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Covid Notification: May 17, 2022
May 17, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (5 individuals), Wilbur (1 individual), and William Penn (7 individuals). Additionally, 1 individual associated with multiple...
Covid Notification: May 16, 2022
May 16, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (2 individuals), Castle Hills (2 individuals), George Read (1 individual), Wilbur (1 individual), William Penn (6...
Announcing the 2023 CSD District Teacher of the Year
Beth Twardus, a teacher from McCullough Middle School is the 2023 District Teacher of the Year
Covid Notification: May 12, 2022
May 12, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), McCullough (1 individual), and William Penn (6 individuals). Additionally, 1 individualassociated with...
Keenan D. Dorsey, Sr. / Christine Smith win seats on Colonial School Board
On May 10th, both were elected to serve on the Colonial School Board.
Covid Notification: May 11, 2022
May 11, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: Today’s notification includes cases from April 28th, April 29th, and May 2nd. We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: George Read (2 individuals), Gunning Bedford (1 individual),...
5/13 – Professional Development day
May 13 – No School for students due to staff professional development
Covid Notification: May 10, 2022
May 10, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Colonial Early Education Program (1 individual), Pleasantville (10 individuals), Southern (3 individuals), and William Penn (2 individuals)....
Covid Notification: May 9, 2022
May 9, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Colonial Early Education Program (6 individuals), George Read (1 individual), Gunning Bedford (2 individuals), Pleasantville (1 individual),...
May 2022 Board of Education Meeting
May 10th, 2022 at 7 pm
LOCATION: William Penn High School
Thank you
Please join us as we wish our retirees farewell and say thanks for the impact they have made on Colonial
Covid Notification: May 6, 2022
May 6, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: George Read (1 individual), Wallin (1 individual), Wilbur (2 individuals), and William Penn (2 individuals). Individuals identified as...
Covid Notification: May 4, 2022
May 4, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: Today’s notification includes cases from April 28th, April 29th, and May 2nd. We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Colwyck Early Education Program (1 individual), Southern (3...
Covid Notification: May 2, 2022
May 2, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: Today’s notification includes cases from April 28th, April 29th, and May 2nd. We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (3 individual), George Read (1 individual), New...
Parent University is coming back!
WE are looking to once again host these parent sessions in the 2022-23 school year, but we need your opinion.
WE CREATE! 2022 CSD Visual & Performing Arts Showcase
Friday, May 13th, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 14th, 10:00 AM – Noon
at William Penn High School
Nominate our next Educational Support Professional of the Year!
Do you know a CSD staff member who is dedicated, inspiring, and making a difference?
Wallin Becomes N3
In Colonial, WE believe in changing the odds for students. WE truly believe we have made a huge impact on the students and families of Colonial. Therefore, we felt it was time to rethink how we can best use the staff and facilities at the High School level to provide...
Get to Know Colonial Mixer: Assistant Principals
Learn more about being an Assistant Principal in Colonial, join us for a Get to Know Colonial Mixer
Covid Notification: April 14, 2022
April 14, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (1 individual), George Read (1 individual), William Penn (3 individuals). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19...
Covid Notification: April 13, 2022
April 13, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: George Read (1 individual,Pleasantville (2 individuals), Southern (1 individual), Wilbur (2 individuals). Individuals identified as...
Covid Notification: April 12, 2022
April 12, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Southern (3 individuals), William Penn (2 individuals). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until...
Covid Notification: April 11, 2022
April 11, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Eisenberg (1 individual), Wilbur (4 individuals), William Penn (2 individuals). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not...
COVID-19 Home Tests for Students
On April 13th, all students, except those at William Penn, will receive their free COVID-19 Home Test Kit at the end of the school day
Colonial Clippings: April 7, 2022
Spring Break
No School 4/15-22
Covid Notification: April 8, 2022
April 8, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Colonial Early Education Program (1 individual), Wilbur (1 individual), William Penn (3 individuals). Individuals identified as positive...
Covid Notification: April 6, 2022
April 6, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: William Penn (7 individuals). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the isolation period...
Covid Notification: April 4, 2022
April 4, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Wilbur (1 individual). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the isolation period has passed....
April 2022 Board of Education Meeting
April 12th, 2022 at 7 pm
LOCATION: William Penn High School
In-person and online
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Good News – March 2022
Incident on 3/29/22
Based on Delaware State Police recommendation, four schools along the Route 9 corridor were placed on soft lockdown shortly after 11:30AM for approximately 25 minutes while investigators responded to a domestic incident in nearby Collins Park. This means students...
