directly into the school day at Segue, providing educators with trauma-informed tools that support students’ well-being, focus, and emotional resilience. 21 trainees—including three from Segue—are participating in the program, gaining hands-on experience in bringing Shri’s proven outreach
- [Newport County teens recognized as Rhode Island’s future leaders](https://richarterpublicschools.org/newport-county-teens-recognized-as-rhode-islands-future-leaders/) - Luisa Cabrera, Blackstone Academy Charter School Owen Rodrigues, Beacon Charter High School for the Arts Miliany Parker, Trinity Academy for the Performing Arts, Providence RI Rihanna Ruiz Perez, Times 2 Academy Read more: https://whatsupnewp.com/2025/05/newport-county-teens-recognized-as-rhode-islands-future-leaders/
- [Beacon's 'Shrek the Musical' adds layers of fun to a classic tale](https://richarterpublicschools.org/beacons-shrek-the-musical-adds-layers-of-fun-to-a-classic-tale/) - Beacon Charter’s performance of Shrek. Read more: https://www.valleybreeze.com/news/beacons-shrek-the-musical-adds-layers-of-fun-to-a-classic-tale/article_ea229d41-6c53-45cc-9654-74c03eb4ccaa.html
- [The ‘First Responder’ Helping Students Navigate Roadblocks](https://richarterpublicschools.org/the-first-responder-helping-students-navigate-roadblocks/) - Spotlight on guidance counselor Christopher Correira of The Greene School. Read more: https://www.edutopia.org/article/the-first-responder-helping-students-navigate-roadblocks
- [Innovative Ways to Acclimate New Students to Your School](https://richarterpublicschools.org/innovative-ways-to-acclimate-new-students-to-your-school/) - Spotlight on The Greene School’s outdoor team-building excursion. Read more: https://www.edutopia.org/article/innovative-ways-acclimate-new-students?open=comments-sidebar
- [Middle school friends Raja and Renaud lead Beacon's Class of 2025](https://richarterpublicschools.org/middle-school-friends-raja-and-renaud-lead-beacons-class-of-2025/) - Hafsah Raja and Joshua Renaud were officially named the valedictorian and salutatorian at Beacon’s annual senior supper held in early April. Read more here: https://www.valleybreeze.com/news/middle-school-friends-raja-and-renaud-lead-beacons-class-of-2025/article_a8b08b88-f81d-4e93-87d3-b3e940d95728.html
- [Battle of the Books competition continues to inspire SK students](https://richarterpublicschools.org/battle-of-the-books-competition-continues-to-inspire-sk-students/) - Compass School and Kingston Hill Academy participated in Battle of the Books trivia from a reading list. Read more below: https://www.ricentral.com/narragansett_times/battle-of-the-books-competition-continues-to-inspire-sk-students/article_c73b53cb-12af-4c2e-8beb-add64db0c77b.html
- [Step inside this unique ‘garage cafe’ in R.I. where yoga, art, and a food pantry coexist](https://richarterpublicschools.org/step-inside-this-unique-garage-cafe-in-r-i-where-yoga-art-and-a-food-pantry-coexist/) - Read more here: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/01/20/metro/rhode-island-jobs-food-pantry-art-yoga
- [Lauren Matlach Joins Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools as its First-Ever Director of Communications and Policy](https://richarterpublicschools.org/lauren-matlach-joins-rhode-island-league-of-charter-public-schools-as-its-first-ever-director-of-communications-and-policy/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 18, 2025 Lauren Matlach Joins Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools as its First-Ever Director of Communications and Policy PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools (RILCPS or “the League”) announced today that Lauren Matlach has joined the organization as its Director of Communications and Policy.
