Tag: delaware schools
Delaware School Funding Settlement: What it Means
November 18th, 2020
As has been widely reported, a settlement was announced last month in the ongoing lawsuit over Delaware’s school funding system. The agreement was reached between Delaware and civil rights groups Delawareans for Educational Opportunity and the NAACP of Delaware. What does it all mean? Here’s how the settlement could impact the state...VIEW ARTICLE
A Look at Delaware’s Digital Learning Landscape
News, Partnerships, Student-Centered Learning
October 8th, 2020
Back in June, we blogged about how Delaware has approached digital learning during COVID-19. Since then, the state has invested in areas such as access to devices and broadband connectivity, and published a feasibility study to further examine the gaps. Digital learning is more relevant than ever, as parents, students, and teachers must...VIEW ARTICLE
The Dawn of Virtual Work-Based Learning: Students Weigh In
Partnerships, Postsecondary Success
October 6th, 2020
When it comes to career pathways and work-based learning experiences for students —Delaware occupies rarified air. We’re considered a national leader for our tight-knit partnerships between high schools, higher ed, and local businesses. Nearly 20,000 high schoolers are gaining in-class instruction along with real-world work experiences...VIEW ARTICLE
7 Eye-catching Expert Quotes about Delaware’s Funding System
September 16th, 2020
As reported by Amy Cherry and WDEL: "A lawsuit that seeks equity in Delaware's education system and challenges its current funding system is heading to court mediation. The lawsuit, filed in January of 2018 by the Delawareans for Educational Opportunity and the NAACP Delaware State Conference of Branches with involvement from the ACLU...VIEW ARTICLE