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EURO on this day: 7 July

On this day: Antoine Griezmann scored twice as France beat Germany to reach the 2016 final on home soil.




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EURO on this day: 9 July

On this day: In the only EURO fixture to have taken place, Czechoslovakia beat hosts France to finish third in 1960.




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EURO on this day: 10 July

On this day: Éder struck 19 minutes into extra time to land Cristiano Ronaldo-less Portugal their maiden major trophy.




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UEFA EURO 2020 play-offs as they stand

The play-offs will determine the final four places at UEFA EURO 2020; here's how they look right now.




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Fin24.com | Paying debt with debt

More and more South Africans are using home loans, personal loans and credit cards to pay off their creditors. So what are the options if you want to consolidate debt?




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Pray for Uzbeks

In learning the Uzbek language, OMers gain insights into Uzbek culture and worldview, thus gaining greater understanding in how to pray for them.




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Playing fair

OMers in Central Asia model integrity on the playing field and share Jesus with people they meet through sports.




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Faith Day

The experiences of the Intensive Training students when they were sent out into Santiago, Chile for a day without resources, relying on the Lord to guide their steps.




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An answer to prayer

A young boy in a Chilean children's home receives an answer to his heart-felt prayer.




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Praying for the children

An OM Chile team member visits two children's homes each week to invest in the kids' lives. She asks people to join her in prayer.




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Briefly Stated: Stories You May Have Missed

A breakdown of high-profile news stories you may have missed during the week.




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Flipped Classrooms May Exacerbate Student Achievement Gaps. Here's How

Flipped classrooms have been getting attention as a way for teachers to find more time for activities and individual support during the regular school day, but a new study cautions that the model could trade short-term gains for wider achievement gaps.




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Equity-Focused Leadership Is Risky. Do It Anyway

As superintendents, we must make the system work for all students—however socially, politically, and professionally dangerous it may be, writes Demond A. Means.




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Does 'the Achievement Gap' Evoke a Negative Stereotype? What the Research Says

What we call education inequality defines how—and even if—we solve it, write three researchers.




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Teacher-Parent Communication Needs to Improve, Studies Say

Teachers and parents need to work on communication with one another, two recent studies suggest, and that may be especially true when immigrant students or students of color are involved.




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Study: Teachers May Need Training in How to Deal With Parent Harassment

A new study shows that teachers with negative parental interactions are more likely to have such experiences. How can teachers deal with parental harassment?




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Talking With Students' Parents Can Be Uncomfortable. Do It Anyway.

By building relationships and keeping the communication lines open and honest, parents feel included and involved in their child's education, teacher Beth Adreon says.




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Dads Shape Their Kids' Education in More Ways Than You Know, Research Says

Though much of the parent involvement research focuses on mothers, emerging studies show involved fathers can significantly improve their children's educational progress, too.




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Teachers View Immigrant Parents as Less Involved. That Mindset May Be Hurting Students

Students whose teachers viewed their parents as less engaged in their schooling had lower grade point averages and were less likely to be recommended for advanced courses, according to a new study.




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Storytime, Meet Number Play: Early Math in the Home Matters for Later Skills

Preschool-age children who frequently play number-related games at home show better math skills and growth by the end of kindergarten, finds a new study in the journal Child Development.




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Some Parents Concerned Their Children Won't Be Ready for Next Year, Survey Says

While most parents of K-12 students seem pleased with the communication and educational activities schools are providing during the COVID-19 shutdowns, some are still concerned about how prepared their children will be for the next school year, a University of Southern California survey finds.




