Regulations Governing the Certification of Educators in Rhode Island - 2018

The purpose of these regulations is to update the requirements and procedures that govern educator certification in Rhode Island. The public hearings for the Proposed Revisions to the Regulations Governing the Certification of Educators in Rhode Island are scheduled to start at 5:00 p.m. on each of the following dates:

RIDE Public Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

Talking to your students about Las Vegas mass shooting

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As we begin to unpack the news of another mass shooting in America this morning, some suggestions on how to talk to students about violence and national tragedies.

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Resources for Educators Supporting DREAMers

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From NEAEdJustice, ideas for how to open dialogue on the end of DACA with your students who may be impacted directly or are concerned for family and friends. This link will be updated as new information becomes available.

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In the Wake of Charlottesville

Resources to address and engage in dialogue about racism, hate, and bias.

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In the wake of the recent events in Charlottesville, NEA’s Centers for Communications and Social Justice have pulled together a variety of resources for educators, parents, and students at NEA.org/Charlottesville.

We encourage you to read and share these resources with your colleagues and partners as we work to foster safe spaces and move towards justice in education.

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Why Students and Researchers Say Conversations on Race Should Begin with Humility

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Teachers are taking it upon themselves to prepare for a tough dialogue on race, violence and equity this school year.
- From EdSurge

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Resources Addressing Hate & Harassment in Schools

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Learning First Alliance has some useful tips and resources to assist educators in prevention, intervention and helping every child feel safe.

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Immigrant & Refugee Children: A Guide for Educators & School Support Staff

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This guide was created for educators, school support staff and service providers who teach, mentor and help open the doors of opportunity for undocumented youth and unaccompanied and refugee children currently living in the United States. From Teaching Tolerance

This guide was created for educators, school support staff and service providers who teach, mentor and help open the doors of opportunity for undocumented youth and unaccompanied and refugee children currently living in the United States.

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Data and other Resources

Whether you need collective concrete data, or what's new at the state and national levels, these are the pages to consult. From here you can find: