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May 2, 2013

May 2nd, 2013

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Local News The News Journal A closer look at Pencader Charter vs. Christina School District An opinion by Barbara Finnan, a former public school teacher We all know there’s a “Delaware Way” in getting things done in this state, but, really, why are our politicians, movers and shakers, taking things to a ridiculous extreme on the issue of...

May 1, 2013

May 1st, 2013

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Local News The News Journal Georgetown school using bonds to finance campus swap The Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences is one step closer to swapping buildings with Delmarva Christian High School thanks to $6.6 million in bonds brokered by the state. The two Georgetown schools are planning the exchange at the start of next school year because...

iEducate Delaware: We all Have a Part to Play

May 1st, 2013

Author: Paul Herdman

Like many parents, my weekends are often filled with time on a field or a track.  Right now, all three of my kids run track.  The relays are the most hectic.  Not only does each runner need to do his or her part, but each handoff is critical.  A great run with a dropped baton means finishing without medals.  Those runners on the track...

iEducate Delaware: Promoting Mentor Relationships

April 29th, 2013

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Starting this Wednesday, we will begin accepting nominations for iEducate Delaware, an initiative to uncover and share the amazing stories of education leaders across the state. In the days leading up to launch we will be posting snapshots of last year’s honorees, and what they’ve been up to since last fall (click here for previous blogs)...