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Statement on Kili Mayfield

Attorney General Kathy Jennings on Tuesday released the following statement regarding Kili Mayfield’s conviction in Superior Court: Justice was served today. A man who raped three women, including beating and strangling one victim until she lost consciousness, has been convicted of his crimes. I am proud of the work of our prosecutors, paralegals, and social […]



  • Department of Justice
  • Department of Justice Press Releases
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Attorney General Kathy Jennings’ Statement on Conaway Verdict

Attorney General Kathy Jennings today released the following statement after a jury returned a guilty verdict against Clay Conaway for Rape 4th Degree: “The message today is no means no. I am grateful for the jury’s decision, for the work of our excellent trial team, for the investigative work of the Delaware State Police, and […]



  • Criminal Division
  • Department of Justice
  • Department of Justice Press Releases
  • Attorney General Kathy Jennings
  • Delaware Department of Justice

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The Mezzanine Gallery to Exhibit Ray Magnani’s “Oxidation and The Dance” Photographs

Wilmington, Del. (September 27, 2017) – Oxidation and The Dance: Two Photographic Essays will be on view in the Mezzanine Gallery from October 6-27, 2017. An opening reception to meet the artist will be held on Friday, October 6 from 5-7 p.m. Magnani received a 2017 Emerging Fellowship in Photography. In this exhibition, he is […]




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“18th Century Trades Day” and evening lantern tours to be featured at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation in October 2017

Activities feature two special programs that explore 18th-century trades and pastimes that might have taken place at the property during the lifetime of the “Penman of the Revolution.”




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Nov. 4th: Dover’s Veterans Day Parade & WWI Monument Dedication

Dover’s Veterans Day Parade – Saturday, Nov. 4th at 9:30 am – Downtown Dover (Loockerman St. to Federal St.) The City of Dover is hosting this year’s Veterans Day Parade along with the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs. Please join us Saturday morning on November 4th at 9:30am. For those who are interested in participating, please […]



  • Department of Education
  • Governor John Carney
  • Kent County
  • New Castle County
  • News
  • Office of Veterans Services
  • Sussex County
  • DCVA
  • Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs

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November 11th: Veterans Day Service

Veterans Day Service  Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 10:30am – The War Memorial Plaza/ DE Memorial Bridge – 163 Cherry Lane, New Castle, DE  19720 The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs and the Disabled American Veterans are hosting this year’s Veterans Day Service. Please join us to pay tribute to all who have served and to all […]



  • Department of State
  • Governor John Carney
  • Kent County
  • New Castle County
  • News
  • Office of Veterans Services
  • Sussex County
  • DCVA
  • Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs


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Visit Delaware Releases New Mobile Application for National American Beer Day

Newport, Del.– Discovering Delaware went digital to celebrate National American Beer Day as the Delaware Tourism Office (Visit Delaware) unveiled Delaware on Tap, the new smartphone application version of the state’s popular Beer, Wine & Spirits Trail. The office showcased the app, which is available for free download in the App Store and from Google […]




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Saturday: WWI Monument Dedication and Dover Veterans’ Parade

The Delaware General Assembly, the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs and the Delaware Heritage Commission will unveil a new monument this weekend honoring Delawareans who served in World War I and those who supported them on the home front



  • Department of State
  • Office of Veterans Services
  • City of Dover
  • Delaware Legislative Hall
  • Veterans
  • World War I

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WEDNESDAY: Governor Carney Hosting Discussions on Arts, Historic Preservation

WILMINGTON, Del. – On Wednesday, November 1, Governor John Carney will host roundtable discussions with leaders in Delaware’s arts & culture, and historic preservation communities. The discussions are part of Governor Carney’s efforts to showcase Delaware as an attractive home for businesses and their employees. Follow Governor Carney’s discussions using the hashtag #OptionsInDE, and learn […]



  • Department of State
  • Governor John Carney
  • Office of the Governor

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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor 17 special programs during the 2017 winter-holiday season

Eight holiday-themed activities among the programs to be offered.





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***Postponed*** Students Gather for 16th Annual Delaware Day Fourth Grade Competition Awards

***Due to inclement weather in the forecast, this event has been postponed to a future date. ***



  • Delaware Public Archives
  • Department of State
  • Delaware Day
  • Delaware Day Competition


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Give the Gift of Free eBooks This Holiday Season

Gifting a new smartphone, tablet, or eReader this year? Delaware Libraries have the collections needed to make the most of the latest digital devices!




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RESCHEDULED: Students Gather for 16th Annual Delaware Day Fourth Grade Competition Awards

The Delaware Public Archives will host students from across the state Saturday for the culmination of the 16th Annual Delaware Day Fourth Grade Competition. (This program was postponed in December due to inclement weather)



  • Delaware Public Archives
  • Department of State
  • Historical and Cultural Affairs
  • Delaware Day Competition
  • Delaware history
  • delaware public archives
  • Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs

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Students Honored at 16th Annual Delaware Day Fourth Grade Competition Ceremony

Students from across the state gathered Saturday at the Delaware Public Archives to celebrate the winners of the 16th Annual Delaware Day Fourth Grade Competition and to be recognized for their knowledge of the First State’s influential role in crafting the United States Constitution.






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2018 Memorial Day Services: May 26th and May 30th

  When/Where: Saturday, May 26th @ 10:30am – Parade Field Grounds of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE  19701. When/Where: Wednesday, May 30th @ 10:am – War Memorial Plaza, 163 Cherry Lane, New Castle, DE  19720. The Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs will like to invite you to their annual […]




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Flag Day – Thursday, June 14th, 2018

When/Where: Thursday, June 14th @ 10:00 am. Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, DE  19966. Please take the time to join us this year for our annual ceremony honoring ‘Old Glory.’ Our veteran organization host will be the Korean War Veterans Association, led by Commissioner Edward Johnson. ‘Old Glory” This famous name was […]




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19th Annual Freedom 5K: Saturday, July 7th, 2018

When/Where: Saturday, July 7th, 2018 @ 9:00am (Rain or Shine). Registration starts at 8am. Silver Lake Park, Dover, DE                               (Use Washington Street entrance off of State Street) We’re back and ready for all our great supporters to register for our annual ‘Freedom 5K!’ It’s not too late to convince your family and friends to come help […]




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Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs to sponsor seven special events during May 2018

Highlights include Dover Days programs, A Day in Old New Castle and “A Sailor’s Life for Me,” the Zwaanendael Museum’s 7th Annual Maritime Celebration.




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Zwaanendael Maritime Celebration: “A Sailor’s Life for Me” in Lewes, Del. over the 2018 Memorial Day weekend

Event provides visitors with an opportunity to experience seafaring lives of adventure, romance, excitement and hardships, and to honor mariners who made the ultimate sacrifice.




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Adventure film “Jumanji” to be featured at Buena Vista Movie Night on the Lawn on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018

In addition to the film, this free outdoor, family-fun event includes activities, music and food.




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“18th Century Trades Day” at Dover, Del.’s John Dickinson Plantation on Oct. 13, 2018

Event explores Colonial-era job opportunities at the home of the “Penman of the Revolution.”




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The 4th Annual Delaware Veterans Parade & Monument Dedication – Saturday, Nov. 3rd, 2018

When/Where:  Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 10:00 AM – Downtown Dover – W. Loockerman Street to Legislative Avenue When/Where:  Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 12:00 PM – Downtown Dover – Legislative Avenue & Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard The Delaware General Assembly, the Delaware Department of State, the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs, the Delaware […]




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5th Annual Delaware Veterans Trust Fund Dinner – Saturday Evening, November 3rd, 2018

When/Where: Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 6-9 P.M. – Dover Downs Hotel & Casino Retired Navy Command Master Chief Charles ‘Chuck’ Baldwin will keynote the 5th Annual Dinner for the Delaware Veterans Trust Fund at Dover Downs Rollins Center on November 3rd, 2018. “Mr. Baldwin also serves as a member of the Delaware Commission of […]




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Annual Veterans Day Ceremony: Sunday, November 11, 2018

When/Where:  Sunday, November 11th, 2018 at 10:30 / War Memorial Plaza (Delaware Bridge) 163 Cherry Lane, New Castle, DE 19720 Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs (DCVA) request the pleasure of your company to our annual Veterans Day Ceremony. This year’s event is being hosted by the Marine Corps League with the hosting support of DCVA. […]