Delaware Awards Millions to Kent, Sussex Schools for Early Literacy Programs

Delaware puts another $7.1M into early literacy — now comes the results test

Bridge to Practice grants emphasize phonics, teacher coaching and classroom instruction as Delaware tries to turn science-of-reading policy into measurable gains for students. DOVER, Del – Delaware is investing another $7.1 million in early literacy instruction, expanding a statewide effort aimed at moving science-of-reading training from policy manuals and professional development sessions into everyday classroom practice. The Delaware Departme…

Delaware awards millions to Kent, Sussex schools for early literacy programs

School districts and charter schools across Kent and Sussex counties are set to receive a share of more than $7.1 million in state funding aimed at strengthening early literacy instruction.

Delaware awards $7.1 million to strengthen early literacy instruction - State of Delaware News

Second round of Bridge to Practice grants supports educators and school leaders in putting science-of-reading knowledge into daily classroom practice   The Delaware Department of Education has awarded more than $7.1 million in Bridge to Practice grants to 28 districts and charter schools for the 2026–27 school year, continuing the state’s investment in strengthening early […]

Sussex County schools receive early literacy grants from Delaware

Delaware awarded more than $7.1 million in Bridge to Practice grants to strengthen early literacy instruction, including funding for seven Sussex County school districts and charter schools.

Delaware Awards $7.1-million to Strengthen Early Literacy Instruction

Twenty-eight school districts and charter schools in Delaware have been awarded over $7.1-million in Bridge to Practice grants for the 2026-27 school year by the Delaware Department of Education. This funding supports implementation of the state's Birth through Grade 3 Early Literacy Plan - for strengthening early literacy instruction and improving reading outcomes for students. This is the second round of Bridge to Practice grants which support…