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News

School Safety is the Focus of Statewide Tabletop Exercise Series

Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
In conjunction with The Delaware Department of Education (DDOE), the Delaware Emergency Management Agency’s Delaware School Safety Center (DEMA DSSC...

Three schools earn Delaware Purple Star recognition

Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Three Delaware schools have earned the Purple Star School designation, recognizing them for their commitment to supporting the unique educational...

Students named 2026 Secretary of Education Scholars

Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Secretary of Education Cindy Marten has recognized 93 public school students from the Class of 2026 as Secretary of Education Scholars...

Delaware Division of the Arts Announces 15th Annual State Employee Art Exhibition Winners

Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Celebrating Employee Creativity and Encouraging Connection and Innovation   Statewide, Del. (March 24, 2026) – Every day, Delawareans rely on...

BASSE Charter to close in June

Friday, March 20th, 2026
Secretary of Education Cindy Marten, with the assent of the State Board of Education, announced the revocation of the Bryan...

Delaware accelerates statewide early literacy strategy with more than $8m to strengthen classroom reading instruction

Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Delaware is accelerating the implementation of its statewide early literacy strategy with more than $8 million in aligned investments to...

Upcoming Events

Charter School Accountability Committee (CSAC) Initial Meeting Gateway Charter School Major Mod

Date: May 13, 2026, 1:00 - 1:05 pm

Location: Townsend Building, Cabinet Room, Second Floor

An initial meeting for CSAC to review and discuss the charter major modification application of Gateway Charter School to take such further action thereon as the committee deems appropriate including, without limitation, drafting of the final report on the application.

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Initial Public Hearing Major Modification Application Gateway Charter School

Date: May 19, 2026, 5:00 - 5:05 pm

Location: Townsend Building, Cabinet Room, Second Floor

To collect public comments regarding the major modification application of Gateway Charter School.

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Council on Educational Technology Meeting

Date: May 20, 2026, 12:30 - 1:30 pm

Location: Cape Henlopen Fred Thomas Building

The Council on Educational Technology will provide strategic guidance for public education technology by conducting needs assessments; offering policy and budget recommendations; engaging in strategic planning to ensure alignment between state and local efforts; defining acceptable use policies, procedures and processes to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations; and providing support for technology-related procurement.

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Special shout out to Ms. Jones and Ms. Bennett at WECEC: "It takes a very special person to teach special education, and we are so grateful for you both. You both go above and beyond day in and day out, and because of that, our girl is thriving." #IloveDEteachers

Shoutouts for Audrey Feltz, Heather Stokley and Keri Burton Justice at @IndianRiverDE North Georgetown ES: "I have been fortunate to work alongside educators who inspire growth, passion, and purpose." #IloveDEteachers

"Shoutout Mr Caldwell at Caesar Rodney High School as he cares to see his students succeed and accomplish their goals as he helps them the best he can. He never fails to light up the room with his jokes." #IloveDEteachers @CaesarRodneySD

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