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Rural Schools Group Joins National Superintendents' Organization

The Rural School and Community Trust and the AASA, the School Superintendents Association, say the partnership will allow the two groups to expand their reach and play off each other's strengths.




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Fin24.com | Mail & Guardian editor and deputy editor both announce resignation

Patel was appointed editor of the weekly investigative newspaper in October of 2016.




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NCSHA Recognizes State Rental Assistance Program with National Award

Delaware’s State Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) received national attention last week when it was honored with an Award for Program Excellence during the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) 2013 Annual Conference & Showplace in New Orleans, LA. This year’s conference was attended by more than 900 affordable housing industry professionals.




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DSHA Honored with Twentieth Consecutive National Accounting Award

The Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) has been honored by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for outstanding financial reporting. DSHA’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report earned a Certificate of Achievement for the twentieth consecutive year.




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Delaware home repair program wins national award

DOVER — Delaware’s new home repair assistance initiative, the Statewide Emergency Repair Program, has received national recognition from the National Council of State Housing Agencies with a 2017 Annual Award for Program Excellence. “We are honored to receive this award on behalf of our partners and the many Delawareans that this home repair work has […]



  • Delaware State Housing Authority

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DSHA’s Financial Coaching and Strong Neighborhoods Programs Win National Awards

Two of Delaware’s programs benefitting potential homebuyers received national recognition October 15 when they were honored with a 2018 Annual Award for Program Excellence during the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) annual conference.



  • Delaware State Housing Authority
  • $tand By Me
  • NCSHA

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International Achievement

A report from the George W. Bush Institute, in Dallas, argues that even America's top school districts are "mediocre" in student achievement compared with the performance of other industrialized countries.




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Wash. State District Cancels International Field Trips

A district in Washington state has halted all international field trips over concerns students in the country illegally wouldn't be able to get back in.




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Get Involved in International Education Week

How you can celebrate global education during International Education Week 2016.




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International Comparisons

Several countries that consistently outperform the U.S. on the Program for International Student Assessment also have more equitable education systems, but American schools are making progress on that front.




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Should Your High School Go International?

An increasing number of high schools are attracting students from abroad.





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Canadian in Paris: The Life and Work of an International Educator

In this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom sits down with Daniel to learn more about his life as an international educator, the American School of Paris, Daniel's goals and challenges in international education, and what he thinks all American educators should know about international educat




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International Comparisons

Across the 34 countries in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, education gives a strong return on investment for students in the workplace—unless you are a teacher.




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The Gates Foundation's Education Plans Go International

The foundation wants to help schools in developing countries have access to "better information, evidence, tools, and approaches to improve teaching and learning."




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International Collaboration Projects Using Technology

How Massachusetts students are demonstrating their global collaborative projects.




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International Schools and Overseas Teachers

International schools have been around for well over 100 years, initially providing education in the native language and curriculum for children whose parents worked as diplomats. Today, according ICEF (International Consultants for Education and Fairs) there are over 12,000 international schools in




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International Transition - Building a RAFT

You have signed a contract with an international school and the excitement and anticipation is rising; along with some nervousness. The questions start running through your mind, "What was I thinking? How long am I going to be gone? What do I need to pack? Can I get Reese Peanut Butter Cups over the




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International Benchmarks

A new report by the World Bank puts the results of much-publicized international tests–which many poor nations do not take part in–on a comparable scale as regional exams commonly used by developing countries.




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International Baccalaureate to Eliminate $172 Registration Fee

The organization hopes the change, which will take place starting with the next round of exams in November, will make it more affordable for students to take the tests.




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International Study Finds Major Inequities in Computer Literacy

Having access to a computer or tablet doesn't necessarily make students computer literate, according to a study of computer-literacy skills across countries.




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Performance Flat, But Gaps Widen in International Assessments

The United States has gained ground against other countries in a global assessment of teenagers' reading, math, and science skills. That's ironic, though, considering this country has been running in place for years in all three subjects.




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Delaware Division of Youth Rehabilitative Services Honored with Two National Awards

For Immediate Release                                                                                     Contact: Joseph Smack Wednesday, August 14, 2019                                                                    (302) 633-2501 or 893-8930 (m) Joseph.smack@delaware.gov   Delaware Division of Youth Rehabilitative Services Honored with Two National Awards  Stevenson House Detention Center recognized for reducing confinement & Ferris School best group performance in Kids Got Talent contest  Wilmington – The […]




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The Nation's Top Teachers on Self-Care, Student Voice, and What They Would Say to Trump

The four finalists for National Teacher of the Year say their fellow teachers are sharing their stories and their students' stories more than ever, and it's time for policymakers to listen.




