December 3, 2013
Local News
Associated Press
Critical thinking hallmark of Common Core class
Remembering the plot of a short story is no longer good enough in teacher Amy Lawson's fifth-grade classroom. Today's students are being asked to think more critically. For example, what might a character say in an email to a friend? "It's hard. But you can handle this,"...
December 2, 2013
Local News
The News Journal
Why we should give Reach Academy another chance
An op-ed by Jim Hosley, director of the Center for Education Excellence at the Caesar Rodney Institute
Reach Academy for Girls will close and that is unfortunate. Reach is the only all-girl charter school in the state. Delaware families reflecting a growing trend to select...
Delaware Celebrates College Application Month
Last week concluded Delaware's College Application Month, part of a nationwide effort to assist high school seniors in the college application process and increase college attendance. Special focus is placed on first-generation college students or those who otherwise may not have considered applying to college. Delaware piloted this program in two...
November 27, 2013
Local News
Delaware Department of Education
Financial aid deadlines announced
Delaware Department of Education officials want students interested in applying for state college scholarships and programs to note this year’s deadlines. Applicants may complete the Common Merit Application online beginning Dec. 9 on the state’s secure Student...