This time of coronavirus – with so much focus on remote learning via computer screens – has forced a radical shift in how local school districts are teaching their students.
$16 million project to house 400 students when it opens in fall 2021
Archambault named supervisor of elementary education.
On June 12, all five of the CHSD Elementary Schools hosted 5th grade "graduation" parades for students, to celebrate moving on to Middle School next year.
Elementary education supervisor ready for next challenge.
Country music star, Cape grad Jimmie Allen to address graduates.
Top teachers from each building honored.
Cape district students earning top honors the Delaware Secondary School Mathematics League.
Free internet access for remote learning
Graduation set for June 9; last student day June 12
Despite the school closure in effect, students and staff throughout the Cape Henlopen School District celebrated World Down Syndrome Day’s Rock Your Socks, by doing so virtually.
Lewes Weis Markets brought 100 bags of food for families to H.O. Brittingham Elementary School for distribution April 9.
Members of the Ethnic Minority Affairs Committee from the Cape Henlopen School District attended the Delaware State Education Association’s 10th Annual Minority Leadership Conference Feb. 29.
One Cape High School student and two Beacon students show case their research and inventions at annual competition
The Sussex Consortium is set to open to students Monday, March 16.
Operating expenses require tax increase.
Memories, tears shed at site of beloved lakeside school
In an effort to raise funds for upcoming tournaments and travel expenses, Cape Henlopen School District’s Odyssey of the Mind program is conducting a shoe drive fundraiser through Thursday, March 26.
Cape Superintendent Presents Case for Tax Increase
State of the district event highlights history, accomplishments, challenges.
For the last several years, Cape Henlopen School District homeless liaisons have coordinated a community caring event around the holidays.
On Thursday, January 30, the Cape Henlopen School District held its first ever "State of the District."
Pre-K Parent Academy provides early exposure to school
Cape High administrator now vies for national honor.
Demolition is complete at Rehoboth Elementary and underway at Milton Elementary, while construction nears completion at Sussex Consortium, now set to open in March.
Beacon Middle; Love Creek, Milton elementaries earn state recognition
Goal to show support, raise minority student test scores
Cape Henlopen High School is expanding once again and this time with a new 400 student addition to their campus. School officials, state and county legislators and others broke ground on a $16 million expansion.
The Sussex Consortium, Cape Henlopen High School and Milton Elementary School students and staff recently joined forces to keep inclusion of all students at the front of their minds.
Parents, staff, community can sign up for Board E-Report
The Cape Henlopen High School homecoming parade travelled from Lewes Beach to Legends Stadium Oct. 5. The halftime show highlighted the homecoming court.
Michael Varhola, owner of Solar Empowerment Initiative in Silver Spring, Md., recently donated solar lanterns to the Cape Henlopen School District through the Village Improvement Association.
Annual unit count determines funding, staffing
Cape district’s Brennan Clarke vying for top honor.
School named a Special Olympics Delaware Unified Champion.
For the seventh summer, the Cape Henlopen Bookmobile made its rounds throughout the district delivering books to students.
Local historian Hazel Brittingham recounts the history of Cape Henlopen School District.
Harmon seeks to mentor, build relationships with students.
Career and technical programs prepare students for college, workforce.
Rehoboth Public School has a date with a wrecking crew before the year is out. In the decades that have passed since masons mortared its 1939 cornerstone into place, thousands of young people have been educated in its classrooms.
More than 5,600 students start school year in Cape Henlopen School District.
Consortium teacher Lacey Brown elected president of CHEA.
Rehoboth High School Alum have fond memories of their time in the building.
Restorative practices replace conventional discipline.
Cape administrator works to help all students reach potential.
Cooking, sewing, fitness activities build confidence.
Dan Kimmel artwork beautifies school lobby.
Cape Henlopen School District held a beam signing ceremony at the new Sussex Consortium on Sweetbriar Road.
Opportunity funding initiative aims to close achievement gap.
Rising senior Autumn Davis raises $40,000 in seven weeks
Local community groups came together at Lewes Public Library June 2 for members to show their shared love for reading.
Up to $1.6 million available in renewable grant
Cape High teacher helps students become safe, successful drivers
Beacon Middle places first in spontaneous problem.
Tommy Coveleski remembered for stating the event
In only its second year as a club, Mariner Middle Business Professionals of America members rank among the best in the country.
On June 4, 365 seniors took their last walk as high school students as the 50th graduating class of Cape Henlopen High School entered Legends Stadium.
Mariner, Beacon and CHHS girls explored STEM careers Sussex County’s first DigiGirlz Day.
