Castle Hills Elementary - Colonial School District

10/11/2026

Join us in wishing her a happy happy birthday!

10/10/2026

🍂🛍️ Come hungry, ready to shop, and excited for some fall fun!

Take a peek at the vendors joining us for today's William Penn Fall Festival! From delicious food and sweet treats to handmade gifts, jewelry, crafts, and community resources, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to visit our student groups and support their fundraisers, too! ❤️🖤

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
📍 William Penn High School

Bring your family, invite your friends, and join Colonial Nation for a morning of shopping, snacking, and celebrating our community! 🎃

10/09/2026

A huge congratulations to this awesome trio!
Ms. Richards, Castle Hills Teacher of the Year
Ms. Groce, CH Educational Support Professional of the Year
Ms. Minio, Colonial School District’s Educational Support Professional of the Year

10/08/2026

Hope to see you there!!

10/08/2026

📅 Reminder, Colonial families! There is no school for students tomorrow, Friday, October 9, 2026, due to staff professional development.

10/07/2026

Reminder! Virtual School Choice Information Session is tonight!

Discover the opportunities, connections, and school community waiting for your family! Join our virtual School Choice Information Night to explore our schools, learn about the choice process, and see why Colonial could be the right fit for your child.

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 • 6:00 p.m.

Online: https://colonial-k12-de-us.zoom.us/s/95265934367

Big possibilities. A place to belong. WE Choose Colonial!

10/06/2026

Beautiful fall weather, OVER 60 vendors, and a whole lot of Colonial spirit—sounds like the perfect Saturday!

Join us Saturday, October 10, for the William Penn Homecoming Parade & Fall Festival! More than 60 vendors have signed up to be part of the fun, and the weather is looking great for a day with family, friends, and our Colonial community! ❤️🖤

🎉 **9:00 AM:** Parade begins at George Read Middle School
🎃 **9:30 AM–12:00 PM:** Fall Festival at William Penn—featuring community vendors, food and treats, the Penn Farm Animals, $5 pick-a-pumpkin, moonbounces, games, and more!
🏈 **12:00 PM:** Cheer on William Penn as the Colonials take on Dover! Game tickets: https://colonialssports.com

Bring the family, invite your neighbors, and come spend the day with us. **WE can’t wait to see you there!**

10/06/2026

New Castle County school districts are excited to partner for the 2026–2027 Special Education Parent Council Family Learning Series. These monthly virtual sessions are designed to support, inform, and empower families by sharing helpful resources and information on topics identified by families.

Join us virtually on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:00–7:00 p.m., beginning October 7! We look forward to learning, connecting, and strengthening partnerships with families across New Castle County.

10/05/2026