News
Covid 19 Notification: 10/4/21
October 4, 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 (1 individual) Gunning Bedford Middle...
Covid Notification: September 30, 2021
September 30, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: - George Read Middle (1 individual) - Leach School (1 individual) - William Penn High School (1 individual) These individuals will not...
COVID 19 Notification: September 29, 2021
September 29, 2021 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) - New Castle Elementary (1 individual), - William...
WE Celebrate: Dr. Ernesto B. “Ernie” López
Senator López made history in 2012 becoming the first Hispanic American elected to the Delaware State Senate.
Covid 19 Notification: September 28, 2021
September 28, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: - Gunning Bedford Middle (1 individual) - McCullough Middle (2 individuals) - Southern Elementary (2 individuals) - Wilbur Elementary...
Covid-19 Notification: September 27, 2021
September 27, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Colwyck (1 individual) Wilbur Elementary (1 individual) Wilmington Manor (1 individual), Castle Hills (1 individual) Eisenberg (1...
Covid 19 Notification: September 24, 2021
September 24, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Pleasantville Elementary (2 individuals), Wilbur Elementary (1 individual), William Penn High School (1 individual). These individuals...
Covid Notification: September 23
September 23, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Colwyck Early Education Program (1 individual), Southern Elementary (1 individual) Wilbur (3 individuals) These individuals will not...
Safe, supportive classrooms and schools
Dear Colonial Families: Our students have returned to school after 18 months of virtual learning at home, and a third school year impacted by COVID. Getting back into the routines of school has not been easy and some schools have seen an increase in disruptive student...
Covid Notification: September 22, 2021
September 22, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: Gunning Bedford Middle School (1 individual) Wilbur Elementary (3 individuals) William Penn High School (1 individual). hese...
We Celebrate: Maria Cabrera
We Celebrate: Maria Cabrera- Wilmington City Council - 9/22 Maria D. Cabrera first served on Wilmington City Council from 2013 to 2017. She is the first Hispanic female elected to office in Delaware, and the first to run for Mayor of Wilmington. A proud mother of...
Covid Update: September 21, 2021
September 21, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: - Colwyck Early Education Program (3 individuals) - Gunning Bedford Middle School (2 individuals) - New Castle Elementary (2...
Student supports the outdoor gardens at Carrie Downie
Thanks to a relationship with some Colonial teachers, Aarushi Nayak, a student from the Appoquinimink area, wanted to support the outdoor gardens at Carrie Downie as a community service project for Girl Scouts. To earn her latest badge Aarushi planned, designed, built...
Covid 19 Notification: September 16, 2021
September 16, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: - Gunning Bedford Middle School (1 individual) - Leach (1 individual) - New Castle Elementary (1 individual) - Pleasantville...
COVID Notification: September 15, 2021
September 15, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: - Castle Hills Elementary (1 Individual) - New Castle Elementary (1 Individual) - Wilbur Elementary (1 Individual) These individuals...
No School for Students September 17
Professional Development for staff
Hispanic Heritage Month
We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) to recognize the achievements and contributions of Hispanic American champions who have inspired others to achieve success.
We celebrate: Maria Matos
Maria Matos has been president and CEO of the LACC in Wilmington since 1994. Prior to then, she was employed by the Chesapeake Bay Girl Scout Council, Inc., where she held various management positions. From 1974 to 1985, Maria worked for the Red Clay Consolidated...
COVID Notification: September 14, 2021
September 14, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: • Gunning Bedford Middle School (2 individuals) • McCullough Middle School (4 individuals) • New Castle Elementary (2 individuals) •...
Covid Notification: September 13, 2021
September 13, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: - Castle Hills Elementary (2 individuals) - Colwyck Center (1 individual) - George Read Middle School (4 individuals) - Gunning...
September Board of Education Meeting
September 14th at 7:00 PM
LOCATION: William Penn High School
In-person and online
Announcing the STAR Program
A new beginning for The Adult Integration Program
Covid 19 Notification: September 10, 2021
September 10, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: - Eisenberg Elementary School (1 individual) - Gunning Bedford (2 individuals) - New Castle Elementary (1 individual) - William Penn...
