“I’m proud to say I’m a product of Johnston Public Schools,” said Mayor Joseph Polisena. “Forty six years ago I graduated with the Class of 1972. The education I received has served me well.”
Polisena, who has three college degrees and doubles as an Assistant Professor at the Community College of Rhode Island, added, “Therefore, it is my belief – and that of the Town Council – that no Johnston school student should be denied to further his or her education at the college level”