True Cost of Quality Early Learning Exceeds State Rate Twice Over
In 2021, Delaware committed to changing how it calculates payment rates for Purchase of Care, the state subsidy that helps cover child care tuition for low-income families—moving from the market rate to the “cost of care” methodology. The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) and the Department of Education (DOE) have been...
Affirming Our Commitment to Equity
As we collectively navigate the post-election landscape and prepare for the transitions at the state and federal levels, we at Rodel want to reaffirm our mission, objectives, and values and ask for your partnership in supporting our public schools.
For families, educators, and students—particularly those from marginalized communities who...
Educators Highlight Funding Gaps and Call for Policy Change in Delaware
When it comes to Delaware’s school funding formula, classroom educators tend to agree with the conclusions drawn by the American Institutes of Research (AIR) last year: that it is inadequate, it negatively impacts student outcomes, and lacks transparency.
Seven members of the Rodel Educator Network came together in 2024 to learn about...
Delaware Education At A Glance: 10 Things to Know
Delaware Education at a Glance: 10 Things to Know
Education in Delaware is constantly evolving and changing. Rodel’s goal is to keep citizens, educators, and politicians informed on the latest developments in local education. So, we’ve pulled 10 facts from Rodel’s 2024 Delaware Public Education At A Glance report to show the current state...