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February 2, 2012 - Lt. Governor Denn's Schedule for Friday, February 3rd
Visits Gaudenzia Fresh Start in City of Wilmington. Visits National Title I Distinguished School, Lake Forest Elementary.
February 2, 2012 - Today: Acting Deputy Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank to Travel to New Castle, Delaware
Blank will tour solar manufacturing facility to highlight President's State of the Union clean energy, manufacturing initiatives
February 1, 2012 - Lt. Governor Denn Visits Appoquinimink High School on Thursday, February 2nd
He will tour the building and talk with the principal, Gayle Rutter, from 9:00 - 9:30am.
January 4, 2012 - Governor Markell Creates Delaware Council of Faith-Based Partnerships
White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships Director Josh DuBois Joins the Signing
December 12, 2011 - Lt. Governor Denn Announces Criminal Justice Council Grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters
$49,000 Grant Provides One-on-One Adult Mentors for 200 Youth in Grades 1-5
December 7, 2011 - Lt. Governor Denn in New Castle County on Delaware Day - Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Visits Red Clay School District Schools with Superintendent Daugherty. Visits Pencader Homework Club. Cheers on Prestige Academy and Moyer Academy at Basketball Game
November 14, 2011 - Delaware Receives Federal Grant To Increase Local Business Exports
The State of Delaware's International Trade and Development Group (ITG) has received a $247,000 grant from the US Small Business Administration (SBA) to increase the number of small businesses in the First State that export their products and to increase the value of exports for those small businesses already exporting.
October 21, 2011, 2011 - Lt. Governor Denn in New Castle County on Monday, October 24th
Serves as Principal for a Day at Prestige Academy in Wilmington. Chairs Justice Reinvestment Task Force Meeting in New Castle
October 12, 2011 - Lt. Governor Denn in Kent and New Castle County on Thursday, October 13
Swears In 100 AmeriCorps Volunteers, Recognizes National Archives Month, Delivers Remarks at DE Retired School Personnel Association Annual Convention, Delivers Remarks at Governor’s Committee on the Employment of People With Disabilities Annual Awards Luncheon
September 21, 2011 - Lt. Governor Denn in Sussex County Today, Wednesday, September 21st
Presents Academic Achievement Award to Millsboro Middle School. Stops by Georgetown Chamber of Commerce Mixer. Provides Keynote at 45th Anniversary of Manor House in Seaford
June 22, 2011 - Criminal Justice Council Awards $75,255 to Local Non-Profits
The Criminal Justice Council recently awarded 12 local non-profit agencies a total of $75,255 through the Byrne Justice Assistance Grants (Byrne/JAG) Mini-Grants Program. In total, 55 applications for this funding were received.
May 26, 2011 - Lt. Governor Releases 2nd Annual Public School Spending Report;
Up to $28.5 million annually could be spent on students
Lt. Governor Matt Denn released his second annual report on how Delaware's public schools spend their funds on direct educational services for students.
April 19, 2011 - Lt. Governor Denn Announces Two "Excellence in Parental Involvement" Award Winners at Press Conference
Lt. Governor Matt Denn announced the two schools honored with the 2nd Annual Lt. Governor's Excellence in Parental Involvement Award during a press conference in New Castle County.
