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  Archives:  March 2015

Governor’s Weekly Message: Supporting Student Progress Through Effective Assessments

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Wilmington – In his weekly message, filmed at William Penn High School, Governor Markell highlights a statewide effort announced earlier this week to reduce school testing. “The fact that assessments play an important role in supporting our students means we must invest the time and resources in getting them right,” said Governor Markell. “While effective tests […]



Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Supporting Student Progress Through Effective Assessments

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Every student, here at William Penn and across Delaware, deserves the opportunity to graduate high school ready to enter college or a career. But we can’t fulfill that responsibility if we don’t know when our students fall behind. For a long time, that’s what happened for many young people, particularly from disadvantaged populations – especially […]



Bernice and Douglas Moore honored as Delaware Tree Farmers of the Year

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Bernice and Douglas Moore were honored as Delaware Tree Farmers of the Year at the annual meeting of the Delaware Forestry Association on March 12 in Felton. The Moores were recognized for their continuous commitment to sustainable forest management and stewardship planning, as well as extensive engagement in forestry education and outreach. Their 102-acre property near Georgetown has been a certified Tree Farm since 1993. On hand to present a proclamation from the Delaware General Assembly were Reps. David L. Wilson (R-35) and Harvey R. Kenton (R-36). Governor Markell also sent a video message to congratulate the Moores for their accomplishment.



Delaware Housing Workshops: March 23-24, 2015

Kent County | New Castle County | Office of Veterans Services | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Where/When: The Modern Maturity Center, Dover, DE on Monday, March 23, 2015 from 1:00 to 7:00 pm. The Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington, DE on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. Attorney General Matthew P. Denn sent out a letter stating, ” The nationwide economic crisis across this country has shown some inprovement, but the […]



Governor Markell Announces Grant Program to Promote Financial Literacy

Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | State Bank Commissioner | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Governor Jack Markell has announced the availability of a fifth round of grants to promote financial and economic literacy among Delawareans of all ages through the state’s Financial Literacy Education Fund (FLEF). “The Financial Literacy Education Fund was established to help Delawareans reach their financial potential through education on how to wisely budget, save, invest, […]





  Archives:  March 2015

Governor’s Weekly Message: Supporting Student Progress Through Effective Assessments

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Wilmington – In his weekly message, filmed at William Penn High School, Governor Markell highlights a statewide effort announced earlier this week to reduce school testing. “The fact that assessments play an important role in supporting our students means we must invest the time and resources in getting them right,” said Governor Markell. “While effective tests […]



Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Supporting Student Progress Through Effective Assessments

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Every student, here at William Penn and across Delaware, deserves the opportunity to graduate high school ready to enter college or a career. But we can’t fulfill that responsibility if we don’t know when our students fall behind. For a long time, that’s what happened for many young people, particularly from disadvantaged populations – especially […]



Bernice and Douglas Moore honored as Delaware Tree Farmers of the Year

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Bernice and Douglas Moore were honored as Delaware Tree Farmers of the Year at the annual meeting of the Delaware Forestry Association on March 12 in Felton. The Moores were recognized for their continuous commitment to sustainable forest management and stewardship planning, as well as extensive engagement in forestry education and outreach. Their 102-acre property near Georgetown has been a certified Tree Farm since 1993. On hand to present a proclamation from the Delaware General Assembly were Reps. David L. Wilson (R-35) and Harvey R. Kenton (R-36). Governor Markell also sent a video message to congratulate the Moores for their accomplishment.



Delaware Housing Workshops: March 23-24, 2015

Kent County | New Castle County | Office of Veterans Services | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Where/When: The Modern Maturity Center, Dover, DE on Monday, March 23, 2015 from 1:00 to 7:00 pm. The Chase Center on the Riverfront, Wilmington, DE on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. Attorney General Matthew P. Denn sent out a letter stating, ” The nationwide economic crisis across this country has shown some inprovement, but the […]



Governor Markell Announces Grant Program to Promote Financial Literacy

Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Office of the Governor | State Bank Commissioner | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Governor Jack Markell has announced the availability of a fifth round of grants to promote financial and economic literacy among Delawareans of all ages through the state’s Financial Literacy Education Fund (FLEF). “The Financial Literacy Education Fund was established to help Delawareans reach their financial potential through education on how to wisely budget, save, invest, […]