McCullough Family Update

• Monday, May 18th: A Day

• Tuesday, May 19th B Day

• Wednesday, May 20th: A Day

• Thursday, May 21st: B Day

• Friday, May 22nd: A Day

Got Goals Parent Meeting & EOY Benchmarking

This week, students will participate in their end-of-year benchmark assessments for ELA and Math:

• May 19, 2026 – End-of-Year iReady Math Benchmark Assessment
• May 21, 2026 – End-of-Year STAR Reading Benchmark Assessment

Students have reviewed their data, set personal goals, and conferenced with their teachers to reflect on their growth and prepare for success. We are proud of the hard work and progress our Mustangs have made throughout the school year! To help students do their best on testing days, we encourage families to ensure students:

• Get a good night’s sleep
• Arrive to school on time
• Eat breakfast
• Maintain a positive mindset and give their best effort

Families are also invited to attend our end-of-year McCullough’s Got Goals Parent Meeting, where parents will have the opportunity to review their student’s assessment data, celebrate growth, and learn ways to continue supporting learning at home. Please see the flyer below for additional details and RSVP information.

Yearbook Update

Pre-sales for the 2025-2026 yearbook have officially closed, and we have 21 additional copies available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are interested in securing a copy, please submit your cash payment to Ms. Rudolph or Ms. Parker as soon as possible. Once these copies are gone, no additional yearbooks will be available. Yearbooks will be distributed upon their arrival to McCullough.

End of the Year Awards Assemblies

Families should continue to save the date for our upcoming end-of-year grade level awards assemblies as we look forward to celebrating the accomplishments and achievements of our Mustangs! Families will receive electronic and/or hard copy notification by the end of this week if their student will be receiving an award during the assemblies. Please be on the lookout for this important communication, which will include additional details regarding the event.

Mustangs Read Together

This will be the final week of Mustangs Read Together at McCullough! We are excited to see students and staff continuing to engage with The Crossover by Kwame Alexander through meaningful discussions, activities, and shared reading experiences during Advisory. This initiative is a wonderful opportunity to strengthen our school community through literacy, connection, and a love of reading. We encourage families to continue asking students about the book and the conversations taking place throughout the school day!

DIAA Sports Physicals – 2026–2027 School Year

Families of student-athletes, please note that a completed DIAA physical (dated on or after April 1, 2026) is required for participation in any sports or tryouts for the 2026–2027 school year. Registration is now open, and families are encouraged to complete this process early to ensure students are ready for upcoming athletic opportunities. Physicals can be completed through the Nemours School-Based Wellness Center at McCullough. Please see the flyer below for additional details, including how to register.

Reminder – Cellphone and Electronic Device Policy
We will be continuing with hallway sweeps for cellphones and electronic devices. Please remind your students of MCC’s cellphone policy: all phones and accessories should be stored away and not visible throughout the entire school day. Thank you for helping us maintain a focused and distraction-free learning environment.

Infinite Campus

If you are still experiencing issues accessing the Parent Infinite Campus Portal—or if, once logged in, you do not see all of your students—please use the link below to request assistance. Our team will work with you to make sure your account is updated and that you have full access to the information you need.

Infinite Campus Support Link (click here)

Let's have an amazing week as a school community, and remember MUSTANGS RUN TOGETHER!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Hyacinth Lewis, Principal

• 5/21/2026 - Spring Band & Chorus Concert @ 6:30pm

• 5/25/2026 - Schools & Offices Closed (Memorial Day)

• 5/26/2026 - McCullough’s Got Goals Parent Meeting @ 5:00pm

• 5/28/2026 - 7th Grade Awards Ceremony @ 11:00am

• 5/28/2026 - Sneaker Ball Dance at 6:00pm @ McCullough
• 5/29/2026 - 6th Grade Awards Ceremony @ 9:45am
• 6/1/2026 - 8th Grade Award Ceremony @ 10:00am
• 6/1/2026 - 8th Grade Formal at 6:30pm @ Executive Banquet Center
• 6/3/2026 - McCullough Fun Day (Rain Date is June 4th)
• 6/5/2026 - End of Marking Period 4
• 6/5/2026 - Last Student Day (Abbreviated Day--Breakfast & Lunch will not be served/Non Attendance Day)
• 6/5/2026 - William Penn Graduation

Reminder: Enroll in the Wellness Center Today!

