Putting the public back in public education.

Congratulations to Delaware’s Newly Elected School Board Members!

These 34 Delawareans will set policy, oversee budgets, and make the decisions that shape public education in their communities. First State Educate congratulates each of them and looks forward to supporting their service.

OUR MISSION

To empower school boards to work collaboratively with the community and partners across the state, driving meaningful improvements in our education system for the benefit of all students.

WHO WE SERVE

Understanding who has a stake in Delaware's public schools and why.

School boards affect everyone.

NEXT UP

Board Matters: Monthly Forum

Each session takes on a timely topic, from student achievement to funding, transparency, and family engagement, and brings voices from across Delaware into one conversation.

The New School Funding Formula for Delaware

What it means for school boards, students, families, and communities

6:00 PM

Delaware is transitioning to a new hybrid school funding formula designed to provide funding based not only on enrollment, but also on the individual needs of students. The new model combines traditional staffing allocations with weighted funding for students who require additional support, including multilingual learners, students from low-income households, and students receiving special education services. The implementation is expected to begin with the 2027–28 school year through a phased approach.

OUR WORK

Resources & Tools for Board Leadership

Everything you need to stay informed, get trained, and make an impact.

Whether you're a parent, a professional, a community member, or a future board member, there's a place for you at the table:

Your voice matters.

GET INVOLVED

THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY BRIDGE PARTNERS

Bridge Partners empower FSE by supporting our work so you and your community can understand the real impact of school boards and confidently engage in decisions shaping your local schools.