Tag: Delaware education
External Threats to the State Budget and Education Spending
October 14th, 2026
How does federal funding affect Delaware? States and the services they provide rely heavily on the federal government for funds. While a great deal of money flows to states through direct payments, one of the biggest ways that states rely on the federal government is funding that goes to national assistance programs. Delawareans access...VIEW ARTICLE
Investing in Delaware’s Future Requires Both Resources and Accountability
September 22nd, 2026
Delaware has debated how to create a more equitable and effective school funding system for decades. This year marked an important step forward. Senate Bills 302 and 303 authorize a new hybrid funding formula and establish a structure for its continued implementation and oversight. The state has also committed $100 million toward the...VIEW ARTICLE
Historic Session Ushers in New Funding Formula and Major Investments in Education
July 2nd, 2026
2026 Delaware Legislative Wrap-Up 153rd General Assembly, Second Session (2026) The 2026 legislative session may be remembered as one of the most consequential for education in recent Delaware history. Years of advocacy, from Early Childhood Advocacy Day rallies and grassroots organizing efforts to public engagement around school funding...VIEW ARTICLE
Solutions to Delaware’s Child Care Crisis: What Can Delaware Learn from Other States?
January 7th, 2026
Delaware families and employers agree that child care should be a priority for policymakers—it’s hard to find and afford for families, and it’s harming Delaware’s employers and our economy. Delaware can learn from other states and adapt solutions to meet Delaware’s needs—we identified the opportunities below and which policymakers can...VIEW ARTICLE