Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Investing in Our Students by Building on Dual Enrollment Progress
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, January 15, 2016
We know that good-paying jobs increasingly require education or training beyond high school, and evidence shows that students who take a college course in high school are more likely to complete their post-secondary education.
Governor Markell Announces Nomination of Patrice Gilliam-Johnson, Ph.D. to Serve as Secretary of Labor
Department of Labor | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 14, 2016
Governor Markell announced the nomination of respected educator and human resources expert Patrice Gilliam-Johnson, Ph.D. to serve as Delaware’s next Secretary of Labor.
Kent County farm honored as Delaware’s newest Century Farm
Department of Agriculture | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, January 14, 2016
A Kent County farm founded before the First World War was recognized Thursday as Delaware’s newest Century Farm. The Thompson family, which owns a 77-acre farm near Hartly, was honored with the Century Farm Award at a ceremony at Delaware Ag Week at the State Fairgrounds in Harrington.
Governor Markell Statement on President Obama’s 2016 State of the Union
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Governor Markell issued the following statement in reaction to President Obama’s State of the Union address.
Labor Secretary John McMahon to Retire after Seven-Year Tenure
Department of Labor | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Having successfully led the Department of Labor’s efforts to support Delaware workers during one of the most challenging times in the state’s history, Secretary John McMahon announced that he would retire to spend more time with his family.
