Bill Text: DE SCR161 | 2023-2024 | 152nd General Assembly | Draft
Bill Title: Designating The Week Of May 13-17, 2024, As "charter Schools Week" In The State Of Delaware.
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Engrossed - Dead) 2024-05-16 - Passed In House by Voice Vote [SCR161 Detail]
Download: Delaware-2023-SCR161-Draft.html
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SPONSOR: |
Sen. Pettyjohn & Sen. Buckson & Sen. Sturgeon & Rep. Dorsey Walker & Rep. S. Moore & Rep. K. Williams |
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Sens. Hansen, Hocker, Hoffner, Lawson, Lockman, Richardson, Sokola, Wilson; Reps. Collins, Dukes, Hensley, Hilovsky, Parker Selby, Michael Smith, Yearick |
DELAWARE STATE SENATE
152nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 161
DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 13-17, 2024, AS "CHARTER SCHOOLS WEEK" IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE.
WHEREAS, public charter schools are an integral part of Delaware’s public school system; and
WHEREAS, Delaware public charter schools are instrumental in improving the educational achievements of students attending those schools through innovation and excellence in standards; and
WHEREAS, Delaware public charter schools offer Delaware students an opportunity to participate in specialized courses of instruction that challenge all students to reach their potential for academic success; and
WHEREAS, the creation of Delaware public charter schools resulted in an increase in the participation of parents and students in the education system; and
WHEREAS, there are currently 23 public charter schools in Delaware, educating over 16,000 students; and
WHEREAS, enrollment in Delaware public charter schools grew from 18,269 students in the 2022/2023 school year, to 19,255 students in the 2023/2024 school year; and
WHEREAS, Delaware public charter schools promote the principles of quality, accountability, choice, and innovation.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the 152nd General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the House of Representatives concurring therein, that the week of May 13, 2024, to May 17, 2024, be designated as “Charter Schools Week” and that Delaware’s public charter schools are hereby commended for their role in improving Delaware’s public education system and enhancing their students’ academic achievements.
SYNOPSIS
This Senate Concurrent Resolution designates the week of May 13-17, 2024, as "Charter Schools Week" in the State of Delaware and commends Delaware's public charter schools for their efforts in educating Delaware students.
Author: Senator Pettyjohn
