Back to School 2026 Update

Noreen Lasorsa will be supporting our administrative team while Dr. Ellison and Kathie Mattix are out on leave. Kathie Mattix will be out on leave until mid-Septemeber. Any questions for Mrs. Mattix or Dr. Ellison can be directed to Kerry Yount at kerry.yount@redclay.k12.de.us or 302-454-3400 and she will connect you with a member of our team to assist you.

The majority of students attending the Meadowood Program qualify for 12 month programming, therefore, all Meadowood students will start school on

Monday, August 31st this school year.

Family Walk-Throughs-Meet the Teacher Night

We are excited to welcome families back to our schools! Please see the dates and times below for Meadowood Program families.

Wednesday, August 26

HB Middle School

• 5:00–5:45 PM: Last names A–L

• 6:00–6:45 PM: Last names M–Z

• All Meadowood Program students will have their schedules available in the gym.

• Families have the flexibility to attend during either time slot, regardless of the first letter of their last name.

McKean High School

• 4:30–6:30 PM

• This event is intended primarily for 9th graders and new 10th–12th graders. However, all Meadowood Program families are welcome to attend.

Thursday, August 27

Forest Oak Elementary

• 3:30–5:30 PM

Meadowood Transition Program (MTP)

• 2:30–3:30 PM

Early Entry for Meadowood Program Families

Families of students in the Meadowood Program at Forest Oak, HB, and McKean may request early entry into the Back-to-School/Meet the Teacher events, if needed, to accommodate their student’s individual needs.

Please reach out to Kerry Yount at kerry.yount@redclay.k12.de.us or 302-454-3400 for additional information or to make arrangements.

We look forward to seeing our Meadowood families and starting another great school year together!

• Saturday, August 29th - Red Clay Consolidated School District Block Party at The John Dickinson School

• Monday, August 31st - First Day of School for ALL Meadowood Program students
• Friday, September 4th - Monday, September 7th - No School (Labor Day Weekend)
  
• Tuesday, September 15th - No School (State Teacher Inservice)
  
• Monday, September 22nd - No School (Yom Kippur)

Back-to-School Open House

• Wednesday, September 23rd - Forest Oak Elementary School
• Tuesday, September 29th - HB Middle School
  
• Tuesday, September 29th - MTP
• Wednesday, September 30th - McKean High School

Meadowood and Red Clay specific events can also be found on Meadowood's Website. Under Calendar Tools, expand Meadowood Program to view Forest Oak, HB, MHS, or MTP's parent calendar.

Student Data/Emergency Cards must be updated yearly in the district's student information system - Infinite Campus. You will receive important school information and updates via phone and email and it is very important to have your most up-to-date information. Please contact Meadowood's Main Office if there are any changes throughout the school year at 302-454-3400. Students will need to update Data Cards to attend field trips and to travel in the community.

Stay connected with Infinite Campus on the go! Download the mobile app, available in the App Store and Google Play Store. Once logged in, you will stay signed in for quick and easy access.

Learn more about how to use the Infinite Campus mobile apps.

Forest Oak Elementary School

55 S Meadowood Dr.

Newark, DE 19711

Main Office: (302) 454-3420

School Hours

8:50 am - Doors Open

9:05 am - Classes Begin

3:50 pm - Dismissal Begins

Assistant Principal Forest Oak/Meadowood Program: Alex Ellison

Meadowood Program Principal: Kathleen Mattix (kathleen.mattix@redclay.k12.de.us)

School Nurses:

Colleen Sauder, RN (colleen.sauder@redclay.k12.de.us)

Nichole Cunningham, MSN, RN (nichole.cunningham@redclay.k12.de.us) Float Nurse

Office phone number: 302-454-3417

Special Education Coordinator: Pam Severance (Pamela.Severance@redclay.k12.de.us)

Students will attend Henry B. du Pont Middle School

735 Meeting House Road

Hockessin, DE 19707

Main Office: (302) 239-3420

School Hours:

8:05 am - Doors open

8:15 am - Classes begin

3:00 pm - Dismissal begins

Assistant Principal HB/Meadowood Program: Julia Tulloch (julia.tulloch@redclay.k12.de.us)

Meadowood Program Principal: Kathleen Mattix (kathleen.mattix@redclay.k12.de.us)

School Nurses:

Nicole Ewing, MSN, RN, NCSN (nicole.ewing@redclay.k12.de.us)

Nichole Cunningham, MSN, RN (nichole.cunningham@redclay.k12.de.us) Float Nurse

Office phone number: (302) 239-3420

Special Education Coordinator: Stephanie McManus (Stephanie.McManus@redclay.k12.de.us)

Students will attend Thomas McKean High School

301 McKennan’s Church Road

Wilmington, DE 19808

Main Office: (302) 992-5520

Main Office Fax: (302) 992-5525

School Hours:

7:15 am - Doors open

7:25 am - Classes begin

2:10 pm - Dismissal begins

Assistant Principal McKean/Meadowood Program: Julia Tulloch (julia.tulloch@redclay.k12.de.us)

Meadowood Program Principal: Kathleen Mattix (kathleen.mattix@redclay.k12.de.us)

School Nurse: Jennifer McGrath, DNP, RN (jennifer.mcgrath@redclay.k12.de.us)

Office Phone: 302-992-5526

Special Education Coordinator: Sara Benner (sara.benner@redclay.k12.de.us) or Pam Severance (Pamela.severance@redclay.k12.de.us)

Students will attend Meadowood Transition Program

55A South Meadowood Dr.

Newark, DE 19711

Main Office: (302) 454-3400

Main Office Fax: (302) 454-3403

School Hours:

7:15 am - Doors open

2:15 pm - Dismissal begins

Principal: Kathleen Mattix (kathleen.mattix@redclay.k12.de.us)

School Nurse: Mrs. Sharon Buck, MSN, RN (sharon.buck@redclay.k12.de.us)

Office phone number: 302-454-5349

Special Education Coordinator: Sara Benner (sara.benner@redclay.k12.de.us)

Students will receive information regarding transportation closer to the school year. Parents with students riding Red Clay school buses are encouraged to download the Where's The Bus App for real-time updates on student’s bus location and timing.

Dress Code Guidelines:

• Appropriate and safe footwear (sneakers) must be worn at all times, especially for gym and therapies. Sandals, slides, house slippers, Crocs, etc. are not recommended.

• Students should wear clean clothes that are free of holes/rips, are weather-appropriate for the season, and fit properly (not too tight, too short, too revealing or midriffs). Inappropriate decals, slogans or pictures are not acceptable.

• Hats, headbands, and head coverings are not to be worn in the building during school hours.

• Items not specifically covered in the above-listed regulations will be at the discretion and good judgment of the principal.

HB Dress Code Information:

• Clear backpacks only
• No Hoodies are permitted
• HB du Pont Middle School shirts (HB spirit wear, HB teams, HB Sports, etc.)
• Polo style shirt (any solid color) with no logo
• Students must wear a polo shirt or HB shirt underneath their HB Fleece, HB Jacket, HB sweatshirt, etc.
• Dockers/uniform style pants (blue, black, or brown/tan only) or corduroy pants (blue, black, or brown only). No denim. No skinnies. No ‘rips’.
• “Reasonable length” shorts will be considered acceptable to wear if they are dockers/uniform style (blue, black, or brown/tan only)
• Only Non-Hooded HB du Pont Middle School sweatshirts may be worn. Students are allowed to wear a solid colored sweater, sweatshirt, or cardigan.
• On PE days, dress code clothing appropriate to physical activity is required. Sneakers are required.
• Any article of clothing with rips, tears, or writing on it is unacceptable.

*Families who would like to donate their new or gently used Forest Oak, HB, McKean , or MTP spirit wear to the Meadowood Program can contact Katie Kravitz (katherine.kravitz@redclay.k12.de.us)

Thank you for offering your time and talents to assist our school community. In the interest of ensuring a safe and positive experience for all members of our school community, volunteers/chaperones, and visitors are required to complete a few requirements. **A reminder that a Visitor/Volunteer Packet needs to be completed by parents wishing to attend Meadowood Mile in the spring.

The Class of 2027 senior portrait scheduling page is now active and open for 2027 Seniors!

Upcoming seniors can access the scheduling site either through the customized link provided or by visiting the Legacy Studios website and searching by school. Both the school customized link and a link to the Legacy Studios website are provided here:

· https://seniors.legacystudios.com/

· https://seniors.legacystudios.com/thomas-mckean-hs

For assistance, contact customer care at:

· Call: 716-512-6336

· Email: customercare@legacystudios.com

· Chat: https://seniors.legacystudios.com

McKean High School offers a Unified Sports throughout the school year. Interested students must complete a DIAA Physical Form. Sports offered:

Fall - Flag Football and Cheerleading

Winter - Basketball and Cheerleading

Spring - Track & Field

Parents can schedule an appointment at the School Based Health Center/Wellness Center for their child to complete their DIAA Sports Physical. Students need to be registered at the School Based Health Center/Wellness Center. Visit their website here for more information.

Caring for others starts with caring for yourself. Register for the 16th Annual Easterseals Caregiver Conference, a free hybrid event focused on helping caregivers recharge, connect, and access valuable resources and support. This year's theme, "Taking Care of You," is highlighted by our keynote speaker, Heather Volkema, who brings a personal and professional commitment to supporting family caregivers. Visit the website to learn about the event, registration, and sponsorship opportunities.

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) now offers a new online application process to request an Autism Warning Street Sign.

Before submitting your application, you'll need:

• A completed medical certification form signed by a medical professional.
• A letter of support from your homeowners association (HOA) or property management company. If you do not have an HOA or property management company, you can request a letter of support from your local Delaware State Senator or State Representative.
• Both documents can be uploaded when completing the online application.

For more information and to apply, visit: https://deldot.gov/Programs/autismWarning/

Family Voices and the Center for Transition to Adult Health Care for Youth with Disabilities are excited to share Moving to Adult Health Care: Leading Your Health Care Visits and Interactions. This toolkit helps young people understand how to take charge of their health care visits. Visit movingtoadulthealthcare.org/toolkits to learn more.