- [Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools Issues Statement Regarding Providence City Council Rejection of Lauro School Lease Agreement](https://richarterpublicschools.org/rhode-island-league-of-charter-public-schools-issues-statement-regarding-providence-city-council-rejection-of-lauro-school-lease-agreement/) - All public school students and families in our state deserve to be treated with dignity and given fair access to public resources. That includes the ability to learn in public school buildings and classrooms. No public school students, whether they attend a district public school, a charter public school, or a statewide public school, should
- [The Future of Charter Schools in RI](https://richarterpublicschools.org/the-future-of-charter-schools-in-ri/) - RI Charter Public Schools Executive Director, Chiara Deltito-Sharrott joined Boston Globe reporter, Steph Machado, for an insightful conversation about public education in Rhode Island! With applications now open for the next school year, the discussion explored the state of public education and the role charter public schools play within Rhode Island’s overall education landscape. 🎧
- [Panel Discussion: Assessing Youth Mental Health](https://richarterpublicschools.org/panel-discussion-assessing-youth-mental-health/) - We’re excited to share that Sidney DeMello, our Director of School Supports, was recently featured on The Bartholomewtown Podcast.🎙️ Sidney joined an expert panel alongside Thrive Behavioral Health and Boys Town New England to discuss one of the most pressing challenges facing our schools today: the youth mental health crisis.This insightful conversation highlights the struggles
- [Brandee Lapisky Named Board President of RILCPS](https://richarterpublicschools.org/brandee-lapisky-named-board-president-of-rilcps/) - Brandee Lapisky, Director of The Compass School, has been named the new President of the Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools. Lapisky, who has been a dedicated member of the League for the past 10 years and served as Secretary for the last two, was selected for this prestigious position in recognition of her
- [Key Findings in Analysis of School Funding Formula](https://richarterpublicschools.org/key-findings-in-analysis-of-school-funding-formula/) - The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools released a comprehensive analysis of the state’s education funding formula today. The analysis found disparities in funding across districts, including: Students attending charter schools received less per pupil funding ($1,385 less) than students attending traditional districts, and less per pupil funding ($2,873 less) than students attending the three
- [Viola Davis and Husband Julius Tennon Announce RI-Based Foundation](https://richarterpublicschools.org/viola-davis-and-husband-julius-tennon-announce-ri-based-foundation/) - The celebrity couple named Angelo Garcia, founder of the Segue Institute for Learning in Central Falls, as chair. Hear from Garcia on the new organization's goals here.
- [RI's Charter Schools Lead the Nation](https://richarterpublicschools.org/ris-charter-schools-lead-the-nation/) - Rhode Island leads the nation in charter school performance. Advocates say adopting some of Rhode Island’s methods might help Minnesota. Read more here
- [Sidney DeMello Joins RILCPS](https://richarterpublicschools.org/sidney-demello-joins-rilcps/) - Sidney DeMello joins R.I. League of Charter Public Schools as Director of School Supports. Read more here.
- [Nowell Academy Students Get a Lesson in the Law](https://richarterpublicschools.org/nowell-academy-students-get-a-lesson-in-the-law/) - PROVIDENCE, R.I. –Nowell Leadership Academy students learned firsthand about the legal system, First Amendment rights in schools, and legal precedent by participating in the program “Students and the Law.” The program leverages a partnership with students from Roger Williams University Law School to support Nowell students in a moot court and in writing judicial opinions.
- [Providence Business News: Five Questions with Kyleen Carpenter](https://richarterpublicschools.org/providence-business-news-five-questions-with-kyleen-carpenter/) - Kyleen Carpenter is the head of school of Blackstone Academy Charter School in Pawtucket. She is a Fulbright scholar and spent time in Finland to understand the country’s way of learning. Carpenter spoke with Providence Business News about her time in Finland and how she plans to apply her knowledge locally. Read more here.
- [Dan Yorke State of Mind: Keith Oliveira and Pam McCue](https://richarterpublicschools.org/dan-yorke-state-of-mind-keith-oliveira-and-pam-mccue/) - The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools’ executive director and CEO of the Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College join Dan Yorke to discuss the proposed charter school moratorium. Read more here.