Four of the CHSD Elementary Schools participated in the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge
Bill Collick, Janet Maull-Martin and Alison Myers were elected to the Cape Henlopen School Board May 14.
Shields Elementary’s Brennan Clarke takes top honor
Shields, Beacon, Mariner teams qualify; Shields team nets perfect score
Sock hop, school tour highlight June 1-2 events
The Optimist Club of Sussex County announce two CHHS award winners
Partnerships help businesses, students succeed
New bargaining technique yields raises, more special education coordinators.
In April, Browseabout Books in Rehoboth Beach will host a local book drive to collect new or gently used books for the Cape Henlopen School District Bookmobile.
Odyssey of the Mind teams from schools throughout the Cape Henlopen School District competed in qualifying tournaments in March, each working to earn a spot at the state competition.
Budget forces design shift at Cape High, Milton and Shields Elementaries
Funds will provide housing, food, transportation, supplies
Cape Henlopen School District officials want the community’s help in developing a strategic plan to guide district-wide goals for the next five years.
Vienna Iacona, Alexandra Chiartas earn $35,000 in scholarships.
Cape students are excelling and succeeding in a variety of different ways!
Rehoboth, Shields and Love Creek Elementary were all presented with Exceeding Expectations Banner by Dr. Susan Bunting.
The Big Fish Foundation and the CHHS Class of '88 donated money to help provide necessities for homeless students in the District
Job switch gives administrators fresh perspective
District: 130 homeless, 317 children need bedding, gifts
Annual unit count determines funding and staffing.
Wycliffe Gordon spent time with CHHS students while Matt Marshak presented to Rehoboth Elementary fifth graders.
The Harry K Foundation has graciously extended a donation to help the students of the Cape Henlopen School District.
Teachers, administrators cover bathroom stalls with positive quotes.
Four local organizations help CHHS Students to see To Kill A Mockingbird on Broadway
The beginning of the School year is an exciting time for everyone, but this exciting time also comes with a price tag for new school supplies, and clothes just to name a few things.
For the sixth summer, the Cape Henlopen Bookmobile made its rounds throughout the District delivering books to students.
Cape Henlopen School District hosted a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony for the new H.O. Brittingham Elementary School on Monday August 27, 2018.
The Freeman Foundation and Artist John Donato worked with Mariner students to create a moving pastel fish movie.
On Wednesday, April 11 administrators, teachers, community members and legislators gathered together to hold a ceremonial groundbreaking event for the new Rehoboth Elementary School.
H.O.B was recently honored with a Recognition Award from the Department of Education for their student's academic achievements.
Two teachers at Cape Henlopen High School are making it their mission to address SAT concerns for the local sophomores and juniors in our area.
School board members and administrators gather together to sign a steel beam at the new H.O.B elementary school.
Throughout the District during the week of November 6 through November 9, students and staff celebrated and honored our local veterans.
Donna Kolakowski was the recipient of the Jean Martin Outstanding Leadership in Literacy Award.
Several of our Cape Henlopen High School juniors were selected by the Driver’s Education department, to participate in recording radio PSA’s promoting teen safety while driving.
Four fifth graders received recognition for the Coast Day Essay's, at the annual Coast Day event in Lewes.
Throughout the week of September 18-22, Shields students and staff were collecting items for families in Florida and Texas affected by Hurricane Harvey and Irma.
School officials and H.O. Brittingham faculty celebrated the official groundbreaking March 23 of a new elementary.
Cape’s graduating class of 2017 earned an impressive $2.8 million dollars in college scholarships for their future academic endeavors.
Shield's students broke the school's 5 year record for most money raised during Jump Rope for Heart.
The Lewes Chamber of Commerce pledged to support Cape Henlopen High School's marketing students with funding to create a fully functioning school store.
The next generation of teachers is in high school today, and a new teaching program is poised to take advantage of potential Delaware teachers.
After a presentation by the Food Bank Director, shields students decided they wanted to make an impact locally.
Cape Henlopen High School students, staff and volunteers participated in Challenge Day April 11 and 12.
A group of 15 cadets from CHHS assisted at the Milton Elementary School Health Fair.
Our Promise:
Excellence, Equity and Responsiveness: Every Student, Every Classroom, Every Day!
Our Mission:
The Cape Henlopen School District celebrates the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We cultivate compassionate and innovative thinkers by providing every student with a welcoming, safe, equitable school community that is affirming and inclusive. Cape Henlopen engages and challenges ALL students by providing a responsive educational experience to prepare for post-secondary education and/or career opportunities.