Discover gives McCullough Middle School given a big upgrade
Thanks to a large donation from @discover, the library at McCullough Middle School was given a big upgrade today
Covid Notification: March 24, 2022
March 24, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Eisenberg (1 individual). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the isolation period has passed....
Support for H.R. 6613
It’s time to put the Power of WE in motion! A federal waiver that permits the Colonial School District along with others across the country to provide meals to students at NO cost to you, along with the Summer Feeding and After School Snack Programs are ABOUT TO EXPIRE unless there is congressional action.
No School for Students 3/24-25
Due to Parent Teacher Conferences
Covid Notification: March 18, 2022
March 18, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Wilbur (2 individuals) Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the isolation period has passed....
Covid Notification: March 16, 2022
March 16, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Gunning Bedford (1 individual) Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the isolation period...
Covid Notification: March 15, 2022
March 15, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Gunning Bedford (1 individual) Southern (3 individuals) Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until...
Covid Notification: March 9, 2022
March 9, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Leach (1 individual), William Penn (1 individual). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the...
3/11 – Professional Development day
No School for students due to staff professional development
Colonial Clippings: March 2022
Vaccination Clinic: March 16, 2022
at George Read Middle School
314 E Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720
Covid Notification: March 2, 2022
March 2, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: William Penn (5 individuals). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the isolation period...
Covid Notification: March 1, 2022
March 1, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Southern (2 individuals) and William Penn (1 individual). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until...
March Board of Education Meeting
March 8th at 7:00 PM
LOCATION: William Penn High School
In-person and online
CSD Masking and Protocol Update
As of March 2, 2022 masking optional for students and staff in CSD buildings/ buses
WE’ve got some Good News: February 28th, 2022
Covid Notification: February 28, 2022
February 25, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (6individuals) Southern (1 individual). Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until...
Equity Audit: Parent Edition
Colonial School District Equity Survey The Colonial School District (CSD) has been taking a look at how to ensure there is equity among our students and staff. This ongoing effort includes an equity audit process that requires your feedback. The process will include...
Covid Notification: February 25, 2022
February 25, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Southern (1 individual). Additionally, we have had 1 individual who is associated with multiple schools ( Wallin, McCullough, Southern...
Covid Notification: February 22, 2022
February 22, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Southern (4 individuals) Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to school until the isolation period...
Covid Notification: February 17, 2022
February 17, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: William Penn High School (1 individual) Southern (2 individuals) Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return to...
Covid Notification: February 15, 2022
February 16, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Gunning Bedford (2individuals), McCullough (2 individuals), New Castle (1 individual), Southern (4 individuals) Individuals identified...
Covid Notification: February 15, 2022
February 15, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Gunning Bedford (2 individuals), McCullough (2 individuals), New Castle (1 individual), Southern (4 individuals) Individuals identified...
Covid Notification: February 14, 2022
February 14, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), George Read (1 individual), Southern (2 individuals), Wilbur (2 individuals) Individuals identified as...
Nominate our next Teacher of the Year
WE need your help! Nominate someone to be our 2023 Teacher of the Year!
2/18 – Professional Development day
No School for students due to staff professional development
Schools & Offices Closed: Feb 21
President’s day holiday: Schools & Offices Closed
Covid Notification: February 11, 2022
February 11, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: George Read (2 individuals), Leach (1 individual), Pleasantville (1 individual), Wilbur (4 individuals), William Penn (1 individual) ....
Welcome our newest board member Christine Smith
Welcome our newest board member Christine Smith
Covid Notification: February 10, 2022
February 10, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (1 individual), Castle Hills (1 individual), New Castle Elementary (1 individual), William Penn (1 individual) ....
Governor’s Mask Mandate
As a reminder . . . Gov. Mask Mandate in schools and on buses continues through March 31st.
Covid Notification: February 8, 2022
February 8, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: • Carrie Downie (1 individual), • Gunning Bedford (1 individual), • New Castle (1 individual), • Pleasantville (1 individual), •...
Vaccination Clinics
Tues, February 22, 2022 from 4-7 pm
at George Read Middle School
314 E Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720
February Board of Education Meeting
February 8th at 7:00 PM
LOCATION: William Penn High School
In-person and online
Covid Notification: February 7, 2022
February 7, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: • Colonial Early Education Program (1 individual), • George Read (1 individual), • Gunning Bedford (2 individuals), Southern (1...
Covid Notification: February 4, 2022
February 4, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: George Read (4 individuals), Gunning Bedford (2 individuals), Southern (1 individual), Wilbur (3 individuals), Wilmington Manor (2...
Covid Notification: February 2, 2022
February 2, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual,) Pleasantville (1 individual), Southern (4 individuals), Wilbur (1 individual), William Penn (1 individual)....
