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Why I Chose Social Work Over Teaching in Delaware

July 15th, 2025

Author: Patience Bivins

I see teaching as a fallback career, a "Plan B" to becoming a social worker. This perception came from witnessing the overwhelming challenges including unsustainable workloads, inadequate pay, a lack of resources in Delaware schools, and my observations as a college student pursuing psychology and child development. During my internship with...

“Not Just a Title” — Local Educators Weigh in on Teacher Leadership

June 30th, 2025

Author: Kia Johnson

As we’ve written before, educators do much more than simply “teach.” Often, they’re asked to take on more roles in their schools on top of their teaching responsibilities, and many times, without additional compensation.   We also know this is particularly true for teachers of color, who are relied upon to take on additional...

A Delaware Student Shares Why Teacher Diversity Matters

April 14th, 2025

Author: Alejandra Villamares

Teacher diversity in Delaware is not just an aspiration; it is a necessity. Research shows that a diverse teacher workforce can significantly improve student outcomes, from higher academic achievement to better social-emotional development. In Delaware, where over 50 percent of students are people of color but only 20 percent of teachers share...

Delaware Continues to Deepen and Develop its Educator Pipeline

March 7th, 2025

Author: Madeleine Bayard

Leaders and legislators in Delaware have utilized a multi-pronged approach to develop the state’s educator pipeline, with a focus on recruiting, training, and supporting educators. Those efforts include strengthening high school Teacher Academies, establishing apprenticeships and “Grow Your Own” programs, expanding year-long teacher...