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Delaware News Newsworks Delaware principal receives national award Dr. Lamont Browne, head of EastSide Charter School, is one of two principals to receive the Ryan Award, given to leaders who help close the achievement gap. Since Browne took over in 2011, EastSide's test scores have risen considerably. In the process, Browne has become a rising...

Delaware News The News Journal Christina School District residents reject tax increase Voters in the Christina School District again rejected a property tax increase on Wednesday, which means the district will move forward with plans for layoffs and other budget cuts. Delaware Public Media Christina School District's second chance referendum...

Delaware News The News Journal Much is at stake in the Christina referendum Opinion by Representative Paul Baumbach, 23rd District in the Delaware House of Representatives and Representative John Viola, House Majority Whip and 26th District in the House of Representatives The simple fact is, you cannot continuously cut your way out of every...

Delaware News The News Journal Lawmakers fighting Markell on education After years of pushing education reforms in Delaware, Gov. Jack Markell is facing a revolt in the General Assembly. Christina schools deserve a ‘yes’ vote May 27 Opinion by John M. Young, member of the Christina School District Board of Education The bottom line is this:...