January 14, 2021 Update 4:00PM
The following email communication was shared with families earlier today:
We wanted to take the opportunity to remind everyone that they are required to use the Health Assessment Self-Screening Tool every morning before coming to school. The health of our staff and students, and our ability to keep schools open, relies on everyone doing their part.
The Health Assessment Self-Screening Tool PDF is attached to this email, and can also be found on our COVID-19 Resources Webpage by visiting, www.capehenlopenschools.com/health-assessment. Remember, if anyone in your household has COVID symptoms or has tested COVID positive, your child should not attend school. Please reach out to your Primary Care Physician (PCP) and follow-up with the school nurse.
If you have questions about possible COVID infection or exposure, please refer to the Process Map that is attached to this email and available at the link above. The Process Map is a step-by-step flow chart explaining the steps taken by both the individual and the District when dealing with exposure and/or positive cases of COVID-19.
If you have any questions about the health assessment or the process map please contact the school nurse.
Thank You
Click here to view the Health Assessment Self-Screening Tool - English
Click here to view the Health Assessment Self-Screening Tool - Spanish
Click here to view the Process Map - English
Click here to view the Process Map - Spanish
January 4, 2021 Update 4:00PM
Click Here to view two flyers with face-covering reminders for students and families.
Click here for the Spanish Version
December 28, 2020 Update 4:00PM
Mariner Middle School and Cape Henlopen High School will host two COVID-19 testing sites. Please click here to view the flyer with additional details.
December 14, 2020 Update 5:00PM
Click here to view the latest communication from Mr. Fulton to families and staff.
December 4, 2020 Update 3:00PM
Earlier this afternoon, the Cape Henlopen School District shared the below letter with families and staff.
July 31, 2020 Update 5:45PM
We want to take a minute to thank you all for your continued support and patience as our District navigates this challenging time. We appreciate your willingness to participate in our “pulse” survey last week that provided us with valuable feedback needed in order to assess how to move forward.
We have been meeting with our District committee regularly to determine how we can best provide a high-quality education to all of our students while prioritizing the health and safety of both our students and our staff. On Thursday, August 6, 2020 we will be holding a Special Board of Education meeting to provide an update on the reopening plans. Open session will begin at 4:00PM and the link for the virtual meeting can be found on the Board Docs website, or by clicking here.
The reopening plan will be shared on August 7, 2020 with staff and families. We remain confident that we will all be able to work together to meet and overcome the challenges that are ahead. Again, thank you for your support and patience during this time.
July 15, 2020 Update 6:04PM
Dear Cape Families,
Cape Henlopen School District (CHSD) is planning for the start of school in Fall 2020 and would like to better understand your thoughts and concerns moving forward. Your responses will help the district understand your needs to best serve you and your child.
This study is for research purposes only; all information you provide will be maintained on a confidential basis by Hanover Research and will only be reported to CHSD in an aggregate form, so please be candid in your responses.
This survey should take no more than 3-5 minutes to complete. This is a "pulse" survey to gauge what you are thinking right now. More detailed surveys will most likely follow as plans become more concrete. Please complete the survey by Sunday, July 19, 2020, at 6:00 pm. Thank you for your participation!
Click Here to take the survey.
June 18, 2020 Update 10:21am
The Cape Henlopen School District will continue the Grab & Go Meal Deliveries to students through August 20, 2020, courtesy of the Harry K Foundation. The meals will be delivered Monday - Friday until June 26, 2020. Beginning June 27, 2020, meals will be delivered Monday - Thursday.
There will be no meal delivery on July 2, 2020.
May 21, 2020 Update: 9:43am
Class of 2020!!! Below is a video with instructions on how to pick-up your Cap and Gown and how to drop-off your equipment on May 28 and 29! If you have additional questions, please call the high school at (302) 645-7711!
May 6, 2020 Update: 1:40PM
The Cape Henlopen High School administrative team has been working hard to plan special events for the Class of 2020. Below is a flyer highlighting those celebrations. More details will be provided as each event gets closer.
April 30, 2020 Update: 5:40pm
We have been asked by the Delaware Division of Public Health and the Delaware Department of Education to share the following information regarding COVID-19.
Infographic - Canva Mask Guidance - English
Infographic - Canva Mask Guidance - Spanish
Coronavirus Sussex County Testing Center Event Flyer - English
Coronavirus Sussex County Testing Center Event Flyer - Haitian Creole
Coronavirus Sussex County Testing Center Event Flyer - Spanish
April 29, 2020 Update: 11:48am
Please see the below note from the Department of Labor regarding student work permits.