- [My Turn: Brandee Lapisky: Don’t forget good that charters do](https://richarterpublicschools.org/my-turn-brandee-lapisky-dont-forget-good-that-charters-do/) - By Brandee Lapisky Posted Feb 14, 2018 at 5:57 PM Updated Feb 14, 2018 at 5:57 PM Providence Journal A rendering by Torrado Architects of a plan to renovate a seed barn on The Compass School’s campus into a middle school learning space. [COURTESY OF THE COMPASS SCHOOL] Too often, tensions over school funding drive
- [My Turn: Keith A. Oliviera: Ignoring 15,000 desperate R.I. families](https://richarterpublicschools.org/my-turn-keith-a-oliviera-ignoring-15000-desperate-r-i-families/) - By Keith A. Oliviera Posted Jan 23, 2018 at 6:31 PM Updated Jan 24, 2018 at 9:07 AM Providence Journal I read with interest Chariho Superintendent Barry Ricci’s Jan. 11 Commentary piece, “Choice costs too much,” which explains his desire to put a “pause” on public education choice is Rhode Island. My response: Tell that
- [Go Local Prov: 17 Who Made a Difference in RI in 2017](https://richarterpublicschools.org/go-local-prov-17-who-made-a-difference-in-ri-in-2017/) - Wednesday, December 27, 2017 GoLocalProv News These are Rhode Islanders who impacted the White House, the State House, the courthouse -- and your house. They led, transformed, and were assigned to clean up financial and political catastrophes. Each of the 17 impacted 2017 in many ways that were unforeseen. The economy showed signs of life
- [RI League of Charter Schools Names Oliveira Executive Director (June 9, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/ri-league-of-charter-schools-names-oliveira-executive-director-june-9-2017/) - http://www.golocalprov.com/news/ri-league-of-charter-schools-names-oliveira-executive-director Friday, June 09, 2017 GoLocalProv News Team Keith Oliveira The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools has named Keith Oliveira, former president of the Providence School Board, as its new Executive Director. "Our charter schools provide tremendous learning experiences and opportunities for Rhode Island students and families. I am very excited to take on this opportunity
- ["Another Chance" - The Hummel Report profiles Nowell Leadership Academy (April 13, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/another-chance-the-hummel-report-profiles-nowell-leadership-academy-april-13-2017/) - Click to view video: "Another Chance" - The Hummel Report profiles Nowell Leadership Academy (April 13, 2017)
- [National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Statement on White House's Proposed FY 18 Budget (May 23, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/national-alliance-for-public-charter-schools-statement-on-white-houses-proposed-fy-18-budget-may-23-2017/) - "The National Alliance supports the Administration’s investment in opening, expanding, and replicating high-quality charter public schools. The $158 million increase for the Charter Schools Program (CSP) contained in the Administration’s FY 2018 budget would provide critical funding to seed new charter public schools and expand choice for families and students seeking alternatives to district schools.
- [Beacon Special Educator named 2017 RI Teacher of the Year! (June 9, 2016)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/beacon-special-educator-named-2017-ri-teacher-of-the-year-june-9-2016/) - Beacon Special Educator named 2017 RI Teacher of the Year! (June 9, 2016)
- [Amid a nurse shortage, R.I. charter is preparing high school students for careers in medicine](https://richarterpublicschools.org/amid-a-nurse-shortage-r-i-charter-is-preparing-high-school-students-for-careers-in-medicine/) - At the Rhode Island Nurses Institute Middle College Charter High School, in Providence, students Jasmine Giron, left, and Aminata Diop, center, review care instructions as Abigail Vitale and Crisla Quixan, right, listen to instructor Wendy Reynoso discuss an upcoming certified nursing exam.Greg Toppo/The 74
- [Charter school enrollment up 7% since pandemic started, group says](https://richarterpublicschools.org/charter-school-enrollment-up-7-since-pandemic-started-group-says/) - "Charter school enrollment spiked during the pandemic...Charter school enrollment is up 7% since the beginning of the pandemic, according to a new report from the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools." Read more via WJAR.
- [Community Focus: RI League of Charter Schools’ Keith Oliveira](https://richarterpublicschools.org/community-focus-ri-league-of-charter-schools-keith-oliveira/) - Rhode Island League of Charter Schools Executive Director Keith Oliveira joined 12 News at 4 Tuesday to highlight National School Choice Week. Watch the full interview here.
- [National Alliance for Public Charter Schools: Let's Fight to Protect Charter School Funding](https://richarterpublicschools.org/national-alliance-for-public-charter-schoosl-lets-fight-to-protect-charter-school-funding/) - The Charter Schools Program (CSP) is the nation’s only source of federal funding for new, expanding, and replicating charter schools. Still, it has been flat-funded at $440 million for the past four years—less than 1% of the country’s total public education budget. We are asking Congress for $500 million to ensure charter schools are able
- [WPRI: When is the deadline to register in charter school lottery?](https://richarterpublicschools.org/wpri-when-is-the-deadline-to-register-in-charter-school-lottery/) - The deadline to register students in the Rhode Island charter school lottery is fast approaching. Parents have until Thursday, March 16, at 5 p.m. to apply for the 2023-2024 school year. Read more from WPRI news here.
