McCullough Family Update
September 27, 2026
Good Evening Mustang Families,
We are excited to welcome our Mustangs back for another great week at McCullough! As we continue building momentum and moving deeper into the school year, we are proud to see our students becoming more confident in their routines, strengthening relationships, and continuing to grow as learners each day. Tomorrow is McCullough Monday, so we encourage all of our Mustangs to wear their favorite McCullough gear and start the week showing their Mustang pride!
This week, we encourage our students to continue making choices that reflect PRIDE, staying focused on their goals, and taking ownership of their success. Every day is another opportunity to learn, grow, and demonstrate what it means to be a Mustang.
Let’s have another amazing week as we continue to be Champions for Every Student! Please take a few moments to review this week’s Family Update for important information, reminders, and upcoming events happening at McCullough.
Week of 9/28 Exploratory Schedule
- Monday, September 28th: A Day
Tuesday, September 29th: B Day
Wednesday, September 30th: A Day
Thursday, October 1st: B Day
Friday, October 2nd: A Day
Picture Day is Thursday, October 1st!
Picture Day will be Thursday, October 1st. An order form should have come home with your student last week. If you would like to purchase pictures, please fill in the form and have the student bring it back on Picture Day. If you haven’t received the form, there are more in the main office. If you have any questions about Picture Day, please reach out to Ms. Sumner via phone or email. 302-429-4000 or nicole.sumner@colonial.k12.de.us
Backpack Program
At McCullough, we are committed to supporting our students both inside and outside of the classroom. Through our Weekend Backpack Program, participating students receive a bag of food items to take home each week to help provide additional support over the weekend. Families who would like their student to participate are encouraged to contact Mr. James Thomas, our Communities In Schools Site Coordinator, at James.Thomas@colonial.k12.de.us or 302-429-4000. Participation is confidential, and our goal is to ensure that every Mustang has the support they need to return to school each week ready to learn and thrive.
Save the Date: Back-to-School Skating Party!
McCullough Middle School families, save the date! Join us for a fun-filled Back-to-School Skating Party on Wednesday, October 7, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Christiana Skating Rink. Come out and enjoy an evening of skating, music, and Mustang fun with our school community! Please see the flyer below for more details and mark your calendars—we hope to see our Mustangs there!
Join the McCullough Math League Team!
Does your student enjoy solving puzzles, challenging themselves, and a little friendly competition? McCullough Math League meets every Wednesday after school beginning September 30, and all grade levels are welcome! Permission slips are available outside Mrs. Hoffman’s classroom (Room 229). For more information, contact Mrs. Hoffman or Mrs. Szczesny. Please see the flyer below for more details!
Marking Period 1 Interim Grades
The Marking Period 1 interim window will close on Friday, October 2nd. Families should be on the lookout for their student’s interim grades to be posted in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal within the next week and a half. Once interim grades have been posted, we encourage families to review them with their student, celebrate areas of success, and identify any areas where additional focus or support may be needed. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress or grades, please reach out directly to your child’s teacher. We value the partnership between home and school as we work together to support the success of every Mustang!
Let's have an amazing week as a school community, and remember MUSTANGS RUN TOGETHER!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Hyacinth Lewis, Principal
Families can access grades, attendance, transportation information, report cards, and more through the portal or mobile app. If you do not yet have an account, please use the information below to create your account.
For additional information or support with creating/accessing your account, please visit: https://form.jotform.com/252254619385059
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 resource that offers medical and mental health services right here at school with no out of pocket cost to you—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 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.
Summer Hours & Contact Information:
The Wellness Center will reopen on Monday, August 17th. Families can call 302-512-7500 over the summer to schedule appointments or ask questions. This is a great opportunity to ensure your child is supported both physically and emotionally throughout the school year. Don’t miss out—enroll today!
Athletic Participation Requirements
- All students interested in trying out for, participating in, or competing on an athletic team must have a completed DIAA Sports Physical on file with the school prior to participation. Sports Physicals can be competed at the McCullough Wellness Center if your student is enrolled.
- 2026-2027 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms Packet
- 2026-2027 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms (Spanish)
- 2026-2027 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms (Haitian Creole)
All students must adhere to the Colonial School District Student Code of Conduct policies and requirements regarding attendance, academics, and behavior set forth by McCullough Middle School in order to participate on an athletic team.
Fall Sports Information
Fall Sports Season is officially underway! We are excited to cheer on our Mustang student-athletes as they compete and represent McCullough with PRIDE throughout the season. We encourage our students, families, and staff to come out, fill the sidelines, and show their Mustang spirit by supporting our soccer, field hockey, and cheerleading teams at their upcoming events. Let’s make sure our student-athletes feel the support of the entire McCullough community all season long. Go Mustangs!
Practice Information
Practices are held directly after school from 2:50–4:25 p.m.
Students are expected to remain with their team coach for the entire duration of practice.
At the conclusion of practice, students will be dismissed in the following order:
Walkers
Car riders
Bus riders
After-School Bus Information
McCullough's after-school buses are neighborhood buses. This means students will be dropped off at their designated neighborhood stop listed in Infinite Campus. These buses do not provide door-to-door service.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to speak with their child in advance about how they will safely travel from the neighborhood drop-off location to their home
McCullough Middle School
Website: https://www.colonialschooldistrict.org/mccullough/
Location: 20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE, USA
Phone: 3024294000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McculloughCSD