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HCR 130

COMMENDING JENNA DIELEUTERIO REPRESENTING THE BRANDYWINE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR BEING SELECTED AS DELAWARE'S STATE TEACHER OF THE YEAR FOR 2026 AND COMMENDING EACH SCHOOL DISTRICT'S TEACHER OF THE YEAR.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Kerri Harris and 2 co-sponsors

The bill publicly commends Jenna Dieleuterio as Delaware’s 2026 State Teacher of the Year and honors each district’s Teacher of the Year.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENT
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Bill Summary · HCR 130

Overview

HCR 130 of the 153th Delaware General Assembly is a concurrent resolution that commends a specific individual for statewide recognition and acknowledges teachers of the year across each school district. The resolution expresses admiration for the named recipient and notes the honor bestowed by the state.

Purpose and Intent

  • Recognize and celebrate Jenna Dieleuterio for being selected as Delaware’s State Teacher of the Year for 2026.
  • Acknowledge and commend Teachers of the Year from each school district within Delaware.
  • Highlight the importance of high-quality teaching and public recognition of educators.

Key Provisions

  • Statements of commendation directed to Jenna Dieleuterio as Delaware’s State Teacher of the Year for 2026.
  • Formal recognition and commendation of every school district’s Teacher of the Year within the state.
  • Public display of appreciation for the exemplary professional contributions of educators to students and the broader community.
  • This is a ceremonial/recognition measure rather than a funding or policy change.

Who/What is Affected

  • Jenna Dieleuterio, identified as Delaware’s State Teacher of the Year for 2026.
  • Each school district in Delaware, whose Teachers of the Year are specifically acknowledged.
  • The bill primarily impacts educators, school communities, and the broader public recognizing teacher excellence.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced in the House on May 7, 2026.
  • Passed in the House by a voice vote on May 7, 2026.
  • Passed by the Senate on May 7, 2026, with a vote tally of 20 in favor and 1 absent.
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Kim Williams.
  • As a concurrent resolution, it does not create new law or authorize new expenditures; it serves as an official state commendation.

Potential Impact

  • Publicly elevates and honors outstanding educators, which can bolster morale and spotlight exemplary teaching practices.
  • May contribute to increased visibility for teacher excellence across districts, potentially informing future recognition programs or partnerships.
  • No anticipated fiscal impact or policy changes are associated with the resolution, as its nature is ceremonial.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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