KINGSTON, R.I., June 29 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news release:
KINGSTON, R.I. - June 29, 2026 - Those early morning University of Rhode Island rowing practices have stood Michael Cook '02 in good stead. The discipline, resilience, and determination they taught him have played a big role in his career. Now he'll use that drive for success to steer his way through the year ahead as Rhode Island's next Teacher of the Year.
Cook has spent the past 24 years helping students build confidence, perseverance, and a deep understanding of mathematics; two of the students in his Calculus BC class at Coventry HS are heading to URI this year.
Cook learned of his selection earlier this month when Rhode Island Education Co...