“Not Just a Title” — Local Educators Weigh in on Teacher Leadership
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
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
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...
Delaware Looks to Build on Success Strengthening its Educator Workforce
Delaware continues to launch strategies to further strengthen its educator workforce—from increased pay recommended in the next budget cycle—to a handful of new bills introduced in Legislative Hall this session.
Like the rest of the country, Delaware has fewer teachers in its pipeline than in generations past, punctuated by declines...