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From RI's Narragansett Teacher of the Year- Sarah Dully:
Meet Mrs. Haggerty, a 9th-grade biology teacher at The Greene School (part of the Rhode Island League of Charter Public Schools) who radiates calm confidence mixed with contagious enthusiasm! She brings structure, spark, and stamina to her instruction, making science come alive for every student.

Walking into Mrs. Haggerty’s classroom, it is immediately clear that this is a place of deep learning. From word walls to driving questions about “zombie fires,” her models and visuals reflect the curriculum she champions. For the curious mind, a plethora of science books and updated National Geographics are always within reach. And you certainly can’t miss the monkey stuffed animal hanging from the rafters!

Mrs. Haggerty’s students know exactly what to expect from the very beginning of class. As one student put it: “The routine we have in biology class is like stretching before a workout.” The agenda, posted clearly on the board, guides the flow, while the Daily Learning Target (DLT) is read aloud by students to anchor the lesson and set the tone for the period.

Like the seasoned teacher she is, Mrs. Haggerty has students review their exit ticket data from the previous lesson to address misconceptions before moving forward. To make sure everyone was on the same page for the day’s task, she led a targeted session of direct instruction to review the mechanics of a strong hypothesis.

Then came the coolest part...the experiment! Mrs. Haggerty had students helping every step of the way. One student measured water, another carefully prepped plant parts, and a third determined which water receptacle to use, all in preparation to measure CO2 production. This wasn’t just a quick demo; it was the start of a multi-day investigation that will carry on into the next class!

It’s easy to see why she is such a vital part of The Greene School community. They are rightfully proud to have this District Teacher of the Year as a functional “cell” in their educational DNA!

As the only EL Education School in Rhode Island, The Greene School offers a week of Intensives. Intensive courses are scheduled in between the two semesters and offer students a chance to pursue their passions as they are able to choose the intensive class of their choice. This year, besides being a lot of fun and a break from their traditional high school classes, the Intensives focus on building resume-ready skills and connecting to college majors and programs. Click on the link above to see the list of Intensive courses this year.

Head of School, Kerry Tuttlebee and Senior student, Kyannie Fernandez were interviewed about our amazing school last week. Please click on the link above to watch the full interview and learn more about our unique rural high school located in West Greenwich, RI.

The Greene School has applied for an exciting opportunity to expand our school in the future to include grades 6–8 (starting in 2027 at the earliest). Our commitment to hands-on, experiential learning, outdoor education, and a strong Crew culture where every student is known, valued, and challenged will remain the same for all grades at TGS. We believe that bringing our model to the middle grades will allow us to nurture curiosity, build strong academic and social foundations earlier, and better prepare students for success in high school and beyond. Your input and support are essential for our short-term and long-term planning. We are at the beginning of the process and it will take time
and collective effort to reach this goal. Keep an eye on our website and social media for updates on our possible expansion and how you can help support it!

The last few weeks of August, the teaching staff participated in its Summer Institute on our beautiful campus in West Greenwich and are excited and prepared to welcome students back to TGS! Every year, new students from all grades are invited to school a few days before the rest of the student body to participate in team building, campus orientation, meeting their teachers and becoming immersed in what it is like to be a TGS student. Lastly, Soccer Coach Brian Flamand has the schedule ready for all our games- home and away. Come out and cheer on the team.
Click on the link above to see more pictures and to view the soccer game schedule