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Spotlight Delaware

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Laurel school board member promotes parent to assume superintendent duties

A Laurel school board member says a colleague has a conflict of interest because his mother is now in charge of superintendent duties. The post Laurel school board member promotes parent to assume superintendent duties appeared first on Spotlight Delaware .

Laurel, DE · 1h

Cecil Whig

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Perryville advances to state semifinals

Perryville earned its first trip to the MPSSAA state semifinals since 2023 with a 7-1 victory over No. 1 seed Snow Hill in the Class 1A state quarterfinals Saturday. The No. 8 seeded Panthers will face No. 5 seed Liberty in the state semifinals on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Laurel High School. Perryville's Sadie Tome opened the scoring early Saturday with a goal in the opening minutes that gave the Panthers a 1-0 lead. After Snow Hill scored an equalizer off a corner kick five minutes later, Perryville responded with three goals to close out the first half from Scarlett White, Tome and Carsyn Hulbert to take a 4-1 lead into the break. Perryville added three more goals in the second half, with two coming from Ashlyn Anderson and one from Tome to secure a hat trick. Anderson and Tome each finished with two assists.

Perryville, MD · 17h

The Star Democrat

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MD school report cards released, Chapel Elementary rated five stars

EASTON — Talbot County’s five public elementary schools earned at least four stars on Maryland’s latest school report cards, with Chapel District Elementary School earning five stars. The annual report cards evaluate public schools on academic achievement, academic progress, progress toward English language proficiency, school quality and student success. High schools are also evaluated on graduation rates and readiness for postsecondary success. Talbot County’s elementary schools improved across all measures. Middle school results were mixed, while high school results improved from last year in graduation rates, progress toward English language proficiency and readiness for postsecondary success. Chapel District Elementary improved in every category and ranked in the 92nd percentile among Maryland schools. It earned 8.8 of 10 possible points for progress toward English language proficiency and 30 of 35 points for school quality and student success. Easton Elementary School rose from three to four stars, improving in all four major categories. Nearly all student groups improved in math proficiency and made gains in progress toward English language proficiency. Tilghman Elementary School also rose to four stars. It earned 12 of 18 possible points for school quality and student success and improved in academic achievement, though it fell short of its

Talbot County, MD · 2d

Delaware LIVE News

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Important games across the state in Delaware High School Football’s penultimate weekend

The penultimate week in Delaware High School Football’s regular season begins this weekend (November 6 and 7) with critical matchups across the DIAA’s three classifications.   The Delaware High School Football postseason is fast approaching with only two weeks of regular season competition remaining. There are only a couple opportunities for teams on the playoff bubble to earn their way ... Read More

Delaware · 3d

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Queen Anne’s County Schools Approve Virtual Learning Plan, Trim School Calendar

The Queen Anne’s County Public Schools Board of Education took action at its Wednesday, November 4, 2026, meeting, voting unanimously to adopt a new Virtual Education Plan designed to keep students on track with their education when hazardous weather forces school closures. The plan lays out clear expectations for...

Queen Anne'S County, MD · 3d

Milford LIVE News

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Milford rallies to help Ross Elementary recover from devastating fire

School district launches “Rebuilding Our Future” campaign, giving residents, businesses and community groups ways to replace classroom supplies, support teachers and help students move forward. By George D. Rotsch MILFORD, Del. — After a devastating fire disrupted the education of hundreds of elementary school students, the Milford School District is turning the community’s outpouring of support into an organized recovery ... Read More The post Milford rallies to help Ross Elementary recover from devastating fire appeared first on Milford LIVE! - Local Delaware News, Kent and Sussex Counties .

Milford, DE · 2d

marylandsportsblog.com

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Huntingtown Hurricanes Announce Upcoming Football, Basketball, and Wrestling Schedule

Huntingtown High School Athletics, representing the Huntingtown Hurricanes in Calvert County, has published its upcoming schedule for football, basketball, and wrestling contests. Events will take place at Huntingtown as well as other regional schools throughout the season. Basketball Schedule Highlights. The basketball teams will face Patuxent High School from Lusby,...

Huntingtown, MD · 2d

easternshoreundercover.com

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UMES Apologizes After Emcee Comments at Gospel Concert

Somerset County, MD - On November 4, 2026, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) released a statement about comments made during its homecoming gospel concert. According to the university, the comments were made on Sunday, November 1, 2026, by a UMES graduate student. The student was serving as a student emcee for the concert, which was part of the school's 2026 homecoming events.

Princess Anne, MD · 4d

tvdelmarva.com

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Delaware State University License Plate Now on Sale at DMV

Delaware State University alumni, supporters, and friends now have a new way to show their Hornet pride on Delaware roads — a specialty license plate is officially available for purchase through the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles. The idea originated in Delaware State University’s Office of Alumni Affairs, which...

