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  Category: Sussex County


“Bells Across the Land: A Nation Remembers Appomattox” on April 9, 2015

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Bells across Delaware will ring at 3:15 p.m. on April 9, 2015 in commemoration of Robert E. Lee’s 1865 surrender at Appomattox which effectively ending the American Civil War.




Equal Pay Day in Delaware: Delaware Women Leaders Ask for Support

Commission for Women | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, March 23, 2015

On Tuesday, March 24, 2015, a House Concurrent Resolution will be introduced in the General Assembly to affirm that equal pay for women matters to the people of Delaware. Sponsoring the Resolution in the House are House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst and Representative Stephanie T. Bolden; in the Senate, the sponsors are Senate Majority Whip […]




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

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | News | 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.




Library Advocates, Legislators to Meet Tuesday March 24 to Discuss the Future of Delaware’s Libraries

Delaware Libraries | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, March 19, 2015

Delaware library officials, friends, advocates, patrons, and other lovers of libraries will have an opportunity to meet with legislators at the annual Delaware Library Legislative Action Day on Tuesday, March 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is presented by the Delaware Library Association. A full day of activities is planned, including an […]




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 […]







  Category: Sussex County

“Bells Across the Land: A Nation Remembers Appomattox” on April 9, 2015

Historical and Cultural Affairs | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Bells across Delaware will ring at 3:15 p.m. on April 9, 2015 in commemoration of Robert E. Lee’s 1865 surrender at Appomattox which effectively ending the American Civil War.




Equal Pay Day in Delaware: Delaware Women Leaders Ask for Support

Commission for Women | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Monday, March 23, 2015

On Tuesday, March 24, 2015, a House Concurrent Resolution will be introduced in the General Assembly to affirm that equal pay for women matters to the people of Delaware. Sponsoring the Resolution in the House are House Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst and Representative Stephanie T. Bolden; in the Senate, the sponsors are Senate Majority Whip […]




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

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | News | 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.




Library Advocates, Legislators to Meet Tuesday March 24 to Discuss the Future of Delaware’s Libraries

Delaware Libraries | Department of State | Kent County | New Castle County | News | Sussex County | Date Posted: Thursday, March 19, 2015

Delaware library officials, friends, advocates, patrons, and other lovers of libraries will have an opportunity to meet with legislators at the annual Delaware Library Legislative Action Day on Tuesday, March 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is presented by the Delaware Library Association. A full day of activities is planned, including an […]




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 […]