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School discipline, student infraction data discussed by Delaware legislative task force
DOVER -- The School Behavior and School Climate Task Force received a comprehensive overview of student infractions Monday, outlining the increase in incidents, most common offenses and the ...
ASPIRE529 returns to give financial aid to foster children
A state program that seeks to help foster children in Delaware afford college is back for a third year. ASPIRE529 rewards 20 qualified applicants $529 to youth in or aging out of the foster care system seeking higher education. “The high school graduation rate for youth in foster care in Delaware is just over 50%, with less than 5%t of ... Read More
Voters approve funding boost for Smyrna schools, by 22 votes
The referendum was for one school. Earlier this spring, Smyrna School District turned to voters for additional funding needed on several capital projects approved back in 2021 — as market pressure had inflated costs previously outlined — as well as to keep up with new operating costs throughout the system. They were rejected in March.
Delaware Student of the Week already making a difference in theater in Middletown High
And then there was another student to spotlight. Delaware Online/The News Journal is running a new initiative to recognize achievements of high school students across the state through reader voting. This "Delaware Student of the Week" honor looks to highlight academic excellence, extracurricular activities, volunteerism, perseverance and more attributes that make up the lives of so many young scholars.
DIAA championships had some shining moments. Let's look back.
June is graduation time. It is a time for high school students to fondly remember their high school years while looking forward to a break before taking their next step. I’m Greg Giesen, Sports Strategist for Delaware Online, and this is the De Game Day newsletter. To follow in...
Project SEARCH Empowers Students to ‘Go the Distance’ With Job Opportunities
Pratyush Pol shared dinner and stories with his family and two mentors from ChristianaCare’s Endoscopy Department during a celebration of his time as an intern with Project SEARCH, a school-to-work program hosted at ChristianaCare for young adults with disabilities. Melissa MacMurray, BSN, RN, BS, PCCN, nurse manager of Endoscopy, said she has seen a transformation […] The post Project SEARCH ... Read More
8 students honored in digital interactive mapping national contest
Eight First State students have been recognized for their excellence in a national interactive mapping contest. The Esri’s 2024 ArcGIS webapp competition challenges students to create and share interactive mapping projects using ESRI ArcGIS software. First Staters created digital storymaps that explore some aspect of life in Delaware. Click on the project names below to view the maps. Here’s who ... Read More
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