Business View Civil and Municipal | Volume 2, Issue 9

53 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 2, ISSUE 9 serves a population of approximately 6,500 students that represent over 22 languages. The district employs a complement of approximately 1500 full time and part time staff in 12 schools at 15 distinct locations. There are seven K-4 schools (with preschool programs at most elementary sites). Capital School District is also home to two intensive learning centers for students that have significant needs. At the secondary level, the district operates one fifth-sixth grade school, one seventh- eighth grade school, and one state of the art high school—Dover High School. Capital is the home of the Senators and Senator pride is demonstrated by the large number of staff members that are alumnae. The ethos of care is pervasive and a corner stone of the district’s culture. The district has the privilege to be located near the Dover Air Force base, offering educational options to active military personnel. Capital School District is the centerfold district of Delaware –America’s first State. It is a premiere district that is nestled between Sussex County and New Castle County providing its residents the benefits of a convenient commute in either direction to the further southern point of the state; the famous beaches of Delaware including Rehoboth and Lewis or further northern part of the state; and the metropolitan urban center of Wilmington. Delaware is a small but mighty state with all the appeals and benefits that attract tourists and new residents seeking to leverage the advantage of no sales tax and lower property taxes coupled with top quality amenities. The Capital School District’s location is often why it’s the sought after designation to convene statewide gatherings for educational leaders and statewide educational conferences. It’s no surprise that the district is gaining momentum for evolving as the heartbeat of Delaware. Under new leadership and armed with a renewed effort to advance strategic partnerships, Dr. Vilicia CAP I TAL SCHOOL DI STR I CT Cade is quickly learning why leadership in the capital of the state is unique. Dr. Cade is the first African-American female superintendent of the Capital School District and currently the only African-American female superintendent in the State. A former educational leader in the northern part of Delaware, her recent return from Ohio is celebrated and welcomed, as she is known for her infectious personality, flawless style, caring spirit, passionate advocacy, and innovative intellectual ability. As the district of choice, students attending Capital School District have access to dynamic