The safety center builds on the work of a 2012 plan. (Photo by Tonktiti/Getty Images iStock Photo)

Delaware launches centralized school safety center and website

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) has launched the Delaware School Safety Center (DSSC), a new initiative aimed at bolstering school safety across the state. The DSSC includes a newly launched website designed to serve as a centralized hub for training, resources, and best practices for educators, parents, and emergency responders. Located here, the user-friendly site offers guidance and tools for …

This year's class of Secretary of Education Scholars included 96 of the state's brightest young minds.

96 students named Secretary of Education Scholars for Class of 2025

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

Secretary of Education Cindy Marten, alongside Governor Matt Meyer and other state leaders, celebrated 96 exceptional public school students from the Class of 2025 during a special dinner in Dover this week. These students were honored as Secretary of Education Scholars, a prestigious recognition given to those who have shown excellence both inside and outside the classroom. Click here to …

The First State ranks near last in the nation in its recovery from pandemic-caused learning loss. (Photo by bestyy38105321/Vecteezy)

Del. bottom 4 state in recovery from pandemic learning loss

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

Delaware recovered from learning loss caused by the COVID-19 pandemic at one of the worst rates in the entire country. A new report from the Education Recovery Scorecard, compiled by researchers from Harvard and Stanford universities, sheds light on how students in Delaware and across the nation are faring in their recovery from the learning disruptions caused by the pandemic. …

Review Feb 9

Delaware LIVE+ Weekly Review – Feb. 9, 2025

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THE WEBSITE WILL EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ON THE RIGHTS OF IMMIGRANT STUDENTS, AMONG OTHER RESOURCES. (PHOTO BY ALEXSKOPJE/ISTOCK GETTY IMAGES)

DOE hopes new website will calm nerves of immigrant families

Jarek RutzEducation, Headlines

The Delaware Department of Education released a resource to help ease the nerves of educators, parents, and families in regard to immigration actions in the state’s public schools. Secretary of Education Cindy Marten launched a website with guidance and resources. The website includes information on immigrant student rights, support available for schools and educators, recommended action steps for Delaware schools, …

Review Jan 19

Delaware LIVE+ Weekly Review – Jan. 19, 2025

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This Week’s Top Stories Include: Cindy Marten appointed Delaware Secretary of Education Pete Du Pont Freedom Foundation names 5 Reinventing Delaware semi-finalists Delaware leads national ‘Internet for All’ funding initiative Chamber Executive Director Jo Schmeiser reflects on 2024, looks ahead at 2025 City Manager Mark Whitfield reflects on 2024, looks ahead at 2025 Furious comeback by Milford wrestlers falls short …

Cindy Marten has been selected to be the next Delaware Secretary of Education.

Cindy Marten named new Delaware Secretary of Education

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Education

The state of Delaware has a new secretary of education, and she’s been plucked from her role as Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education. Cindy Marten will replace current secretary Mark Holodick, leaving an agency that President-Elect Donald Trump has sworn to close. “I am honored to join Governor-elect Meyer’s team and help lead Delaware’s public schools into a …