Newport Public Schools

10/30/2026

𝗥𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 - A required component of Mrs. Rosa's concurrent enrollment course with the University of Rhode Island, Writing 104, is a library research session that is held on-campus. Students have a class with a URI librarian and she walks the students through the academic research process. While on campus, students get to pick up their URI Student ID's and enjoy lunch at one of the campus dining halls. (Thank you RHS PTO for supporting this trip!) The concurrent enrollment course is the same class that first-year students take on campus at URI. Students in Mrs. Rosa's class are earning 3 college credits with the University. The companion class that is offered at Rogers High School, Introduction to Literature (LIT 110) is taught by Mr. Largy. These students will earn an additional 4 credits next semester. Go Vikings!

10/28/2026

The Superintendent Update for this week :

Superintendent's Update

10/27/2026

The Seaside Cafe will be open this week for service Wednesday-Friday!

We open for coffee and pastries at 9:30am and have hot food available starting at 10:25am. We have had to move our closing time back to 12:15 so students can get to their classes on time.

This week we are featuring our base menu of sandwiches and salads as well as Minestrone soup and a pasta special. Please do not send email orders for daily lunches.

The Seaside phone number is 401-236-2655.

Thank you for your support and patience as we start a new year here at The Seaside Cafe!

10/26/2026

Last Thursday's NPEF Evening for Education was a big success. Thank you Newport Public Education Foundation for all that you do to support Newport Public Schools and our students, families, teachers, and staff!!

10/26/2026

The Rogers High School Volleyball team has been getting after it! Since the start of the season, these dedicated student-athletes have worked hard in practice, improved each day, and battled for every point. Their effort, teamwork, and determination make the future bright for this group—both on and off the court.

Just as impressive is their commitment to academics. They represent what it means to be Vikings: student-athletes who take pride in their school, support one another, and give their best in the classroom and in competition. We are proud of them!

One Rise! All Rise!

10/22/2026

Please join the Newport Public Education Foundation in conjunction with community partners for a FREE screening of Counted Out on Monday, November 2nd at Rogers High School at 6:30pm. Counted Out shows us the power of math in our society, our economy, and our democracy.

10/21/2026

Wishing the best of luck to Rob Young as he takes command of Rogers High School this year. Rob is the former CTE director and retired US Army Reserve Colonel, so taking command should come second nature. Good luck, Rob!
Have you thanked your principal today?

10/21/2026

We are thrilled to share that 50 new trees are being planted across our new Rogers High School campus this fall! Thanks to a partnership between Newport Public Schools, the Newport Tree Conservancy, and the City of Newport RI Parks, Grounds & Forestry Division—supported by grant funding from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Community Forestry Program—our grounds are receiving a major green upgrade.

These plantings will beautify our school grounds, improve local shade and stormwater management, and provide hands-on environmental learning opportunities for our students. We extend a special thank you to the Newport Tree Conservancy for their longtime partnership and dedication to supporting Newport Public Schools!

10/21/2026

The Superintendent Update for this week is available:

Superintendent's Update

10/21/2026

𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 - Newport Public Schools is pleased to announce the assignment of Christine M. Dunbar as the new Assistant Principal at Rogers High School, effective November 2, 2026. A proud Rogers High School graduate, Dunbar returns to her alma mater to serve the school community in a leadership role dedicated to student achievement, instructional excellence, and positive school culture.

Dunbar brings more than 17 years of experience in public education, with a background in classroom instruction, instructional coaching, teacher leadership, curriculum development, and school improvement. She currently serves at Classical High School in the Providence Public School District, where she has held roles in mathematics and computer science instruction, instructional coaching, and department leadership.

Throughout her career, Dunbar has focused on improving teaching and learning through collaboration, data-informed decision-making, professional development, and targeted student support. Her experience includes coordinating assessment and intervention efforts, supporting multilingual learners, mentoring educators, and strengthening partnerships among schools, families, and communities.

Dunbar holds an Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Bridgewater State University, a Master of Arts in English as a Second Language and Cross-Cultural Studies from Brown University, a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Rhode Island, and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Villanova University. She also completed a 500-hour administrative internship at Attleboro High School as part of her educational leadership preparation.

“Christine brings a strong combination of instructional leadership, experience supporting teachers, and a commitment to helping every student succeed,” said Robert E. Young Jr., Principal of Rogers High School. “As a Rogers High School graduate, she also brings a personal connection to our school and community. We are excited to welcome her back to Rogers and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our students, staff, and families.”

As Assistant Principal, Dunbar will work collaboratively with school leadership, faculty, staff, students, and families to support academic achievement, strengthen student engagement, and advance the mission and goals of Rogers High School.

Newport Public Schools welcomes Christine Dunbar back to Rogers High School and looks forward to her contributions to the continued growth and success of the school community.