McCullough honors the 20th anniversary of the events of 9/11
Yesterday afternoon, (9/9/21) in honor of the 20th anniversary of the events of 9/11, McCullough teachers placed 412 American Flags around the school's flagpole as a sign in recognition of the first responders who lost their lives on 9/11. There is one flag for each...
Covid Notice: September 9, 2021
September 9, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: • Colonial Early Education Program-Colwcyk (1 individual) • Gunning Bedford Middle School (1 individual) • McCullough Middle School (1...
Covid 19 Update: September 8th
September 8, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned of positive COVID-19 cases at the following Colonial Schools: • William Penn High School (2 individuals) These individuals will not return to school until the isolation period has passed. School...
Covid Update: September 7, 2021
September 7, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that individuals at the following Colonial Schools are positive for COVID-19: • Castle Hills Elementary (1 individual), • Gunning Bedford Middle School (3 individuals), • New Castle Elementary (3...
School Board Meetings Update
We are excited to bring back the in-person option for families and the community to attend Colonial School Board of Education meetings.
TRANSPORTATION UPDATE: Week of 9/7
Starting tomorrow, September 7, we will begin transporting our pre-K students as well as continuing transportation for students in grades k-12.
Happy Labor Day
Schools Closed 9/3 & 9/6
Covid 19 Update: September 1, 2021
September 1, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that individuals at the following Colonial Schools are positive for COVID-19: One Individual at Eisenberg Elementary Schools Two Individuals at Gunning Bedford Middle School One Individual at...
Weather Update for September 1, 2021
Due to anticipated weather, please anticipate possible transportation delays September 1st & 2nd.
Covid Update: August 31st
August 31, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that individuals at the following Colonial Schools are positive for COVID-19: George Read Middle School (1): Individual was last on campus Monday, August 30th Wilbur Elementary School (1): Individual...
First day of school statement
WE want to address some of the issues surrounding transportation today on our first day back. Several factors contributed to significant delays in getting our kids to and from school for our first day back:
Back to School Update: August 26th, 2021
Back to School Updates For the most up to date information on Back to school 2021 in Colonial, Please review the link below for an update on return to school in Colonial for 2021. All newly developed information will have a date in the heading. As protocols are...
First Day of School Signs 2021
Celebrate with us as WE’re Back! Download our first day of school signs for 2021 and share on your social media with hashtag #firstdayscsd!
Say Congrats to the Colonials!
Say Congrats to the Colonials! The DIAA (Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association) has named William Penn Champions in Sportsmanship winners! This is the 24th in a row the Colonials have earned this prestigious award. The Dale Farmer State Champions Awards...
School nurses offer COVID-19 advice for Delaware parents as back-to-school time nears
School nurses offer COVID-19 advice for Delaware parents as back-to-school time nears
Back to School Update – August 19, 2021
An Update on Back to school 2021 – August 19, 2021
Announcing the 2022 Support Professional of the Year
Congrats to Jen Dunford from Colwyck!
Covid Update: August 16th, 2021
August 16, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We learned that an individual at Colonial Early Education Program-Colwyck has tested positive for COVID-19. This individual was last on campus Thursday, August 5th. This individual will not return to school until...
Colonial Return to School Info Webinar
Wednesday, August 18 at 6 pm
Join us to review our return to school health and safety protocols released during the week of August 10th.
Colonial Launches Partnership Offering Free Math Tutoring Scholarships
New Castle, DE- The Colonial School District is proud to announce a partnership with Village Education Tutors Foundation. The foundation will provide scholarships valued at $10,000 per child for selected student scholars in the 8th-grade who have been invited to join...
Back to School Update: August 12, 2021
Colonial Families: As we eagerly prepare for the reopening of schools we want to share information and materials you need to have regarding health and safety protocols, along with other back to school details. Please click the links below so you will be fully...
Guidelines for Colonial Schools and Offices for the 2021-22 School Year
COVID-19 Operations of Colonial Schools and Offices are guided by the recommendations and guidelines of the Center for Disease Control, Delaware Department of Education and Delaware Department of Public Health. Students and staff must wear a face covering until...