- [RI News Today: Charter School application period ends March 16 in Rhode Island](https://richarterpublicschools.org/ri-news-today-charter-school-application-period-ends-march-16-in-rhode-island/) - The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools (RILCS) reminds families that the application period for charter public schools closes on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. More details from RI News Today here.
- [Johnston Resident Elected to National EL Education SAC](https://richarterpublicschools.org/18200-2/) - Congratulations to Khadijah Hilmy of The Greene School who was named to the national ELEducation Student Advisory Council. A great leadership and learning opportunity for her, and a great honor to have been chosen from students across the country. Read more from her hometown newspaper, the Johnston Sun Rise, here.
- [SEL, Mentoring, Career Prep: Schools That Deliver What Parents Say They Want](https://richarterpublicschools.org/sel-mentoring-career-prep-schools-that-deliver-what-parents-say-they-want/) - The 74 highlights the innovative work at Blackstone Academy Charter School focused on student relationships and wellness. At Blackstone Academy, a public charter school in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, the same students meet daily with the same adult leader for multiple years, providing an opportunity to form deeper relationships than are often possible in conventional schools. Many other
- [Rhode Island League of Charter Schools Announces Open Enrollment for 2023-24 School Year](https://richarterpublicschools.org/rhode-island-league-of-charter-schools-announces-open-enrollment-for-2023-24-school-year-2/) - Rhode Island League of Charter Schools Announces Open Enrollment for 2023-24 School Year Applications are being accepted for public charter schools across Rhode Island beginning November 22nd PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools (RILCS) announced today that the application period for charter public schools will open on Tuesday, November 22,
- [Beacon Charter Gifted $25K to Help Renovate Former Church](https://richarterpublicschools.org/beacon-charter-gifted-25k-to-help-renovate-former-church/) - Beacon Charter was gifted $25,000 by Home Loan Investment Bank to support renovating a former church into a center for the arts for the school. Read more in the Woonsocket Call here.
- [Highlander Students Accepted to Student Diplomacy Corp Summer Program](https://richarterpublicschools.org/highlander-students-accepted-to-student-diplomacy-corp-summer-program/) - Tegra Mandishona and Olivia Hazard, of Highlander Charter School, were accepted to the Student Diplomacy Corp Summer Program. The Student Diplomacy Corps creates opportunities for underserved high school students from across the nation to access dynamic summer study away programs that build college readiness, deepen empathy and unleash the potential of youth. For four weeks
- [The teacher pipeline is broken. Segue Institute for Learning wants to fix it.](https://richarterpublicschools.org/the-teacher-pipeline-is-broken-segue-institute-for-learning-wants-to-fix-it/) - The school's leaders knew that 100% of the surveyed parents at the K-8 Central Falls charter school wished Segue also offered a high school. They knew that the number of people going into education as a profession is dwindling as pay issues become more daunting. They knew Rhode Island needs more teachers, and even more
- [Rhode Island League of Charter Schools Announces New Executive Director](https://richarterpublicschools.org/rhode-island-league-of-charter-schools-announces-new-executive-director/) - The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Chiara Deltito-Sharrott as its new executive director. The executive director is responsible for overseeing the organization’s general development, management, and operations, including all initiatives, strategic planning, membership services, fundraising, financial planning and management, policy activities, communications, board and external relations. Deltito-Sharrott
- [PBN: R.I. League of Charter Schools taps Deltito-Sharrott as new director](https://richarterpublicschools.org/pbn-r-i-league-of-charter-schools-taps-deltito-sharrott-as-new-director/) - Providence Business News: R.I. League of Charter Schools taps Deltito-Sharrott as new director
- [The RICAS results are bad (again). But there’s one great story to tell](https://richarterpublicschools.org/the-ricas-results-are-bad-again-but-theres-one-great-story-to-tell/) - The RICAS results are bad (again). But there’s one great story to tell Multilingual Learner students are out-performing the state as a whole in English Language Arts and are neck-and-neck with the statewide average for math. Here’s why that matters. Read more from Dan McGowan at the Boston Globe, here.