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Pathways for Improving Inpatient Pediatric Asthma Care (PIPA): A Multicenter, National Study

This multicenter study analyzes the effects of pediatric inpatient asthma pathways on quality of care across varied hospital settings.




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How the 2020/21 UEFA Nations League will line up

The four leagues for the 2020/21 League Phase have been confirmed following an adjustment to the format.




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UEFA Nations League: all you need to know

What is it? How will it work? Why does UEFA believe that it will improve the quality of national team football? Find out here.




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Every tribe and tongue and nation

A dream comes true - the first OM recruit from her country sends the next group of recruits to the OM ship.




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Lebanese banks draft national rescue plan that keeps some of their capital

Lebanese banks are working on a national financial rescue plan that would preserve some of their capital rather than writing it all off as outlined in a government program, the banking association head said.




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AG Jennings, national coalition reach largest data breach settlement in history

$600 million settlement over 2017 Equifax data breach includes up to $425 million in consumer restitution Attorney General Kathy Jennings Monday announced a settlement with Equifax as the result of an investigation into the largest-ever breach of consumer data. Under the terms of the settlement, Equifax agreed to provide a single Consumer Restitution Fund of […]



  • Department of Justice
  • Department of Justice Press Releases
  • News

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Commissioner Trinidad Navarro Appointed Chair of National Antifraud Task Force

Delaware Commissioner selected from leaders across the country to head important consumer-focused committee Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro was appointed Chair of the National Association of Insurance Commissioner’s Antifraud Task Force this week. Commissioner Navarro previously served as Vice-Chair of the committee, and served in law enforcement for much of his career before his election […]




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Delaware’s State Museum System Awarded National Accreditation

Delaware’s state museum system has been accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States. Administered by the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs, the system includes five museums as well as the archaeological and historic objects collections curated by the state.



  • Department of State
  • Governor John Carney
  • Historical and Cultural Affairs
  • Office of the Governor
  • history
  • John Dickinson Plantation
  • johnson victrola musuem
  • museums
  • New Castle Court House Museum
  • old state house
  • zwaanendael museum

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Visit Delaware Releases New Mobile Application for National American Beer Day

Newport, Del.– Discovering Delaware went digital to celebrate National American Beer Day as the Delaware Tourism Office (Visit Delaware) unveiled Delaware on Tap, the new smartphone application version of the state’s popular Beer, Wine & Spirits Trail. The office showcased the app, which is available for free download in the App Store and from Google […]




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The Delaware Division of the Arts to Host a Free Accessibility Presentation Led by the National Endowment for the Arts

THE DELAWARE DIVISION OF THE ARTS TO HOST A FREE ACCESSIBILITY PRESENTATION LED BY THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS Dr. Beth Bienvenu, accessibility director, will review how to make the arts accessible to all Wilmington, Del. (November 30, 2017) – Building off of this year’s Arts Summit theme: “Arts for All” and an earlier […]




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The National Endowment for the Arts Announces FY 2018 Grants to Support the Arts

THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS ANNOUNCES FY 2018 GRANTS TO SUPPORT THE ARTS Two Delaware organizations will receive $20,000 in federal grants Wilmington, Del. (February 7, 2018) – Each year, more than 4,500 communities large and small throughout the United States benefit from National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants to nonprofits. For the […]



  • Delaware Division of the Arts
  • Department of State
  • Kent County
  • New Castle County
  • Sussex County
  • "Delaware Division of the Arts"
  • National Endowment for the Arts

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National Women’s History Month events among 16 special programs at the museums of the State of Delaware during March 2018

Highlights include programs on women's suffrage, Harriet Tubman and the female vocalists of the Victor Talking Machine Company.




