September 30, 2013
Local News
The News Journal
A chance to challenge Delaware’s most advanced students
An opinion by Lt. Governor Matt Denn and Dr. Terri Hodges the Delaware PTA’s federal legislative chair
Our public school students come to us with many different talents and challenges. Our responsibility is to help all of them fulfill their potential. Many...
September 27, 2013
Local News
The News Journal
Delaware charter school panel begins to delve into selective admissions
What impact do charter, vo-tech and magnet schools have on traditional schools in their areas? Are students from low-income families getting the same access to these schools as other kids? These are two of the biggest questions a task force of...
September 25, 2013
Local News
Delaware Department of Education
Three Delaware schools receive national Blue Ribbon School recognition
Three Delaware schools are among 286 schools nationwide that U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan recognized today as 2013 National Blue Ribbon Schools, based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in improving...
Advancements for Charter School Transparency and Accountability
Last year, the Delaware State Board of Education approved regulation changes which require all charter schools to be measured by charter school performance frameworks. These frameworks will hold charter schools accountable in two keys ways. First, schools will be required to submit a performance agreement, to be approved by the charter board and...