Schools throughout the District celebrated Earth Day on April 22 and the days preceding it by engaging in fun activities that raised awareness about the environment and the importance of protecting the earth. 

Third grade students worked with ACME Supermarket to design and decorate recycled paper bags with important messages about Earth Day. [more]

Fifth graders celebrated Earth Day inside and outside the classroom learning how to reuse, recycle, reduce, replenish and restore. [more]

The Christina Board of Education approved the 2016-2017 District Calendar at its April 12 meeting. To view or print the 2016-2017 District Calendar, which lists all of the approved days for holidays, professional development, parent conferences, early dismissal and more, please click here.

On April 25, the Maclary Elementary School Library was transformed into Science Fair Central! Maclary scientists proudly displayed and demonstrated their knowledge of science or engineering to the judges. Twenty-three students participated in the grueling but exciting process, and each did an outstanding job showcasing the wonderful projects.

Congratulations to the following winners:

• 3rd Grade: Tie: Mia Carew and partners Abby Ehemann and Arabella Brownlee 
• 4th Grade: Olivia Kessler 
• 5th Grade: Partners Lorenzo Garrett and Isaac DiMaio

The following students participated in the Maclary Science Fair: Shea McClain, Lilly Gibson, Aubrey Dennison, Madysen Harrison-Dixon, Saryn McCullough, Zavion Tuck, Tyler Cormier, Adrian DiMaio, Rebecca Welsh-Scafidi, Kylie Coleman, Josh Haslam, Isabella Varady-Nelson, Colleed Collier, Ashton Kuchenbeiser, Ariyanna Lamphere, Alyssa Foster, and Ryan Barton.  Congratulations to all Maclary scholars/scientists for a job well done!

Marshall Elementary School's Science Olympiad team had an outstanding day at Wilmington University on April 16, achieving medals in the following events: Can Race, Mystery Architect, Pasta Bridge, Starry Night and Write it Do it!  The event marked the first time in several years that an elementary competition has been held. Marshall's team would like to thank the organizers and Wilmington University for hosting and for a delicious lunch.

• Delaware Schools:  University of Delaware, Delaware State University, Wilmington University, Delaware Technical Community College, Goldey Beacom College
• Pennsylvania Schools:  Arcadia University, Bloomburg University, Keystone College, Penn State University, Chestnut Hill College, University of the Sciences, Mount Aloysius College, University of Pennsylvania, Millersville University, Albright College, Shippensburg University, Lincoln University, Widener University, Delaware Valley College
• Maryland Schools: Salisbury State, Towson University, University of Maryland College Park, Maryland Institute College of Art, Cecil Community College, Bowie State University
• New York, New Jersey, New England: University of New Hampshire, Hofstra University, New York University
• Southern Schools: Wake Forest University, University of South Carolina, Norfolk State University, Clarke Atlanta University, Virginia State University, West Virginia University, Virginia Wesleyan College, Howard University
• Midwest and West Coast Schools: Brigham Young University, Southern California Institute of Architecture, Central Michigan University
• U.S. Military 

• Parade Band, Superior Rating
• Wind Ensemble, Excellent Rating
• Jazz Ensemble, Excellent Rating

Before she took a plant science class, Anaiyah Huggins couldn't picture herself working in the garden. "I thought planting was nasty," the Christiana High School sophomore said. However, teacher Katie Phillips made her roll up her sleeves and get her hands dirty. As she and her classmates helped prepare for the school's annual plant sale, Huggins learned to embrace her green thumb. [more]

The Neighborhood House, Inc. School-Age Program is currently accepting new registrations.  Their program, licensed by the State Office of Child Care Licensing (OCCL), is for grades K-12. It operates Mondays thru Fridays, Before-School Care (7:30 am-8:30 am) and After-School Care (2:30 pm-6:30 pm).  All participating children are provided nutritious meals and snacks. Programming is designed to address the holistic wellness of children by providing educational, enriching and enjoyable experiences. Please note that there is a fee for children.  However, they also accept the State Division of Social Services Purchase of Care (POC), and are willing to help families make payment arrangements. Interested families are welcome to schedule a tour of the program or to contact the staff for registration details at (302) 658-5404 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm weekdays. Click here for more information.