Schools & Kids
Thursday, June 11, 2026 · Georgetown
Sussex Academy inducts 23 into World Language Honor Society
Sussex Academy inducted 23 students into the World Language Honor Society on May 20, recognizing academic excellence and cultural commitment.
Sussex Academy Names Dr. Nikki Miller Chief Academic Officer
Sussex Academy names Dr. Nikki Miller chief academic officer, effective June 1. Miller comes from Seaford School District, where she oversaw instruction across six schools.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Sussex Academy graduates 124 in tenth commencement ceremony
Sussex Academy graduated 124 seniors on June 5 in the school's tenth commencement ceremony, with class speaker Katya Geyer urging graduates to prioritize people over accomplishments.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Sussex Academy students plant 30 trees at elementary campus
Sussex Academy students planted 30 magnolia and willow saplings at the elementary campus May 21, bringing together middle and high school students for an environmental service project organized by senior Katya Geyer.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Sussex Academy students open outdoor lunch space
Three Sussex Academy students designed and built an outdoor lunch area to give peers an alternative to the cafeteria.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Sussex Academy celebrates student art and music at spring showcase
Sussex Academy showcased student visual art and musical performances May 19, with five music seniors graduating from the program.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Report projects 1.25 million young people out of work or school by 2031
A major report predicts the number of young people aged 16 to 24 who are unemployed, not in school, and not in training will reach 1.25 million by 2031, marking a shift that analysts say will narrow economic prospects for a generation.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Online Harassment Affects Majority of Teens Outside School
A recent study revealed that nearly two-thirds of adolescents who experience harassment do so online, independent of school-based bullying. This finding suggests a growing prevalence of cyberbullying extending beyond traditional schoolyard conflicts. The study highlights the need for focused strategies to address online aggression among teenagers.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Discussions Underway for New Blue-Blood College Basketball Event in 2027
An eight-team college basketball event, potentially named the 'Diamond Cup,' is in preliminary discussions for 2027. Kentucky, North Carolina, Kansas, Michigan, and UConn are reportedly engaged in the planning stages. Event organizers aim to create a marquee tournament featuring prominent programs.
Thursday, June 11, 2026