Catholic secondary school in Haiti, with local ties, reopens for learning amid ongoing political unrest

During a visit by Rhode Island Catholic in 2010, after a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake left 220,000 people dead, students at the secondary Catholic Louverture Cleary School in Croix-Des-Bouquets, Haiti, attend classes outside until building repairs can be made. The Haitian Project, which oversees the secondary boarding school, was founded in Providence.
As schools across the Diocese of Providence close for the summer, and students get a break from their studies, a Catholic secondary school in Haiti, with strong ties to the diocese, has reopened for …

Summer media survival tips for parents

When I was a kid, my main form of media consumption was books. I used to go to the library and check out four or five Hardy Boys books at a time. I don’t know why I never got into Nancy Drew (I …

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Rhode Island Catholic is celebrating the 2024 Catholic High School Grads in this week's print edition. Call 401-272-1010 to order your copy!

Canine offers comfort, has powerful impact on emotional, educational well-being of Saint Philip students

Joseph Hayek smiles with Saint Philip School therapy dog Georgi, a 3 year-old Cavachon and the star of the school’s new Cardinal C.A.R.E.S. initiative. This new program supports the well-being of students in helping them build strong foundations for academic and personal success.
GREENVILLE — Encouragement, physical and emotional healing, relaxation, joy and companionship: There are an endless list of benefits that three-year-old Georgi, a playful and loving Cavachon …

OLM Middle School Soccer Team Captures CAL Title

EAST GREENWICH — Our Lady of Mercy School’s co-ed soccer team captured the CAL State Championship in a decisive battle with a 1-0 win over St. Pius V, Providence on Friday, June 7 at La …