- [A Pawtucket school where guidance is great](https://richarterpublicschools.org/a-pawtucket-school-where-guidance-is-great/) - A Pawtucket school where guidance is great With well-deployed investments, Blackstone Academy Charter School sets up students to succeed after graduation Read more from the Rhode Island Current, here.
- [Rhode Island League of Charter Schools Announces Charter School Fair for Families on January 25](https://richarterpublicschools.org/rhode-island-league-of-charter-schools-announces-charter-school-fair-for-families-on-january-25/) - PROVIDENCE, RI — The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools is holding a Charter School Fair for prospective families and students on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Times2 STEM Academy (50 Fillmore Street, Providence), they announced today. At the fair, families can meet with representatives from 20 charter schools around Rhode Island
- [Best public high schools in Rhode Island include Charter Schools](https://richarterpublicschools.org/best-public-high-schools-in-rhode-island-include-charter-schools/) - Stacker compiled a list of the 30 best public high schools in Rhode Island. Several charter schools made the list, including: New England Laborers’/Cranston Public Schools Construction & Career Academy, Highlander Charter School, Blackstone Valley Prep and The Greene School. Read more from What's Up Newp.
- [RI Schools Take Steps to Ease Fears in Face of Deportation Threats (Feb 24, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/ri-schools-take-steps-to-ease-fears-in-face-of-deportation-threats-feb-24-2017/) - RI Schools Take Steps to Ease Fears in Face of Deportation Threats (Feb 24, 2017)
- [Nowell Leadership Academy Students Take First Prize at the Annual Global Economic Symposium (Feb 6, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/nowell-leadership-academy-students-take-first-prize-at-the-annual-global-economic-symposium-feb-6-2017/) - Nowell Leadership Academy Students Take First Prize at the Annual Global Economic Symposium (Feb 6, 2017)
- [The Compass School wins Boston Bruins Green Up New England Challenge! (March 31, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/the-compass-school-wins-boston-bruins-green-up-new-england-challenge-march-31-2017/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2017 Contact: Brandee Lapisky, Director The Compass School (401) 788-8322 blapisky@compassschool.org The Compass School wins Boston Bruins Green Up New England Challenge KINGSTON, RI -- The Bruins teamed up with Project Green Schools to honor organizations leading sustainability education around New England. The Compass School won the Community Impact Category
- [Mayor James Diossa named 2017 Charter Champion by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools! (May 3, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/mayor-james-diossa-named-2017-charter-champion-by-the-national-alliance-for-public-charter-schools-may-3-2017/) - Local, State, and Federal Elected Officials Recognized in Bipartisan Cohort of 2017 Charter Champions 19 Democratic and Republican Officials Honored in Washington, D.C. for Their Efforts to Provide Better Educational Options to the Families They Represent. The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools (National Alliance) announced today that 19 local, state, and federal elected officials
- [2017 applications to RI charter public schools surpass last year's record high (May 3, 2017)](https://richarterpublicschools.org/2017-applications-to-ri-charter-public-schools-surpass-last-years-record-high-may-3-2017/) - 2017 applications to RI charter public schools surpass last year's record high Schools receive 15,430 applications to fill 1,770 open seats for next school year PROVIDENCE, R.I. - According to data compiled by the Rhode Island Department of Education (“RIDE”), charter public schools in Rhode Island received a record total of 15,430 applications for the 1,770
- [Final approval given to 3 new Providence charter schools](https://richarterpublicschools.org/final-approval-given-to-3-new-providence-charter-schools/) - Rhode Island's Council on Elementary and Secondary Education has given the green light to three new Providence charter schools. The council issued the final approval on Wednesday to Excel Academy, Nuestro Mundo Public Charter School and Providence Preparatory Charter School, each of which will be allowed to operate for a maximum term of five years.
