McCullough Family Update

Good Evening Mustang Families,

I hope that you all had a restful and enjoyable Spring Break! We are excited to welcome our students back and jump into the final stretch of the school year. As we return, we will be focusing on reestablishing strong routines and maintaining momentum as we head into the 4th marking period. This is an important time for students to stay engaged, complete assignments, and continue demonstrating their learning each day.

As a reminder, tomorrow is McCullough Monday, and we encourage all students and staff to show their Mustang pride by wearing their McCullough gear or school colors! We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting your child’s success as we finish the year strong—let’s make it a great week, Mustangs!

Week of 4/13 Exploratory Schedule

Monday, April 13th: A Day
Tuesday, April 14th: B Day
Wednesday, April 15th: A Day
Thursday, April 16th: B Day
Friday, April 17th: A Day

3rd Marking Period Honor Roll Recognition

Our 3rd Marking Period Honor Roll Assembly will be held this Friday, April 17th at 8:30 a.m. Families of eligible students have been notified via email. Please plan to arrive on time, as the assembly will last approximately 20–30 minutes. We look forward to celebrating the hard work and achievements of our Mustangs!

Family School Climate Survey

At McCullough Middle School, we value family voice and invite you to complete the Delaware School Climate Survey. This 15-minute, anonymous survey can be completed on any device and helps us strengthen our school community. If you have multiple children, please respond with one child in mind. The deadline to complete the survey has been extended to April 12, 2026, so today is the final day—your feedback makes a difference!

English School Climate Survey (click link)

Spanish School Climate Survey (click link)

Project Adam Safety Drill This Week

Over the past year, our staff at McCullough Middle School has been working diligently to become a Project ADAM school. Project ADAM is a nationally recognized program focused on preventing sudden cardiac arrest in schools through education, preparedness, and response planning.

As part of this work, our team has been trained in emergency response protocols, and we have developed a comprehensive cardiac emergency plan to ensure the safety of all students, staff, and visitors. This week, we will be conducting a Project ADAM drill while students are in the building as our final step in the certification process.

Becoming a Project ADAM school reflects our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe and prepared learning environment for our entire Mustang community.

College & Career Week @ McCullough

At McCullough Middle School, we are excited to celebrate College and Career Week! Throughout the week, each grade level will participate in activities designed to encourage students to explore their interests, think about their future goals, and learn more about college and career pathways.

For grade-level specific information, please reach out to your child’s grade level counselor. Be sure to also check out the Spirit Week details below and join us in celebrating all week long!

Parent Chaperones Needed

Our grade levels have begun sharing information about end-of-year trips in their grade-level newsletters. These experiences are a meaningful way to celebrate a successful school year, and we hope families will consider supporting as chaperones. If you are available and interested in chaperoning, please be sure to complete the volunteer clearance form using the provided link and reach out to your grade-level administrator for more information.

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

Capture the Memories—McCullough Yearbooks Are On Sale!

The 2025–2026 school year is one to remember—don’t miss your chance to take those moments home! Yearbooks are now available for $25.

Order online by scanning the QR code or clicking the link: https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp...
Or submit your order form and payment to Ms. Rudolph or Ms. Parker
Deadline: April 25th

Supplies are limited—secure your copy today and celebrate a year full of Mustang pride!

We are excited to share the attached flyer from Junior Achievement, who is currently seeking additional volunteers for our upcoming 6th Grade Career Day on April 16th, as well as for future opportunities. This is a wonderful way for families and community members to engage with our students by sharing their career experiences, insights, and expertise.

If you are interested in participating, please scan the QR code on the flyer and be sure to indicate that you would like to support McCullough specifically. Your involvement helps make these experiences meaningful and impactful for our students!

Click the Calendar Image for Family Google Calendar

4/15/2026 - Softball vs. Springer (A) @ 3:30pm
4/15/2026 - Baseball vs. St. Edmonds (A) @ 3:45pm
4/21/2026 - STEAM Showcase at WPHS 6pm-8pm
4/23/2026 - Fun City Fundraiser 5:00pm-8:00pm
4/24/2026 - Track, Baseball, & Softball vs. PS du Pont (A) @ 3:45pm
4/27/2026 - Baseball & Softball vs. ASPIRA (A) @ 3:30pm

We are excited to invite our McCullough families and community members to ParentCamp, a special evening designed to bring families, educators, and community partners together for meaningful conversations and connection.

ParentCamp is a unique event where kids play, adults connect, and everyone belongs. Families will have the opportunity to enjoy a free meal while participating in open discussion circles on topics such as:

- Healthy Ways to Deal with Frustration for Adults and Kids
- Transition Elementary/Middle/High and Pathways
- Teaching Students How to Advocate for Themselves
- Electronics and Technology

There are no formal presentations—just real conversations where every voice matters. Students can also enjoy Kids Club activities with games, crafts, and prizes while adults participate in discussions.

All attendees will also be entered to win a Delaware State Parks Pass!

We hope you will join us for this exciting opportunity to strengthen the connection between our families, school, and community. Please use the QR Code or Button to RSVP!

McCullough ParentCamp RSVP (Click Here)

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 Wellness Center Enrollment (click here)

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.

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...

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:

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: