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The ‘ARTC’ of Special Education

April 27, 2021
Among the myriad acronyms that pepper the vocabulary of educators, ARTC is a relatively recent addition. It stands for Alternative Routes to Teacher Certification, and it is of particular importance to paraeducators (also known as teacher’s aides or classroom assistants), who are responsible for specialized or concentrated assistance for students in elementary and secondary schools. Wilmington…
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A Hurricane, an Earthquake, and a Pandemic

April 27, 2021
An essay by student Omarys Davila of Puerto Rico Puerto Rico continues to feel the impact of the 2017 Hurricane Maria. It is recovering from a 2020 earthquake and still reeling from COVID-19. Yes, being an online student in Puerto Rico is difficult. The difficulty hasn’t…
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Alumna Named First Female DSP Superintendent

April 27, 2021
Col. Melissa A. Zebley, a Wilmington University alumna, last year became the first woman to be appointed Superintendent of the Delaware State Police (DSP). Appointed by Gov. John Carney on July 9, 2020, she is the 26th superintendent of the law enforcement agency. Zebley…