School Closed – Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | Virtual Instructional Day – Feb. 26 & Feb. 27
Due to the current weather conditions, the Pawtucket School Department and all Pawtucket Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 25. Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27 will be Virtual Instructional Days and we will follow our established Virtual Instruction Day Plan.
Pawtucket Warming Shelters
Warming Shelters Over the past 24 hours, the City has worked with the Pawtucket Housing Authority, Pawtucket School Department, Pawtucket EMA, Pawtucket Soup Kitchen, and Red Cross to open two additional overnight warming shelters. In the event residents lose power, they may go to: • Jenks Junior High School, 350 Division Street (Entrance through Door […]
Mental Health Resources
In our school district, we care deeply about the well-being of every student and family. Life can bring challenges that feel overwhelming, and it’s important to remember that you don’t have to navigate those moments alone. Seeking professional mental health support is a sign of strength, not weakness. If your child, or anyone in your […]
City of Pawtucket and Pawtucket School Department announce counseling and support services for school community and one-hour delayed school start for Shea High School following Lynch Arena tragedy.
Update: Due to the current weather conditions, the Pawtucket School Department and all Pawtucket Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, February 25. Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27 will be Virtual Instructional Days and we will follow our established Virtual Instruction Day Plan. In the […]
Together We Stand. Together We Heal.
Dear Families and Community Members, We are heartbroken by the tragic event that took place in our city during yesterday’s high school ice hockey event at Lynch Arena. Our thoughts and prayers are with the students, families, staff, and community members who have been affected by this senseless act of violence. We stand in […]
Students Attend PPAC to View Hero: The Boy From Troy!
Our Jenks Middle School 6th Grade students had an inspiring day at PPAC seeing Hero: The Boy From Troy! The musical follows a student who learns about the life and powerful journey of Congressman John Lewis, from preaching to chickens as a boy in Alabama to becoming a courageous Civil Rights leader who worked alongside […]
Experience Tech After School Program
Pawtucket High School students in grades 9-12 with an interest in learning more about Engineering Pathways can join this free engaging, experiential learning after school 6-Week Program run by New England Institute of Technology instructors. Classes begin February 23. Sign Up today! DATES: February 23 – April 6, 2026 Mondays + Wednesdays 3:30 – 5:30pm […]
1-hour delay – Monday, February 9
As our community continues to navigate conditions following the recent winter weather, the Pawtucket School Department will operate on a 1-hour delay on Monday, February 9. This delayed start is intended to provide additional time to ensure that students and staff have safe access to our schools and school grounds and are able to arrive […]
Tolman High School DECA Students Earn Medals at the Rhode Island DECA Career Development Conference
Congratulations to our Tolman High School DECA students! We’re so proud of their excellent accomplishments at the Rhode Island DECA Career Development Conference! Through DECA, students are building real-world skills and preparing to become the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management, both in high schools and colleges around the […]
Partners In Learning Community Event
Save the Date! Join us for our fun-filled Partners in Learning community event in partnership with the Cape Verdean Museum! February 15 2:00–5:00 PM Cape Verdean Museum 617 Prospects ST. Pawtucket Families are invited to enjoy an afternoon of storytelling and comedy performances designed for children of all ages, full of laughter, imagination, […]