Data in Your Backyard Community Event
Last night we hosted an engaging “Data in Your Backyard” educational event where we took a deeper look at the data that drives our work as a district. In collaboration with RI Kids Count, we explored key trends affecting our students, families, and community, and discussed how data can guide smarter decisions and stronger […]
Pawtucket DPW is Partnering With Students From JMW for the Return of Popular Free Rain Barrel Program.
The City of Pawtucket is once again partnering with students from Jacqueline M. Walsh School for the Performing and Visual Arts to bring creativity and sustainability together through this year’s rain barrel program. Talented art students will paint a limited number of the barrels, available on a first-come, first-served basis, using supplies and curriculum support […]
Winters Elementary Students on NBC 10 Morning Sunrise
Shoutout to our amazing students! We are so proud to celebrate the incredible Winters Elementary students who made the cut and were featured on the Morning Sunrise News today! Moments like these remind us just how special our school community is. Keep striving, keep leading, and keep making us proud! Join us in congratulating these […]
Pawtucket District Marching Band at the 2026 Pawtucket’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Our Pawtucket District Marching Band was on full display at this year’s 2026 Pawtucket’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and they absolutely made us proud! From the powerful sound of the music to the precision of every step, our talented students represented our community with energy, dedication, and spirit. Thank you to our incredible band members […]
Turning Pages Into Possibilities and Inspiring the Next Generation of Readers
Tune in to COASTAL ABC News to see how Varieur Elementary is turning pages into possibilities and inspiring the next generation of readers. From storytime and book-themed fun to encouraging a lifelong love of literacy, our schools are making reading an adventure for everyone. Click the image below to watch the video.
Chip and the RIFC Team Visit Our Schools for Reading Week
A huge thank you to Chip and all the members of the RIFC soccer team for spending time with our Variuer, Cunningham, and Winters Elementary students this week during Reading Week! Sharing stories, encouraging a love of reading, and connecting with our students was truly inspiring. Moments like these show that leadership happens both on […]
Pawtucket Women’s Day Legislator-for-the-Day event at the Rhode Island State House
Students from Shea, Tolman and JMW high schools took part in today’s Pawtucket Women’s Day Legislator-for-the-Day event at the Rhode Island State House! Students had the chance to tour the State House, learn about the legislative process, and meet many inspiring women leaders who are shaping our communities. It was an incredible civic opportunity to […]
RI State Police Read to Students at Varieur Elementary
As we continue with reading week across the district, we want to thank officers from the RI State Police for spending time reading with students in Mrs. Butler and Mrs. Keiser 2nd and 5th grade classes at Varieur Elementary, sharing the joy of books and helping inspire a love of reading. We truly appreciate your […]
Slater Middle School Community Survey
Slater Middle School is beginning a state-required school redesign process, and we are inviting families, community members, and partners to share their perspectives. School redesign is a comprehensive effort to rethink how a school operates — including teaching and learning, student supports, school culture, and partnerships with families — so it can better support student […]
Jenks Middle School Student Named One of This Year’s RI Music Educators Association Middle School Musical Composition Winner
Congratulations to our talented 7th grade Jenks Middle School student, Noah! This week at the School Committee meeting, Noah and our incredible Middle School Music/Arts Program were recognized for an outstanding achievement. Noah was named one of this year’s RI Music Educators Association Middle School Musical Composition Winner for his original and creative music composition! […]