Tag: Delaware General Assembly
State of the State: Governor Markell Remains Dedicated to Education
Early Childhood Education, News
January 24th, 2012
On January 19th, Governor Markell gave his annual State of the State address to the General Assembly. This speech provides an opportunity to gauge the priorities of the executive branch, and this year Governor Markell did not disappoint. He noted a continued commitment to supporting business and bringing jobs to Delaware, attracting and...VIEW ARTICLE
Delaware Wins Early Learning Challenge Grant!
Early Childhood Education, News
December 16th, 2011
We are pleased to announce that Delaware was selected as a recipient of the federal Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge grant! Delaware is one of nine states to be awarded a grant out of 37 total applicants. The U.S. Departments of Education (ED) and Health and Human Services (HHS) jointly announced the winning applications on...VIEW ARTICLE
Governor Signs Charter Bill – But Delaware Still Trails Leading States
August 19th, 2011
Today, Governor Markell signed House Bill 205 into law, inching Delaware one step closer towards creating a vibrant charter school environment; however, much more is needed in order to attract charters with proven track records of lifting low-income student achievement. House Bill 205 has some positive components, including: Providing...VIEW ARTICLE
Financial Mismanagement Can Affect All Public Schools – Not Just Charters
July 6th, 2011
House Bill 205 was unanimously passed last week in order to provide taxpayers greater oversight and transparency into charter school finances – mostly as a result of poor financial management among a couple Delaware charter schools. Critics blamed charter schools and the DOE. And while these criticisms are valid, these unfortunate...VIEW ARTICLE