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Dear Educator, Community Leader, and Stakeholder: There’s exciting work going on right now in Delaware to improve career pathways and compensation for educators. We want you to be a part of it! In July, the Governor signed Senate Bill 254, which created a framework for an improved compensation system and established a committee of representatives, including members of the education community, legislators, and budget experts to develop a plan. The committee began meeting at the end of July and since September, they have hosted two virtual town halls, held two Educator Work Group meetings (with two more planned in early

  Parent Information Center of Delaware and JDRF present:  What is Section 504? All students with a disability that impacts one or more life functions are entitled to accommodations and certain services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Come and find out how this impacts your child with diabetes and other medical conditions in the school setting. TWO SESSIONS OFFERED! The same material will be covered in each session.  Choose the one that works best for you!  RSVP to mcox@picofdel.org In New Castle County: Wednesday Nov 12 6:30 pm- 8 pm Bear Public Library 101 Governor’s Place Bear, DE

    Hello PTA Family, As you know, Delaware PTA is a strong supporter of rigorous standards designed to prepare or children to succeed beyond K-12 education in whatever path they may choose.  We believe that all children can learn and rise to the occasion to meet academic expectations. We have been an active participant with other community stakeholders in discussions concerning the standards and new assessment. However, we realize that children do not learn at the same pace or in the same manner. Children are unique and have a variety of talents, skills and abilities that contribute to their

So far we have completed two Leadership Trainings to help prepare our local unit officers for the start of the new school year. These trainings are critical to ensure the effective running of your unit. It is also a great opportunity to network and share best practices. All new unit officers are expected to attend at least one training session. We are THRILLED with the representation from districts/schools to date. Some PTA units even found so much value in the training that they came twice!!! Our next Leadership Training will be held on Sept 24th at Allen Frear Elementary from

We are pleased to share with you that after National PTA’s extensive effort to advocate for an easier process for small charities applying for and reinstating 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, the IRS has delivered Form 1023 EZ. Unlike the original 26-page Form 1023, the new Form 1023 EZ, which is available as of July 1, is a mere three pages. The IRS estimates that as many as 70 percent of all applicants will qualify to use the new streamlined form. Most organizations with gross receipts of $50,000 or less and assets of $250,000 or less are eligible. This change will not