In the Shadow of the Renaissance
An in-depth look at public schools in Providence
WRNI (Series: May 5-10, 2008)

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Leadership
The City of Providence has appointed its fourth school superintendent in less than 10 years. He's a retired army colonel who inherits a district facing complex academic, financial, social and political issues. This week, WRNI education reporter Rhonda Miller takes a closer look in our series: Providence Schools - In the Shadow of the Renaissance.

Teachers
The success of a school usually depends on the success of teachers, In part two of our series, Rhonda Miller reports on the role of teachers and teacher unions in the Providence schools.

Parents
The Harvard family research project notes that parent involvement is a critical factor in academic achievement. In this installment, we take a look at the power of parents in public education.

Money
Providence schools face a difficult year with the state in a severe budget crisis. A new superintendent starting in July will face financial challenges that range from aging buildings to updating curriculum. In this installment, we look at the politics and purse strings of education.

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