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August 23, 2012

August 23rd, 2012

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National News Washington Post D.C. charter schools fight second-class status While Washington D.C. pours billions into rebuilding a city system that has more classroom space than it needs, parents are increasingly opting for charter schools. If trends continue, charter enrollment will surpass the traditional public school population before the end...

August 22, 2012

August 22nd, 2012

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Local News Cape Gazette Cape celebrates improving test scores Ninth-graders at Cape Henlopen High School scored double-digit improvements on state tests, topping district achievements. DDOE Statewide data dashboard gives educators new tool to support student learning The Delaware Department of Education’s Education Insight system allows...

We’re Still Fixing a Broken Car

August 16th, 2012

Author: Brett Turner

The University of Delaware’s annual “Delaware Teacher and Administrator Supply and Demand Survey Analysis” report reminds me of fixing my first car in high school – a lot of repairs around the edges that kept it running while, in the end, a whole new car was required. We all remember our first car – for me, it was a 1982 Honda Accord...

Voting Starts Today for iEducate Delaware Finalists

August 15th, 2012

Author: Brittany Mason

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...