Newport County Schools Earn Improved Performance Grades
Rhode Island state figures show modest gains in math reading and writing across Newport County schools in the second No Child Left Behind analysis. The Department of Education released the five year state assessment review at a Providence press conference, highlighting schools placed in performance categories to identify those meeting or missing standards.
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Newport County Schools Performance Report Highlights
Rhode Island officials led by Education Commissioner Peter McWalters discussed new school performance categories for Newport County. The report ranks high performing, moderately performing and low performing schools using state tests in math reading and writing, plus indicators on dropout rates attendance health parental involvement and school climate. It adds learning support indicators to gauge overall school health without altering category standings.
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Kenya bombings linked to al-Qaida
U S authorities view a Web claim of responsibility as authentic and link missiles from the attack on the Mombasa aircraft and hotel to an attempted May strike on a military plane. The message from al Qaida’s political office cites Ramadan greetings and recalls 1998 embassy bombings.
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Middletown appoints Phil Coen interim town administrator
Philip E. Coen, former council president and former Middletown schools superintendent, will serve as interim town administrator after Michael E. Embury resigns after 13 years. Council approves up to 6500 monthly pay with no benefits. two members oppose. Embury to receive severance. details not disclosed.
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Earth as Art: Landsat-7 Images Displayed at Library
Washington AP reports 41 of Landsat-7 satellite images, out of over 400,000, are showcased at the Library of Congress Geography and Map Division. The exhibit, titled Earth as Art, runs through July 23, 2003, highlighting aesthetic images of mountains deserts and cities selected for artistic appeal.
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Postal Service braces for holiday mail surge
The Postal Service plans to deliver about 20 billion letters and packages between Thanksgiving and Christmas, aided by new technology and extra hours. Peak mailing day should be Monday December 16 with about 850 million items postmarked, and the heaviest delivery day two days later. Local offices will extend hours Saturday December 14, with Newport and Middletown post offices open until 2 PM.
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Classifieds and listings weave a busy page with notices, events, and small ads. Local state briefs highlight upcoming meetings and calendar items.
Newport Water Violates Federal Drinking Standards
Newport officials face disclosure and corrective action after a city water sample failed federal drinking water standards. The report notes potential health risks and steps planned to restore compliance, with local authorities coordinating testing and public advisories.
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