§ 16-97-1 Rhode Island board of education established
§ 16-97-1.1 Purposes of the board of education
§ 16-97-1.2 Powers and duties of the board of education
§ 16-97-2 Repealed
§ 16-97-3 Repealed
§ 16-97-4 Change of former names
§ 16-97-5 Abolishment of boards
§ 16-97-6 Reporting requirements
§ 16-97-7 Tuition waivers – Disclosure as a prerequisite to receipt
§ 16-97-8 Assessment of student performance
§ 16-97-9 Comprehensive study – Unified approach to statewide education
§ 16-97-10 Closing the achievement gap

Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 16-97 - The Rhode Island Board of Education Act

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