More Focus. More Connection. More Learning.

Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, Pawtucket middle and high schools will implement a consistent approach to personal electronic devices aligned with Rhode Island’s updated statewide expectations. This initiative is designed to support student focus, strengthen school culture, promote student wellbeing, and create learning environments where students can fully engage with their teachers, classmates, and […]

Elementary School Dismissal starting May 26

Hello Pawtucket families, this is Superintendent Randy Buck with a brief reminder regarding the previously shared elementary school calendar adjustment. Beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26, all Pawtucket elementary schools will extend the student day by 10 minutes as part of the district’s approved instructional time recovery plan. This means elementary dismissal will occur 10 minutes later […]

Important End-of-Year Calendar Update for Pawtucket Families

To help answer common questions, the district has created a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) resource for families, which can be accessed here Para ajudar a responder perguntas frequentes, o distrito criou um recurso de Perguntas Frequentes (FAQ) para as famílias, que pode ser acessado aqui. Para ayudar a responder preguntas más frecuentes, el distrito ha […]

Attendance Matters Challenge

Pawtucket is all in. We were proud to join Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Department of Education, and Rhode Island FC at Centreville Bank Stadium to officially launch the Attendance Matters Challenge—a statewide effort focused on a simple but powerful message: showing up counts. This work matters deeply to us in Pawtucket. Strong attendance […]

Students visit the Rhode Island State Police and 911 Call Center

Today, students from our Perkins Law & Forensics Academy stepped beyond the classroom and into the world of public safety with a visit to the Rhode Island State Police and 911 Call Center. Through courses like Law & Society, Criminal Justice, and Forensics, students explored real career pathways—gaining firsthand insight into the critical, fast-paced work […]

College and Career pathways

Today at Shea High School, students explored college and career pathways through meaningful conversations with local businesses, higher education partners, and community organizations. The energy in the room was powerful—students asking questions, making connections, and taking steps toward their future. Thank you to all of our partners for supporting this important work and helping open […]

CTE College & Career Fair

CTE College & Career Fair – LAST NIGHT Last night, the Pawtucket School Department hosted a dynamic CTE College & Career Fair, connecting students and families with colleges, training programs, and industry partners. This event reflects our commitment to ensuring every student has access to strong pathways for their future. Thank you to our CTE […]

RFP Posting

The Pawtucket School Department seeks to address the need for cell phone-free devices or pouches within our schools through detailed specifications. Student cell phones have become a source of distraction to the school environment throughout our school district. Students are frequently using cell phones for social media and texting during class time and transitions to […]

Winters Elementary Recognized as a Rhode Island Green Ribbon School

The Pawtucket School Department is proud to share that Henry J. Winters Elementary School has been recognized as a 2025 Rhode Island Green Ribbon School by the Rhode Island Department of Education. The Rhode Island Green Ribbon Schools Award honors schools for their outstanding efforts to reduce environmental impact and costs, promote the health and wellness of students and staff, and […]