June 18, 2013
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The News Journal
National group lauds education innovations in Delaware
While legislators spar over controversial bills aimed at improving Delaware’s education system, the state is earning notice for programs it is quietly implementing in classrooms. The Education Commission of the States awarded Delaware its Frank Newman Award for...
Meet our Summer Fellow – Jenna Bucsak
My name is Jenna Bucsak, and I am one of the new interns here at the Rodel Foundation. I will be interning for about 12 weeks this summer, before returning to the University of Delaware to finish my Masters in Public Administration in the fall.
I began my undergraduate career at the University of Delaware as an International Relations major...
June 14, 2013
Local News
The News Journal
Christina needs to fill board vacancy
Christina School Board member Gina Backus has resigned due to a job-related relocation, leading officials to seek nominees to fill her position. That sets up a possible repeat of a controversy over board appointments that took place last year. The board’s selection will fill the...
Less Than 3 Weeks to Nominate Education Champions
Schools may be closing for the summer, but there is still plenty of teaching and learning across the state. From summer camp to summer school, individuals all around Delaware are helping to provide opportunities for students to stay engaged.
Last year’s finalists included Natalie Way, the founder of Kent County’s Environmental Justice Camp...