McCullough Family Update

Good Evening Mustang Families,

We are excited to welcome our Mustang families to the 2026–2027 school year! Our McCullough team has been working hard to prepare for an amazing year of learning, growth, and connection.On Monday, August 31st, we will welcome our 6th-grade students only for their first day of middle school. On Tuesday, September 1st, our 7th- and 8th-grade students will join them, and our entire Mustang family will officially be back together!

This year, we are committed to being Champions for Every Student and creating a school community where every student feels supported, challenged, and inspired to succeed. Please review this Family Update for important information to help your family prepare for a successful start.

First Day of School Signs

As part of celebrating the start of a new year, we encourage all students and staff to take their First Day of School pictures using the signs linked below. It’s a fun way to capture this special milestone!

6th Grade First Day

7th Grade First Day

8th Grade First Day

We look forward to a wonderful year of learning and growth together! Please be sure to review the update below for important information for this week.

Week of 8/31 Exploratory Schedule

Monday, August 31st: A & B Day (6th Grade ONLY---students will attend their A & B Day Exploratory Classes on the first day)
Tuesday, September 1st: A Day (ALL Students Attend School)
Wednesday, September 2nd: B Day
Thursday, September 3rd: A Day
Friday, September 4th: No School

First Day Logistics

As a reminder, our doors open at 7:55 AM for students, advisory meetings in homeroom will begin at 8:15am. Students are considered late if they arrive after 8:15am. 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. Please be sure to review our car rider norms below if you will be dropping your student off or picking your student up.

Transportation & Dismissal Information

One of the most important things your child should know when they arrive at school is how they will be going home at the end of the day. Please review your child’s transportation information in Infinite Campus and make sure they know their bus number or whether they are a walker or car rider.

Taking a few moments to review this information with your child before school will help us ensure a safe, smooth, and organized dismissal. If you have any questions about your child’s transportation information, please reach out to the main office, and one of our secretaries will be happy to assist you.

Fall Sports Tryouts

We’re excited to kick off the fall sports season! Tryouts for cheerleading, soccer, and field hockey will begin very soon. Please be sure to review the Athletics section of this newsletter for detailed information on tryout dates, times, and requirements.

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

Sincerely,

Mrs. Hyacinth Lewis, Principal

Remember to Create Your Infinite Campus Parent Account

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

Cell Phone Policy

Car Line Procedures

Student Council Updates

Upcoming Events

8/31/2026: First Day of School - 6th Grade ONLY
9/1/2026: ALL Students Attend School
9/2/2026: Fall Sports Interest Meeting
9/4/2026: Schools Closed (Offices Open)
9/7/2026: Labor Day (Schools & Offices Closed)
9/9/2026 - 9/11/2026: Field Hockey & Soccer Tryouts
9/15/2026: Staff Professional Development (School Closed)
9/16/2026: Fall Sports Practices Begin
9/17/2026: McCullough's Open House & Got Goals Parent Meeting

Middle School Suggested School Supplies

McCullough Wellness Center

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!

McCullough Wellness Center Enrollment (click here)

McCullough Athletics

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.

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

Soccer

September 9: 7th and 8th Grade students only
September 10: 6th Grade students only
September 11: Call-back list students only

Field Hockey

September 9–11: All grade levels

Cheerleading

September 16–17: All grade levels
Students interested in participating on the cheerleading team must complete and return the Cheerleading Application Form.

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

Standing Reminders

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

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

7th Grade Admin: Kisa Parker-Ward 7th Grade Counselor: Kahlil Fitzpatrick

8th Grade Admin: Nicole Sumner 8th Grade Counselor: Tonya Bailey-Smiley

Student Arrival Reminders

As a reminder, our doors open at 7:55 AM for students, advisory meetings in homeroom will begin at 8:15am. Students are considered late if they arrive after 8:15am. 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...

Pull up in single line along the curb
Pull you car up as far as you can
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: