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September 13, 2016

September 13th, 2016

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Delaware News Cape Gazette H.O.B. students rock the first day of school The guitar-playing principal started the year off with a hello here and a hola there, then followed up by visiting every classroom with a patriotic tune. Students were on time and ready to start the first day. Department of Education Community conversations to help shape...

September 12, 2016

September 12th, 2016

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Delaware News Cape Gazette Legislation allows medical marijuana on school grounds Rylie Maedler was at a loss of words during a Sept. 7 bill signing making it easier for her to receive medical marijuana oils during the school year. A heart-felt, “Thank you,” and a big grin was all Maedler could muster. It was all anyone needed. Rylie uses...

What’s the Relationship Between School Quality and GDP?

September 12th, 2016

Author: Liz Hoyt

Over the summer, education research wonks Eric A. Hanushek, Jens Ruhose, and Ludger Woessman published findings on the long-term economic impact of school improvement. This study draws a direct connection between school quality and economic growth, adding to a body of evidence demonstrating the benefits of education for individuals and...

September 9, 2016

September 9th, 2016

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Delaware News Coastal Point District teachers get training in preventing sexual abuse Patricia Dailey-Lewis, who heads the Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection of Children, recalls the moment the foundation was born. It was in Lewes, she said, as she and Biden walked through the seaside town in the midst of the case against one of the most...