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Governor’s Weekly Message: Strengthening Educational Opportunities for Delaware Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 20, 2015

Governor Markell explains the importance of identifying unmet student needs and developing a comprehensive plan that addresses all schools in Delaware. “Amazing schools and programs across the state are offering diverse and innovative opportunities to meet individual needs, whether it’s the science and math focus at Conrad Schools of Science, the college prep courses at Mount Pleasant, the
programs to serve high-need students at EastSide Charter, or the robust career and technical training at Vo Tech schools in each county,” said Governor Markell.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Strengthening Educational Opportunities for Delaware Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 20, 2015

All students deserve educational opportunities that prepare them to thrive in an increasingly competitive economy. For some, that means curriculum based on science and math, special preparation for careers in manufacturing or information technology, or dual language programs.




Governor Initiates Statewide Plan for Future Education Offerings

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 19, 2015

Governor Markell announced a needs assessment and strategic planning process for the future of Delaware public schools, including charter, vocational-technical, and magnet schools.




Governor’s Statement on the Confirmation of Collins J. Seitz, Jr. as Delaware Supreme Court Justice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 18, 2015

The Delaware Senate today unanimously confirmed the nomination of Collins J. (C.J.) Seitz, Jr., to serve as a Justice on the Delaware Supreme Court, replacing Justice Henry duPont Ridgely, who retired on January 31st.




Statement by Governor Markell on Announcement of UD Interim President Nancy Targett

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Governor Markell issued the following statement today in response to the announcement that Nancy Targett, dean of the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment, will serve as interim president of the University of Delaware, effective July 1







  Category: Office of the Governor

Governor’s Weekly Message: Strengthening Educational Opportunities for Delaware Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, March 20, 2015

Governor Markell explains the importance of identifying unmet student needs and developing a comprehensive plan that addresses all schools in Delaware. “Amazing schools and programs across the state are offering diverse and innovative opportunities to meet individual needs, whether it’s the science and math focus at Conrad Schools of Science, the college prep courses at Mount Pleasant, the
programs to serve high-need students at EastSide Charter, or the robust career and technical training at Vo Tech schools in each county,” said Governor Markell.




Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Strengthening Educational Opportunities for Delaware Students

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 20, 2015

All students deserve educational opportunities that prepare them to thrive in an increasingly competitive economy. For some, that means curriculum based on science and math, special preparation for careers in manufacturing or information technology, or dual language programs.




Governor Initiates Statewide Plan for Future Education Offerings

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, March 19, 2015

Governor Markell announced a needs assessment and strategic planning process for the future of Delaware public schools, including charter, vocational-technical, and magnet schools.




Governor’s Statement on the Confirmation of Collins J. Seitz, Jr. as Delaware Supreme Court Justice

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 18, 2015

The Delaware Senate today unanimously confirmed the nomination of Collins J. (C.J.) Seitz, Jr., to serve as a Justice on the Delaware Supreme Court, replacing Justice Henry duPont Ridgely, who retired on January 31st.




Statement by Governor Markell on Announcement of UD Interim President Nancy Targett

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Friday, March 13, 2015

Governor Markell issued the following statement today in response to the announcement that Nancy Targett, dean of the College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment, will serve as interim president of the University of Delaware, effective July 1