Governor John Carney, Senator Chris Coons, and community leaders gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Maurice Pritchett Sr. Academy, Wilmington’s first new school in decades. Fully funded by the State of Delaware, this state-of-the-art facility honors the legacy of longtime educator Maurice Pritchett and marks a significant investment in the city’s future. The event underscored the importance of education, equity, and community as Wilmington ushers in a new chapter for its students.