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Mr. Dave Frederick will serve as the first principal at Frederick D. Thomas Middle School, and Mrs. Meghan Catts will be the first assistant principal of the building.
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.
Frederick D. Thomas was the first African American administrator in the Cape Henlopen School District.
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.
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News & Announcements
Host battles it out with Beacon and Fred Thomas on the court
The 7th-grade students at Fred Thomas Middle School (FTMS) showcased their research, creativity, and critical thinking skills during a dynamic presentation on their Informational Research Lab curriculum.
Edward Joyce, Teresa Flury, Haywood Burton and Robert Larsen all recognized as GEM employees at the January Board of Education Meeting.
The Cape Henlopen School District is excited to announce a recent partnership with Beebe Healthcare to bring a substance use and prevention educational series to students, families and staff.
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice recently honored Frederick Thomas Middle School students Jaida White and Kyle Miller for their leadership, effort and excellence.
Phys ed teachers improvise lessons while awaiting gymnasium completion