Delaware Launches Early Learning Survey
Some 3-5 year old children go to nursery school. Others go to day care. And some students stay at home with a parent, guardian, or caretaker. In each of these scenarios, the level of exposure a child has to learning his or her ABCs, fine and gross motor skills, and social emotional skills may vary widely. Kindergarten teachers often have...
My Trip to Finland- Off to a Good Start
Our team of five Delawareans arrived in Helsinki without a hitch on Sunday evening. Our group is Dr. Lynn Okagaki, Dean of the College of Education and Human Development - University of Delaware; Dr. Shawn Joseph, Superintendent – Seaford School District; Susan Haberstroh, Ed.D., Education Associate, Legislative Liaison & Regulation Review...
Voting Starts Today for iEducate Delaware Finalists
Today, voting has begun for the iEducate Delaware finalists: 15 Delawareans who are unsung heroes of public education from up and down the state. The finalists--nominated by people like you--represent a diverse cross-section of teachers, community leaders, school leaders, and other inspiring individuals who are dedicating their time, commitment...
August 14, 2012
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Christina School District adds Delaware’s first public Montessori programs
Public Montessori schooling is available for the first time to Delaware residents with the opening this month of two programs in the Christina School District. They include a preschool through grade 5 program operating under the umbrella of Bancroft...