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Highlander Happenings

April 17, 2025

HighlanderHappeningsApril 17, 2025

Thomas McKean High School Thomas McKean High School

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Principal's Corner

McKean School Community,


I am always proud of our students but the last couple of weeks especially there have been events that brought our students' accomplishments to the forefront. On April 7th two of our students, Cori Nalepa and Bryan Ruiz were recognized by Secretary of Education Cindy Marten along with 94 other public school students from the Class of 2025 as Secretary of Education Scholars. “These students are leaders in and out of the classroom,” Marten said. “They are excelling -- often in college-level courses -- while leading school clubs, musical ensembles, sports teams, and community service projects. They balance their studies while working part-time and volunteering in their communities.

On Friday, April 11th two of our other seniors Ma'zzine Thomas and Brandon Rogers were finalists for the Delaware Youth of the Year award for the Boys and Girls Club. Both students did an amazing job last night. In the end, Ma'zzine was the state runner-up and Brandon is the 2025 Delaware Youth of the Year playing at least two Varsity sports. Great job!


Finally, as we head into the Easter holiday and Spring Break, I want to extend my warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. This season is a time of renewal, hope, and togetherness—values that reflect the heart of our school community. Thank you for your continued support and partnership. I look forward to seeing everyone back refreshed and ready for the final stretch of the school year.


We A.R.E McKean!

- Mr. Worlds - Mr. Worlds

Important Dates Important Dates

2024-25 Academic Calendar
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Class Advisor Information Class Advisor Information

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Class of 2025

Senior Dues $50

Dues need to be paid for students to attend prom, their senior class trip, and/or participate in graduation. Dues can be paid to Ms. Bianco in the main office. Time to order your cap and gown. See info below

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Class of 2026

Junior Dues $30

Dues need to be paid for students to attend prom, their senior class trip, and/or participate in graduation. Dues can be paid to Ms. Bianco in the main office.

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Class of 2027

Welcome to Sophomore Year

See Ms. E Carroll for Class of 2027 Information

Order Your Cap and Gown

Counselor's Update Counselor's Update

Annual Decision Day Celebration

McKean is excited to celebrate all the seniors who will be attending a college, university, trade school, or certification program next fall. We will be holding our annual decision day celebration on Thursday May 1st at 1:15pm in the cafeteria. Any senior who would like to attend, must sign-up on Schoology in their Class of 2025 course (or through the link below) in order to participate. The last day to register is April 28th. Please see Ms. Davis or your school counselor with any questions.

Decision Day Registration Week

Academic Updates Academic Updates

River Nalepa and Bryan Ruiz represented McKean for the Secretary of Education scholars 2025

STUDENTS NAMED 2025 SECRETARY OF EDUCATION SCHOLARS

Secretary of Education Cindy Marten has recognized 96 public school students from the Class of 2025 as Secretary of Education Scholars.

Gov. Matt Meyer and other state leaders joined Marten last night to celebrate the students during a dinner in Dover.

“These students are leaders in and out of the classroom,” Marten said. “They are excelling -- often in college-level courses -- while leading school clubs, musical ensembles, sports teams and community service projects. They balance their studies while working part-time and volunteering in their communities. I was inspired by each and every one of them last night. I especially loved hearing their self-reflections on what inspired their success, which often pointed to the family members, educators and peers who supported them.”

Check out this video showcasing the students and their self-reflections.

Congratulations on your Spring 2025 Vocabulary Bowl victory! Your encouragement and motivation impelled your students to master 852 words!


You and your students have earned custom awards to commemorate your win!


Thomas McKean High School: Delaware State High School Champion Banner

Susan Dilworth: Top Delaware State High School Teacher Plaque

2025 Delaware Youth of the Year

Two McKean students, Ma'zzine Thomas and Brandon Rogers were finalist for the Delaware Youth of the Year award for the Boys and Girls Club. Both students did an amazing job last night. At the end, Ma'zzine was the state runner up and Brandon is the 2025 Delaware Youth of the Year.

Career Pathway Spotlights Career Pathway Spotlights

Plant Science Spotlight

50th McKean Plant Sale!

Engineering Technology Spotlight

Please congratulate

Liam Schmidt for a 1st place finish in Flight Endurance

Dan Bennett for 2nd place

Ulises Navarrete for a 3rd place

Highlander Athletics Highlander Athletics

Highlander Athletics Website

Spring Sports 2025

Highlanders,

  • Baseball - Jaxon Brown
  • Softball - Jourdan Zickgraf
  • Boys Track & Field - Lakayla Williams
  • Girls Track & Field - Shakir Ali
  • Unified Track - Grace Guillebeau
  • Golf - Mike Freccia
  • Girls Soccer - Emily Carroll
  • Tennis - Ray Smith
  • Boys Volleyball - Brian Starrett
  • Boys Lacrosse - Nick Dorda

School Resources and Upcoming Events School Resources and Upcoming Events

McKean School Store
Buy Your McKean Yearbook Here
List of all after school clubs

Highlander Highlights Highlander Highlights

Past Highlander Happenings Past Highlander Happenings

School Year 2024-25
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