Parent Academy 

Equip Yourself. Empower Your Child.

At Stop the Wait RI, we believe informed and empowered parents are the key to driving real change in education. Our Parent Academy is designed to help you become a confident advocate for your child’s education — and for every child in Rhode Island.

Through engaging, practical sessions, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and connections you need to navigate the education system, influence policy, and ensure your child gets the high-quality education they deserve.

Our next session begins virtually on May 5th! (apply here).

  • Session 1
    April 1st, 2nd (Wednesday, Thursday)
    April 8th, 9th (Wednesday, Thursday)

    Session 2
    May 5th, 6th (Tuesday and Wednesday)
    May 12th, 13th (Tuesday and Wednesday)

    Session 3
    December 1st and 2nd (Tuesday and Wednesday)
    December 8th and 9th  (Tuesday and Wednesday)

  • Session 1: July 21st, 22nd 23rd

    Session 2: September 29th, 30th, 1st

    Session 3: December 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Apply Here and Register | In-person or Virtual Session

Topics we cover include:

  •  ✔ The Story of Education in Rhode Island
    ✔ Navigating the Public School System
    ✔ Advocacy 101: Making Your Voice Heard
    ✔ Sharing Your Education Story

  • ✔ Early Intervention & Special Education Rights
    ✔ Multilingual Learner Rights
    ✔ District Public School & Charter Public School
    ✔ EnrollRI & Charter School Lottery

  • ✔ Understanding School Funding
    ✔ Social-Emotional Learning & Mental Health
    ✔ Addressing Bullying & Cyberbullying
    ✔ College Access: Planning for the Future

Join a community of parents transforming frustration into action. Together, we’re shaping a better future for Rhode Island’s students.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  •  Stop the Wait RI offers flexible class schedules to fit your availability. We run both in-person and virtual classes quarterly. Please refer to our application form for the most up-to-date class dates and times.

  •  All classes are completely free of charge.

  • Yes! We offer in-person classes at our office, located at 1290 Westminster St, Providence, as well as virtual options—both offered quarterly.

  • Yes! We provide free babysitting and meals during in-person classes to ensure families can fully participate without added stress.

Upcoming Sessions

Virtual Parent Academy  
In-Person Parent Academy 

General Program Interest Form: Please fill out our general interest form to be among the first notified about all upcoming programming and events.

Interest Form