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  Archives:  August 2012

Statewide Data Dashboard Gives Educators New Tool to Support Student Learning

Department of Education | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 23, 2012

The Delaware Department of Education’s Education Insight system allows educators to make data-driven decisions to improve instruction and learning for Delaware’s students.




No Gold Medal Here: U.S. is Lagging Behind Global Competitors in Commitment to Education, New Study Finds

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 22, 2012

In an era when the next generation will be expected to compete for jobs in a global economy, America’s commitment to education is waning while the growing economies of China and India are investing more than ever, according to a new report released today.




New Prescription Drug Database Tool to Reduce Abuse and Diversion

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Delaware took a significant step forward in its efforts to combat prescription drug abuse and diversion this week with the official launch of the Delaware Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).




Delaware Forest Service’s Erich Burkentine leading Maryland wildfire crew

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Delaware Forest Service forester Erich Burkentine of Milton is now leading a 20-person team of wildland firefighters from Maryland that is part of 1,148 personnel battling the Trinity Ridge Fire near Boise, Idaho that has burned an estimated 94,718 acres at a cost of $14.3 million to date. So far, the blaze is only 5 […]




Statement of Governor Markell Regarding Appeals Court Decision on Cross-State Air Pollution Rule

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Governor Jack Markell issued a statement in response to a decision by U.S. Court of Appeals for the D. C. Circuit, which vacated the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR).






  Archives:  August 2012

Statewide Data Dashboard Gives Educators New Tool to Support Student Learning

Department of Education | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, August 23, 2012

The Delaware Department of Education’s Education Insight system allows educators to make data-driven decisions to improve instruction and learning for Delaware’s students.




No Gold Medal Here: U.S. is Lagging Behind Global Competitors in Commitment to Education, New Study Finds

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 22, 2012

In an era when the next generation will be expected to compete for jobs in a global economy, America’s commitment to education is waning while the growing economies of China and India are investing more than ever, according to a new report released today.




New Prescription Drug Database Tool to Reduce Abuse and Diversion

Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Delaware took a significant step forward in its efforts to combat prescription drug abuse and diversion this week with the official launch of the Delaware Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP).




Delaware Forest Service’s Erich Burkentine leading Maryland wildfire crew

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Delaware Forest Service forester Erich Burkentine of Milton is now leading a 20-person team of wildland firefighters from Maryland that is part of 1,148 personnel battling the Trinity Ridge Fire near Boise, Idaho that has burned an estimated 94,718 acres at a cost of $14.3 million to date. So far, the blaze is only 5 […]




Statement of Governor Markell Regarding Appeals Court Decision on Cross-State Air Pollution Rule

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Governor Jack Markell issued a statement in response to a decision by U.S. Court of Appeals for the D. C. Circuit, which vacated the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR).