JFC Approves Governor’s Early Childhood Proposal
It’s a big day for kids, families, schools, businesses, and our state. The Governor’s proposed early childhood investment has been approved by the Joint Finance Committee of the General Assembly! A round of applause for all those that made this happen is due.
Yesterday, the JFC approved the Department of Health and Social Services’ increase...
Delaware’s TFA Story
This is the first in a three-part series related to Teach For America in Delaware. Click the following link to read part two written by Teach For America- Delaware Executive Director, Joe Moorman.
In the early months of 2009, it didn't seem possible. Many warned that it would take years to launch a Teach For America site. So, our goal to have...
School Board Elections Yield Intriguing Results
Last Tuesday, Delawareans from across the state went to the polls to elect school board members – with the results surprising many as numerous incumbents were defeated and some races decided by paper thin margins. Below is an initial analysis of the data:
The range of votes in a district ranged from 230 in Delmar to 2,559 in Red Clay;
The...
Graduation Requirements Increase, But Do Not Reach National Standards
The Secretary of Education recently proposed regulatory changes, subject to approval at the May 19 State Board of Education meeting, that would increase the coursework requirements for Delaware high school graduation – which is something Delaware has debated-- and postponed--implementing for years.
The more rigorous graduation requirements...