This is not meant to disparage a non-profit or work of the founder, however the Providence Police released this sex offender notification within the last two weeks. The question is :should the President of the Providence school board Ty’relle Stephens be a director on the board of a non-profit of a registered sex offender? Emails to Stephens were not responded to. The address listed for Stephens is that of a church, and Robinson filled out the form misspelling his name, but it is him. Robinson recently spoke out at the last meeting where he spoke on behalf the leadership of Stephens. Why is a registered sex offender speaking out at a Providence school board meeting on his behalf?  Update: Stephens denies he is one listed because of address and spelling of his name, but it was done by design. he did not respond to attempts to clarify this story.

• Ty’Relle Stephens is the President of the Providence School Board in Rhode Island.

• Leroy Robinson is a registered sex offender in Rhode Island (convicted in 2006 on child molestation charges).

The non-profit entity “Second Chance”:

• Leroy Robinson is listed as the President and Registered Agent.

• Ty’Relle Stephens (listed as Tyrell Stevens) is listed as a Director on the board, sharing the same registered business address ( Narragansett Avenue, Providence, RI). 

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Youngest Board Member: A graduate of Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex in Providence, Ty’Relle Stephens made Rhode Island history in February 2021 when he was appointed to the Providence School Board at just 20 years old.

Rise to Leadership: Over his tenure, Stephens eventually assumed leadership as President of the Providence School Board.

• Internal Push to Remove Stephens: In late 2026, tensions erupted within the Providence School Board as at least six board members sought to oust Stephens from his position as board president prior to the conclusion of his term.

• Community & Board Meetings: Heated board meetings throughout September 2026 featured public outcry, resignations, and sharp divisions among board members, district staff, and community advocates over Stephens’ leadership.

• Key Concerns Raised: Critics and board members raised governance concerns, alleging lack of transparency, unilateral decision-making without the full board’s involvement, and administrative friction that affected district operations.

• Stephens’ Stance: Stephens refused to step down, characterizing the push against him as politically motivated and framing the effort as a conflict involving state education leadership.

• In October 2026, the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) issued a formal ruling declaring that a majority of the Providence School Board possesses the legal authority to remove its board president before the scheduled expiration of his term.

• Current Status: The RIDE decision paved the way for the board majority to vote directly on Stephens’ status as board president.