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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?
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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
Stay up to Date with Coronavirus Information
Colonial Schools Update for February 3rd
Wednesday, February 3rd all schools in the Colonial School district will return to a normal schedule.
We Celebrate Black History Month 2021
Daily posts in celebration of Black History Month as Colonial Nation recognizes the contributions of African Americans from our district, state, and country.
February 2: ALL students attend classes virtually via Zoom
Teachers will share information with students and families with directions on how to attend class. All CSD staff will work from home. No remote meals will be provided, and there will be NO athletics.
Information for William Penn In-Person Learning
Covid 19 Update: January 28th
January 28, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We have learned that an individual at Carrie Downie Elementary School is presumed positive for COVID-19 . This individual was last on campus on Wednesday, January 27th. This individual will not return to school...
Tiana Sirmans Featured on 6ABC…Again!
Pleasantville fifth-grader Tiana Sirmans was featured in an Action News story because she has big ideas for President Biden. Click the arrow to view yet another story about Colonial’s youngest go-getter!...
Good News: January 26th
WE’ve got some good news! Check out the latest edition of our Good “News”letter
Colonial Clippings January 14
Staff Development Day
January 15th: Self-paced remote learning for students
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 18, 2021 – Schools and Offices Closed
Covid 19 Update: January 13, 2021
January 13, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We recently learned that an individual associated with William Penn High School is presumed positive for COVID-19 and was last in the building on Monday, January 11th. This individual will not return to school...
January 2021 Board of Education Meeting
Good News – January 12th
Governor John Carney launches a new school-focused COVID-19 dashboard
On Tuesday, Governor John Carney and the Division of Public Health have launched a new school-focused COVID-19 dashboard that will replace the color-coded data dashboard that Delawareans viewed for monitoring school-related community spread (green-minimal, yellow-minimal to moderate, red, significant) of the virus.
Statement on the events of 1/6/2021
Historic events continue to unfold in alarming and troubling ways and this was no exception.
Colonial Clippings – January 7th
In this week’s edition of Colonial Clippings . . . .
– An update on safe return to schools
– Colonial’s response to the attack on the Capitol
– Calendar Dates to Remember
– School Updates
And More!
Click here to read all about it.
Remote Learning Resumes – January 4th
We look forward to kicking off 2021 with more great remote learning experiences!
A Special visit from Santa Zimm, Mrs. Clause and some CSD Elves
As students across the Colonial Nation wrapped up the week heading toward winter break, some classrooms got a special visit from some holiday icons on Friday. But these weren’t just any icons, these jolly elves looked an awful lot like some WPHS staff. Deputy...
Covid Update – December 18th
December 18, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We recently learned that two individuals associated with our schools have tested positive for COVID-19 and were in the building when students were present. - George Read Middle School: This individual was last in...
Colonial Clippings – December 16th
An update on safe return to schools, highlighting some student artists and some staff who give all they can in this edition of Clippings
An Update on Safe Return to Schools – Current Status 2021
An update from Superintendent Jeffrey Menzer about January 2021 school reopening
Board of Education Gets a New Member
The CSD Board of Education now has a student rep. Sheyenne Faircloth, a jr at William Penn, is now on the board.
Colonial Clippings: December 10th
Colonial Clippings: December 10th
A recap of the board meeting, the Board of Education Gets a New Member, and an astounding presentation from the WP Music
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December 8th Board of Education Meeting
Watch it here
Update on Safe Return to Schools for December
An Update on the safe return to schools for December 2020-January 2021
Good News: December 1st
Good ” News” letter for December 1st:
• Vitelli Wins Again!
• It Pays to be at Pleasantville
and much more!
Covid 19 Update: November 30
November 30, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: We recently learned that in addition to a case reported on November 17th, another individual associated with Gunning Bedford Middle School, Southern Elementary and Colwyck Early Education Program has tested...
FREE COVID Testing Event: 12/1
Location: William Penn parking lot
Date and Time: December 1 from 2:30-7:00 pm
Covid 19 Update: November 23
November 23, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: Today we learned that an individual at Southern Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19 . The individual was last in the building on Monday, November 16th. This individual will not return to school...
Reminder for the Week of 11/23
• November 23-24: Conferences available for all students (must schedule with the teacher) All students are doing Self-paced Online Learning Days (Asynchronous Learning) for students No Teacher Zooms • November 25, 26, 27: Schools and Offices Closed for Thanksgiving...
Covid 19 Update: November 20
November 20, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Students: In addition to the case reported on November 17th at William Penn High School, we have learned that another individual has tested positive for COVID-19. This individual was last on campus Tuesday, November 17th....
Choose Colonial!
School Choice ends January 13th! Choose Colonial for a truly wonderful experience for your child!