Bristol-Warren Schools Appoint Interim Superintendent

BRISTOL-WARREN, RI — The Bristol-Warren School District has a new man in charge. On Monday night, the School Committee announced the appointment of an Interim Superintendent, Dr. Jonathan Brice.

"I am humbled by the opportunity to serve the students, staff, and community of the Bristol Warren Regional School District," Brice said in a statement. "My initial focus will be on listening and learning about the BWRSD, and collaborating and identifying measurable outcomes for the 2019-2020 school year. Thank you to the School Committee for your confidence and I look forward to meeting with the Bristol Warren Regional School Community on July 22, 2019."

Brice has 26 years of experience in education, working in major school districts in Maryland, Delaware and Florida and serving as the Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education. He is also the founder of a non-profit organization to help children achieve upward mobility and has been a consultant for the Southern Poverty Law Center and other education organizations.

According to the school committee, Brice has experience in alternative education, public information, research and assessment, special education, student services, supporting and evaluating school principals and technology.

Dr. Brice's appointment comes following the resignation of Superintendent Mario Andrade in late June. His last day was July 1. The School Committee said Andrade's resignation was the "best path forward" for the district following months of discussion between the committee and the superintendent.

"I am proud of the many great leaps forward this district has taken during my tenure as assistant superintendent and superintendent," Andrade said at the time. "I look forward to following the progress of the district and am confident that the next superintendent, together with the great administrators, teachers and support staff, will continue to improve on the excellent education we provide to Bristol-Warren students and families."

The School Committee will hold a public meet-and-greet with Dr. Brice on July 22 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ahead of the committee meeting at 199 Chestnut St. in Bristol. Refreshments will be provided and all Bristol-Warren students and families are invited to attend.