Back to School 2021
Information for back to school 2021
2021 School Year Update
An Update on the 2021 School Year including info on school supply lists
Covid 19 Update: August 2
August 2, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We learned that an individual at Pleasantville Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. This individual was last on campus Thursday, July 29th. This individual will not return to school until the isolation...
Covid Update: July 27
July 27, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We learned that an individual at Eisenberg Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. This individual was last on campus Monday, July 26th. This individual will not return to school until the isolation period...
Update on Student Chromebooks
An important update on student Chromebooks.
Who We Are – John Barr
> Back to Who We Are John Barr gets paid to do what he is passionate about--protecting students and staff in the Colonial School District. As a Security and Safety Specialist, Barr has many responsibilities, but chief among them is to provide a safe learning and...
Improving Student Social and Emotional Behavioral Health
On July 13, Lt. Governor Bethany Hall-Long lead a discussion around behavioral health initiatives and the expansion of social emotional learning for students in Delaware at William Penn.
Register for Kindergarten Today!
2021 school year begins August 30th. Register today!
Good News May 27
Colonial Clippings June 3rd
Boost ’22 Collaborative
Media Release Date : June 15, 2021 The superintendents of five New Castle County school districts (Brandywine, Christina, Colonial, New Castle County Vo-Tech, Red Clay) along with...
Juneteenth 2021
In recognition of Juneteenth, CSD schools & offices closed on Friday June 18
WE Feed This Summer!
Because our families asked, Colonial Nutrition Services will continue our successful delivery meal service.
Dates: Monday, June 14th through Thursday, August 12, 2021!
Graduation Photos 2021
Photos from the June 2021 William Penn Graduation Ceremony
We Celebrate Pride Month
In honor of our students, staff, and community, the Colonial School District wants to celebrate Pride as a part of the Power of WE.
Schools and Offices Closed May 31st
The 2022 Teacher of the Year is . . .
Check out the video here
An update on protocols in Colonial
Dear Colonial Nation Families and Staff: Last week Governor Carney modified the State of Emergency to include eliminating social distancing and mask wearing in instances where fully vaccinated people are gathered. For clarity, The Colonial School District wants...
Masks Update
As per the most recent guidance of the CDC issued today, May 17th, and as allowed by Governor Carney’s guidance issued on Friday, Colonial’s COVID-19 Protocols will remain in effect until the end of the current school year. This includes the requirement that masks be...
Delaware School Climate Survey
WE want to hear from you about your child’s experiences in Colonial schools, and this is one way that you can share your voice.
CSD teachers named national finalists
Colonial Nation is proud to announce that the Delaware selection committee for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), has named two Colonial teachers as national finalists for this prestigious award! Erin Motley, a Science...
2021 District Virtual Music Showcase
Thursday, May 13th at 6pm
on colonialschooldistrict.org
COLONIAL CLIPPINGS MAY EDITION
May 6, 2021 School Calendar Dates to Remember Marking Period (MP) & Semester Dates • Prek & Elementary Semesters: End 6/11/21 • Middle School & High School Marking Periods: End 6/11/21 Happenings at CEEP Danny's Garden The staff and family of...
2021 CSD Art Show
The 2021 Virtual CSD Art Show
Dr. Susan Bunting visits Colonial
Yesterday, State Secretary of Education, Dr. Susan Bunting stopped by a few schools in Colonial to see how students were thriving in this new learning environment. She visited four schools: Leach, Colwyck, New Castle and Pleasantville. From learning about vocational...
Register for Chinese Immersion today
Kindergarten and First grade students can learn Chinese!
Power of We Saves Pokemon fan
When a student at Pleasantville Elementary told his teachers he was a fan of Pokemon, they knew it was no joke. His prize collection of cards was something he talked about often. That’s why when the student’s cards were lost, the Power of We kicked into high gear....
Covid Update: April 26th, 2021
April 26, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that individuals at the following Colonial Schools are positive for COVID-19: • New Castle Elementary School (2): Individuals were last on campus Monday,April 26th • Southern Elementary School (1):...