April 24, 2020 Update: 2:00PM
All schools will now be closed through the end of the school year. Please see the letter below from Mr. Fulton for more details.
April 23, 2020 Update: 4:15pm
Below are the PreK-5 Daily Remote Learning Schedule as well as for Grades 6-12 regarding the fourth marking period.
PreK-5 Daily Remote Learning Schedule - English
PreK-5 Daily Remote Learning Schedule - Spanish
April 22, 2020 Update: 1:49pm
The below document provides an update for students from the NCAA Eligibility Center.
NCAA Eligibility Center COVID-19 Response FAQs
April 15, 2020 Update: 12:01pm
Please find update DPH contact information on the flyer below.
DPH is now using 2-1-1 to triage all calls and determine which ones should go to the DPH call center, Dept of Labor, social service providers, etc.
April 14, 2020 Update: 11:20am
Our meal delivery flyer has been updated to reflect the change that students do not need to be present when picking-up meals.
The updated flyer can be found by clicking here or by visiting www.capehenlopenschools.com/meals
April 7, 2020 Update: 8:29am
Below is a link to the PDF of the Cape Henlopen School District Remote Learning Plan submitted to the Delaware Department of Education.
April 3, 2020 Update: 5:17pm
Below is the latest letter from Mr. Fulton. We wish everyone an exciting first day of Remote Learning this Monday!
April 3, 2020 Update: 10:06am
We've added an additional resource to our website for parents! Visit www.capehenlopenschools.com/virtual-faq for a list of frequently asked questions and answers. There are links to tutorial videos and documents to help make you and your child's transition to remote learning a little easier.
April 2, 2020 Update: 9:00am
The student schedule for our Little Vikings Pre-K students has been shared with families and posted to our website. This schedule will begin on April 6, 2020.
April 1, 2020 Update: 3:30pm
The student schedules for K-5, middle school, and high school have been shared with families and posted to our website. Each can be found below. This schedule will begin on April 6, 2020.
Mariner Middle School Schedule
Mariner Middle School Schedule - Spanish
Beacon Middle School Schedule - Spanish
March 31, 2020 Update: 3:48pm
Earlier today we shared two flyers with our families. The first was a reminder of the Board Policy on Acceptable Use of Technology for Students, and the second was a flyer with COVID-19 Support Resources for families. All flyers are downloadable below.
Acceptable Use of Technology Reminder - English
March 30, 2020 Update: 2:34pm
On March 20, 2020 our District reported a presumptive positive case of COVID-19 with one of our employees. We are happy to report that the employee has now been given a clean bill of health by the Delaware Department of Public Health. Please see below for the full press release.
March 27, 2020 Update: 10:27am
Below is the latest District Update from Mr. Fulton. It includes updates regarding online learning for students that will begin on April 6, 2020.
March 23, 2020 Update: 12:57pm
Below is the latest District COVID-19 update from Mr. Fulton. Please continue to check our website and watch for emails with updates.
March 23, 2020 Update: 8:45am
On Sunday, March 22, 2020, Governor John Carney issued a stay-at-home order beginning Tuesday, 3/24 at 8 AM, effective until May 15 or when the coronavirus threat is eliminated. We will be sharing more information on our District's next steps early this week and will share that with you as soon as we can! More details on the stay-at-home order are available on Gov. Carney's Facebook page and on their website.
March 20, 2020 Update: 2:45pm
Please see the below letter from Mr. Fulton for his latest COVID-19 District Update.
3/20/20 Updated Letter From Mr. Fulton Regarding COVID-19 - English
March 20, 2020 Update: 1:05pm
Please see the below letter from Mr. Fulton regarding the upcoming Referendum that was set to take place on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.
We will continue to keep our community informed on a future date and what our next steps will be.
March 19, 2020 Update: 3:31pm
We have revised and updated the Student Meal Delivery Schedule and have it available for download below.
Changes/Updates are as follows:
Click here for the 3/19 Updated Meal Delivery Flyer - English
March 18, 2020 Update: 4:56pm
Thank you to all of the volunteers, bus drivers, and child nutrition staff members who helped make today's meal deliveries so successful! Below is a flyer with 7 additional stops that we have added.
Please note - times of bus arrival may vary! Look for the school bus and try to be at the stop as early as possible.
March 17, 2020 Update: 3:54pm
Please see the attached flyer for student "grab & go" meal pick-up locations and deliveries.
March 16, 2020 Update: 3:13pm
Please see Mr. Fulton's latest update in the letter below. A variety of topics are covered including, meals for students during the break, learning opportunities while at home, making up the days, medication pick-up.
