1-hour delay – Thursday, January 29
The Pawtucket School Department will operate on a 1-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, January 29. This delayed start is intended to provide additional time for travel conditions to improve and to ensure that students and staff have safe access to our schools and are able to arrive safely. All schools will follow their 1-hour delay schedules, […]
1-hour delay – Wednesday, January 28.
The Pawtucket School Department will operate on a 1-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28. This delayed start is intended to provide additional time for travel conditions to improve and to ensure that students and staff have safe access to our schools and are able to arrive safely. All schools will follow their 1-hour delay schedules, […]
Lights, Camera, Attendance! Meet the Top 10 Video Contest Finalists
The Top 10 finalists for the RIDE Attendance Matters RI Video Contest are officially ready for their big moment! After an inspiring submission period filled with creativity, passion, and powerful messages about the importance of showing up, our team has selected ten standout videos that truly deserve an Academy Awards–style round of applause. This is where you come in. Watch the Top 10 finalist videos using this YouTube link. […]
Virtual Instruction Day – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
The Pawtucket School Department will observe a Virtual Instruction Day tomorrow (Tuesday) January 27. All students will participate in virtually learning and should follow guidance provided by their school regarding schedules and expectations.
Pawtucket Warming Shelters

Prepare Now for Extreme Cold & Snow This Weekend The City of Pawtucket is urging residents to begin preparing for the extreme cold and snow forecasted for this weekend. Taking a few steps now can help keep you and your loved ones safe. Stay informed by monitoring the City of Pawtucket’s official social media accounts […]
No School – Monday, January 26, 2026.

Due to inclement weather, there is No School on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Parents Night Out – Salsa Dance Class at Fallon Elementary
Fallon Elementary was filled with rhythm, laughter, and community spirit during our Parents Night Out Salsa Dance Class! Families and community members of all ages joined in for this free event, learning salsa steps and enjoying a fun night together. Thank you to School Committee member Juan Pablo Barrera for bringing this opportunity and everyone […]
Aramark Student Nutrition Student Chef of the Month

A new culinary adventure is unfolding at Pawtucket Schools. Aramark Student Nutrition launched the Student Chef of the Month program to give young chefs a chance to shape their own dining experience. Students share their ideas, celebrate their cultures, and help inspire healthy menu options. Click the link to learn more: https://www.aramark.com/…/aramark-student-nutrition-at… #PoweringPotential
Transition Program – Food Preparation

As part of the life skills component of our Transition Program, students took charge of their entire food preparation process, from shopping for ingredients at local stores and paying at checkout to preparing their own meals. This time, they chose to make empanadas and personal pizzas, building independence, confidence, and real world skills along the […]
Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose courage and belief in justice continue to inspire generations. His message reminds us that our voices matter and that standing up for equality, through learning, kindness, and action, can change the world. Let’s carry his dream forward, together. “Injustice anywhere is a threat […]