Covid Notification: February 1, 2022
February 1, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (1 individual, Colonial Early Education Program (1 individual), Eisenberg (1 individual), George Read (1 individual),...
Covid Notification: January 31, 2022
January 31, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: George Read (5 individual), McCullough (1 individual), New Castle (1 individual), Southern (1 individual), Wilbur (1 individual),...
Carrie Downie music teacher wins Jackpot
On Friday, January 28th, Margaret Murray, Music Teacher at Carrie Downie Elementary, was one of eight $2500 Jackpot Giveaway winners from California Casualty, the provider of the NEA Auto & Home Insurance Program. T California Casualty created a new giveaway to...
Covid Notification: January 28th, 2022
January 27, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), Colonial Early Education Program (1 individual), George Read (1 individual), Gunning Bedford (1...
WE’ve got some good news: January 27, 2022
After-school activities / sports have been canceled 1/28 & 29
All after-school activities and sports have been canceled for January 28th and 29th.
Covid Notification: January 27th, 2022
January 27, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), New Castle (2 individuals), Southern (1 individual), Wilbur (3 individuals). A Additionally, we had 3...
Covid Notification: January 26th, 2022
January 26, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), George Read (1 individual), Gunning Bedford (1 individual), McCullough (2 individuals), Pleasantville (6...
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Covid Notification: January 25th, 2022
January 25, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (4 individuals), George Read (1 individual), Gunning Bedford (4 individuals), McCullough (3 individuals), Pleasantville (1...
Donate Delaware Supports Colonial Thanks to Alumni
January 21, 2022 New Castle, DE - The Colonial School District (CSD) received a donation of PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) this week from Donate Delaware, a non-profit organization that started in 2020 in response to the pandemic. Former boxing champ-turned...
Covid Notification: January 24th, 2022
January 24, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Colonial Early Education Program (1 individual), Eisenberg (3 individuals), George Read (2 individuals), Gunning Bedford (2...
Covid Notification: January 20th, 2022
January 20, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), Gunning Bedford (1 individual), Pleasantville (2 individuals), Southern (1 individual), Wilbur (2...
Covid Notification: January 19th, 2022
January 19, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (3 individual), Colonial Early Education Program (2 individuals), George Read (2 individuals), Gunning Bedford (5...
Covid Notification: January 18th, 2022
January 18, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), Eisenberg (1 individual), George Read (3 individuals), Gunning Bedford (4 individuals), McCullough (4...
Schools and Offices Closed – January 17
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
Covid Notification: January 13th, 2022
January 13, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), Eisenberg (1 individual), George Read (3 individuals), Gunning Bedford (4 individuals), McCullough (4...
Covid Notification: January 11th, 2022
January 11, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: Since our notification on Friday, January 7th, Colonial has received reports of COVID-19 cases in all schools, with the exception of Wallace Wallin. Individuals identified as positive for COVID-19 will not return...
Covid Notification: January 7th, 2022
January 7, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Eisenberg (3 individuals), McCullough (1 individual), New Castle (6 individuals), Pleasantville (1 individual), Wilmington Manor (2...
Schools closed January 7th
All Colonial schools will be closed January 7th
Covid Notification: January 6th, 2022
January 6, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Castle Hills (1 individual), Eisenberg (1 individual), George Read (3 individuals), McCullough (2 individuals), New Castle (3...
Covid Notification: January 5th, 2022
January 5, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie (1 individual), Castle Hills (1 individual), Leach (1 individual), McCullough (1 individual), Pleasantville (1 individual),...
January Board of Education Meeting
January 11th at 6:00 PM
LOCATION: William Penn High School
In-person and online
Schools closed January 3rd / first day now January 5th
All Colonial schools will be closed January 3rd. STUDENTS NEW RETURN DATE is Wednesday, January 5th.
WE’ve got some good news: December 2021 edition
SELF SCREENER
WE encourage families to do their part in reducing the spread of COVID-19 by:
Having your student take the SELF SCREENER at home
Covid Notification: December 22, 2021
December 22, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie Elementary (3 individuals), Eisenberg Elementary (2 individual), George Read Middle (2 individual), Gunning Bedford...
Covid Notification: December 20, 2021
December 20, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie Elementary (2 individuals), Colonial Early Education Program (1 individual), Pleasantville Elementary (1 individual),...
Reminder: all Colonial students return on Tuesday, January 4th.
Return to school for all Colonial students is Tuesday, January 4th.
Covid Notification: December 17, 2021
December 17, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Carrie Downie Elementary (1 individual), Castle Hills Elementary (1 individual), Eisenberg Elementary (1individual), George Read Middle...