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We are grateful for our Child Nutrition staff who help keep our students fed so that they are always ready to learn!
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FTMS's First Band
Mrs. Richardson Welcomes 8th Graders
Mr. Collick & Mr. Fulton Talk History
June 2023 Construction Aerial
Our Promise
Excellence, Equity, and Responsiveness: Every Student, Every Classroom, Every Day
2026 Fred Thomas Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Mr. Berman who is the 2026 Fred Thomas Teacher of the Year, and the very first Teacher of the Year for the building!
Mission Statement
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.
2026 Educational Support Professional of the Year
Congratulations to Library Manager, Ms. Carri Davis, who is the Fred Thomas Middle School 2026 Educational Support Professional of the Year!
Construction Update
The Frederick D. Thomas Middle School is set for completion on June 30 and will open its doors to students for the first time on September 4. To see if your child will be attending the new middle school, please check out the DOE School Locator.
DOE School Locator
News & Announcements
![Frederick D. Thomas Middle School Hosts Free Book Shop for Students and Families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1766165787/capehenlopenschoolscom/orszqudmeyn2qb4zxwrb/BookDrive.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1766165787/capehenlopenschoolscom/orszqudmeyn2qb4zxwrb/BookDrive.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1766165787/capehenlopenschoolscom/orszqudmeyn2qb4zxwrb/BookDrive.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1766165787/capehenlopenschoolscom/orszqudmeyn2qb4zxwrb/BookDrive.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1766165787/capehenlopenschoolscom/orszqudmeyn2qb4zxwrb/BookDrive.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1766165787/capehenlopenschoolscom/orszqudmeyn2qb4zxwrb/BookDrive.jpg","width":2200}])
On December 11 and 12, the Frederick D. Thomas Middle School (FTMS) Library was transformed into a Free Book Shop.
![Frederick D. Thomas Middle School Students Selected for All-County Choir and All-State Chorus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1766157584/capehenlopenschoolscom/gfvvaripszcqe8cya9wd/AllStateChorus.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1766157584/capehenlopenschoolscom/gfvvaripszcqe8cya9wd/AllStateChorus.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1766157584/capehenlopenschoolscom/gfvvaripszcqe8cya9wd/AllStateChorus.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1766157584/capehenlopenschoolscom/gfvvaripszcqe8cya9wd/AllStateChorus.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1766157584/capehenlopenschoolscom/gfvvaripszcqe8cya9wd/AllStateChorus.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1766157584/capehenlopenschoolscom/gfvvaripszcqe8cya9wd/AllStateChorus.jpg","width":2200}])
Cape Henlopen School District is proud to announce that twelve talented student vocalists from Frederick D. Thomas Middle School have been recognized for their exceptional musical achievement, with three students selected to All-County Choir and nine students earning a place in the All-State Chorus.
![Sixth Graders at Frederick D. Thomas Middle School Strengthen Financial Education Through Real-World Learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1766157267/capehenlopenschoolscom/hlqnjqoei3cma5rbde5v/CountyBankPresentation.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1766157267/capehenlopenschoolscom/hlqnjqoei3cma5rbde5v/CountyBankPresentation.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1766157267/capehenlopenschoolscom/hlqnjqoei3cma5rbde5v/CountyBankPresentation.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1766157267/capehenlopenschoolscom/hlqnjqoei3cma5rbde5v/CountyBankPresentation.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1766157267/capehenlopenschoolscom/hlqnjqoei3cma5rbde5v/CountyBankPresentation.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1766157267/capehenlopenschoolscom/hlqnjqoei3cma5rbde5v/CountyBankPresentation.jpg","width":2200}])
Sixth-grade students at Frederick D. Thomas Middle School recently participated in an interactive financial education presentation in Mr. Greg Berman’s classroom designed to help students make informed financial decisions and protect themselves from fraud and scams.
![Cape Honors Outstanding Staff Members with GEM Awards For the Month of December]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765567364/capehenlopenschoolscom/rehfz6wdxtngjk3cxaum/DecGEMS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765567364/capehenlopenschoolscom/rehfz6wdxtngjk3cxaum/DecGEMS.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765567364/capehenlopenschoolscom/rehfz6wdxtngjk3cxaum/DecGEMS.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765567364/capehenlopenschoolscom/rehfz6wdxtngjk3cxaum/DecGEMS.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765567364/capehenlopenschoolscom/rehfz6wdxtngjk3cxaum/DecGEMS.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1765567364/capehenlopenschoolscom/rehfz6wdxtngjk3cxaum/DecGEMS.jpg","width":2200}])
This month’s honorees include four recipients, two from Frederick D. Thomas Middle School and two from Lewes Elementary.
![Frederick D. Thomas Middle School Student Shines at National Livestock Exposition in Louisville, KY]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763582423/capehenlopenschoolscom/ae7oiclpv1p6xsuckr8i/JayceEllis.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763582423/capehenlopenschoolscom/ae7oiclpv1p6xsuckr8i/JayceEllis.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763582423/capehenlopenschoolscom/ae7oiclpv1p6xsuckr8i/JayceEllis.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763582423/capehenlopenschoolscom/ae7oiclpv1p6xsuckr8i/JayceEllis.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763582423/capehenlopenschoolscom/ae7oiclpv1p6xsuckr8i/JayceEllis.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763582423/capehenlopenschoolscom/ae7oiclpv1p6xsuckr8i/JayceEllis.jpg","width":2200}])
FTMS 6th grader, Jayce Ellis, competed at the 2025 North American International Livestock Exhibition in Louisville, KY.
![Cape Hosts Largest Special Olympics Bocce Ball Tournament in Delaware]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763576936/capehenlopenschoolscom/oshmhwxbrmphgx3wveny/BocceTournament.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763576936/capehenlopenschoolscom/oshmhwxbrmphgx3wveny/BocceTournament.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763576936/capehenlopenschoolscom/oshmhwxbrmphgx3wveny/BocceTournament.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1763576936/capehenlopenschoolscom/oshmhwxbrmphgx3wveny/BocceTournament.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1763576936/capehenlopenschoolscom/oshmhwxbrmphgx3wveny/BocceTournament.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1763576936/capehenlopenschoolscom/oshmhwxbrmphgx3wveny/BocceTournament.jpg","width":2200}])
The Cape Henlopen School District proudly hosted the largest Special Olympics bocce ball tournament in the state of Delaware, bringing together more than 600 student athletes for a day of competition, inclusion, and celebration.
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