The third largest school district in Delaware has a new board president. Monica Moriak was selected to replace Don Patton after a 4-3 vote secured her victory at the Christina School District board meeting Tuesday night. This follows almost two years of controversy in the board, which included the removal of former Delaware Superintendent of the Year Dan Shelton – …
Christina School District is inviting families, staff, and community members to weigh in on the future leadership of Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy during a public forum scheduled for Monday, June 30. The event will run from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. and take place at the new building, located at 600 East 7th Street in Wilmington. Light refreshments and child care …
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 …
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 …
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 – 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 …
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 …
