Earlier this month, a storm of political change swept across America to return Republican Donald Trump to the White House. But governing institutions in the First State appear unshaken â at first glance. Democrats, as before, will occupy the stateâs congressional office, both Senate seats, its governorship, and both legislative houses. Yet some who participate in Delaware politics see change …
Teachers no longer granted 10-day COVID leave
For the first time since fall 2020, Delaware teachers will not be granted paid COVID-19 leave. That means they have to use their normal sick leave if they or a family member gets sick. âThe argument can be made that we’re further away from the craziness of COVID, so I get it,â said Jennifer Saunders, whoâs taught in Red Clay …
School board elections open to voters Tuesday
After weeks of candidates campaigning, Delawareâs 38 school board candidates face the voters Tuesday, May 10. Polls open on May 10 at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. While school board elections typically draw only 10% of the available voters, many Delaware organizations are hoping for a higher turnout this year. Jane Brady, chairwoman of the Delaware State …
State School Boards Assn. condemns calling mask protests âdomestic terrorismâ
The Delaware School Boards Association says it was not consulted before national group called for federal help over school mask protests. The group that represents Delawareâs school boards does not agree with a national groupâs characterizing protests over mask requirements and curriculum issues as hate crimes and acts of domestic terrorism. Those protesting are exercising their right to free …