Just a day before the state's $107 million Race to the Top application was submitted, Governor Markell spoke to groups around Delaware that were celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. He spoke of the collaborative efforts that are necessary to strengthen our public schools, calling education one of the moral imperatives of our time. His words were strong, sincere, and compelling; read his remarks here.

I'm looking forward to the State of the State tomorrow, and anticipate more bold, resolute words from our Governor about the need to ensure every child in our state has access to an excellent education.