Redding Consortium Recommends Landmark Merger of Wilmington’s Four Northern School Districts A few dozen interested parents and citizens joined the members of Delaware’s Redding Consortium as they met to render a decision on the redistricting proposal that they would further analyze before sending it to the state Board of Education. After a three-hour meeting marked by cautious debate and a …
Presenters explained that local funding accounts for 29% of school revenue statewide, with the reassessment process increasing property values and leading to significant changes in tax bills. By Brent Burdge, Contributing Journalist, Delaware LIVE DOVER, Del. — On the heels of vocal concerns, even outrage, from both residential and commercial property owners, Delaware’s Reassessment Committee convened Monday. The purpose was …
Holiday Break Guide: From dinosaurs and discovery at the Delaware Museum of Nature & Science to trains, trails, pickleball, zoos, and indoor play, families across the region have plenty of ways to stay active and connected. WILMINGTON — The week between Christmas and New Year’s often leaves parents and grandparents searching for ways to keep children engaged, active and off …
Brandywine Parents, Teachers and Residents Met to Hear About the Redistricting Proposals from the Redding Consortium Co-Chairs Wilmington, DE – Officials, educators, and families packed a Brandywine School District workshop at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School on Monday, December 8th. This was a high-stakes discussion about how to redraw school district lines in Wilmington and northern New Castle County—changes that could …
Seat will be appointed through a public application process, with a forum scheduled for Dec. 8 WILMINGTON, Del. — As the Christina School District is moving to fill a sudden vacancy on its seven-member school board following the resignation of District F, formerly held by Dr. Baqir, Representative Shannon Troncoso stepped down Dec. 4, citing transparency issues, discrimination, and what …
New hands-on STEM hub in Hagley’s historic Power Plant invites students in grades 1–12 to design robots, explore innovation, and connect Delaware’s industrial past with today’s young inventors. WILMINGTON, Del. — Hagley Museum and Library is deepening its role as a hub for hands-on innovation with the launch of a new FIRST Spark Lab-style maker space and partnership with local …
“Wild Creativity” exhibit explores the concept of biomimicry—designing solutions modeled on nature’s own strategies – Update WILMINGTON – The Delaware Museum of Nature and Science launched a new bilingual traveling exhibit, Creatividad silvestre | Wild Creativity, which invites visitors to explore how the natural world inspires human innovation. The exhibit opened on October 4, 2025, and remains on view through …
Families can meet Scouting leaders and learn about activities at events scheduled in November in New Castle County. WILMINGTON, Del. — Scouting is growing across New Castle County as families look for structured, values-based programs that blend leadership, outdoor adventure, and community service. “Scouting gives kids real chances to lead, serve, and try new things in a safe, supportive setting,” …
For nearly a century, Delaware School for the Deaf has served as the state’s only comprehensive educational institution for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students By Jamie Kleman | Contributing Journalist Delaware Live | October 2025 On Saturday, November 1, families, educators, alumni, and community supporters will gather at the Delaware School for the Deaf (DSD) campus in Newark …
Top Delaware Private School Open Houses this weekend: Archmere Academy and St. Mark’s High SchoolBy Staff Writer | Delaware LIVE WILMINGTON, Del. — Open houses at Delaware’s top private schools continue this weekend, giving families the chance to explore campuses, meet teachers, and get a feel for school communities across New Castle County. Schools including Archmere Academy in Claymont and …
Independence, Padua, Ursuline, Tatnall Open Houses This Weekend… Friends, St. Mark’s, and Archmere next several weeks. WILMINGTON, Del. — For Delaware parents weighing private school options, fall open houses offer one of the best ways to find the right educational fit for their children. Beyond test scores and websites, these in-person visits give families a genuine feel for a school’s …
Milford High School educator Shae Parks inspires students through innovative civics education, hands-on government lessons, and community leadership programs MILFORD – At a time when understanding democracy is critical to the health of the nation, Milford Senior High School is earning national attention for its commitment to civics education. Leading that effort is educator Shae Parks, a seventh-year teacher whose …
