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Highlander Happenings

March 21, 2025

HighlanderHappeningsMarch 21, 2025

Thomas McKean High School Thomas McKean High School

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Principal's Corner

McKean School Community,


I hope that you and your family are well and looking forward to the beginning of Spring! However, this can be a trap for some students as it tends to bring on the ever-dangerous “spring fever,” causing students to slip in their schoolwork. As we look forward to the warmer weather and increased daylight, it's important for students to remember that the remaining days of school can move quickly, so avoid taking any day for granted.


This week, our counseling team began scheduling for the 2025-26 school year, using teacher recommendations and student course selections. Please take the time to discuss your child's schedule with them and if you have any other questions, please reach out to their counselor.


As we have shared, we encourage and expect that students treat each other with empathy, respect, compassion, and kindness. With that being said, don't forget to "Rock Your Socks" on March 21st for World Down Syndrome Day!

We A.R.E McKean!

- Mr. Worlds - Mr. Worlds

The theme of Women's History Month 2025 is “Moving Forward Together,” highlighting educators, mentors, and leaders who shape our values and inspire future generations. Too often, women are left at the margins and their critical contributions to art, science, culture, and progress go unrecognized.

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Family Feedback Family Feedback

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We are asking you to complete a survey to help us learn what parents and guardians think about McKean High School. Your thoughts and opinions are very important. Through this survey, we will use your experiences and opinions to help us build on our strengths and work to make improvements.

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Le estamos pidiendo a usted que complete una encuesta sobre McKean High School para que nos ayude a saber que piensan los padres, madres y guardianes sobre nuestra escuela. Sus pensamientos e ideas son muy importantes. A través de esta encuesta, utilizaremos sus experiencias y opiniones para ayudarnos a desarrollar las áreas en buen funcionamiento y trabajar para mejor las débiles.
To access the HOME version of the DE School Climate Survey in ENGLISH
Para acceder a la versión HOME de la Encuesta Clima Escolar de Delaware

Important Dates Important Dates

2024-25 Academic Calendar

Highlander Counselors Updates Highlander Counselors Updates

Link to Attend this FAFSA Event

PTO Updates PTO Updates

Join us for a fun-filled evening in support of our McKean PTO! Our special event on April 9th will be at Anthony’s Pizza and Cork & Barrel in Pike Creek. Portion of the proceeds will go directly to benefit our school programs and activities. Come out, tip big, and make a difference!

PTO Note

McKean High School Parents and Guardians,

As we continue working to support our students, teachers, and school community, we are seeking new officers to join the McKean High School Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO).

The PTO plays a vital role in organizing events, fundraising, and enhancing our students' educational experience. To keep this momentum going, we need dedicated parents like you to step up and help lead the way. Open positions for next year include:

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer

No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to contribute and make a difference! If you are interested or would like more information, please email Thomas McKean PTO mckeanpto@gmail.com or join us at our next PTO meeting on Wednesday, 3/26 at 6:00

in the school library.


Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to working together to make McKean High School the best it can be!

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

Teacher of the Year Teacher of the Year

We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Ray Rocha (MLL Teacher) has been selected as

McKean’s Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026!


With unwavering dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence, Mr. Rocha has gone above and beyond to inspire students and create a positive impact in our school community. His innovative teaching, kindness, and leadership have made a lasting difference in the lives of so many McKean Students.

Please join us in congratulating Mr. Rocha on this well-deserved honor!

Academic Updates Academic Updates

AVID Corner! AVID Corner!

McKean AVID Superstars!

YES Conference

On February 28th Thomas McKean students attended the YES Conference (Youth Environmental Summit) at the Chase Center on the Riverfront. A graduate from Thomas McKean was also a keynote speaker.

Highlander Athletics Highlander Athletics

Congrats to seniors, Brandon Rogers and Lenar Anderson on making @delawareonline Final Top 63 player rankings. #ItsAGreatDayToBeAHighlander

Highlander Athletics Website

Spring Sports 2025

Highlanders,


Spring sports have officially started! There's still a chance to join—don't miss out!


Monday, March 3rd
- Spring Sports Practice Start Date

Monday, March 24th- Spring Sports Competition Start Date


  • 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


All Athletes playing a spring sport must have the following to participate in Spring Athletics:

  • DIAA physical DIAA Physical Form
  • Academically Eligible: All Incoming 9th, 10th and 11th grade students need to have 5 passing classes with 2 being majors (Math, Science, Social Studies, English or a Foreign Language) based on their first marking period report card.
  • Register on Family ID Family ID Link
  • Students must sign McKean Sportsmanship contract (Students will complete at the start of the regular school year)

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

Zoo Field Trip

Biology and Earth Science/ Astronomy Classes took a trip to the Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington D.C. thank you Ms. Carroll and Ms Wile! .

Phelan Lucky at McKean!

Buddy Ball

Friendship Balls are yearly dances held by local Best Buddies branches across the country, sought to provide participants with IDD of all ages a memorable night of dancing, singing and friendship

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