October 20, 2016
Delaware News
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Delaware governor recognized for education initiatives
Gov. Jack Markell is being recognized by a national education group for his efforts to improve public education in Delaware. Markell is scheduled to travel to Kansas City today (Thursday) to be recognized as Policy Leader of the Year by the National Association of State Boards of Education.
Dover High School performing Seat Belt Safety Check’s after school today for teen drivers
It’s National Teen Driver Safety Week and one Kent County school wants to make sure their students are safe behind the wheel. Dover High School will be performing Seat Belt Safety Check for their teen drivers and passengers.
Reminder: IRSD series of public referendum meetings continues tonight in Selbyville
The Indian River School District continues to host a series of public meetings over the next several weeks to highlight the current expense referendum scheduled for Tuesday, November 22. Tonight’s meeting is at Selbyville Middle school starting at 7; you can see the entire meeting schedule on our website at delaware1059.com.
Department of Education
Top mathematics, science teachers recognized
The U.S. Department of Education recently announced Delaware’s honorees for the 2014 and 2015 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). Four teachers from Cape Henlopen School District, Capital School District and MOT Charter School received the highest recognition that K-12 mathematics and science teachers can receive for outstanding teaching in the United States.
Delaware Public Media
Delaware sees continued growth in AP exam enrollment, scores statewide
New findings from the College Board show more Delaware public school students are excelling in Advanced Placement exams. Following the increase in performance, Gov. Jack Markell (D) championed the value of AP classes at Dover High School on Wednesday.
Middletown Transcript
Educators gear up for award
This isn’t the Oscars, but it comes close for 20 Delaware teachers. At a Dover Downs Hotel and Casino presentation Oct. 25, teachers chosen by districts statewide will find out who will be Delaware’s next Teacher of the Year. Nominations start at the school level. The nominees compete for the district title.
Rodel Blog
Digging deeper: 4 chronic opportunity gaps that high-needs kids face
From pre-k through postsecondary, many minority and “high-need” student populations miss out on critical milestones that would prepare them for postsecondary success. These four examples of chronic educational opportunity gaps illustrate how students are being left behind, why these gaps matter for Delaware students, and who are some of the groups taking action.
The News Journal
Christina School District teachers raise mold concerns
Some rooms occupied by students at Pulaski Elementary School still have air-quality problems related to mold, according to reports brought to the Christina school board Tuesday night. The results came from another round of tests taken last week at Pulaski, where mold was discovered in August, and caused a stir on the board and in the audience.
National News
Albuquerque Journal
State education chief hears ABQ concerns
Albuquerque parents, teachers, business leaders and elected officials gathered Tuesday to offer their two cents on education. New Mexico’s Public Education Department organized the community meeting to get input on the federal Every Student Succeeds Act, a successor to No Child Left Behind that gives states more policy control.
The Hechinger Report
A controversial student funding system could replace Mississippi’s long-neglected spending formula
Imagine this scenario: the Oxford School District is spending $10,117 on Jessica, a sixth-grade student. If she moves to Rankin County, her new district will only spend $8,447 on her, under the state’s current funding formula. That formula, which was established in 1997, is based on several factors, including average daily attendance, a base student cost, and local contribution.
The Times-Picayune
Latinos feel left out at New Orleans schools, survey says
Latino parents want to be involved in their children’s education — and schools could be doing a lot more to include them. That’s the conclusion of a survey recently released by Our Voice Nuestra Voz, a parent advocacy group. Nuestra Voz is hosting meetings Wednesday and Thursday to discuss the results.
U.S. News and World Report
Education Secretary John King calls for more civic education
The key to ending police brutality and quell racial tensions in the country is through civic education, Secretary of Education John King said Wednesday. Speaking at the National Press Club, King said promoting “democracy was one of the original goals of public education,” and schools and colleges must educate students about their role in democracy and help America’s youth become problem-solvers.