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Little-known facts and points of interest about the Christina School District

September 23, 2011
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August 25, 2011
Christina's Child Nutrition Services offers PayPAMS Parent Account Management System to the District's parents and guardians.  PayPAMS is a simple, safe and secure portal which allows you to pre-pay for your child's meals 24/7, check your child's account balance and more...

July 7, 2011
Eleven District Art Teachers' works have been selected to participate in a juried art show at the Delaware Art Museum entitled Creativity Multiplied:  Art Teachers of the Christina School District.  The exhibit will run through August 11.  more

June 14, 2011
The number of Advanced Placement (AP) exams taken in the Christina School District increased at all three of the District's traditional high schools this past year.  A total of 996 exams were taken this spring compared to 675 in 2009-2010.  This was a 47% increase from last year to this year.  more

May 26, 2011
Christiana High School's Darien Wingate is one of only twelve recipients in the United States to receive the Link Leader Scholarship.

May 11, 2011
Newark High School won the Visionary Award for having the most students who earned the Delaware Volunteer Credit for community service for the second year in a row.  Over 50 students earned the volunteer credit for more than 90 hours of community service.

April 6, 2011
For the fifth year in a row, students in Mr. Ed Smith's Business class at Glasgow High School have qualified for the North American Junior Achievement (JA) Banks in Action Competition.  Congratulations to Christina Nemeth, Jordan Jones, and Marlyna Melendez.  more

March 25, 2011
Two teachers from Leasure Elementary School, Natasha Reid and Joyce Young have been chosen to attend the 201 National Mickelson ExxonMobile Teachers Academy to be held at Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, New Jersey.  Reid and Young were the only two teachers in Delaware chosen to attend the Teachers Academy.  more

March 18, 2011
Glasgow High School AFJROTC competed in the ROTC Delaware University Drill Competition and received the following awards:  1st place Iron Man Competition, 1st place Drill Competition, 2nd place Push-Ups, 3rd place Sit-Ups, 1st place Overall.  Congratulations to the team!

March 4, 2011
Glasgow High School Guidance Counselor Mrs. Nancy Martter, has been named Secondary Guidance Counselor of the Year!

March 1, 2011
Two students from Newark High School have earned the Cambridge Scholar Award in recognition of their achievement on the June 2010 exam session.  Junior
Megan Rise earned the top score in the United States on the First Language English exam.  Sophomore Caroline Beston earned the top score in the United States on the Environmental Management exam. Congratulations to both students for a job well done!

February 28, 2011
On this Date in Black History:  Phyllis Wheatley was invited to President George Washington's headquarters in Cambridge, MA, on this date in 1776.  Wheatley had written a poem in his honor.

February 25, 2011
On this Date in Black History:  Hiram Rhodes Revels of Mississippi was sworn in as the first Black U.S. Senator on this date in 1870.

February 24, 2011
On this Date in Black History:  Edward Perkins, the first black Ambassador to South Africa (1986,) was nominated UN Ambassador by President George Bush on this date in 1992.

February 23, 2011
On this Date in Black History:  Frank E. Peterson, Jr. became the first Black Brigadier General in the U.S. Marine Corps on this date in 1979.

February 22, 2011
On This Date in Black History:  Julius "Dr. J" Erving, basketball legend, was born in Roosevelt, NY, on this date in 1950.  During Erving's illustrious career in the ABA and NBA, he revolutionized the game with his high-flying antics, the "finger-roll," and the "slam-dunk."

February 16, 2011
On This Date in Black History:  Wilt Chamberlain, basketball legend, became the first NBA player to score 30,000 points on this date in 1972.  Chamberlain accomplished this feat in only 941 games.

February 15, 2011
On This Date in Black History:  Henry Lewis was named Director of the New Jersey Symphony on this date in 1968.  Lewis was the first Black to direct an American orchestra.

February 11, 2011
On This Date in Black History:  Nelson R. Mandela, South Africa's Black nationalist leader, was released from prison after 27 years on this date in 1990.  Four years after his release, he was elected President of South Africa.

February 10, 2011
On This Date in Black History:  Ronald (Ron) H. Brown was elected Chairman of the Democratic National Committee on this date in 1989.  Brown was the first Black to head a major political party.

February 9, 2011
On This Date in Black History:  Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr. became the first Black to take a spacewalk on this date in 1995.  Harris was the Payload Commander on STS-63 (February 2-11, 1995) -- the first flight of the joint Russian and American space program.

February 8, 2011
On This Date in Black History:  Harry S. McAlpin, National Negro Press Association White House correspondent and journalist with the Atlanta Daily World, became the first Black allowed to attend a White House press conference on this date in 1944.

February 7, 2011
Newark High School (NHS) students Timothy Hegedus, Collins Nai, Hannaleigh Scott, and Isabel Tague participated in the All State Choir Concert held at Central Middle School in Dover on February 5. 

