Frederick D. Thomas Middle School Opening 2024
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Construction on Frederick D. Thomas Middle School began in 2022. This will be the third middle school in the Cape Henlopen School District and will be located on the site of the former Shields Elementary School, off of Savannah Road in Lewes. It will serve up to 600 students in grades 6-8. Renderings below are the approved designs as of the 1/27/22 Board of Education meeting. Check back for continued updates regarding the construction process, as well as updates on boundary line changes to incorporate the third middle school. More information will be provided throughout the 2023-2024 school year.
Approved Renderings





















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The renderings in these slide shows are an artist's conception and are subject to change.
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Frederick D. Thomas Middle School Taking Shape
Much has changed at Frederick D. Thomas Middle since a late April update on the school under construction in Lewes.
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Lewes Middle School to be Named After Frederick D. Thomas
Educator was the first African American administrator in the Cape Henlopen School District
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Work Continues at Frederick D. Thomas Middle School
New Lewes facility set to open to students in fall 2024.
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Frederick Named Principal at New Lewes School
Beacon leader to take reins at Frederick D. Thomas Middle