Wilmington Learning Collaborative

September ‘25 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-09-03 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Red Clay Consolidated School District, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
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August ‘25 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-08-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Red Clay Consolidated School District, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Council Meeting Recording
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July '25 Community Council Quarterly Retreat
2025-07-19 09:30 - 13:00 | William C Lewis Dual Language Elementary School, 920 N Van Buren St, Wilmington, Delaware, 19806
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Quarterly Community Council Retreats are an opportunity to gather members of all nine Community Schools Councils / Los Retiros Trimestrales del Consejo Comunitario son una oportunidad para reunir a los miembros de los nueve Consejos de Escuelas Comunitarias:

Pulaski Early Education Center/Centro de Educación Temprana Pulaski
The Bayard School/Escuela Bayard
William C Lewis Dual Language Elementary School/Escuela Primaria Bilingüe William C. Lewis
Joseph E Johnson Elementary School/Escuela Primaria Joseph E. Johnson
Warner Elementary/Escuela Primaria Warner
Evan G Shortlidge Academy/Academia Evan G. Shortlidge
Harlan Elementary/Escuela Primaria Harlan
Stubbs Early Education Center/Centro de Educación Temprana Stubbs
Maurice Pritchett Sr Academy/Academia Maurice Pritchett Sr.

to discuss issues that are important to everyone who cares about Wilmington City Schools. We will share ideas, talk about community resources, and enjoy the company of others who are working to make our schools better. / para dialogar sobre temas importantes para todos quienes se preocupan por las Escuelas de la Ciudad de Wilmington. Compartiremos ideas, hablaremos sobre recursos comunitarios y disfrutaremos la compañía de otras personas que trabajan para mejorar nuestras escuelas.
This is a chance to connect with other schools’ Community Council members, as well as seeing the variety of community partners who provide services at Wilmington’s schools. All schools will also hold their July Community Council meeting while there! / Esta es una oportunidad para conectarse con miembros de los Consejos Comunitarios de otras escuelas, así como conocer a la variedad de organizaciones comunitarias que ofrecen servicios en las escuelas de Wilmington. Además, todas las escuelas celebrarán allí mismo su reunión del Consejo Comunitario correspondiente a julio.
Quarterly Retreats are free, open to the public, and include breakfast, lunch, and childcare. / Los Retiros Trimestrales son gratuitos, abiertos al público e incluyen desayuno, almuerzo y cuidado infantil.

July 2025 Special Council Meeting
2025-07-08 11:30 - 12:00 | 1 South Orange Street, 5th Floor, Wilmington DE 19801, South Orange Street, 5th Floor, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Meeting Agenda
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June '25 Wellness Wednesdays
2025-06-25 17:00 - 19:00 | DE
Educators and council members, summer is here—take this time to relax, reset, and focus on YOU! Join us for Wellness Wednesdays, an evening designed to support your health and well-being. Unwind with fresh-pressed juices, light plant-based bites, mobility stretching, and mindfulness practices to help you feel refreshed and renewed.
📅 June 25 | 5–7 PM
📍 Location: The Juice Joint 2.0, 102 S. Union St., Wilmington, DE
🔗 Spots are limited to 25 participants—RSVP today!
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Transforming Tomorrow by Making Bold Moves Today: The WLC Educator Symposium 2025
2025-06-17 08:00 - 2025-06-18 17:00 | Chase Center on the Riverfront, 815 Justison St, Wilmington, Delaware, 19801
Get ready for a two-day, in-person experience that will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to reimagine what’s possible in education. The inaugural WLC Educator Symposium is a FREE event designed for classroom teachers, support staff, school leaders, and education professionals from across Wilmington.
What to Expect:
✅ Insightful keynote presentations from national education leaders
✅ Engaging breakout sessions packed with practical tools and ideas
✅ Dedicated time for collaboration, networking, and innovation
✅ Wellness programming to help you recharge and refocus
✅ Nourishing meals and surprise activities throughout
Symposium Themes:
Day One – Connected Schools: Strengthening Success & Engagement
Day Two – Students-First: Using Data to Improve Outcomes
Notable Speakers Include:
🗣️ Dr. Laura Burgos – Executive Director, Wilmington Learning Collaborative
Opening and Closing Remarks
🗣️ Dr. Ivory A. Toldson – Professor, Howard University; Editor-in-Chief, The Journal of Negro Education
Keynote: “The Numbers that Count when Educating All Students”
🗣️ Cindy Marten – Delaware Secretary of Education
Lunch Remarks: “Funding the Future: Reimagining the Delaware Formula”
🗣️ Sharif El-Mekki – Founder and CEO, Center for Black Educator Development
Keynote: “Push Has Come to Shove: Making Transformation Happen”
🗣️ Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr. – Superintendent, School District of Philadelphia
Keynote: “Transformational Leadership: Decisions Make a Difference for All Students”
Whether you’re looking to enhance your practice, connect with peers, or find new ways to lead with purpose, this event is for you.

Registration is closed, but let’s stay connected! Sign up for the WLC newsletter and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X for updates on future events.

June 2025 Special Council Meeting
2025-06-16 10:00 - 11:00 | DE
Meeting Agenda
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June ‘25 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-06-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Red Clay Consolidated School District, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
Password: [REDACTED]

May '25 Wellness Wednesdays
2025-05-28 17:00 - 19:00 | The Juice Joint 2.0, 102 S. Union St, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
Take a Midweek Pause – May’s Wellness Wednesday is open to all 9 WLC schools and Leaders, Educators, and Staff!
Join us to unwind, connect, and focus on your well-being. Enjoy fresh-pressed juices, plant-based bites, mobility stretching, and guided mindfulness exercises—all designed to help you relax and recharge.

