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Delaware says no cellphones in class? Smyrna, Brandywine join in bans: Education roundup
More students might have to unplug this school year. That is, be disconnected from their personal smartphones during instructional portions of the day. From a statewide pilot program in the works, to individual districts and schools making the call — more Delaware educators are questioning stricter control of cellphones during the school day. Smyrna schools and Brandywine High School are just some of the latest announcements.
Local students to represent Delaware at American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - MaKinley Stuart, of Caesar Rodney High School, and Melinda Gillespie, of Mount Pleasant High School, were selected to attend American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation July 20-27 ...
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education Reaffirms Accreditation of Wilmington University
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has officially reaffirmed Wilmington University’s accreditation. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has officially reaffirmed Wilmington University’s accreditation. All seven standards were met with no requirements and no recommendations. “This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of...
University of Delaware Swimming Will Join the ASUN for the 2025-2026 Season
The University of Delaware will join the ASUN Conference in men’s and women’s swimming & diving for the 2025-2026 season.... The University of Delaware will join the ASUN Conference in men’s and women’s swimming & diving for the 2025-2026 season. The move comes as most of the school’s athletics programs will join Conference USA as a full-member next year. Conference USA doesn’t sponsor a championship in men’s or women’s swimming and diving.
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