Updates from Rhode Island PBS Education Services
Counting Down to June 25
Congratulations to all of the educators in Rhode Island as we approach the end of another school year! We hope you enjoy the excitement of the end-of-year milestones and events and that you have the restful and rejuvenating summer that you deserve.

Don't miss our monthly newsletters as we will continue to provide free resources and professional development opportunities throughout the summer months! Complete this form to request a session for your organization or email [email protected] for a list of upcoming events.
Teacher Appreciation Week Winner
Congratulations to Marnie DeLuca of Narragansett Elementary School, winner of the Presto Strange O Coffee Truck visit!

We hope that everyone enjoyed their Teacher Appreciation Week coffees!
If you completed the Teacher Appreciation Week free coffee form and have not yet received the email with your Starbucks Card information, please contact Colleen Kenyon, Senior Coordinator of Education Services, at [email protected].
Educational Resources
World Reef Awareness Day is June 1
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PBS LearningMedia has many options to help introduce your students to the biology and ecology of coral reefs.

  • Take PreK and Kindergarten students on a Coral Reef Tour with Splash & Bubbles.

  • Students in Grades 3-5 can join the Kratt brothers for a Coral Reef Creature Count to discover the variety in the coral reef habitat.

  • For middle school students, this Coral Reefs resource explores the effects human activities have on the chemistry of the ocean.
Free Materials for Educators
Kindergarten through Second Grade teachers are invited to request free sets of Cyberchase: Green It Up materials for your class. The content is perfect for classroom use as well as sending home for students to complete with their families this summer. Family activity books, educator guides, seed packets, and more are currently available.

Contact Colleen Kenyon, Senior Coordinator of Education Services, at [email protected] to check availability and request a set for your class.
Upcoming Events
Elinor Wonders Why Learning Hour events are family events focused on building PreK and Kindergarten science and literacy skills and feature the PBS KIDS show Elinor Wonders Why. Children are encouraged to ask questions and experience the joy of discovery and understanding together with their parents.

Join us on June 16 and 23 from 10-11:30 a.m. on Zoom.

Complimentary participation kits will be available for pick up at Rhode Island PBS prior to the events.

To register, contact Mayra Monterroso, Coordinator of Family Literacy, at [email protected].
Early Childhood Professional Development
One-day Sesame Street in Communities workshops will be provided in both English and Spanish for caregivers, parents, and educators. Participants will receive FREE tools and resources from Sesame Street to increase successful outcomes for children, both in school and in life. These resources address the basics of early learning as well as how to overcome challenges big and small.

  • Sesame Street in Communities Workshop in Spanish: June 17, 6-9 p.m.
  • Sesame Street in Communities Workshop in English: June 24, 6-9 p.m.

Each virtual session will cover three topics: Health Emergencies, Traumatic Experiences, and Science.

Educators will be eligible for up to 5 hours of professional development approved by the Center for Early Childhood Professionals.

To register, contact Mayra Monterroso, Coordinator of Family Literacy, at [email protected].
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