What makes a school district truly unique? In this episode, 2026-27 Rhode Island Superintendent of the Year, Dr. Peter Cummings of Narragansett Schools, sits down with Commissioner Infante-Green for a meaningful conversation about his journey in education, the wide range of CTE opportunities available to students in Narragansett, and what he believes makes the Narragansett school community so special.

We're getting to know the new, 2026-2027 Rhode Island State Teacher of the Year, Michael Cook! Cook sits down with Commissioner Infante-Green in this episode to talk about his experience as a longtime math teacher at Coventry High School and what his goals are for the upcoming year. He also reminisces on the moment he found out that he had been selected as State Teacher of the Year.

Jo Eva Gaines joins Commissioner Infante-Green for this latest episode of Un Cafecito con la Comisionada Angélica Infante-Green.

A trailblazer and lifelong champion of education, the 90-year-old Gaines reflects on her remarkable journey in Rhode Island—from her early career as a music teacher and guidance counselor to her service on the Rhode Island Council on Elementary and Secondary Education. She shares personal stories, reflects on the people and experiences that helped shaped her career, and discusses the legacy she continues to build through her commitment to education and community.