- [RI League of Charter Schools: RIPEC Report on Public Charter Schools Confirms Inequity of Funding](https://richarterpublicschools.org/ri-league-of-charter-schools-ripec-report-on-public-charter-schools-confirms-inequity-of-funding/) - The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools is applauding the recent release of the independent research and analysis of charter schools by the R.I. Public Expenditures Council (RIPEC). Read more here
- [Burrell leads honorees in PBN’s first Diversity & Inclusion Awards](https://richarterpublicschools.org/burrell-leads-honorees-in-pbns-first-diversity-inclusion-awards/) - PROVIDENCE – Providence Business News has announced seven organizations and one individual winner in its new Diversity & Inclusion Awards program, who will be honored during the paper’s annual summit on the topic Dec. 5 from 8-11 a.m. at the Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick... Read Full Article
- [Accepting proposals for the food service management of NSLP](https://richarterpublicschools.org/accepting-proposals-for-the-food-service-management-of-nslp/) - Rhode Island League of Charter Schools is accepting proposals for the food service management of NSLP to begin 8/1/2018. Bids are due 7/20/2018 to 275 Westminster St, Ste 315, Providence, RI 02903 by 10:00am. Pre-bid meeting will be held on 7/9/18 at 10am at Paul Cuffee School, 459 Promenade St, Providence, RI. Contact clare@sfwgroup.org for a copy of
- [Don’t Take Sheehan’s Misunderstandings as Facts](https://richarterpublicschools.org/dont-take-sheehans-misunderstandings-as-facts/) - Wednesday, April 25, 2018 golocalprov.com As I read Senator Sheehan’s April 17 opinion piece about increasing oversight of charter schools, I saw many opportunities to myth-bust charter school misconceptions. Given that misinformation about charters was shared publicly and originated from one of our esteemed members of the legislature, I worry that the community might take his misunderstandings
- [Oliveira: Sen. Sheehan’s False Assertions](https://richarterpublicschools.org/oliveira-sen-sheehans-false-assertions/) - Tuesday, April 24, 2018 golocalprov.com I read with some interest the Guest Mindsetter commentary of Senator James Sheehan regarding his legislation (2018- S 2816), in which he suggests that our Rhode Island charter schools are not transparent or held accountable for their performance. I recently testified against his bill before the Senate Education Committee to debunk these
- [A Bilingual Boost](https://richarterpublicschools.org/a-bilingual-boost/) - Multilingual early childhood education is in demand February 21, 2018 By Jim Pierce Providence Monthly PHOTO BY JOSEPHINE SITTENFELD Despite being built by immigrants, the United States has a long and complicated relationship with languages other than English (and sometimes with English, too). Modern education, however, has always placed value on studying the world’s languages.
- [League Director Added to 2017 Power List](https://richarterpublicschools.org/league-director-added-to-2017-power-list/) - Wednesday, November 29, 2017 GoLocalProv News Clockwise top left - Shanley, Moffitt, Oliviera, and Walsh Experts say the difference between Rhode Island’s economy and Massachusetts exploding and overheating economy is the difference between the respective education systems and, thus, the quality of our workforce. To transform Rhode Island, many believe education is key. Improve K-12
- [McKee speaks out against charter school moratorium in Rhode Island](https://richarterpublicschools.org/mckee-speaks-out-against-charter-school-moratorium-in-rhode-island/) - Gov. Dan McKee on Tuesday joined charter school advocates to voice their concerns about a moratorium bill. Read more here.
- [RI social studies teacher, reading specialist surprised with $25K Milken Educator Awards](https://richarterpublicschools.org/ri-social-studies-teacher-reading-specialist-surprised-with-25k-milken-educator-awards/) - https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/education/2022/03/29/ri-milken-educator-awards-teachers-john-rosenbaum-nancie-lawrence-surprised/7207668001/
- [R.I. Charter Schools Increase Student  Applications for Federal Student Aid](https://richarterpublicschools.org/r-i-charter-schools-increase-student-applications-for-federal-student-aid/) - The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools announced that eight charter schools met the state’s completion goal of 70% participation for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form determines a student’s eligibility for financial aid for college or graduate school. Read the full press release here.
- [Changing Course: Public School Enrollment Shifts During The Pandemic](https://richarterpublicschools.org/changing-course-public-school-enrollment-shifts-during-the-pandemic/) - A new report from the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools shows increased enrollment for charter schools during the pandemic. Read the full report here.
- [Nearly 100 Rhode Island Families Explore Charter School Options](https://richarterpublicschools.org/nearly-100-rhode-island-families-explore-charter-school-options/) - The R.I. League of Charter Schools welcomed nearly 100 families to our fair to learn more about our 20 public schools across the state and receive assistance completing an application. The high attendance reflects the increased demand for charter schools over the past few years. Rhode Island charter schools received a record 23,263 applications in 2022

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