Delaware Releases Results For 2015 State Assessments
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Smarter Balanced scores set new baseline for students’ progress toward college and career readiness Statewide assessment results released today provide a new baseline for how Delaware students are performing in English language arts and mathematics. The 2015 Smarter Balanced Assessment results are the first ever scores for the test, which is aligned with the Common […]
Four Persons Reported Positive in Delaware for Human West Nile Virus
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, September 1, 2015
Four persons in Delaware have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The cases, three in New Castle County and one in Kent County were reported to the Division of Public Health (DPH) in mid-late August. None of the individuals reported symptoms. Instead the virus was found as part of bloodwork related to a routine medical procedure. The mosquito-borne illness can become serious and DPH reminds people to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites.
New TranspARTation Grant Opportunity for Schools
Delaware Division of the Arts | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Tuesday, September 1, 2015
The Delaware Division of the Arts is now accepting applications for TranspARTation Grants— a program developed to assist schools with transportation costs to attend arts and cultural events throughout the state.
Back to School Health and Safety Tips
Division of Public Health | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 28, 2015
Back to school is a busy time and there are many things for time-crunched parents to remember. The Division of Public Health (DPH) wants to help with tips for a healthy and safe school year.
Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Expanding Educational Opportunities for Students
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, August 28, 2015
The transcript of Governor Markell weekly message which highlights education efforts across Delaware to better prepare our students for success.
