Rep. Ed Osienski

Exciting things are happening in the Christina School District!
Christina has been awarded $652,691 through Delaware's Bridge to Practice program to help improve early literacy instruction for the 2026–27 school year. This funding will expand science-of-reading training (LETRS) for teachers and continue developing principals and teacher-leaders through the Early Literacy Leadership Academy (ELLA).
This investment builds on the progress already underway, as we have already seen impressive improvements in reading and math at schools like Thurgood Marshall Elementary and Brookside Elementary.
Giving our young learners a strong literacy foundation is essential to their long-term success, which is one of the many reasons why investing in early education is so important. I'm sure this funding will help Christina build on the great work they're already doing.

Attention!

Delaware Medicaid Open Enrollment is open now through October 30.

To learn more or apply, visit: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dmma/

To compare Managed Care Organization (MCO) options, visit or call the numbers below:
💬 www.amerihealthcaritasde.com / 1-844-211-0966
💬 www.highmarkhealthoptions.com / 1-844-325-6251
💬 www.delawarefirsthealth.com / 1-877-236-1341

To change your plan, contact the Delaware Health Benefit Manager at 1-800-996-9969

Fire Prevention Week (October 4 - 10) reminds us that a few simple safety steps can make a big difference in protecting our families and homes.

This year’s NFPA theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is Superpower,” focuses on charging phones, e-bikes, and other devices safely.

Please take a few minutes to check your charging habits, use the right chargers, and never charge devices under a pillow or on a bed. Fire safety is something we all need to take seriously, and these small steps can help keep our families and communities safe.

The Annual Faith & Blue Fall Fest & BBQ is coming up soon!

This free, family-friendly community event is being put on by the Newark Delaware Police Department, New Castle County Police, University of Delaware Police, and local faith-based organizations, and will feature activities for all ages, including:
🍁Free food
🍁Bounce house obstacle course for kids
🍁Pumpkin painting and games
🍁Newark Police K-9 demonstration

Officers will also be available to provide free child car seat safety checks and installations to help families make sure their car seats are properly installed.

I hope you can make it!

Faith & Blue Fall Fest & BBQ
Sunday, October 11, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Old Paper Mill Park

Thank you to everyone who attended my First Friday coffee this morning at the Newark Senior Center.

I look forward to every opportunity to engage with my constituents and keep them informed on what's going on in our district. Today, we discussed community maintenance, updates on DelDOT projects, what to expect in the 154th General Assembly, among many other topics.

I hope to see you at the next one on Friday November 6th, 9am at the NSC.

Yesterday marked the first day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time for us to raise awareness of the second most common cancer diagnosed among women, and a time to shine a light on survivors.

Throughout the month, you can show your support by taking part in Breast Cancer Awareness programs and activities throughout the state. Check out this Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition calendar to find an event near you: https://debreastcancer.org/dbcc-events/

🍁🍂 NEW Month. NEW Menu. NEW Adventures. 🍂🍁

October is here, and the Newark Senior Center is buzzing with activity!

✔️ New Fall Menu

✔️ Flea Market Donations
October 1 - 16 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
(Through Noon on October 16)

✔️ Fall Flea Market Sale
October 22 | 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
October 23 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 24 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

✔️ NEW Trip Registration Opens

✔️ Halloween Social
October 30
Festive Lunch • DJ Bradley-Brad • Costumes Welcome

✔️ Come Have Lunch With Us!
Just $5 per platter and open to the public. No membership required!

From new trips and delicious fall meals to bargain shopping and Halloween fun, there's something for everyone this month.

Come see why the Newark Senior Center is the place to be this October!

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Congratulations to all of Delaware’s 2027 Teacher of the Year nominees! Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the classroom and for the dedication you bring to your students every day.

Delaware will celebrate 20 outstanding educators on Oct. 13 and announce which one will serve as the state’s 2027 Teacher of the Year.

Districts and the Delaware Charter Network nominated the teachers during the 2026 calendar year. The nominees were recognized for their ability to inspire a love of learning, their exemplary professional qualities and their dedication to teaching.

The selection process begins with a five-essay application. Five Delaware Department of Education staff members and five former state teachers of the year independently review the applications. A former state teacher of the year and a department staff member then observe each candidate in the classroom. An independent panel of judges from outside the department considers the application and observation scores, along with a recorded presentation from each nominee, before recommending one teacher to the Secretary of Education.

The teacher selected as Delaware’s 2027 Teacher of the Year will also become the state’s nominee for the national Teacher of the Year program, a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers in partnership with the Voya Foundation.

Through action of the General Assembly, the state Teacher of the Year will receive a $5,000 grant for the educational benefit of their students and a $3,000 personal grant. Each of the other nominees will receive a $2,000 state grant.

The Oct. 13 celebration at the Modern Maturity Center in Dover will begin with a social hour at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m. The Teacher of the Year announcement will close the evening. The event will be livestreamed following the dinner portion of the evening with an estimated start time of 7:15 p.m. A grant from Voya Financial and support from the Delaware General Assembly fund the award ceremony.

Meet the 2027 District/Charter Teachers of the Year at the link in comments.

This free event is an opportunity for families to spend the day together and enjoy the fall festivities!

Yesterday we held a special ceremonial session to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our country.
It was great to join my colleagues and other guest in the New Castle Court House Museum, where our first ever General Assembly met in 1776. So much of our nation’s early history has happened right here in Delaware and I am grateful to those who organized today’s event to remind us of that.