Dover, DE · 3d

Cape Gazette

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Delmarva Christian girls' XC claims ESIAC championship

As Delmarva Christian continues to build a culture of running, it now has a major accomplishment to help boost the runners: an ESIAC title won by the girls Oct. 22, at the conference’s championship meet at Winter Place Park in Salisbury, Md. “We are very proud of our Lady...

Salisbury, MD · 3d

CarolineReview

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Linda Ridgell Earns Girl Scout Gold Award

After more than a decade without a Gold Award Girl Scout, Service Unit 34 in Caroline County now boasts two. A 2026 graduate of North Caroline High School, Girl Scout Linda Ridgell of Denton finished ...

Caroline County, MD · 4d

WBOC

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Sussex Tech board to consider ending lease with early learning center; parents start petition

GEORGETOWN, Del. — Parents are working to be heard as a long-running early learning center in Sussex County faces the possibility of closing at the end of the school year. The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District Board of Education is expected to discuss ending its lease with the independent center, Kristin’s Care Inc. Early Learning Center, at its meeting at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Sussex County, DE · 5d

Delaware LIVE News

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Delaware High School Football Weekend Features Three Key Matchups With Playoff Implications

No. 1 Salesianum faces Middletown, Smyrna looks to strengthen its championship credentials, and Sussex Central meets Caesar Rodney in a critical downstate showdown. Delaware’s high school football season enters its final stretch this weekend, with several important matchups that could help determine district standings, playoff positioning and which teams are building momentum for a postseason run. The spotlight will be ... Read More

Delaware · 9d

Cape Gazette

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Sussex Academy school choice application window now open

Families seeking accelerated learning opportunities for their children are invited to apply to enroll in Sussex Academy during Delaware’s annual school choice application window, now open through Wednesday, Jan. 13. Now in its 26th year, Sussex County’s first charter school is permitted via its charter to enroll 1,192 students...

Georgetown, DE · 7d

TANTVNEWS

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Talbot County School Board Candidates Split on Test Scores, Discipline and Teacher Voice

Six Talbot County school board candidates discussed test scores, discipline and teacher input at an October forum. Voters choose four of the seven elected board seats on Nov. 3. The post Talbot County School Board Candidates Split on Test Scores, Discipline and Teacher Voice appeared first on TANTV .

Talbot County, MD · 5d

natlawreview.com

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PepUp Gives $30,000 to Support Career and Skilled Trades Education on Delmarva

(Courtesy of Sussex Tech) L-R: Jeff Linthicum (PepUp), Erin Hollingsworth (PepUp), Kelly Whaley (Sussex Tech Adult Education), Summer VanZandt (PepUp), Jason Peel (Sussex County Vocational Technical School District Superintendent). (Courtesy of Chesapeake College) L-R: Clifford Coppersmith (Chesapeake College President ), Nash McMahan (PepUp President). Donations to Sussex Tech in Delaware...

Wye Mills, MD · 7d

talbotspy.org

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Letter to Editor: Talbot Students Deserve Better Than 22nd in Reading Gains, Tcps Need Change.

Talbot County Public Schools ranks 22nd of 24 Maryland districts for gains in reading proficiency since 2022, and 18th in math. On the 2025–26 MCAP, 46.8% of Talbot students are proficient in reading, against 51.7% statewide. In math, it’s 20.7% against 27.1%. Since 2022, Talbot has gained less...

Talbot County, MD · 7d

Delmarva Now | The Daily Times

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UMES vet school adds professional skills education leader

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Veterinary Medicine has hired Natalie Crawford to lead professional and life skills education for its future veterinarians. Crawford began in August as assistant professor and director of professional and life skills, according to a community announcement. She will oversee the Professional Life Skills curriculum throughout the pre-clinical years of UMES' Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. Her responsibilities include developing, assessing and refining measurable learning objectives aligned with accreditation standards and institutional competencies. "Joining UMES SVM at this moment is an honor,” Crawford said in the announcement. "Clinical knowledge is essential, but the veterinarians who truly thrive also know how to lead teams, communicate with clients, manage stress and build sustainable careers. I've learned that firsthand in clinics and in the corporate world. My goal is to weave those skills into every pre-clinical year so our students graduate as confident, resilient professionals.” Crawford brings clinical and corporate experience Crawford has more than 20 years of experience in clinical and corporate settings, according to the announcement. She spent 14 years in several roles at W.L. Gore & Associates Inc., a global materials science company. She also was director of operations for Middletown Veterinary Hospital

Princess Anne, MD · 6d

watchtheyard.com

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Meet Mister and Miss Delaware State University (2026-2027): Awasung Moma and Nia Dooley

HBCU Kings and Queens carry more than a title. They carry the culture, the history, and the pride of their entire campus every time they step onto the yard. That is why we at Watch The Yard are launching a new series dedicated to introducing you to the leaders wearing the crown this year, continuing with Delaware State University.

Dover, DE · 13d