March 16, 2011 - Delaware Drinking Water Suppliers To Eliminate Dry Cleaning Chemical From Drinking Water
Lt. Governor Praises Plans to Reduce Tetrachloroethylene Below Current Legal Requirements
February 17, 2011 - State Of Delaware And Bank Of America Collaborate On New Resource For Home-Based Child Care Providers
New Guide Will Help Small, Home-Based Providers Understand Complex Rules and Better Care for Kids
February 14, 2011 - Delaware Criminal Justice Council Announces New Grant Program For Small and Faith-based Non-profit Organizations
Program Designed to Make CJC Funds Available to Smaller Community Organizations
January 20, 2011 - Lt. Governor Denn Brings Annual ”Ten Jobs In Ten Schools” Tour To New Castle County In January And February
Experience working side by side with front-line employees in schools
December 6, 2010 - Lt. Governor Denn Begins Second Annual "Ten Jobs in Ten Schools" Tour
Experience working side by side with front-line employees in schools
November 30, 2010 - 2010 Teacher Hiring Taskforce Report
Delivered to the President Pro Tempore of the Delaware State Senate and Governor of the State of Delaware, November 30, 2010
November 9, 2010 - Delaware Leads Nation In Improving Workers Compensation Insurance Premiums
Reform Efforts Allow Delaware to Keep Business Costs Down and Better Compete With Neighboring States
October 25, 2010 - Denn Calls For Vigorous Enforcement Of New Laws Protecting Children With Disabilities
Laws Protect Educational Rights of Public School Students
October 13, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor and DEDO Announce New Loan Fund for Companies Specializing in Energy Efficiency
Federal Grant Will Allow Delaware to Assist Small Businesses
August 5, 2010 - Five Elementary Schools Receive Delaware's First Achievement-Based Financial Awards
Lt. Governor and Secretary of Education Announce Recipients of $150,000 Excellence Awards
July 29, 2010 - Delaware Criminal Justice Council to Hold Community Meetings
Lieutenant Governor Announces Three New Castle County Meetings to Hear From Public About Criminal Justice Concerns
July 24, 2010 - Delaware Honors Paula Deen By Declaring Her Recipes Healthy For 24 Hours
Lt. Governor Presents Proclamation To Visiting Celebrity Author and Cook
July 21, 2010 - New Law Enacted To Protect Children From Lead Paint
Delaware Will Expand Screening of Children To Allow For Earlier and More Effective Treatment
June 18, 2010 - Governor Signs Bill Protecting Educational Rights of Children With Disabilities
Advocates for Children With Disabilities Praise Bill's Passage
June 14, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor and Legislative Leaders Introduce Legislation to Assist Young Children With Lead Exposure
Legislation Will Expand Screening of Children At Age When Elevated Lead Is Most Prevalent, Allowing Earlier and More Effective Treatment
May 17, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor Releases Statistics on Vocational Technical and Charter School Spending
Report is part of ongoing effort to direct public dollars into the classroom
April 30, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor Denn Issues 3rd Interim Report to Governor Markell on Stimulus in Delaware
As chairman of the Governor's Stimulus Solutions Group, Lieutenant Governor Matthew Denn released his third quarterly report to the Governor today
April 23, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor Announces Winners of School Parental Involvement Awards
Howard High School of Technology and W. Reily Brown Elementary School Honored for Work With Parents
April 16, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor's Report Finds Room for Improvement in Public School Spending
Schools Could Increase Direct Educational Spending by $28 Million Annually Without Raising Taxes
March 25, 2010 - Elected Officials and Parents Propose New Steps to Encourage Parental Involvement in Delaware Schools
Proposed Legislation Seeks to Boost Schools' Outreach to Parents
March 12, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor Denn Recognizes Exceptional Adult Education Work With Awards
"Adult education is an important part of our state's education system."
