Delaware
First State Educate plans to reform the Delaware education system in 2025 – 47abc
DELAWARE. – The public education system in Delaware has been at the forefront for several years. Local non-profit organizations hope to address issues that plagued the system in 2025.
One local group, First State Educate, plans to rework many areas for the state. Executive Director Julia Keleher insists the mission is simple. “We’re empowering the community and building systems and processes where they can stand up and solve their problems. We’re just facilitating success.”
There are many areas of improvement in school districts, one being the disparity in local funding. Keleher believes this has caused a strain in the community.
“There’s local property assessment, so there’s local revenue, and that’s when the disparity comes in. That’s based on property value, and in more affluent areas, you’re going to get more revenue, and you create this have and have not system.”
She offers her solution to the problem; “We want high-quality public education. Inevitably, there will be tough conversations about what needs to be defunded or reallocated to increase spending. Especially if you don’t increase taxes to get more revenue, but nobody likes that conversation.”
These problems have caused a teacher shortage in Delaware. First State Educate will collaborate with local school districts to help with procedures.
“For districts willing and interested in working on policies related to teacher recruitment, the conditions of teaching and learning, and compensation.”
Keleher believes Delaware has a ton of potential. Groups like FSE and Rodel can change the state for the better.
“It’s manageable, there’s a million people, there’s three counties. There are around 145,000 public school students. There’s 202 schools, and approximately 45 of those are charter schools.”
Across the State Trained AmeriCorps VISTA members will be on-site at 21 Delaware Libraries providing walk-in assistance for digital literacy
DOVER, Del. — The Delaware Libraries today announced the launch of a 10-week summer program aiming to support Delawareans on digital literacy.
The AmeriCorps Digital Literacy Specialists assist the public with computer and technology questions, including completing online applications, navigating websites, and building basic digital skills. As patrons become more comfortable, specialists can introduce them to the many free computer training programs and learning resources available through Delaware Libraries including in-person classes. This project is an initiative of the Division’s Social Innovation Team.
“Libraries are proud to expand their digital literacy specialist supports this summer with a presence in 21 Delaware Libraries,” said Dr. Annie Norman, State Librarian of Delaware. “The digital landscape is ever evolving, and the Delaware Libraries stands at the ready to help Delawareans navigate AI, software skills, social media concepts, and more.”
There is no appointment needed for a meeting or to ask a question to a Specialist.
The Specialists are trained to support many concepts, including:
- Essential Software Skills
- Personalized Assistance
- Workplace Technology
- AI – Understanding & Help
- Basic Computer Skills & Classes
- Social Media Help
- Navigate Internet, Avoid Scams
- Using Tech in Daily Life, Device Help
- Learning Express, Northstar Certification
- And Much More!
Visit DelawareLibraries.org/Digital to view a full schedule of Specialists. For more services visit DelawareLibraries.org/GetConnected!
Delaware Libraries offer specialty library cards for every age group, including a My First Delaware Library Card for birth to age 5, a Super Library Card for children ages 6–12; a Teen Delaware Library Card for ages 13-17 and Delaware Library cards for everyone.
Sign up for a Delaware Library Card today! It’s Easy! It’s Free! It’s Online!
Instructions in Spanish are also available. (En el sitio web de las bibliotecas de Delaware se pueden encontrar instrucciones en español para obtener una tarjeta de biblioteca gratuita de Delaware)
Programming celebrating the Delaware Libraries’ 125th anniversary will continue throughout the year.
Delaware
Talk & Film Bring Delaware’s Revolutionary Story to Life at Archives’ First Saturday Program – State of Delaware News
On Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., the Delaware Public Archives will host a special First Saturday Program featuring a presentation and a screening of a new documentary exploring Delaware’s pivotal role in America’s founding.
The event will begin with a shortened presentation of Independence or the Bayonet, examining the critical days leading up to July 1776 through the perspectives of Caesar Rodney, George Read, and Thomas McKean.
Following the presentation, attendees will watch Caesar Rodney’s Ride: The Story of Delawareans and the Declaration of Independence, a new one-hour documentary presented by the Delaware Heritage Commission. The film explores Caesar Rodney’s legendary overnight ride to Philadelphia and the important role Delawareans played in the fight for American independence.
This special program is part of the Delaware Public Archives’ ongoing Delaware 250 educational programming commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and highlighting Delaware’s unique contributions to the nation’s founding.
The program is free and open to the public.
For more information about the Delaware Public Archives or to learn more about upcoming events and programs, visit archives.delaware.gov.
Delaware
Coastal Delaware Restaurant Week raises funds for local first responders – Milford LIVE! – Local Delaware News, Kent and Sussex Counties
Dewey Beach Police Department: Kayla Burkentine, Kate Van Vorst, Caitlin Chaney, RBDBCC, Dewey Beach Police Chief Constance Speake, Meghan Hyett, Jeana Paratore, RBDBCC
Coastal Delaware Restaurant Week concluded its annual event by providing financial support to several local first responder organizations serving the Delaware beaches.
Organized by the Rehoboth-Dewey Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Cape Gazette, the weeklong event was held June 7-12 and featured participating restaurants throughout the coastal region. As part of the initiative, participating restaurants helped generate donations that allowed organizers to present $1,500 each to Home of the Brave, the Rehoboth Beach Police Department, the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company, the Dewey Beach Police Department and Tunnels to Towers Delmarva.
The annual event encourages residents and visitors to dine at participating restaurants while supporting local first responders.
Restaurants participating in this year’s Coastal Delaware Restaurant Week included Blue Moon, Bluecoast Rehoboth, Cafe Azafran, Cultured Pearl, Dewey Beer Company, DiFebo’s Rehoboth, Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats, Dogfish Head Chesapeake & Maine, Downtown Bethany Blues, Kiwis Kove, Lefty’s Alley & Eats, Lighthouse Dewey Beach, Lupo Italian Kitchen, Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls, Outback Steakhouse, Shorebreak, Sirocco Food & Drink, Starboard Claw, The Blue Hen, The Federal, Theo’s Steaks Sides & Spirits, Thompson Island and Victoria’s.
Sara Uzer is a journalist from Sussex County with more than 15 years of experience as a writer, editor, and community advocate. She started her career in Washington, DC and has lived in Sussex County for the past five years.
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