Tag: delaware schools
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
Re-Opening Our Schools is Important, But It Won’t Be Easy
July 16th, 2020
At Governor John Carney’s press conference this week, Secretary of Education Susan Bunting laid out the state-developed guidelines for school re-opening. After four months of valiant attempts at remote learning and DIY summer camp, parents and kids are more than ready for school to open, if it’s safe. Getting kids back in their...VIEW ARTICLE
Decoding the Statewide School Reopening Framework
July 16th, 2020
On Wednesday, June 15, the State of Delaware announced guidance for reopening of schools for the 2020-21 academic year. Governor John Carney and Secretary of Education Susan Bunting in a press conference emphasized the importance of returning to in-person instruction, while balancing safety for students and the state. The guidance builds on...VIEW ARTICLE