Posts Tagged ‘capital school district’
Fight at Dover High School Leads to Arrest of 15-Year-Old
A fight between two teenage boys at Dover High School has led to the arrest of a 15-year-old from Dover. Police say the fight started just before noon yesterday between the 15-year-old and a 17-year-old. During the incident, the 15-year-old displayed a pocket knife and swung it at the victim, causing the victim to sustain…
Read MoreDel. School Board Elections 2022: Unofficial Results
Delaware School Board elections results from Tuesday: (results are unofficial, according to the Delaware Department of Elections)In Delmar, Dawn Adkins Litchford defeated Lauren Hudson, 152-61.In Laurel, incumbent Linda Hitchens turned back a challenge from Joe Kelley, 225-58.In Seaford, Marcus Wright wins over George Del Farno, 224-137.Woodbridge district voters elect Rita Hovermale over Corey Grammar, 243-193.In…
Read MoreDover HS Student Found With Gun At School
A Dover High School Student is charged with bringing a gun to school. Dover Police said the school was placed on lockdown Tuesday afternoon when information was received that a 16-year-old boy could have a gun. The student was taken into custody after he was located in less than ten minutes. The school resource officer…
Read MoreSchools Shuffle Instruction Plans Due To Local COVID Metrics
Several school districts and systems are adjusting their hybrid instruction plans in response to COVID-19 infection rates in their communities. Capital School District in Kent County is transitioning all students to remote instruction effective today. The decision was made in response to local infection rates of COVID-19. Remote learning in the Capital School District will…
Read MoreDover School Heavily Damaged By Tuesday Storm
A school in Kent County sustained heavy damage from Tuesday’s storm. According to the Capital School District, the Dover Fire Marshal has declared William Henry Middle School unsafe for occupancy. The district adds it’s committed to preserving the building. However, roof and water damage will require extensive repairs. The development comes as the Capital School…
Read MoreComplaints Lead to State Auditor Investigation of Capital School District’s Building & Grounds Department
After multiple complaints to the State Auditor’s hotline regarding the Capital School District’s Building and Grounds Department an investigation was made. The State Auditor’s office was told of a variety of allegations – including violations of union contract overtime provisions and work requirements, inappropriate purchases, misuse of fleet vehicles and misuse of bid authority. The…
Read MoreVoters Approve Capital School District Funding Referendum
On Tuesday evening, the returns came in for the Capital School District referendum on increasing the current operating expenses. the referendum passed. The three ballot questions were in regard to adding two new interconnected middle schools, adding necessary enhancements and preparing Central Elementary School and adding to the operating revenue. Capital School District Board of…
Read More