Section 16-109-3. – Student journalists’ freedom of expression — Civil remedy.
§ 16-109-3. Student journalists’ freedom of expression — Civil remedy. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, a student journalist has the right to exercise freedom of speech and of the press in both school-sponsored media and non-school-sponsored media, regardless of whether the media is supported financially by the school, local education […]
Section 16-110-1. – Legislative findings.
§ 16-110-1. Legislative findings. The General Assembly hereby finds and declares that: (1) Rhode Island holds a unique place in history with the establishment of its Royal Charter on July 8, 1663, that marked the first time that a sovereign leader signed a charter guaranteeing that individuals within a society were free to practice the […]
Section 16-110-2. – Definitions.
§ 16-110-2. Definitions. For the purpose of this chapter, the following words shall have the following meanings: (1) “African Diaspora” means the term commonly used to describe the mass dispersion of peoples from Africa during the Transatlantic Slave Trades, from the 1500s to the 1800s. (2) “African Heritage” means any one people with racial, ethnic, […]
Section 16-107-1. – Short title.
§ 16-107-1. Short title. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the “Rhode Island Promise Scholarship Act.” History of Section.P.L. 2017, ch. 302, art. 3, § 1.
Section 16-110-3. – Powers and duties.
§ 16-110-3. Powers and duties. The state shall adhere to the following procedures: (1) The department of education shall collect and disseminate to every school district, private school, mayoral academy, and charter school, and make available currently on its website at https://www.ride.ri.gov/InstructionAssessment/CivicsSocialStudies/ResourcesonAfricanAmericanHistory.aspx the curriculum materials and other materials as may assist local and regional school […]
Section 16-107-2. – Legislative findings and purpose.
§ 16-107-2. Legislative findings and purpose. (a) The general assembly finds and declares that: (1) Education is critical for the state’s young people to achieve their dreams and develop their talents; (2) The state’s economic success depends on a highly educated and skilled workforce; and (3) The state’s future prosperity depends upon its ability to […]
Section 16-111-1. – Definitions.
§ 16-111-1. Definitions. As used in this chapter. (1) “Educational entity” or “educational entities” means all Rhode Island school districts, including a single school district, regional school district, multiple school districts, any public or private school grades kindergarten through twelve (K-12), any charter public school, or any career and technical high school. (2) “Waste audit” […]
Section 16-107-3. – Establishment of scholarship program.
§ 16-107-3. Establishment of scholarship program. Beginning with the high school graduating class of 2017, there is hereby established the Rhode Island promise scholarship program. The general assembly shall annually appropriate the funds necessary to implement the purposes of this chapter. Additional funds beyond the scholarships may be appropriated to support and advance the Rhode […]
Section 16-111-2. – Waste audit/report.
§ 16-111-2. Waste audit/report. (a) On or after January 1, 2022, and every three (3) years thereafter, every educational entity shall coordinate and cooperate with the Rhode Island resource recovery corporation (RIRRC) for the purpose of conducting school waste audits. These audits shall produce waste management reports that shall be collected, maintained, and delivered to […]
Section 16-107-4. – Definitions.
§ 16-107-4. Definitions. When used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings: (1) “ADA” means the American with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq., as may be amended from time to time; (2) “FAFSA” means the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form; (3) “Mandatory fees and tuition” are […]