Dr. Mario Carreño - Under Construction: The Future of Learning in Rhode Island

Dr. Paula Dillon and Zack Scott - Leading Change in Providence Public Schools - Part 1

In part one of this two-part episode, Commissioner Infante-Green talks with two leaders of the Providence Public School District (PPSD): Dr. Paula Dillon, Deputy Superintendent of Academics and Zack Scott, Deputy Superintendent of Operations. Dillon and Scott reflect on PPSD's journey under state intervention, highlighting some of their key accomplishments, lessons learned, and the progress made to better support students in Providence.

Coventry High School - Unified in Excellence: How Coventry is Leading Through Inclusion

Coventry High School Principal Brooke Macomber and CTE Director Timothy Chace join Commissioner Infante-Green to discuss the impact of Coventry's Unified Sports program and what it means for the school to be recognized for a second time as a Special Olympics National Unified Champion School. Macomber and Chace also reflect back on how the Unified Sports program got started at Coventry High School and how their school's overall commitment to inclusion has helped foster a supportive environment where all students are empowered to learn, grow, and succeed.

Rhonda Lapham - Feeding Students, Fueling Success

Executive Director of Feed RI, Rhonda Lapham, sits down with Commissioner Infante-Green for a conversation about food insecurity, expanding access to nutritious meals, and the critical role that reliable nutrition plays in overall student success. They also discuss ways that schools, community organizations, and local partners are working together to ensure that Rhode Island students and families have the resources they need to thrive.

Dr. Mario Carreño - Under Construction: The Future of Learning in Rhode Island

Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Chief Operations Officer Dr. Mario Carreño sits down with Commissioner Infante-Green to discuss the impact of school construction projects across Rhode Island. From modern classrooms and innovative learning spaces to brand new school buildings, hear how these investments are transforming schools and creating learning environments built for the future.

Sarah Dully - Talking All Things Lessons, Leadership, & Life as State Teacher of the Year

Rhode Island's 2025-26 State Teacher of the Year, Sarah Dully, joins Commissioner Infante-Green for a conversation about her work as an English teacher at Narragansett High School. She also reflects on her experience as Teacher of the Year and shares key insights and takeaways from her journey over the past year.