March 16, 2020 Update: 10:47am
At this time all District and School events that are taking place between March 16 - March 27th have been postponed.
This includes the Community Referendum Meeting at HOB originally scheduled for March 19, the Consortium Ribbon Cutting originally scheduled for March 20 at the new Consortium site, and the Board of Education Meeting originally scheduled for 3/26 at Love Creek Elementary.
We will be pushing out additional information later today. Please keep an eye on our social media page and website!
March 13, 2020 Update 7:46PM
In accordance with Governor Carney’s decision, and in order to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the Cape Henlopen School District will be closed beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020 until March 27, 2020.
Please click here to review the full letter from Mr. Fulton. - English
Please click here to review the full letter from Mr. Fulton. - Spanish
March 12, 2020 Update 4:45PM
A second update from Mr. Fulton was sent home with students today, March 12. Please make sure you're checking your child's backpack regularly. Below is a link to the update.
March 12, 2020 Update: 12:29PM
Please see the below announcement from DIAA regarding the State Championship Basketball Tournament:
For immediate release
DIAA ANNOUNCES BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT CHANGES
The Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Directors voted today to approve modifications to the DIAA State Basketball Championships as a precautionary measure in response to the national rise in Coronavirus cases.
The Boys and Girls State Basketball semi-finals scheduled for tonight have been postponed to allow time for the host sites to make the necessary adjustments. All semi-final games have been moved to Friday. Times will be announced after consultation with each sport committee.
The Unified championship will be Friday at Caesar Rodney High School. The game time will be announced once details are finalized.
The Boys and Girls Championships still are scheduled to be played on Saturday, March 14.
All games will be played with the following modifications, as approved by the DIAA Board:
State championship sites
All games will be played at the higher seed school.
Those eligible to attend
Only the following individuals will be allowed into the contest:
*As defined in the manual: The Official School Party cannot exceed 22 people and is defined as players, coaches, managers, scorers/statisticians, trainer, and administrators.
Parents and legal guardian tickets
School athletic directors will be contacted to provide a list of parents/legal guardians and instructions for those individuals to obtain tickets to the event. There is no cost for these tickets.
Online streaming
All games will be livestreamed at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/. A monthly pass costs $10.99 and would allow one to watch both the semi-final and championships games.
Ticket refunds for Bob Carpenter Center
For those who already bought tickets through a school, contact the school for a refund. If purchased online from the University of Delaware site by credit card a refund will be issued to the card account by UD within 3 to 5 business days. UD is contacting those who paid by cash or check to issue refunds.
Ticket refunds for High School Sites
For those who already purchased pre-sale tickets through a school, contact the school for a refund.
Media
Members of the media will not be eligible to attend and will be provided a link to watch the contests online.
The Coronavirus’ impact on school communities continues to be fluid. Please be alert for additional modifications. For the latest Delaware Coronavirus news and resources, see the Delaware Division of Public Health’s website (de.gov/coronavirus).
For more information regarding DIAA Championships, visit DIAA or follow DIAA on Twitter (@DIAA_Delaware); Instagram (diaa_de) and Facebook (DelawareInterscholasticAthleticAssociation) for the latest updates. For more information, email diaa@doe.k12.de.us.
March 11, 2020 Update - 6:00PM
A letter and a Pandemic Preparedness Action Plan went home with students today. Here are links to the letter and the action plan.
Coronavirus Communication Letter
Coronavirus Communication Letter - Spanish
March 11, 2020 Update: 9:36AM
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (Lewes Campus Update) – Given the Centers for Disease Control's guidance for older adults and those with chronic health conditions, all programming for OLLI (whose membership is exclusively age 50 and older) has been suspended effective immediately until further notice.
Update: March 3, 2020
Cape Henlopen School District Health Advisory Regarding the Coronavirus and Influenza
The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is closely monitoring the coronavirus disease and has provided school districts with cautionary guidelines.
Please keep in mind that there are no confirmed cases in the Cape Henlopen School District or the state of Delaware. We do, however, want to be proactive to keep students and staff safe.
The best precautions to take are the ones always recommended for avoiding colds and flu.
We ask that everyone in Cape Henlopen consider the following advice:
Staff will also assist by regularly cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces in classrooms, offices, restrooms, and hallways.
We ask parents to advise your child’s school nurse in advance of international travel. In addition to following the above-mentioned precautions, DPH highly recommends getting an influenza shot.
Anyone with concerns should contact their healthcare provider.
Visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph/index.html for more information regarding Delaware’s response and plans.
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