Tiger Families,

And just like that, it’s March!

As we flip the calendar to March, I want to welcome you to the start of spring here at Alexis I. duPont High School! The weather is slowly warming up, the days are getting longer, and there is a renewed energy in the air.

This month brings opportunities for growth, learning, and community building. Our students have been working hard and will have the chance to showcase their work and projects they have been developing in class. We also have several exciting events happening this spring so be sure to continuously check the upcoming events section below.

I wish you a happy and healthy March. Let's make the most of this transitional season together.

In an effort to improve our disciplinary practices, we want to gather feedback from our school community on the current use and effectiveness of suspensions in our school. Your responses will help us understand how suspensions are perceived and their impact on students, teachers, and the school community. If you’re interested in providing feedback, please utilize this survey link to share information.

This survey aims to gather feedback on the use and effectiveness of out-of-school suspensions (OSS) in schools. Your responses will help us understand how OSS are perceived and their impact on students, teachers, and the school community. /Esta encuesta tiene como objetivo recopilar información sobre el uso y la efectividad de las suspensiones extraescolares (OSS: out-of-school suspension) en las escuelas. Sus respuestas nos ayudarán a entender cómo se percibe el OSS y su impacto en los estudiantes, los maestros y la comunidad escolar.

Click on the Link to provide us with your feedback.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScC_wpOKOmFVlABMVfPnCOXQubjc2n4vGpq18izwcX3r-Zm4w/viewform?usp=sharing

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all our students. As part of our ongoing efforts to promote awareness and prevention, our school will be conducting a mandatory program on sexual abuse awareness for all students. This program is designed to provide age-appropriate education on personal safety, boundaries, and how to seek help if needed.

The program will take place on Tuesday March 4th and participation is required for all students. If you have any questions or concerns or would like more details about the content, please feel free to contact us at 302.651.2626

Thank you for your support in creating a safe and informed school environment.

Here are a few key points to remember:

• Cell Phones /Cell Phone Accessories are Prohibited during Class: Cell phones/earbuds/headphones must be turned off or placed in silent mode and securely stored in your backpacks /pockets or designated areas during class time. Students will not be permitted to use/access phones/electronic devices/earbuds and/or headphones (outside of Chromebook) in classrooms for any reason. (a classroom is designated as any space used for the delivery of instruction is i.e., gym, library, athletic fields, weight room, tech labs, nurse’s office)

• Students may use their cell phones/electronic devices/earbuds/headphones during transition times in the hallways, cafeteria and restrooms. For safety reasons, we recommend students access only one ear bud at any time.

• Students with an immediate need to contact a parent or guardian may request permission to access phone in a private area such as an administrators/school counselor’s office.

• Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Please contact AIHS Main Office is there is an urgent need to contact your child during the instructional day.

• Students may not use their cell phones/electronic devices to take pictures or video of other students, teachers, administrators without their expressed written permission.

It's that time of the year again. Spring is around the corner, and that means it's time for the start getting ready for our spring sports season! We are excited to get back outside soon on the fields, courts, and tracks for another great season!

Monday, March 24th- Spring Sports Competition Start Date

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

This weekend is AIHS clean up. We are in need of supplies. If you would be interested in helping clean up and also able to donate supplies.

We have some exciting Esports news!

REMINDER: DSEL Rocket League Championship – Tomorrow!

Date: March 15, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: DSU Recreation and Wellness Center’s Esports Lounge
1200 N DuPont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901

Our Tigers are ready to take on Howard Technical High School, St. George’s Vo-Tech, and Delcastle Technical High School in a battle for the championship! If you can, come out and support our team as they compete for the title!

NEW ANNOUNCEMENT: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Championship!

We’re thrilled to announce that our team will also be competing in the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Championship as part of the Delaware Scholastic Esports League (DSEL) and WilmU Esports!

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM

Location: WilmU Esports Arena & Varsalona Hall at Wilmington University School of Law

Livestream: Watch on Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/wilmu_esports/)

This is an incredible opportunity for our players to showcase their skills on a statewide stage. Let’s rally behind them and show our support as they battle for the championship!

Thank you for supporting our Esports program and our amazing students. Let’s bring home the championships!

Wear your green for St. Patrick's Day!!

🎭 Important Dates

• Tech Week: March 17th – 21st. Full Cast 5:30 - 9pm all week

• Show Week: March 24th – 29th Full Cast 2:30 - 6pm Mon-Wends

• Show Dates: March 27th & 28th at 7pm & March 29th at 1pm & 7pm

Please join us! Tickets for sale at door ONLY. $10 General Admission, $5 Student Age/ AIHS Staff

🎁 Amazon Wish List

If you'd like to contribute supplies, we've created an Amazon Wish List with needed items. Any donation is greatly appreciated!

🤝 Volunteer Sign-Ups

The gift of time is also needed: we need helping hands during Show Week! Sign up here:

Volunteer Sign-Up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4DADA929AAFE3-55719463-aihs

🍽 Provide Dinner for Cast & Crew

With long rehearsal days ahead, we are looking for volunteers to help provide dinner for 35-40 students during Tech Week. If you're able to contribute, please sign up here:

Dinner Sign-Up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4DADA929AAFE3-55719463-aihs

Prom Tickets will go on sale March 14th. Tickets will only be sold during 6th period. Come to room 136 to purchase tickets. Tickets are $80. After April 3rd tickets price will is $90. Get your tickets early.

Pick up your guest forms in Guidance starting March 10th. Forms must be returned to an admin to sign prior to purchase your tickets.

The Waterfall Banquet Hall 3416 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703

School counselors will be meeting with all 9th-11th graders through their English classes in March to discuss course requests for 2025-2026. Course selection presentations were shared in their English classes:

Course Selection Information for rising 10th graders: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Lx7BoWMgtjpvAF9FUGu7qChe2W3NZTVvOnsPonulFK8/edit?usp=sharing

Course Selection Information for rising 11th graders: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/154v3blesTvFGtd5snW3pAw4Wn3vt6xeUVa3Evungkn4/edit?usp=sharing

Course Selection Information for rising 12th graders: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EXd1ZyvQArwWwyugHH2tLaI40LSUsT5ekfhcJUB47XA/edit?usp=sharing

These presentations are also available in the students’ Class Schoology courses in the “Course Selection Information” folder under the Materials tab.

Here is a link to the 2025-2026 AIHS Course Selection Guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fBTyzZIQktzgpE9-QJXRHWPkAIuL3q3AmPYKU2O1xvI/edit?usp=sharing

We will offer the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) tests here at AIHS Library on April 9, 2025 form 7:30- 11:30 a.m.

Interested students should visit the QR code on the attached flyer to register.

Senior Class Advisor: Ms. Christine Floyd

Seniors, please discuss with your parent/guardian regarding how you would like your name to appear on your diploma and then please complete the attached google form to share exactly how you would like your name printed on your diploma. Deadline to submit form: Friday, March 14, 2025.

By being mindful and proactive, We have created an environment where students observing Ramadan will feel supported, respected, and included. Any students that have any questions please be sure to communicate with Staff or Admin.

• March 14th-Prom Tickets on sale during 6th pd only
• March 28th- End of the 3rd Marking Period
• March 31st- No School (Grading Day)
• April 18-25-Spring Break-No School
• May 9th-Prom 6:00pm-10pm The Waterfall

Tyler Downes

302-651-2626

email: tylert.downes@redclay.k12.de.us

Shavonne Carter

Assistant Principal

302-651-2626

email: shavonne.carter@redclay.k12.de.us

Steven Morris

Assistant Principal

302-651-2626

email: steven.morris@redclay.k12.de.us