Delaware
State Standards Analysis & Recommendations for Improvement
COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS
Readiness standards are published and promoted and describe the competencies students need to learn and possess for entry into and success in college and the workforce. They may or may not be assessed by the state but exist as guidance for educators and expectations for students.
Yes
Does the state define college and/or career readiness?
Yes, the state’s definition of college and/or career readiness is “Each Delaware student will graduate college- and career-ready. Students will be prepared to successfully plan and pursue an education and career path aligned to their personal goals, with the ability to adapt to innovate as job demands change. Students will graduate with strong academic knowledge, the behaviors and skills with which to apply their knowledge, and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively. Each student should be an independent learner, and have respect for a diverse society and a commitment to responsible citizenship.”
No
Does the state have career readiness standards?
Yes
Does the state report metrics related to college and/or career readiness?
Yes, the state’s reported metrics related to college and/or career readiness include:
- SAT scores
- AP scores
- NAEP scores
- Students enrolled in vocational technical school districts
- Public school graduates attending institutions of higher education
Yes
Does the state include college/career readiness in its accountability formula?
Yes, find out more about college/career readiness in the state’s accountability formula here.
Yes
Are students expected to demonstrate readiness for college and/or career upon graduation?
Yes, students are expected to demonstrate college and/or career readiness through:
- Advanced Coursework Enrollment
- Postsecondary Assessment (SAT/ACT/Other)
- CTE Participation (CTE, WBL, Credential, Apprenticeship, Other)
No
Are Durable Skills reflected in career readiness standards?
No
Does the state publish career readiness/employability skills standards?
Yes
Does the state define WBL?
Yes, the state’s definition for work-based learning is available here.
Yes
Does the state report on WBL participation and outcomes?
Yes, Delaware requires enrollment and completion WBL data to be submitted via CTE monitoring program.
Yes
Does the state use WBL participation as a program quality indicator for Perkins V federal funding?
Yes, the state uses work-based learning participation as a program quality indicator for Perkins V federal funding. Learn more here.
Yes
Does the state provide guidance related to career/employability skills?
Guidance can be found here.
WORK-BASED LEARNING (WBL)
Work-based learning describes comprehensive guidance, expectations for educators and employers, and quality indicators for assessment.
GRADUATE PROFILE
A graduate profile includes the competencies and skills a student possesses when they graduate from high school. They showcase student learning outcomes and present a full picture of a student’s abilities.
Yes
Does the state include career/workforce readiness in its graduation requirements?
Yes, the readiness requirements outlined by the state are the completion of at least 3 credits in a Career Pathway course. Delaware defines a Career Pathway as “a planned program of at least 3 credits in sequenced or specialized courses designed to develop knowledge and skills in a particular career or academic area.” Students demonstrate they’ve met these requirements via coursework.
Yes
Does the state outline a robust set of graduation requirements?
Yes, the state outlines a robust set of graduation requirements that can be found here.
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