February 18, 2010 - Lieutenant Governor and State Legislators Unveil Legislation to Protect Educational Rights of Children with Disabilities
Bill will banish "Serviceable Chevrolet" educational standard from Delaware schools
January 15, 2010 - State Leaders Recognize Local Businesses for Mentoring in Delaware
Denn encourages businesses in Delaware to join in the mentoring effort
December 24, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor Announces Expansion of Stimulus Program to Provide Health Insurance Assistance to Unemployed Delawareans
New Law Will Expand Duration of and Eligibility for Federal Assistance to Unemployed Delawareans Seeking Health Coverage
December 16, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor Takes Over as Chair of Delaware Criminal Justice Oversight Agency
Denn Will Encourage Vigilant Law Enforcement, Crime Prevention, Reducing Recidivism, and Involving Delaware's Faith Community in Criminal Justice Efforts
December 11, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor Highlights Funds Available to Spur Small Business
Small Business Loans, Bonding Assistance, and Energy Efficiency Financing Can Help Jump-Start Small Businesses
November 25, 2009 - Lt. Governor Denn Works With Federally-funded Office to Increase Access to Stimulus Opportunities For Delaware Minority- And Women- Owned Businesses
Agreement with Minority Business Enterprise Center of Philadelphia will expand opportunities in Pennsylvania for Delaware businesses
November 16, 2009 - Delaware to Become First State in America to Ensure Developmental Screening for Infants and Toddlers
New Law to Take Effect Next Week
November 13, 2009 - Kent County Holds First Economic Summit
Lt. Governor Denn discusses impact of federal stimulus dollars in Kent County
October 29, 2009 - Comprehensive Report From Delaware's Stimulus Czar
Lieutenant Governor Denn Issues Interim Report to Governor Markell. View the complete report
October 15, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor and Education Leaders Announce Parental Involvement Initiative
Program Is Designed to Encourage Public Schools to Focus on Making Parents Part of the Educational Team
October 5, 2009 - Denn Public Event Calendar For Week of October 5th
Education Reform Update, Work in Local Schools, and Flu Shot Campaign Highlight Lieutenant Governor's Public Schedule
October 2, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor Addresses Women and Minority Owned Businesses About Contract Opportunities
Denn and state agency representatives hold forum on federal stimulus related opportunities
September 30, 2009 - Lt. Governor Denn Works 10 Jobs in 10 Schools
Denn continues to visit Delaware's schools
August 14, 2009 - Lt. Governor Applies for Federal Grant to Enroll Children in Health Insurance
Grant will fund a unique coalition of state and faith-based organizations to increase enrollment in the Delaware Healthy Children Program by 20%
August 12, 2009 - Shop-Rite, Warner Elementary School, and Lieutenant Governor Announce Mentoring Partnership
Supermarket employees will work with at-risk children
July 7, 2009 - Lt. Governor Denn Announces Date for Special Election
Election to fill open 19th Senate District Seat
July 1, 2009 - Legislature Passes All Five Bills on Lt. Governor's "Kids Agenda"
New laws will improve education and health care for children
June 25, 2009 - Legislation Positively Impacting Children is Making Progress in the Legislature
Dozens of advocates for Delaware's children voice their support on the steps of Legislative Hall
June 19, 2009 - Children's Legislative Agenda Advances as Session Draws to a Close
Bills affecting public schools, children's health insurance, and screening of infants and toddlers on agendas in final days
June 5, 2009 - Lt. Governor Denn and PNC Bank Delaware President Connie Bond Stuart Kick-off Delaware Early Childhood "Policy Matters" Commission
New Commission will establish a clear, long-term vision for improved early childhood services
June 1, 2009 - Lt. Governor Denn, Rep. Schooley, and Sen. Blevins Announce Legislation for Developmental Disabilities
Legislation designed to ensure that all infants and toddlers are properly screened
May 27, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor Denn Unveils State Government's First Official Blog
Blog to bring state government closer to Delawareans
May 13, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor and DHSS Secretary Unveil Plan To Expand Services for Infants and Toddlers With Disabilities
Federal Stimulus Funds Allow State To Dramatically Reduce Service Delays and Improve Outcomes for Disabled Children
April 30, 2009 - Lieutenant Governor, Legislators Announce "Delaware Covers All Kids" Health Insurance Legislation
Bill would allow families to buy comprehensive health coverage from Delaware CHIP program for just over $100/child per month
April 8, 2009 - Markell, Denn Unveil Education Reform Legislation
The three bills, if passed, would replace the DSTP, support our teachers, and allow more decision making power at the local level
Mar 13, 2009 - Obama, Biden Meet with Denn and Other State Stimulus Czars
Denn brings back to Delaware ideas to maximize the state's stimulus opportunity, and announces weekly updates on stimulus progress.
Mar 4, 2009 - Markell Education Reform Agenda Supports Educators, Fosters Innovation, Demands Accountability
Lt. Governor Denn and Secretary Lowery launch "Back to School Briefings" across the state to get citizen input, advice and recommendations to impact the reform plan
Jan 20, 2009 - Denn Takes Office As Delaware's Lieutenant Governor
In a ceremony shortly after midnight, Matt Denn was sworn-in as Delaware's Lieutenant Governor, pledging to fulfill his promise to be a voice for the state's children.
