Dear Tiverton Parents and Guardians,
Dear Tiverton Families,
I hope this email finds you well. As we continue progressing through the school year, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the dedication of our teachers and administrators. Their commitment to delivering high-quality instruction and fostering a positive school climate remains unwavering.
For students in grades 3-8, we are preparing for the upcoming RICAS assessments. Building principals will soon send out testing schedules with specific details.
Our winter sports season has concluded, and we are excited for the start of spring sports at the middle and high school levels on Monday, March 17.
Celebrating Excellence
I am honored to recognize Tiverton High School Principal Susan Craven, who was recently named Rhode Island Secondary Principal of the Year. This well-deserved recognition from RIDE highlights her exceptional leadership, particularly in improving THS’s graduation rate and SAT scores. Please join me in congratulating Sue on this prestigious achievement!
School District Realignment
At the School Committee meeting on Tuesday, March 4, the following district realignment was approved to address a $1.8 million budget deficit while prioritizing the preservation of direct service provider positions:
Ranger Elementary will house three sections of grades K-3.
Pocasset Elementary will house two pre-kindergarten classrooms and two sections of grades K-3.
Fort Barton will transition into a special education program for 18- to 22-year-olds and some administrative offices.
4th grade will move to Tiverton Middle School (TMS), making TMS a grades 4-8 school.
No changes will be made at THS.
Despite this realignment, 18 staff positions will be cut this year, following 16 layoffs last year. These financial challenges reflect long-standing revenue shortages, an issue the School Committee and Administration plan to address in collaboration with Town Officials.
Upcoming Parent Meetings
To provide clarity and address any concerns regarding the realignment of grade levels and school assignments, we have scheduled the following informational meetings:
Tiverton Middle School (Incoming 4th Grade) Parent Meeting
📅 Monday, March 17 | 6:00 p.m. | TMS Library
This meeting is designed for incoming 4th-grade parents, but all interested parties are welcome. Topics will include:
Dedicated 4th-grade classrooms and bathroom spaces
Daily logistics: lunch, recess, specials, and snack time
Overview of a typical day for 4th graders at TMS
Plans to maintain elementary traditions and 4th-grade activities
Transportation details
Ranger Elementary (Incoming K-3) Parent Meeting
📅 Monday, March 31 | 6:00 p.m. | Ranger Library
This meeting is for parents of students moving from Fort Barton to Ranger, as well as current Ranger K-2 families (next year’s grades 1-3). Topics will include:
School organization and logistics
Building a strong K-3 community at Ranger
Looking Ahead
We are confident that careful planning and execution will ensure an outstanding school experience for all students next year. Our dedicated and highly trained staff will continue to make a lasting impact on student success.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
INTERNET ACCESS
If any family needs access to the Internet we will provide a working hotspot. If you need a hotspot don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Director of Technology, Dan Andrade at dandrade@tivertonschools.org or call (401) 624-8475.
HOMELESSNESS INFORMATION FOR PARENTS (HELP IS HERE)
SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR NEXT YEAR
The approved school calendar for this school year 2025-2026 is attached here:
Tiverton Public Schools 2025-26 School Year Calendar
COMMUNITY NOTICES
We also offer programs that support our students and families outside of regular school hours:
Early Risers Before School Program: This program is available to all Fort Barton, Pocasset, Ranger, and TMS students for a nominal fee. It allows families to drop off students any time after 6:45 AM. The Early Risers Program provides a fun and friendly environment for students to socialize through crafting and other activities. For more information and to register, visit our website here. Early registration is crucial for planning purposes, and we appreciate your timely response. For any questions, please contact Ms. Christine Giannini at cgiannini@tivertonschools.org.
Beyond the Bell After School Program: Formerly known as Tiger Cubs, this after-school care program is available at Pocasset and Ranger for all students in grades K-8. As with the Early Risers Program, timely registration is essential for planning. For more information and to register, visit our website here. For any questions, please contact Ms. Christine Giannini at cgiannini@tivertonschools.org.
School Committee Meetings: All School Committee meetings are available to watch via YouTube on the "@TivertonVideos" Channel. All School Committee agendas are available on the Rhode Island Secretary of State's website.
Chromebook Insurance: Should you wish to purchase insurance for your child's school issued Chromebook device, please visit the website provided here: Smart Device Insurance
We are Hiring: It takes great people to create a positive student experience and Tiverton Public Schools are looking to add to our great team of people. Please take a look at the positions that we are currently looking to fill in our schools on https://www.schoolspring.com. We highly encourage anyone interested in any of our current positions to create a SchoolSpring account and apply.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Tiverton Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, childbirth, nursing mother status, family medical history or genetic information in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities.
Sarah Kraeger has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies. Sarah Kraeger - Assistant Superintendent- skraeger@tivertonschools.org Tiverton Middle School 10 Quintal Dr. #401-624-6668
With our students in mind,
Peter Sanchioni, Ph.D.
Superintendent
Tiverton Public Schools
100 North Brayton Road, Rear
Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878
(401) 624-8475