Regulations and Code

Under State of Delaware law, the Delaware Department of Education (DDOE) is required to exercise general control and supervision over all public schools in the state. DDOE supports districts and charter schools with resources, professional development, grant access and more so that all Delaware students are ready for success in college, career and life. Delaware education laws and regulations are often formed in partnership with the State Board of Education (SBE), the Professional Standards Board (PSB) and the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA).

• Delaware education laws – Learn more about Delaware’s current laws for public education as outlined in Title 14 of the Delaware Code
• Delaware education regulations – Find the rules and regulations DDOE has adopted to carry out Delaware’s education laws, including SBE regulations, PSB regulations and DIAA regulations

Providing public comment – Persons wishing to present their views on any DDOE regulation may do so by close of business on or before the date noted in the proposed regulation. Comments are considered public record and published in their entirety. Please do not include information in your public comment that you do not want to appear online.