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Samuel McGarvey to Represent Delaware in 2018 Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington

For Immediate Release  SAMUEL MCGARVEY TO REPRESENT DELAWARE IN 2018 POETRY OUT LOUD NATIONAL FINALS IN WASHINGTON Dover, Del. (February 28, 2018) – From a competitive field of 12 Delaware high school students, Samuel McGarvey, a sophomore from Tall Oaks Classical School, earned the title of 2018 Poetry Out Loud Delaware State Champion at the […]




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Celebrate National Library Week April 8-14

(Dover, DE) – This week, Delaware joins libraries nationwide in celebrating the many ways libraries enrich their communities through the transformative services and expertise they offer. April 8-14, 2018 is National Library Week, the annual celebration of the life-changing work of libraries, librarians, and library workers. People of all ages can collaborate, try out new […]




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Visit Delaware Showcases Endless Discoveries with 360 Virtual Tour for National Travel and Tourism Week

WILMINGTON – You can now see Delaware like never before with a breathtaking virtual tour of the state’s endless discoveries. At Nemours Estate Monday, as part of National Travel and Tourism Week (May 6-12), Governor John Carney, Secretary of State Jeffrey Bullock and Delaware Tourism Director Liz Keller showcased the experience that takes visitors on […]




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The National Endowment for the Arts Announces FY 2018 Grants to Support the Arts in Delaware

Three Delaware organizations will receive $729,100 in federal grants Wilmington, Del. (May 15, 2018) – As the only funder in the country to support arts activities in all 50 states and five U.S. jurisdictions, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced that three Delaware organizations, including the Division of the Arts, will receive $729,100 in […]




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State Historic Preservation Office Employee, African American History Expert Makes National Trust 40-Under-40 List

Carlton Hall, a cultural preservation specialist and historian with the Delaware State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), earned a place on the inaugural “40 Under 40” list recently unveiled by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.




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Fort Christina Offers a Historical Destination This Summer

Partner site of the First State National Historical Park to host summer 2018 events




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The National Endowment for the Arts Announces $27 Million in Grants to Support the Arts

Three Delaware organizations will receive $54,000 in federal grants Wilmington, Del. (February 15, 2019) — As the only funder in the country to support arts activities in all 50 states and five U.S. jurisdictions, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced that three Delaware organizations will receive $54,000 in federal grants. This is the […]




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Chelsea Anokye-Agyei to Represent Delaware in 2019 Poetry Out Loud National Finals in Washington

Hodgson Vo-Tech senior to advance to National Finals in Washington, DC Smyrna, Del. (February 26, 2019) – From an initial field of 20 Delaware high school students and then twelve state finalists, Chelsea Anokye-Agyei, a senior from Hodgson Vo-Tech High School, earned the title of 2019 Poetry Out Loud Delaware State Champion at the state finals […]




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State Treasurer to Celebrate National Library Week at Frankford Public Library

State Treasurer Colleen C. Davis will join the Frankford Public Library for their Community Connect Night on Monday, April 8 to celebrate National Library Week. National Library Week is an annual celebration that began in 1958 to highlight the valuable role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and communities. “Libraries in Delaware […]




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Division of the Arts Announces Call for Nominations for the 2019 Governor’s Awards for the Arts

Nominations for individuals and organizations in the arts will be accepted through June 28 Wilmington, Del. (May 15, 2019) – Delaware’s Governor’s Awards for the Arts recognize the contributions of individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions and a lasting and profound impact on the artistic and cultural life of Delaware. Nominees should be […]




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Delaware Celebrating National Summer Learning Week (July 8-13)

Delaware Joins Thousands of Education Champions across the Country in Celebration of National Summer Learning Week (July 8-13)  Delaware’s First Lady, Tracey Quillen Carney, Delaware Libraries, and the United Way join the National Summer Learning Association (NSLA) in celebrating National SummerLearning Week, a celebration dedicated to elevating the importance of keeping kids learning, safe and healthy every summer; ensuring young people return to school ready to succeed. Delawareans […]




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Parker’s Dairy Palace in New Castle, Del. added to the National Register of Historic Places

Vintage 1950s-era New Castle ice cream stand still dishing up soft serve.




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The National Endowment for the Arts announces $27.3 million in Grants to Support the Arts

Two Delaware organizations will receive $55,000 in federal grants Wilmington, Del. (January 28, 2020) – As the only funder in the country to support arts activities in all 50 states and five U.S. jurisdictions, the National Endowment for the Arts announced that two Delaware organizations, will receive $55,000 in federal grants. This is the first […]




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We are more premium than IKEA: Vasanth Kumar, Managing Director, Lifestyle International

We have co-branded partnerships and also engage in tie-ups with designers. Almost 80% of the business is protected through exclusive tie-ups, says Vasanth Kumar, Managing Director, Lifestyle International