Ten Delaware high school students to compete for the state title and to advance to virtual National Finals MEDIA ADVISORY March 2, 2022 WHAT: Ten Delaware high school students participated in the taped state finals for Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest that will premiere on the Delaware Division of the Arts’ YouTube channel. The […] The post The Delaware …
The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Recycle, Repurpose…RE-IMAGINE” by Colleen Zufelt
The Delaware Division of the Arts’ Mezzanine Gallery presents artist Colleen Zufelt’s exhibition, Recycle, Repurpose…RE-IMAGINE, showing March 4 through 25, 2022. Her exhibit will also be part of Art Loop Wilmington — the monthly self-guided tour of art in and around the city. The post The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit “Recycle, Repurpose…RE-IMAGINE” by Colleen Zufelt appeared first on State of …
EDGE Grants Competition Reopens To Benefit Promising Early-Stage Delaware Small Businesses
DOVER, DE (March 1, 2022) – Young Delaware companies in need of funding to help expand their business can now apply to compete for an Encouraging Development, Growth and Expansion (EDGE) Grant from the Division of Small Business. The division will be accepting EDGE Grant applications until March 31 from promising early-stage businesses throughout Delaware. […] The post EDGE Grants …
Delaware Heritage Commission’s Book of the Week Celebrating Black History Month
This week’s Book of the Week is a special partnership with Delaware Historical Society and continues our celebration of Black History Month! “Forging Faith, Building Freedom African American Faith Experiences in Delaware, 1800-1980” – by Constance J. Cooper & Lewis V. Baldwin You can view and/or download a PDF version of this book here. […] The post Delaware Heritage …
Historical Affairs celebrates Women’s History Month 2022
Activities honor and celebrate women’s lives and historic achievements. The post Historical Affairs celebrates Women’s History Month 2022 appeared first on State of Delaware News.
Education preparation reports show programs’ progress
The Delaware Department of Education today released 2021 biennial reports on the state’s teacher and specialist educator preparation programs, part of a comprehensive effort to strengthen educator preparation programs in the First State. These reports were originally intended to be released in the fall of 2020; however, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, reports were delayed by one year. The post …
Delaware Heritage Commission’s Book of the Week Celebrating Black History Month
Continuing our celebration of Black History Month, the Delaware Heritage Commission is proud to present our Book of the Week: “A History of African Americans of Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore” – by Carole C. Marks, Editor You can view a PDF version of this book here. SYNOPSIS: The history of African Americans […] The post Delaware Heritage …
February 23: Forum on Racial History and Education in Delaware
On Wednesday, February 23 at 6:30 p.m., Governor Carney will host a virtual forum on Racial History and Education in Delaware with Dr. Reba Hollingsworth (Delaware Heritage Commission) and Dr. Bradley Skelcher (Professor Emeritus of History at Delaware State University). This event is coordinated in partnership with the Delaware Heritage Commission, the Delaware Division […] The post February 23: …
Governor Carney Announces $40 Million of American Rescue Plan (ARPA) Funding for Delaware Libraries
Funds for Nine Libraries Across the State WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney announced Thursday $40 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to be distributed to libraries throughout all three counties. The investments are funded by the American Rescue Plan Act Capital Relief Fund, which was championed by Delaware’s Congressional Delegation – U.S. Senators […] The post Governor Carney …
Division of the Arts to Host Annual State Employee Art Exhibition
More than 200 state employees and their family members have registered to show artwork at Delaware State University Art Center/Gallery Dover, Del. (February 16, 2022) – The Delaware Division of the Arts is hosting the 11th annual Delaware State Employee Art Exhibition. The free exhibition will be open to the public from February 21 to […] The post Division of …