Providence private school under financial oversight

Veteran attorney appointed to manage Croft School's finances after scandal

Mar. 27, 2026 at 10:49am

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A Rhode Island judge has appointed a veteran attorney to oversee the finances and operations of The Croft School in Providence, a private school that has faced a massive financial scandal and was at risk of closing.

Why it matters

The Croft School is one of the most prestigious private schools in Providence, serving many families in the community. The financial mismanagement and scandal threatened the school's ability to continue operating, which would have disrupted the education of hundreds of students.

The details

The court-appointed veteran attorney will be tasked with getting a handle on The Croft School's finances and operations in order to prevent the private school from shutting down after the revelation of a major financial scandal involving misappropriation of funds.

  • The court appointment of the veteran attorney occurred on March 27, 2026.

The players

The Croft School

A prestigious private school in Providence, Rhode Island that serves many families in the community.

Veteran attorney

A court-appointed legal professional tasked with overseeing The Croft School's finances and operations to prevent the school from closing due to a financial scandal.

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What’s next

The court-appointed veteran attorney will work to stabilize The Croft School's finances and operations in the coming months to ensure the school can remain open.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of financial oversight and accountability at private schools, especially those that serve as important community institutions. The court's intervention aims to protect students' education and the school's future.