January 25, 2011
Brader Elementary School in Newark has been selected the winner of the AAA School Safety Patrol 90th Anniversary Contest.  For winning, Brader will receive a $100 Visa Gift Card.

January 12, 2011
Newark High School Junior Taylor Reynolds was recently named 1st Team All State Quarterback for the 2010 football season and will be honored at the All State Banquet in Dover on January 24th.  learn more

January 4, 2010
35 Christina Students Accepted to 2011 All-State Music Events  learn more

December 22, 2010
Kirk Middle School Named Best Donor School in Delaware by The Salvation Army.  learn more

November 4, 2010
Marshall Elementary School teacher Roberta Longwood was invited to participate in NBC's Education Nation Summit held in New York City in September.  The four day summit was broadcast live on national television and showcased some of the best teachers in the country and the work they are doing.  learn more

September 28, 2010
Gallaher Elementary School was one of four Delaware schools named a 2010 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.  learn more

July 27, 2010
The Christina School District is a leader in the state of using e-mail and social networking to help parents, students and the community stay connected?  Sign up today:  Join the CSD E-News electronic mailing list, become our fan on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

July 6, 2010
Glasgow High School Junior Achievement (JA) Banks in Action Team Finishes Fourth in 2010 North American Championship. 
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June 11, 2010
McVey Elementary School Fourth-Graders in Paul Sedacca's class made history on June 10th when Governor Markell signed a bill into law designating the gray fox as Delaware's official wildlife animal.  The Bill was introduced by the students with help from Rep. John Kowalko.  learn more

June 7, 2010
Newark High School’s Anna Dmytrenko was recently named a Delaware Distinguished Scholar for the Class of 2010 and will attend the Royal Academy of Music in London. She states, “Since the beginning of my high school career, I have been adamant about setting concrete goals for myself. I have always wanted to work as hard as possible to achieve my full potential.”

June 4, 2010
Newark High School’s Elizabeth Truong was recently named a Delaware Distinguished Scholar for the Class of 2010 and will attend the University of Southern California. She states, “My mother and grandmother have been my inspiration to succeed. I strive to reach my potential as both a human being and a scholar, so that I can eventually assist those in need and inspire others.”

June 1, 2010
Newark High School’s Perpetual Baffour was recently named a Delaware Distinguished Scholar for the Class of 2010 and will attend the University of Pennsylvania. She states, “The cornerstone of my striving for success has been my parents' own exemplary will to succeed. In spite of life's obstacles, my parents defined the value of perseverance in their pursuit of education and the "American Dream."

May 27, 2010
Glasgow High School’s Fidelia Bernice was recently named a Delaware Distinguished Scholar for the Class of 2010 and will attend the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia.  She states, “It is because of the support of my family that I have the tools as well as the will to do well and become successful in the future.  I thank my family for all of their support.”

May 24, 2010
Glasgow High School’s Katrina Bleeker was recently named a Delaware Distinguished Scholar for the Class of 2010 and will attend UD. She states, “My life is based upon determination to be successful, commitment to finish what I have begun, and the development of important values.”

May 20, 2010
Christiana High School’s Inyong Yea-Seong  was recently named a Delaware Distinguished Scholar for the Class of 2010 and plans to major in digital media. He states, “Every day, what drives me to pursue success and my ambitions in life is my family. I will make sure that my family rises from a life of hard, long, and tedious work to a life of luxury, happiness, and comfort.”

May 17, 2010
Christiana High School's Andrea Gobeil was recently named a Delaware Distinguished Scholar for the Class of 2010 and will attend UD.  She states, "Throughout my entire school career,
it has always been in my nature to try my best and work hard.  Having a quality education opens doors."

April 19, 2010
Child Nutrition Services has teamed up with SchoolMenu.com to offer online school menus for elementary and middle school families.  Sign up for your free account today to access many useful features.  learn more

April 1, 2010
Christina Adult & Continuing Education Programs manage adult and family programs year round that reach more than 4,000 participants annually.  The program serves clients both within Christina as well as throughout New Castle County.  learn more

March 17, 2010
March is Music In Our Schools Month.  Click below links for more information and a list of Christina performances and events.
learn more | online calendar

March 9, 2010
The Christina Board of Education consists of seven elected members.  Each serves a five year term.  General business meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at different school locations throughout the district.  learn more

March 2, 2010
The Christina Transportation Department is responsible for the operation of 271 state-owned school buses and 59 contracted buses, and provides daily transportation for more than 17,000 students.  learn more

February 12, 2010
The District is the recipient of more than $77,000 in grants from the Delaware community Foundation benefiting nine schools with monetary grant amounts ranging from $2,000 to over $17,000.  learn more

February 2, 2010
The Facilities Services Department is responsible for approximately 2.8 million square feet of physical space which consists of 40 buildings and over 500 acres of property.  learn more

January 21, 2010
A 5th grade Stock Market Team from Leasure Elementary School was ranted first in the state out of 140 elementary teams.  learn more