We are thrilled to announce that Delaware Secretary of Education Mark Holodick has recently honored Wilbur Elementary School as a 2024 Recognition School Award Winner for Excellence in Serving Special Populations. This prestigious honor was awarded to only seven schools across the entire state, and we are proud that Wilbur has earned this distinguished title.
Awards are given for exceptional student performance and growth on the state’s English language arts and mathematics assessment for grades three through eight, academic growth, and closing the achievement gap between student groups on the grades three through eight assessment and the SAT taken in 11th grade or excellence in serving special populations where multiple language learners showed exceptional growth toward meeting proficiency on the state’s English proficiency test.
“This recognition highlights the dedication of our entire school community – our hardworking students, committed educators, supportive families, and community members – who all contribute to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to succeed,” said Lindsay DiEmidio, principal of Wilbur Elementary.
She said the school is proud of the progress of its multilingual learners and other student groups.
“Our team will continue to prioritize excellence in education, fostering a supportive atmosphere where all students can grow and excel,” she said. “This achievement reflects our collective efforts and dedication to academic growth and equity.”
DiEmidio said the staff uses interactive activities, previews key vocabulary, and offers small group instruction for more personalized learning to support the school’s multilingual learners. “Working closely with MLL teachers has also made a big difference in academic achievement for our students,” she said.
Congratulations to Wilbur Elementary for this well-deserved recognition!