Rhode Island School for Progressive Education

Rhode Island School for Progressive Education (RISPE) is a privately held educator preparation provider located in Rhode Island. Founded in 2019, RISPE is committed to diversifying Rhode Island’s teacher workforce and promoting anti-racist education. The institution employs 4 individuals and generates $2.5 million in annual revenue. RISPE currently offers a PK-12 ESL Certification Program and plans to launch three alternative certification programs: Elementary, Secondary Math, and Secondary Science Education. These programs are pending approval from RIDE. In the future, RISPE intends to introduce residency-style degree programs, including a MAT with dual certification in Elementary and ESL Education, and an MEd in Urban School Leadership with a Building Level Administrator certification. RISPE differentiates itself by focusing on improving outcomes for urban public school students. Their strategy involves diversifying the teacher pipeline, implementing anti-racist pedagogy, and providing high-quality clinical experiences to prepare teachers for success. The institution utilizes proven best practices and real-time feedback from educators and district partners to ensure its programs are responsive, relevant, and supportive. To learn more about Rhode Island School for Progressive Education, visit rhodeislandspe.com.