Pawtucket Data in Your Backyard – Community Conversation on Child Well-Being
The Pawtucket School Department is proud to host Rhode Island KIDS COUNT’s Data in Your Backyard Community Series on Wednesday, March 11 from 4:00–6:00 PM at Joseph Jenks Middle School. This presentation will highlight community-level child well-being data from the 2025 Rhode Island KIDS COUNT Factbook, followed by a facilitated discussion focused on what the […]
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.
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! […]
National School Social Work Week
This week, we proudly celebrate National School Social Work Week and recognize the incredible impact all our school social workers have on our students, families, and staff. This year’s theme, “Unite to Ignite,” highlights the power of connection, collaboration, and community. When we unite, educators, families, and support staff, we ignite potential in every student. […]
National Read Across America Week
We’re kicking off National Read Across America Week in the best way possible! Today, Superintendent Buck brought the magic of storytelling to life as he visited Little Elementary to read to Mrs. Rabbitt’s amazing 4th grade class! From the first page to the final word, our students were hooked, laughing, listening, and letting their imaginations […]