NEWARK – Christina School District‘s Joseph M. McVey Elementary School in Newark, is the recipient of a $10,000 grant aimed at enhancing its physical education program. The grant, awarded by GOLO, a Delaware-based health and wellness company, and Project Fit America, a national non-profit organization, will provide new fitness equipment, curriculum improvements, and teacher training designed to improve students’ health …
Christina School District announces 3 finalists for new superintendent
The Christina School District has unveiled the three finalists in its search for a new superintendent following a thorough selection process that incorporated community input, detailed interviews, and evaluations by Ray & Associates, the district’s superintendent search firm. The finalists are: 1. Dr. Kendra V. Johnson, Esq. – A seasoned educator with 28 years of experience, Dr. Johnson’s career began …
Christina’s Glasgow High 1 of 26 nationally honored for college access efforts
Glasgow High School in the Christina School District has been recognized as one of 26 schools nationwide for their exceptional efforts in guiding students toward higher education. The ACT’s American College Application Campaign (ACAC) picked the schools, with Glasgow the lone representative from the First State. These schools, celebrated as recipients of the sixth annual School of Excellence awards, have …
Newark Police Department has new community policing mascot for youth engagement
NEWARK – The Newark Police Department, in collaboration with the Newark Police Athletic League (PAL), is set to unveil its brand-new community policing mascot in an effort to strengthen connections between local youth and law enforcement. The unveiling event is scheduled for Friday, April 4, at Downes Elementary School in the Christina School District. The mascot, which draws inspiration from …
6 NCCo school districts collab for Transition to Adult Life fair
Six of the state’s 19 school districts – all in New Castle County – are partnering for an event at the end of March to help some of their students prepare for life after school. Families of students receiving special education services are invited to the 2025 Transition to Adult Life Fair, set to take place at Delaware Technical Community …
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Christina’s David DiFilippo charged for alleged sexual relations with student
A 45-year-old teacher from the Christina School District, David DiFilippo, has been charged with multiple felonies after being accused of inappropriate sexual behavior with a student at George V. Kirk Middle School in Ogletown. The alleged incidents occurred during the 2023-2024 school year. According to Delaware State Police, the investigation began in August 2024 after authorities learned that DiFilippo had …
Weigh in on the hiring of Christina’s new superintendent with 5 public meetings
The Christina School District, one of the largest in Delaware, is having 5 community gatherings to gauge the public’s wants and needs as it searches for its new superintendent after months of drama. “The Christina School District invites students, families, staff, and community members to take part in our Stakeholder Feedback Meetings,” the district said in a statement. It added …
Delaware LIVE+ Weekly Review – Feb. 9, 2025
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Christina opens search for permanent superintendent, asking the public for priorities
The search for a new head of the third largest school district in Delaware is underway. Christina School District has announced the search for its new superintendent has begun, after about a year of fights, firings, and frustration among the school board. RELATED: Christina school board puts Superintendent Shelton on leave Christina’s leadership changes Last July, the board voted after …