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Getting Ready for 11/3

October 29th, 2020

Author: Paul Herdman

As Election Day approaches, our team came across some great resources and opportunities that might spark lively debate among educators, parents, and kids. A new series of free online classes from the National Constitution Center covers everything from the Electoral College to combating “fake news” on social media. The NCC launched the...

A Look at Delaware’s Digital Learning Landscape

October 8th, 2020

Author: Neil Kirschling

Back in June, we blogged about how Delaware has approached digital learning during COVID-19. Since then, the state has invested in areas such as access to devices and broadband connectivity, and published a feasibility study to further examine the gaps. Digital learning is more relevant than ever, as parents, students, and teachers must...

7 Eye-catching Expert Quotes about Delaware’s Funding System

September 16th, 2020

Author: Jamie Forrest

As reported by Amy Cherry and WDEL: "A lawsuit that seeks equity in Delaware's education system and challenges its current funding system is heading to court mediation. The lawsuit, filed in January of 2018 by the Delawareans for Educational Opportunity and the NAACP Delaware State Conference of Branches with involvement from the ACLU...

Childcare During a Pandemic

September 11th, 2020

Author: Jamie Forrest

As Delaware begins to go back to school for the fall, its childcare industry is more critical than ever. Children and families deserve access to high-quality childcare so parents can return to work, and students can have safe and engaging places to thrive. COVID-19 not only battered our economy, but has also closed or severely limited...