Heidi Cianfarani is a dedicated educator who spent more than 33 years serving students in the Warwick Public Schools system. She is a proud alumna of the University of Rhode Island and earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from URI in 1992 and her Master of Education from URI in 2000, building a foundation for a distinguished career in elementary education. 

Throughout her career, Cianfarani taught third and sixth grade and served as an elementary science specialist, where she inspired curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning in her students. As a member of the Feinstein College of Education Dean’s Advisory Council, Cianfarani is honored to give back to the institution that shaped her career. She is committed to supporting the University’s mission of preparing future educators and strengthening the connection between teacher preparation programs and the evolving needs of today’s classrooms.