Statement on the Events of April 20th, 2021
The jury has spoken in the Derek Chauvin murder trial, and the Colonial School District (CSD) sends its support to the grieving family of George Floyd and to millions around the world who watched this disturbing case unfold since May 25, 2020. Today’s guilty verdict...
School Board Elections 2021
Tuesday May 11, 2021: polls open at 7 am and close at 8 pm
Covid Update: April 16
April 16, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that individuals at the following Colonial Schools have tested positive for COVID-19: Wilbur Elementary School (6): Last known date of a positive COVDI-19 case on campus was Thursday, April 15th ...
2021 ArtCSD Virtual Showcase
Welcome to the Colonial School District’s Art Celebration! Every spring, the Colonial School District showcases the creativity of both Colonial Art teachers and students through the Annual Art Show. The Colonial Art Show has become a valuable tradition for our...
Nominate our next Educational Support Professional of the Year!
All students will participate in virtual learning on Monday, April 12th
Welcome back Colonial Nation! We hope that each of you has a restful and relaxing spring break. As a friendly reminder, all students will participate in virtual learning on Monday, April 12th. Face to face learning will resume on Tuesday, April 13th. We continue to...
Colonial Clippings -April 1
All classes held virtually Monday, April 12th
The District Leadership and COVID-19 advisory team have determined that all classes will be held virtually Monday, April 12th.
Colonial Statement on the events of March 16, 2021
This week our nation has again been rocked by violence and innocent people of color have lost their lives. Once again, we as Americans must question how much institutional racism played a part in what occurred in Atlanta.
COVID 19 Update – March 15
March 15, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that individuals associated with the following Colonial Schools have tested positive for COVID-19: Castle Hills Elementary School, McCullough Middle School and William Penn High School (1): Individual...
WE Celebrate: Dr. LaVerne Harmon
Dr. LaVerne Harmon became President of Wilmington University in July of 2017 after being unanimously approved by its Board of Trustees. She is the first African-American woman to be named the president of a college or university in Delaware. Dr. Harmon holds a...
Special COVID meal distribution event
On Wednesday, March 31st, Colonial Nutrition Services is offering a special COVID meal distribution.
Colonial Clippings: March 4, 2021
WE Celebrate: Women’s History Month
A celebration of the incredible women who have made an impact in Colonial and our community.
A Tinkering Teacher Helps His Special Needs Students Have Fun
New Castle, DE- When Frank Hughes isn’t teaching physical education to his students at John G. Leach School, a school for students who have physical disabilities, moderate to severe cognitive disabilities, or serious health impairments, he can usually be found...
WE Celebrate – Bob Marley
Ya Man! Reggae Singer Bob Marley once lived in Wilmington with his mother on Tatnall Street who ran the “Roots” Jamaican music shop on Market Street. Today, a park at 24th and Tatnall is called “One Love Park” in his honor. Outside of Jamaica, Wilmington is said to...
Covid 19 Update: February 22
February 22, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that individuals at the following Colonial Schools have tested positive for COVID-19: Southern Elementary School (1): Individual was last on campus Wednesday, February 17th New Castle Elementary...
Weather Update: February 19th
Due to continued inclement weather and forecasted icy conditions, all Colonial students Pre-K to 12 will attend virtual classes tomorrow, Friday, February 19th.
Weather Update: 2/18
Due to forecasted inclement weather, all Colonial students Pre-K to 12 will attend virtual classes today, Thursday, February 18th, on a delayed start.
Weather Update: February 11th
Due to inclement weather, Colonial will have a one hour delayed start and hold all classes for grades Prek-12 virtually today, Thursday February 11th.
Nominate our next Teacher of the Year
Nominate our next Teacher of the Year!
Do you know a classroom teacher who is dedicated, inspiring, and making a difference?
We’ve got some good news
The keys to teaching virtual kindergarten? Good planning and puppets … lots of puppets
The organized chaos begins promptly at 8:45 a.m. One by one, faces start to fill the tiny black Zoom boxes. Grins with gaping holes left behind by newly lost teeth light up the screen. Parents and siblings move in and out of webcam frames. “Good morning, Mr. P,”...
Colonial Clippings – February 4th
