Our moment is now.
Every Delaware student deserves an education that prepares them for a bright future.
At First State Educate, we work with school boards and communities across the state to make that possible. From training leaders to equipping families with tools and resources, we’re here to ensure every Delawarean can take part in strengthening our public schools.
Community Members
Your voice matters. School boards decide how resources are used and what priorities guide our schools. We help you find information, understand the issues, and take action.
School Board Members
You make decisions that shape how schools serve students and families. We provide training, resources, and support to help you govern with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Ready to Serve on Your School Board?
Delaware’s students need leaders who are prepared to listen, ask tough questions, and make decisions that put kids first.
If you’re ready to step up, FSE can give you the tools, training, and support to run and to serve with confidence from day one.
Board First 2025
Newly Delaware School Board Members
Be Part of the Conversation
Every month, First State Educate hosts open meetings on the issues that matter most for Delaware schools — from student achievement to board accountability. These sessions bring together board members, parents, educators, and community leaders for practical discussion and real solutions.
Board Matters: Delaware Conversations is a monthly forum where Delawareans come together to talk about the issues shaping our public schools. Each session takes on a timely topic — from student achievement and attendance to funding, transparency, and family engagement — and brings voices from across the state into one conversation. By connecting data, lived experience, and board leadership, the series helps our community understand what’s at stake and how we can act together to improve outcomes for every child.
Board Matters: September 2025
We’ll dive into the 2024–2025 student achievement results and what they mean for Delaware’s kids. This isn’t just about numbers — it’s about how families, educators, and board members can use data to make smarter decisions and drive stronger results for every child.
September 16, 2025
6pm via Zoom
When boards govern well, districts perform better. Better district performance leads to higher student achievement.
When students achieve, the quality of life in Delaware is better for for everyone.
The FSE Community Ambassador Program gives parents, families, and community members a seat at the table in school governance. Ambassadors serve as a vital connection between school boards and the communities they represent—attending meetings, gathering feedback, and helping ensure school policies reflect the needs and priorities of families.
Community Ambassadors
Grants
FSE invests in the capacity of school boards and the leadership of those who serve on them. Our mini-grants give boards the resources to strengthen governance, test new ideas, and model effective practices. Our scholarships provide board members with advanced training and opportunities to mentor others, ensuring that Delaware benefits from strong, informed, and representative leadership. Together, these programs build the skills and examples needed to deliver better outcomes for students statewide.
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DescFSE is launching a new mini-grants program to help Delaware school boards lead more effectively. These grants give board members resources to strengthen governance, build stronger connections with their communities, and address local challenges with creative solutions. The program also supports professional development and leadership growth, ensuring boards are equipped to make a greater impact for students.ription text goes here
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Funded by the African American Empowerment Fund of Delaware in honor of Quintin E. Primo Jr., this scholarship fully supports African American school board members in Delaware to complete a nationally recognized executive training in school board leadership. The program focuses on equity, strategic planning, data use, budgeting, and community engagement. Scholars will also serve as mentors and advocates for African American leadership in public education. text goes here
Mission
Our mission is 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.
Our Values
SHOW UP.
ACT TOGETHER.
SPEAK UP.