Delaware Literacy Plan

Purpose

The Delaware Literacy Plan establishes a framework to address the state's literacy challenges. Literacy success requires a combination of high-quality early learning experiences, rigorous elementary and secondary instruction and strong community support. Additionally, the plan establishes a consistent voice around literacy with which to address the state’s literacy challenges and provide a foundation for focused support from the Delaware Department of Education.

The work of the Literacy Plan is focused on four strategic intents:

• Align Core Instruction to the Standards
• Implement Curriculum using High Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM)
• Enhance Early Literacy Instruction
• Support Educators through Institutes of Higher Education (IHEs)

Our Commitment

• Provide guidance and support to districts and schools
• Increase professional development opportunities
• Develop tools to support educators in eliminating achievement gaps and increasing learning across the curriculum for all students in Delaware
• Increase collaboration among stakeholders
• Engage families in supporting literacy