The Link Between Career/Technical Education and Student Success
Just one career and technical education course above the average can boost a student’s odds of graduating high school and enrolling in a two-year college, according to a study by the Fordham Institute. It can also lead to a higher likelihood of college enrollment, employment, and better wages.
So how are Delaware students accessing...
Delaware in the National Pathways Spotlight: 5 Takeaways
Last month, from up on stage at the Chase Center on the Riverfront, Beatriz Ramirez told her story.
Today a senior at William Penn High School, Beatriz originally came to the U.S. not speaking English as a first language. She felt isolated at school, and often didn’t connect to her lessons or her fellow students. Until, that is, she...
10 Education Stories to Watch in 2017
Every new year brings with it a sense of transition and opportunity—a chance for a fresh start or reinvention. But even by typical standards, 2017 could be very interesting for the world of public education. Major change is in the air—from the change in the White House, to new local leaders, to policy issues that could send ripples throughout...
The Power of Partnership: Leading Students Down the Right Path
Delaware Pathways: A New Kind of Learning
It’s a simple question with huge significance: “So, what do you want to be when you grow up?” Whether your mind’s been made or you haven’t a clue, Delaware high school students have more opportunities than ever to explore fields of interest and embark on a professional path. Delaware Pathways...