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An independent assessment of Delaware’s public education funding system was released last week recommending major changes.The American Institutes for Research study suggests what Delaware spends on education is not enough based on the student outcomes it produces. It recommends Delaware significantly increase spending while distributing more resources according to student needs and implementing a weighted student funding formula.This week, contributor Larry Nagengast takes a closer look at the report and the reaction to it.

Across the U.S., arrest rates for young people under age 18 have been declining for decades, while the amount of youth arrests associated with school incidents has increased.In Philadelphia, the city’s school district was home to the largest source of referrals for youth arrests. But that changed about a decade ago when a pre-arrest diversion initiative was introduced, and since 2013, school-based arrests in Philly have dropped by 91%.At Drexel University, Professors of Psychological and Brain Sciences Naomi Goldstein and Amanda NeMoyer recently evaluated the effectiveness of the diversion program as independent researchers.Delaware Public Media’s Kyle McKinnon spoke with Goldstein and NeMoyer this week about their evaluation and the effects of keeping kids out of the legal system.

The Music School of Delaware has a new President and CEO.A Missouri-born experienced arts leader, Stephen Beaudoin takes over in February next year as the Music School prepares to celebrate its centennial.For this week’s edition of Arts Playlist, Delaware Public Media’s Karl Lengel caught up with Beaudoin to discuss his new role and what he hopes to accomplish at the helm of the only statewide accredited community music school in the nation.

‘Tis the season for brownies, cakes, pastries, and pies during the holidays.But it’s the cookie that seems to be the most delicious and anticipated of all the sweet holiday treats.For this edition of Enlighten Me, Delaware Public Media’s Kyle McKinnon sat down with James Beard award-winning food journalist and the Resident Chef for NPR’s Here and Now Kathy Gunst to talk holiday cookies, recipes, baking tips, and trends.

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Earlier this year, The Brandywine Conservancy announced it would conduct a flood survey to examine flooding along the Brandywine River and how to protect surrounding communities.The study comes two years after flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida resulted in more than $100 million in damage to public infrastructure along the Brandywine and displaced some Wilmington residents.Contributor Jon Hurdle reports on the study’s progress this week and what solutions it may provide.

This week, Enlighten Me heads to the University of Delaware to highlight student journalism.The piece featured comes from senior AJ Rubinetti, who examines diversity and representation in film and TV and the challenges around inclusivity that the industry still faces.

This week, The Green brings you a portion of the latest episode of the Delaware Humanities’ podcast 2023/1973 In Conversation.The podcast celebrates Delaware Humanities’ 50th anniversary by focusing on the conversations it’s engaged in with Delawareans for more than 50 years and continues to encourage today.In this episode, Joan DelFattore – Professor Emerita of English and Legal Studies at the University of Delaware – examines mis- and disinformation in our media and political discourse, and its impact on democracy.

This week, The Green brings you a portion of the latest episode of the Delaware Humanities’ podcast 2023/1973 In Conversation.The podcast celebrates Delaware Humanities’ 50th anniversary by focusing on the conversations it’s engaged in with Delawareans for more than 50 years and continues to encourage today.In this episode, Joan DelFattore – Professor Emerita of English and Legal Studies at the University of Delaware – examines mis- and disinformation in our media and political discourse, and its impact on democracy.