State Could Take Over Providence School District

(Providence, RI)--Big changes could be on the way for the Providence School District following an extremely critical review of one-dozen schools.Education Commissioner Angelica Infante-Green is seeking to take control of the school district's budget, hiring and firing and programs, per a Providence Journal report.The Council on Elementary and Secondary Education is expected to hear the request on Tuesday.Mayor Jorge Elorza plans on holding a press conference this morning calling for state intervention.


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