DELAWARE STATE SENATE

149th GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 11

DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF MAY 1, 2017 TO MAY 5, 2017 AS NATIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL WEEK.

WHEREAS, public charter schools are an integral part of Delaware’s public school system; and

WHEREAS, there are currently 25 public charter schools in Delaware educating over 15, 000 students; 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 challenges 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, Delaware public charter schools promote the principles of quality, accountability, choice, and innovation.

NOW THEREFORE:

BE IT RESOLVED by the Senate of the 149 ^th General Assembly of the State of Delaware that the week of May 1, 2017 to May 5, 2017 be designated as National Charter School 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 resolution designates the week of May 1, 2017 to May 5, 2017 as National Charter School Week.

Author: Senator Pettyjohn