October 1, 2013
Local News
Content Delaware
Starting a colony - thinking economically
This in-class education program was developed by the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation in conjunction with the Delaware Department of Education (DOE) as part of the 5th grade economics curriculum. Our "Starting a Colony" lesson teaches economic literacy and decision-making skills based...
Introducing Mamie Doyle
It’s week two into my tenure here at the Rodel Foundation and I couldn’t be more excited to join the remarkable efforts going on in the Delaware education landscape. I’m happy to share a little bit about myself and my background but look forward to having more one-on-one meetings over the coming weeks and months to get to know and learn from...
AYP: Is Delaware making progress?
At the Delaware State Board of Education’s September meeting, the members reviewed and discussed a series of topics, including Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) progress under the Elementary and Secondary Act (ESEA). The Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) Office of Accountability presented data showing fewer schools met AYP. However, it...
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...