Governor Markell Marks Next Stage in Fight against Addiction Epidemic
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Responding to the need for increased addiction treatment and recovery services statewide in the face of an epidemic that claims a life from overdose every other day, Governor Markell joined Department of Health and Social Services Secretary Rita Landgraf and other leaders to detail the state’s priorities for the $4.45 million in new resources provided by the Fiscal Year 2016 budget.
First Delaware Class Graduates from Youth Employment Program
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Underscoring efforts to ensure every Delawarean has access to education and training to thrive in today’s economy, Governor Markell today gave the keynote address at the graduation ceremony of the first class of young adults to complete a new employment training program, Generation.
Governor’s Weekly Message: Creating Greater Opportunities for Students to Reach Their Potential
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, August 7, 2015
Governor Markell discusses legislation signed this week to transform Wilmington schools.
Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Creating Greater Opportunities for Students to Reach Their Potential
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 7, 2015
We know having families engaged in their schools plays a vital role in students’ success. For too long, many children in our most populous city have struggled without this connection. Forty years ago, the City of Wilmington was split into four districts, forcing students to travel many miles to attend school despite the wishes of […]
Wilmington School Redistricting Moves Forward under New Laws
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Emphasizing the opportunity to solve a decades-long problem that has limited educational opportunities for children in the City of Wilmington, Governor Markell signed two bills that pave the way for redrawing school district boundaries to reduce the number of districts in the City and help families better participate in their children’s schools.
