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3/6/2015Chamber News
State Chamber Names 2015 Superstars in Education Award Winning Programs
The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce and its affiliate, The Partnership, Inc., are pleased to name the 2015 Superstars in Education award winners, who will be recognized at a reception and awards ceremony on Monday, May 4, 2015 at 4:45 p.m. at the fabulous new theater at The Cab Calloway School of the Arts.
Since 1989, Superstars in Education has honored Delaware schools and educators who have implemented and sustained a creative, unique program, or a teaching practice that shows measurable results and raises student achievement. This statewide awards program is funded by the business community.
While the Superstars in Education program rewards quality instruction and student achievement, there is an emphasis on the partnership with the business community and its investment in the future. Thus reinforcing The Partnership’s original mission of encouraging private sector involvement in workforce development and education.
The event will highlight programs that focus on critical workplace competencies like science and technology, as well as curriculums that support the development of student’s personal and vocational skill sets. School-to-business partnerships will also be recognized for their systemic contributions to increasing student achievement, career awareness and workplace skills.
Delaware’s future depends on the foundation we build in our schools today. 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.
The Superstars in Education Selection Committee considered 30 nominations from public, private and parochial schools from around the state. Six winners were selected to be honored this year.
Leaders from both the education and business worlds will make appearances during the May 4 reception and awards ceremony. Governor Jack Markell, is scheduled to speak, along with DSCC president Rich Heffron.
The cost to attend the event is $25 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information about the event, or to register, click here.
2015 Superstars in Education Winners:
From 30 nominations, the following six programs were chosen as the best in Delaware. The 2015 Superstars in Education winners are:
Teaching Excellence Framework
Charter Collaborative
Application submitted by EastSide Charter School
A collaborative effort to implement an innovative alternative to the traditional teacher evaluation system that has resulted in a drastic improvement in teacher performance and satisfaction with the evaluation methodology. EastSide Charter School, Thomas Edison Charter School, Prestige Academy and Kuumba Academy will all be recognized.
Lake Forest Agriscience
Lake Forest High School
Lake Forest School District
Students achieve hands on educational and developmental goals through a program of instruction in Agricultural Power and Systems Technology, Animal Science, and Plant and Environmental Technologies.
Computer Science Career Pathway
Appoquinimink High School
Appoquinimink School District
A career pathway program to develop the skills necessary to prepare students for higher education and a future career in computing in an effort to meet the ever growing need for students graduating with computing skills.
7th Grade Business Networking Event
Brandywine Springs Middle School
Red Clay Consolidated School Districted
The execution and coordination of an end of semester networking event allows students to perform as a team to showcase their business plans and demonstrate their role as future entrepreneurs of America.
Viking Initiative for Innovation – ViFi
St. Elizabeth High School
Catholic Diocese of Wilmington
This program implements technology to engage students and foster deeper learning experiences while better preparing students for educational success in college and future careers.
Capital Adult ESL/Family Literacy Program
Application submitted by the Capital School District
A collaborative program with the Polytech School District developed to help parents gain the literary and parenting skills they need to become full partners in the education of their children and assists the children in reaching their full potential as learners.
2015 Superstars in Education Sponsors*
Leadership
Bank of America
Christiana Care Health System
Delmarva Power
DuPont
The Rodel Foundation of Delaware
Gold
Delaware Department of Education
Discover Bank
Wilmington University
Silver
Barclaycard US
Capital One
Citizens Bank
Comcast Corporation
CSC Corporation Service Company
Delaware Technical Community College
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware
PSEG Nuclear, Inc.
TD Bank
Bronze
Blood Bank of Delmarva
Delaware Cadillac, Saab, Subaru & Kia of Wilmington
Delaware State Education Association
Fulton Bank
M&T Bank
PNC Bank
Kenny Family Foundation
Seiberlich Trane Energy Services
The Bellmoor
WSFS Bank
Patron
CAI
Delaware Economic Development Office
New Castle County Chamber of Commerce
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4/2/2015Member News
Plan Ahead to Improve Healthcare Decision-Making
You have created a lifetime of memories with your family and friends. You have cared for them, worked for them, worried about them, and so much more. But have you talked to them about your healthcare wishes? As you age, you may become less able to take care of yourself and less able to make your healthcare decisions on your own. What if you cannot speak? Will your loved ones know your wishes? Will your wishes be honored?
Ask yourself what type of care you would want.
This is an important step prior to talking with your family and friends. Identify what types of treatments you would prefer. Write down your wishes in forms such as a Living Will and/or Healthcare Power of Attorney.
These wants can transform depending on medical changes.
Planning ahead for healthcare can help you and your family.
Advance care planning not only frees you from worry about how you are going to be treated; it also lifts a burden of responsibility from those you love. By taking action to plan your care in advance, you can give your loved ones peace of mind- not tough choices.
Talking with your loved ones is the most important step.
When your loved ones know what is important to you, much can be done to make sure you receive the healthcare you want. They can also help to ensure your health services are coordinated the way you want them to be. Sharing your wishes for healthcare is the best way to plan ahead to avoid stress and confusion.
Your doctor can help you understand the options for your care.
