Revamped Superstars in Education coming on May 5

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The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and its affiliate, The Partnership, Inc., unveiled the revamped Superstars in Education program and its 2014 award winners, who will be recognized at a cocktail reception and awards ceremony on May 5, 2014 at 4:45 p.m. at the Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel.

 Superstars in 2014 will also focus on the business community and its investment in the future, reinforcing The Partnership’s original mission of encouraging private sector involvement in workforce development and education.

This year’s event will highlight educators that focus on critical workplace need areas like science and technology, as well as programs that support the development of student’s personal and vocational skills. School-to-business partnerships will also be recognized for their systemic contributions to increasing student achievement, career awareness and workplace skills.

“We all know that the future of Delaware depends on the foundation we build in our schools today,” says Bob Andrzejewski of The Partnership. “It is imperative that today’s students have tangible skills when they are ready to enter the workforce. Whether college bound, preparing for a trade job or working in the manufacturing world, students need to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to be productive employees and citizens. It is no secret that many of today’s graduates are not entering the workplace with the skills businesses need and require.”

Earlier this spring, the Superstars in Education Selection Committee considered nominations from public, private and parochial schools in the following categories:

  • General and Business Partnerships
  • Leadership
  • Technology
  • Science
  • Special Populations Support
  • Expanded Learning Opportunities

The committee received 44 total applications—from 11 different school districts—and pared from the group a shortlist of finalists. From the finalists, only nine winners were chosen.

Click on the link below for the full release, including winners and sponsors.

2014 Superstars in Education Winners