We encourage all families to consider enrolling their child in our school-based Wellness Center! This is a valuable free resource that offers medical and mental health services right here at school—making it easier to support your child’s well-being without missing work or school.

Important Notes:

• Enrollment in the Wellness Center does not replace your primary care provider—it’s an added support.

• Services are available during the school day, and free of charge to enrolled students.

• Once enrolled, you can schedule appointments by phone and choose whether to:

• Attend in person

• Join via phone or video

• Allow your student to attend independently

How to Enroll:

• Option 1: Complete the electronic enrollment packet using the link below
  

• Option 2: Pick up a paper copy in the main office. Paper packets should be returned to the main office once completed.

McCullough offers DIAA sports teams during the fall, winter, and spring seasons. Please visit our athletics website (click link) to learn more about the sports that we offer.

Sports Requirements & Physicals

• Student athletes must maintain passing grades in all 4 year long classes (ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies).

• 2025-2026 DIAA Sports Physical Form (use this form if you are taking your child to their doctor for the physical.

• 2025-26 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms Packet
• 2025-26 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms (Spanish)
• 2025-26 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms (Haitian Creole)

After School Sports & Activities Reminders

• After-school Activities are from 3:00pm-4:30pm

• In order to participate in afterschool activities, a signed permission slip must be turned into the advisor/coach.

• After-school Transportation

• Car Rider

• Walker

• Bus (Only if you a current bus rider)

• After School Bus List (click link)

• The after-school bus stop is a designated location in the neighborhood

Administrator, Counselor & Secretary Contacts

We are here to support you and your student throughout the school year. Below are the names and contact emails for our grade-level administrators and counselors. If you ever have questions or concerns, these staff members are your go-to resources.

Principal: Hyacinth Lewis

Main Office Phone: 302-429-4000

Secretaries: Ms. Moore , Ms. Burg, & Ms. Churchill

6th Grade Admin: Aaron Lamb 6th Grade Counselor: Brittany Toler-McNeill

7th Grade Admin: Nicole Sumner 7th Grade Counselor: Tonya Bailey-Smiley

8th Grade Admin: John Sopkanich 8th Grade Counselor: Kahlil Fitzpatrick

Student Arrival Reminders

As a reminder, our doors open at 7:55 AM for students, advisory meetings in homeroom will begin at 8:15am and students are considered late if they arrive after 8:20am. All walkers and car riders will enter the building through the front door and buses will drop off and pick up in the rear of the building. In order to ensure that we have safe arrival and dismissal we are asking that parents dropping off students be sure to...

1. Pull up in single line along the curb
2. Pull you car up as far as you can
3. Be sure that your student is ready to promptly exit your vehicle in order to keep the line moving (arrival only)

Infinite Campus Parent Accounts

This school year, Infinite Campus will replace Home Access Center (HAC). This user-friendly platform makes it easier than ever to stay connected to your child’s education—anytime, anywhere.

With Infinite Campus, families can:

• View class schedules

• Monitor attendance

• Access transportation details

• For grades 6–12: see grades, assignments, and report cards—all in one place

Infinite Campus is available on both desktop and mobile devices. Step-by-step login instructions and family guides will be shared to help ensure a smooth transition. As soon as you receive the electronic notification to set up your Infinite Campus Parent Account, please log in and:

1. Check your contact information and update if needed.

2. Add emergency contacts.

Website: https://www.colonialschooldistrict.org/mccullough/
Location: 20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE, USA
Phone: 3024294000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McculloughCSD