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3 Delaware Schools to Bring Home Blue Ribbons

Written on: September 28th, 2011 in EducationGuest Posts

Guest post from Secretary of Education Dr. Lillian M. Lowery Educators, in partnership with invested parents and community members, are working hard across our state to close achievement gaps and ensure every child is succeeding. Some of that work recently led to national honors. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan recognized three Delaware schools, among about 300 […]


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If You Really Knew Kirk: How Delaware Kids Stand Up to Bullying

Written on: September 24th, 2011 in Education

Our kids are back to school – and as parents, we worry when they’re not around.  Across the country, many students, parents, and educators are concerned about bullying.  Bullies can make kids – and adults – feel weak. But often, kids can surprise and inspire us with their strength, their passion, and their creativity. To […]


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Investing in Early Education is Critical for Delaware’s Future

Written on: May 25th, 2011 in EducationGuest Posts

Guest post from Vivian Rapposelli, Secretary of the Department of Services for Children, Youth and their Families (DSCYF) Earlier this month, Governor Markell proposed a bold investment of $22 million into the state’s early childhood system. Last week, the Joint Finance Committee supported the Governor’s proposal in full. In their actions, the Governor and General […]


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2011 State of the State: A Delaware Far Stronger than the Challenges We Face

Written on: January 20th, 2011 in AgricultureEducationEffective & Efficient GovernmentHelping Our NeighborsJob CreationMajor Speeches

Lt. Governor Denn, President Pro Tem DeLuca, Speaker Gilligan, members of the 146th General Assembly, statewide elected officials, members of the Judiciary, members of the Cabinet, State employees, Carla, family and the people of Delaware: This is the third time I have had the opportunity to come before you to report on the State of […]


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Holiday Wishes for Jobs & Education

Written on: December 21st, 2010 in EducationJob Creation

Marrying Innovation & Manufacturing Our state has a long history as a cradle of innovation. A place where ideas can become products, products become new companies and companies help shape new industries. We are working to make sure that this history isn’t just remembered – we’ve been putting policies in place and working together with […]


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