Governor’s Weekly Message: Delaware’s Time to Lead
In his weekly message, Governor Markell talks about his fourth State of the State Address, which he delivered to a joint session of the General Assembly on Thursday. He made clear that to lead in the future, Delaware must stay focused now on creating more jobs, making our schools stronger and governing responsibly.
State of the State Address 2012 – Delaware’s Time to Lead
Governor Jack Markell’s fourth State of the State address today made clear that to lead in the future, Delaware must stay focused now on creating more jobs, making our schools stronger and governing responsibly.
Delaware Wins Federal Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge
Delaware’s collaborative efforts to improve access to and the quality of early childhood education and the strength of the state’s proposal to move each forward were acknowledged today when Delaware was named a winner in the federal Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge. The First State was also a winner in the initial Race to the Top contest, which challenged states to make public schools stronger.
Lt. Governor Announces Criminal Justice Council Grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters
Lt. Governor Matt Denn, Chair of the Criminal Justice Council, will announce a $49,000 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Governor Markell Names DSU Professor to be Delaware’s Ambassador to Mars
Governor Jack Markell named Dr. Noureddine Melikechi, the Vice President for Research at Delaware State University (DSU), Delaware’s “Ambassador to Mars,” in recognition of his achievements and role in the launch of NASA’s Mars Science Laboratory planned for November 25th.
