Caring for Animals course set for kids
Limited spaces are still open in Caring for Animals, an interactive Day of Discovery camp offered by Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus for children ages 6 to 10. Pet lovers will enjoy the chance to learn about the needs of different types of pets from an expert from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, March 13, at Burns Tropical Fish & Pet Shop near Georgetown. Participants will receive tips on grooming, feeding and becoming a responsible pet caretaker; children should bring a bag lunch. Future Day of Discovery camps include Basic CAD for ages 13 to 16 on April 17, Is Golfing your Sport? for ages 9 to 16 on April 24, Science Investigators for ages 6 to 10 on May 22, and Auto Care for ages 14 to 18 on July 23. For more information or to register a child for one or more of these camps, contact Delaware Tech’s Corporate and Community Programs at 854-6966.

Deadline is April 15 for scholarship application
The First Town Club of Lewes is a women’s organization that focuses on reaching out to the community in ways that support learning and well-being. The club is offering a scholarship to help defray the costs of higher education in a certificate or licensing program or at a two- or four-year college. This scholarship is offered to a female student interested in pursuing further education after graduating from Cape Henlopen High School in 2010. This scholarship may be used for tuition or required course books. Payment of this award will be made directly to the institution of higher learning. Applications for the $500 scholarship are available from John Myers in the high school guidance office. The deadline for application is Thursday, April 15. Molly Desmond, the 2009 recipient, is attending the University of South Carolina majoring in hospitality administration.

Deadline is April 23 for scholarship applications
The EDiS Company will award a $1,000 Generation III Scholarship to one student who is interested in studying architecture, engineering or business. The scholarship may be used to pursue an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at the University of Delaware, Delaware State University, Delaware Technical & Community College, Goldey Beacom College or Wesley College, all in Delaware, or Lincoln University in Pennsylvania. Academic achievement, financial need and field of study will be considered in selecting the recipient. The scholarship is renewable for students who maintain a 2.5 or greater grade point average. EDiS employees and their family members are not eligible. Application forms may be obtained by contacting Leslie Rensi at EDiS, 302-421-5700 or visiting ediscompany.com. The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, April 23. EDiS will announce the recipient Friday, May 21.

Rehoboth woman honored at High Point
Marissa Hinsch, daughter of Eric and Sandra Hinsch of Rehoboth Beach, has been named for the third consecutive semester to the dean’s list, earning a 3.94 grade point average for the fall 2009 semester. A sophomore at High Point University in High Point, N.C., Marissa is majoring in elementary special education with emphasis on autism. Effective spring semester 2010, Marissa will serve as vice president of the Peer Mentoring Board for High Point University, in addition to accepting a position as resident assistant. Marissa is a 2008 Cape Henlopen High School graduate.

Group to advocate for child care subsidy
The Delaware Coalition for Early Learning, an autonomous, member-supported advocacy organization, announces the annual Early Childhood Advocacy Day to take place from 1:15 to 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 17, at Legislative Hall in Dover. The coalition’s mission is to advocate for a high-quality, well-funded, integrated system of care and education on behalf of Delaware’s children from birth to age 5 and those attending out-of-school-time programs, and legally operating providers of care and education. Understanding the current economic climate, this year’s message is to maintain with no cuts the child care subsidy reimbursement program funding levels in the coming fiscal year so children can learn and families can work. Sixty-two percent of mothers with children under 6 are in the work force (University of Delaware, Center for Disabilities Studies). Children, families and those employed in the early childhood workforce are all affected by decisions made in Dover on early childhood issues.

Register now for state parks summer camps
Delaware State Parks offers summer day camps throughout the state, from Bellevue State Park in Wilmington to Cape Henlopen in Lewes, and plenty in between. Half-day camps for 4- to 6-year-olds with various nature themes are offered, as well as full-day camps for 6- to 14-year-olds. Many camps offer before and after care. Summer day camp sizes are limited in order to keep counselor-to-camper ratios small. Registration is now being accepted at all participating parks. Dates, fees and registration information are available at destateparks.com/programs/summer-camps, or from the individual parks.

Local students make Virginia Tech dean’s list
Three Cape Region students enrolled at Virginia Tech were named to the dean’s list for the fall 2009 semester. To qualify for the dean’s list, students must attempt at least 12 credit hours graded on the A-F option and earn a 3.4 grade point average or higher on a 4.0 scale during the semester. Area honorees were Elizabeth R. Carpenter of Lewes, a junior majoring in biological sciences; Sabrina A. Wren of Millsboro, a sophomore majoring in human development; and Victoria L. Bunting of Milton, a freshman majoring in university studies.

Cape grad makes Elon University dean’s list
David A. Campbell, son of Dean Campbell of Milton and Gail Campbell of Milton, was named to the dean’s list for the fall 2009 semester at Elon University in Elon, N.C. The dean’s list recognizes students who maintain a grade point average of at least 3.50 with a minimum of 12 semester hours; David carried 18 credits. David is a 2009 Cape Henlopen High School graduate and served as student government president. He is majoring in business administration and finance.

Markell establishes education committee
Gov. Jack Markell has established a council to help students be more prepared for careers in science, technology, engineering and math. Markell said the council will be instrumental in ensuring Delaware remains one of the nation’s most innovative states by getting more Delaware students involved in these industries. The council is expected to advise state education officials, seek grants and recognize student achievement in the areas of science, technology, math and engineering.

Millsboro woman leaves gift to Del Tech
Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus recently received a $10,000 bequest gift from the estate of Elizabeth Taylor of Millsboro. Taylor was a longtime educator in Berlin, Md. This gift will be used in conjunction with proceeds from the 2010 Starry, Starry Night Gala to purchase necessary instructional equipment and teaching resources at the Owens Campus. Taylor will be recognized posthumously as a member of the Legacy Society, the recognition society for individuals who have named Delaware Tech in their estate plans or who have cumulatively given $50,000 or more to the college. For more information on gift planning at Delaware Tech, contact Jason Bentley, development director, at 855-5996 or bentley@dtcc.edu.

Scholarship fund set for GLBT students
Dr. James D’Orta has pledged $1,000 a year to create a college scholarship fund. The Delaware Stonewall Democratic Club will also contribute $1,000 to create the Barbara Gittings Memorial Scholarship Fund for gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender Delaware college students. Delaware students applying for the $2,000 scholarship should be attending a Delaware two- or four-year college or university as an undergraduate. Preference will be given to freshman students 21 years old and under. The process includes filling out an application, providing three references and submitting the application by Wednesday, March 31. The application should be submitted with a cover letter and mailed to PO Box 1024, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Applications are available at delawarestonewall.org.