May ‘25 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-05-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Red Clay Consolidated School District, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
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May 2025 Special Council Meeting
2025-05-06 18:00 | Red Clay Consolidated School District, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
Council Meeting Agenda

April '25 Wellness Wednesdays
2025-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | The Juice Joint 2.0, 102 S. Union St, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
Take a Midweek Pause – April’s Wellness Wednesday is open to all 9 WLC schools and Leaders, Educators, and Staff!
Join us to unwind, connect, and focus on your well-being. Enjoy fresh-pressed juices, plant-based bites, mobility stretching, and guided mindfulness exercises—all designed to help you relax and recharge.

April 2025 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-04-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Stubbs Early Education Center, 1100 N. Pine St., Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
Password: [REDACTED]

March ‘25 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-03-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Red Clay Consolidated School District, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
Password: [REDACTED]

March 2025 Special Council Meeting
2025-03-13 18:00 | https://wlc-de.org/event/march-2025-special-council-meeting/
Council Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording

Children & Families First February Community Council Meetings
2025-02-27 18:00 | Shortlidge Academy / Warner Elementary School, 801 West 18th Street, Wilmington, 19802, United States

Children & Families First February Community Council Meetings
2025-02-26 18:00 | Stubbs Early Education Cafeteria, 1100 North Pine Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States

Children & Families First February Community Council Meetings
2025-02-20 17:00 | Harlan Elementary, 3601 Jefferson Street, Wilmington, DE, 19802, United States

Children & Families First February Community Council Meetings
2025-02-19 17:30 | Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy, 600 E. 7th St, Wilmington, DE, United States

Children & Families First February Community Council Meetings
2025-02-19 17:00 | Lewis Elementary Cafeteria, 920 N Van Buren St, Wilmington, 19806, United States

February ‘25 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Red Clay Consolidated School District, 1502 Spruce Avenue, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
Password: [REDACTED]

Children & Families First February Community Council Meetings
2025-02-11 11:00 | Bayard School, 200 S Dupont St, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States

January ‘25 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2025-01-22 18:00 - 19:30 | DSU Riverfront Building, 1 South Orange St. Room 213, Wilmington, Delaware, 19801
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
Password: [REDACTED]

Special January Council Meeting - CANCELED
2025-01-07 18:00 - 19:30 | WLC Building, 1 South Orange Street, Wilmington, 19801, United States
The Special Council Meeting has been canceled.

December ‘24 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2024-12-17 18:00 - 19:30 | WLC Building, 1 South Orange Street, Wilmington, 19801, United States
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
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4th Annual Winter Wonderland
2024-12-14 10:00 - 12:30 | Wilmington Public Library, 10 E 10th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States

Special Council Meeting
2024-12-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Stubbs Early Education Center, 1100 N. Pine St., Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Council Meeting Agenda
Meeting Recording
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Community Gathering - The Bayard School
2024-11-20 17:30 - 20:00 | Bayard School, 200 S Dupont St, Wilmington, DE, 19805, United States
Community Gathering – The Bayard School – Please come join us!
Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) and Christina School District have launched the search to identify the next principal for The Bayard School. We understand the significance of this decision and we are committed to leading a process that is transparent, accessible, and that is guided by the input and needs of our community. We have contracted with the search firm Alma Advisory Group to support us with this important process.
We want this process informed by community input and invite you to share what you see as the most important priorities for the next principal. Please join us and share your hopes and aspirations for The Bayard School and the things you want to make sure we get right as we carry out this search.
The community gathering will take place on Tuesday, November 20th, 5:30pm at The Bayard School Cafeteria.

Refreshments will be available starting at 5:30pm.
Session begins at 6pm.
Child care and translation services will be provided.

Community Gathering - Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy
2024-11-19 17:30 - 20:00 | Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy, 600 E. 7th St, Wilmington, DE, United States
Community Gathering – Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy – Please come join us!
Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) and Christina School District have launched the search to identify the next principal for Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy. We understand the significance of this decision and we are committed to leading a process that is transparent, accessible, and that is guided by the input and needs of our community. We have contracted with the search firm Alma Advisory Group to support us with this important process.
We want this process informed by community input and invite you to share what you see as the most important priorities for the next principal. Please join us and share your hopes and aspirations for Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy and the things you want to make sure we get right as we carry out this search.
The community gathering will take place on Wednesday, November 19th, 5:30pm at The Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy Cafeteria.

Refreshments will be available starting at 5:30pm.
Session begins at 6pm.
Child care and translation services will be provided.

November ‘24 Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) Council Meeting
2024-11-14 18:00 - 19:30 | DSU Riverfront Building, 1 South Orange St. Room 213, Wilmington, Delaware, 19801
The Wilmington Learning Collaborative (WLC) is a voluntary network of schools in Wilmington across multiple school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Red Clay). The WLC’s goal is to improve outcomes for students by empowering educators, school leaders, and communities. The WLC seeks to create a framework for community engagement and impact to improve student achievement and wellness, improve educator retention rates, and reduce the impact of student mobility and trauma.
While these meetings are hybrid, Council Members are strongly encouraged to attend all meetings in person.
View Recording
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Executive Director’s Report
Meeting Agenda