Talking with your doctor will help you and your healthcare agent to understand the choices for care. Understanding your options helps ensure that you and your healthcare agent will make choices that will correlative to your wishes.
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
Philly Tech Week / Delaware County
Thursday, April 23, 2015 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Veterans Square
Headroom 24 Veterans Square
Media, PA 19063
Located on Veteran's Square with VIP afterparty at HeadRoom
The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with HeadRoom a premium co-working location in Media PA, to create an exciting venue highlighting art, media and business growth in an innovative suburban region - Media, Delaware County.
We are watching STEM programs (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) which are embraced by schools, academia and our business community explode. We also recognize the exceptional growth in startups with the development of cloud-based technology services and shared office space.
We want to celebrate the innovative work and emerging businesses coming from our region. Our venue will be an open air forum on Media's Veterans Square.
The venue will be interactive with sponsor's booths, pizza garden and a drones showcase. The center stage of the event will literally be on the center stage.
Innovators and Entrepreneurs are being invited by our business, civic and academic leaders to apply for twelve (12) presentation slots. Each selected product, service or philanthropic innovator selected will be given 5 minutes to make a introduction and pitch to our invited guests representing leaders in our community. It is a tremendous opportunity for the selected presenters to propel their business forward. For submission information visit Headroom's website here.
Lewes Chamber of Commerce
Lewes Tulip Festival Photography Contest Winners Announced
The 6th Annual Lewes Tulip Festival Photography contest received 74 entries from 23 photographers in each of five subject categories (Tulip, Lewes Architecture, Quintessential Lewes (iconic Lewes image), Local Food and Lewes Landscape). The entries were judged by four professional photographers who are also members of the Lewes Chamber of Commerce –Kevin Fleming, Dave Koster, Ginny Stominksi and Carolyn Watson. Each category has a first place, second place and third place ribbon award with the highest rated entry designated as the Grand Prize and receives a $100 prize as well as the ribbon.
The Lewes Chamber is one of six organizations that sponsors the festival which takes place on April 9-18. The others are the Lewes Historical Society, Lewes in Bloom, City of Lewes Parks & Recreation Commission, Historic Lewes Farmers Market and the Zwaanendael Museum.
All of the entries will be exhibited in a tent in Zwaanendael Park on Thursday, April 9 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The photographers will receive their awards at a ceremony on April 11 at 2 p.m. in Zwaanendael Park. For more information on the Tulip Festival contact the Lewes Chamber of Commerce at 302-645-8073.
Grand Prize – Dan Laughman, “Lewes-Bound” - Quintessential Lewes Category
Tulip Category
First Place – Sue Eberhart, “A Pink Parrot”
Second Place – Sue Eberhart, “Fresh From My Garden”
Third Place – Chet Poslusny, “Petals on Black”
Lewes Architecture Category
First Place – Dan Laughman, “St. Peters”
Second Place – Annick Hughes, “Thank You Mr. Blacksmith!”
Third Place – Keith Steck, “Cottage Charm”
Lewes Landscape Category
First Place – Dick Snyder, “Young Sea Grass”
Second Place – Annabelle Sadler, “Burst of Light”
Third Place – John Hoyt, “Sunset Paddle”
Quintessential Lewes Category
First Place – John Hoyt, “Pilots Returning”
Second Place – Sue Eberhart, “Vintage Baseball”
Third Place –Leslie Ruhe Lesko, “Dutch Influence”
Local Food Category
First Place – Brook Hedge, “Picking Peaches”
Second Place – Doug Miller, “The Perfect Peach”
Third Place – Dan Laughman, “Candy Faces”
Middleton Area Chamber of Commerce
Middletown Business Incubator Grand Opening
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March 25, 2015
PRESS RELEASE
March 25, 2015
For Immediate Release
Contact: Roxane Ferguson
302.378.7545
Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce
Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce
Business Incubator Grand Opening
Middletown, DE - March 25, 2015- The Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce (MACC) is pleased to announce the grand opening of the area's first business incubator and collaborative workspace. The Middletown Business Incubator will offer businesses with the opportunity to share collaborative workspace, rent offices and take advantage of copier services, Wi-Fi, mail services and welcome clients in a state of the art facility. In addition, through the chamber program, participants will be able to network and attend workshops to assist them with their business endeavors. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for organizations or individuals who would like to be a part of this ground breaking effort below the canal. The Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting will be held on May 14 at 402 North Cass Street in Middletown, Delaware.
Anyone interested in sponsorship opportunities or thinking of starting a business in the Middletown area are encouraged to contact the MACC office @ 302.378.7545 orrferguson@maccde.com.
"We've worked hard to create an environment that is supportive of business and look forward to the opportunity to support and champion entrepreneurs." Tony Martina, MACC Chairman
About Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce
The Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to promoting business and enhancing the quality of life in the Southern New Castle County area. Chamber members take leading roles in important community and business programs, working to enhance and preserve the special life-style that is unique to Middletown, Odessa, and Townsend (MOT) communities.The Chamber serves as a catalyst to promote members products & services, attract new businesses, and serves as an information resource center. We are actively involved in fostering economic development and community spirit for the MOT and surrounding areas.
More information is available on the web at www.maccde.com.
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