Dear North Kingstown Parents and Guardians:
I would like to welcome you back to the opening of the 2024 school year! As a parent and the Superintendent I am extremely proud of our schools. It is my hope that you and your family will have a valuable school year focused on your child’s academic and social-emotional development that will result in a very successful school year.
It is very important to me and my leadership team to provide transparency, open communication, and a focus on positive student outcomes. One of our goals will continue to be fostering trusting relationships with our students, families, staff, and the greater North Kingstown Community. The North Kingstown School Department is known for our high performing schools, academic achievement, and the vast extra-curricular programs that are offered to our students throughout the district.
This is an exciting time in North Kingstown as we focus on continuous improvement of excellence in our schools. We are great and we can be even better with your collaboration of what you want your child’s education to be. We are also focusing on improving our school facilities for all of our students. The bond referendum in November will be for a new Wickford Middle School, renovations to Davisville Middle School, and renovations to all our elementary schools. My administration is committed to being responsible, forward thinkers as stewards of our schools. With your support and collaboration we can continue to provide high quality education in new and renovated learning environments for our students and staff.
It is my goal to create strong relationships between our schools and our families. Positive social interactions are key for the success of our students’ academic growth and overall well-being in school. Students need to have a strong connection to their school and strong relationships with their teachers, support staff, and peers. Families play an important role in these relationships. Please feel free to contact your child’s building principal or myself with any questions, concerns, or suggestions.
I am always available to meet with you to discuss your child’s education and the future of our schools. On behalf of the North Kingstown School Department I hope your child has a very successful and memorable school year.
All the best,
Kenneth A. Duva, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools