McCullough Family Update
October 11, 2026
Good Evening Mustang Families,
As we prepare for another exciting week at McCullough Middle School, we want to thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to helping our students succeed! Each day, our Mustangs are growing as learners, leaders, and champions, and we are proud of the progress we are making together. Tomorrow is McCullough Monday, and we encourage all students and staff to show their Mustang pride by wearing their McCullough gear or school colors—red, black, white, and gray! Let's start the week strong by filling our hallways with Mustang spirit!
As we continue through the first marking period, we encourage families to stay connected by regularly checking Infinite Campus, having conversations with their students about academic progress, and reinforcing the importance of positive behavior and daily attendance. Remember, our attendance goal is 95% for every student, and every school day counts! Please take a few moments to review this week's Family Update for important announcements, upcoming events, and opportunities to stay involved in our Mustang community.
Week of 10/12 Exploratory Schedule
- Monday, October 12th: B Day
Tuesday, October 13th: A Day
Wednesday, October 14th: B Day
Thursday, October 15th: A Day
Friday, October 16th: B Day
Student Council Elections Are This Week!
It's election week at McCullough Middle School! This week, our Mustangs will have the opportunity to make their voices heard as we hold Student Council elections for the offices of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. We are excited to see our students demonstrate leadership, school spirit, and a commitment to making McCullough an even better place to learn and grow. We encourage all students to participate in the election process and support their fellow Mustangs as they step up to lead. Every championship team needs strong leaders!
Backpack Program
At McCullough, we are committed to supporting our students both inside and outside of the classroom. Through our Weekend Backpack Program, participating students receive a bag of food items to take home each week to help provide additional support over the weekend. Families who would like their student to participate are encouraged to contact Mr. James Thomas, our Communities In Schools Site Coordinator, at James.Thomas@colonial.k12.de.us or 302-429-4000. Participation is confidential, and our goal is to ensure that every Mustang has the support they need to return to school each week ready to learn and thrive.
Shop Talk with the Alpha's
We are excited to kick off McCullough Shop Talk with the Alphas, a mentoring opportunity for our male students in grades 6–8! Our first session will be held this Thursday, October 15th. Families interested in having their student participate should return the permission slip as soon as possible or use the link provided. Please see the information below for additional details!
Let's have an amazing week as a school community, and remember MUSTANGS RUN TOGETHER!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Hyacinth Lewis, Principal
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
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!
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.
- 2026-2027 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms Packet
- 2026-2027 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms (Spanish)
- 2026-2027 Athletic Physical and Consent Forms (Haitian Creole)
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
Fall Sports Season is officially underway! We are excited to cheer on our Mustang student-athletes as they compete and represent McCullough with PRIDE throughout the season. We encourage our students, families, and staff to come out, fill the sidelines, and show their Mustang spirit by supporting our soccer, field hockey, and cheerleading teams at their upcoming events. Let’s make sure our student-athletes feel the support of the entire McCullough community all season long. Go Mustangs!
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
McCullough Middle School
Website: https://www.colonialschooldistrict.org/mccullough/
Location: 20 Chase Avenue, New Castle, DE, USA
Phone: 3024294000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/McculloughCSD