Central Falls High School student sworn in as school board member

posted by Kristi Wachter on May 28, 2026

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March 10, 2026

A student at Central Falls High School was sworn in as the newest member of the school board Tuesday night.Crystal Marie De Jesus, 18, was sworn in at City Hal

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A student at Central Falls High School was sworn in as the newest member of the school board Tuesday night. Crystal Marie De Jesus, 18, was sworn in at City Hall. City leaders said De Jesus is the first in the state to hold the role.

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Central Falls High School student sworn in as school board member

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ALEXIS ROSSI, NBC 10 NEWS

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