Learn365

ABOUT LEARN365RI

In April 2023, Governor Dan McKee announced an out-of-school learning initiative, Learn365RI, designed to shift learning from the traditional 180 school days to 365 days of learning by supporting partnerships between municipalities, local education agencies (LEAs) and community-based organizations (CBOs) to expand high-quality, extended learning experiences.

LEARN365RI initiative has a long-term goal of improving student learning outcomes and increasing three key metrics in participating communities:

• Rhode Island Comprehensive Assessment System (RICAS) mathematics and English Language Arts scores;
• School attendance rates (chronic absenteeism);
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion rates.

As the first community in the state to sign on to the Learn365 program, Newport has been working with a number of community partners to provide alternative learning opportunities for students including the Boys & Girls Club of Newport, Newport Housing Authority, and others. 

In addition to supporting ongoing after-school programming, the City is also partnering with the Town of Middletown to develop a joint Community Learning Center at the Florence Gray Center.