Wednesday, October 21st

Good Morning Panthers!! 😀  This is Emily, Kylie and Amya!  Happy Wednesday

Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a brief moment of silence (5 seconds)

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

Today is a 2 Day. The period rotation will be 2-3-4-5-6-7

Here is your daily attendance reminder: "Teachers notice when you’re here—and when you’re not. Show them you’re committed to your learning. Attendance is the first sign of success."

Attention all students! If you like clapping your hands, and stomping your feet, hop on the beat and join the step team! The step team interest meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 21st You must have a DIAA form on file with the nurse to try out. Meet Mrs. McDuffie in the cafeteria directly after school. 

Interested in a career in nursing or learning more about being a nurse? Applications for the BSD lifesaver program are available in the nurses office. 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Students and staff show your support by purchasing a Breast Cancer Awareness wristband for $1 at lunch. Sales will continue throughout the month while supplies last, with all proceeds going directly to the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition.

October is Polish American Heritage Month. In 1608, the first Polish settlers arrived in Virginia.  Polish American Heritage Month began in 1981 in Philadelphia, PA.  Today, more than 20 million Americans share full or partial Polish heritage.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month! If you see someone being bullied, speak up or tell a trusted adult. Remember: telling an adult isn't 'snitching'—it's protecting someone from getting hurt. Everyone deserves to feel safe at school. Let's work together to prevent bullying!

Attention Students and Staff:  Today is Picture Day in the Small Gym.  Students take pictures during science class.  Staff may come down at any time to take a picture.  

Remember - today is your Friday! There is no school on Thursday or Friday, and starting on Tuesday, we will be selling tickets for the Fall Dance hosted by the student council. Tickets are only $5 cash! There will be a DJ, games, costume contest with prizes and food for purchase!  You don’t want to miss out on all of the fun - bring your cash next week! Have a great weekend!

Good luck to our Boys Soccer and Girls Volleyball teams in their games against Stanton today!

Happy birthday to Kevin V and Nathaniel B! And happy birthday to the following Panthers celebrating over the next 4 days - Prisha I., Siniya T., Amiyah G, Delia H., Aaden B., Charles D., and Angel C.!

Next week we will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week with a spirit week. On Monday, Team against against drugs - wear your favorite Jersey! Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s largest and longest-running drug-awareness and prevention campaign, held annually in late October. It honors fallen DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena by encouraging youth, families, and communities to wear red ribbons, make a pledge to live drug-free, and promote healthy, drug-free lifestyle choices. 

Good luck to our girls Volleyball team today in their last game of the season against Stanton! 

Good luck to our Math Leaguers in their match today!

Remember to be Responsible, Respectful, and Engaged!

And don’t forget - you can’t hide that Panther Pride!

Tuesday, October 20th

Good Morning Panthers!! 😀  This is Emily, Kylie and Amya!  Happy Tuesday

Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a brief moment of silence (5 seconds)

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

Today is a 3 Day. The period rotation will be 3-4-5-6-7-1

Here is your daily attendance reminder: "Teachers notice when you’re here—and when you’re not. Show them you’re committed to your learning. Attendance is the first sign of success."

Attention all students! If you like clapping your hands, and stomping your feet, hop on the beat and join the step team! The step team interest meeting will be held tomorrow after school! You must have a DIAA form on file with the nurse to try out. Meet Mrs. McDuffie in the cafeteria directly after school. 

Student Council will be meeting today after school in Mr. Hall's room, Room 313. Any questions, reach out to Mrs. McKenna or Mr. Hall. 

Fall Dance tickets will be on sale at all lunches starting Tuesday October 27th! $5 cash only! Don’t miss all of the fun!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Did You Know? There are currently more than 4 million breast cancer survivors living in the United States! Advancements in early detection methods and ongoing support continue to save lives every day.  P.S. duPont show your support by purchasing a Breast Cancer Awareness wristband for $1 at lunch. Sales will continue throughout the month while supplies last, with all proceeds going directly to the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition.

October is Fire Prevention Month!  This year’s Fire Prevention theme is ““Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”  The focus is on reducing fires caused by rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in everyday devices such as phones, laptops, e-bikes, scooters, and power tools. Today’s Fire Prevention Tip: Only use the manufacturer-approved charger and cord that came with your device and place devices on a table or desk; avoid charging on beds, couches, or under pillows where heat can get trapped.

In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, today—Tuesday, October 20th—we are celebrating Unity Day! The key message of today is simple: unite for kindness, courage, and inclusion to prevent bullying.  A huge shout-out to all the students and staff wearing orange today, as well as anyone wearing shirts with messages of kindness and inclusion. Thank you for showing your support and making the P.S. duPont community a welcoming, safe space for everyone!

Attention All Students and Staff: Don’t forget to “dress to impress” for Picture Day which is TOMORROW, October 21st.  Students, please check with your period 1 teacher or Ms. Corbin for a picture envelope 

Happy birthday to Zarin H and Marley L.

Remember to be Responsible, Respectful, and Engaged!

And don’t forget - you can’t hide that Panther Pride!

Monday, Oct. 19th

Good Morning Panthers!! 😀  This is Emily, Kylie and Amya!  Happy Monday

Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a brief moment of silence (5 seconds)

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

Today is a 4 Day. The period rotation will be 4-5-6-7-1-2

Here is your daily attendance reminder: "Teachers notice when you’re here—and when you’re not. Show them you’re committed to your learning. Attendance is the first sign of success."

The color wars are off to a great start this October. Valor, Integrity, and Unity are neck and neck with Ambition not far behind. The next Color Wars/House Meeting day is 10/29/26. That  day will determine this month’s winner.  Don’t let your house down and dress with your house colors or items!!!!  We can’t wait to see how it ends for October.

Attention Math leaguers. There is no practice this week, but we have our first competition on Wednesday!  We will hopefully be done by 4:45, so make sure you have transportation home.  We will see you Wednesday!

Attention all students! If you like clapping your hands, and stomping your feet, hop on the beat and join the step team! The step team interest meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 21st You must have a DIAA form on file with the nurse to try out. Meet Mrs. McDuffie in the cafeteria directly after school. 

Student Council will be meeting tomorrow after school in Mr. Hall's room, Room 313. Any questions, reach out to Mrs. McKenna or Mr. Hall. Fall Dance tickets will be on sale at all lunches starting Monday October 26th! $5 cash only! Don’t miss all of the fun!

Buongiorno PS. The winner of round 2 of the Italian-American Heritage Month Competition was 8th grader Wareesha A. with the first correct answer of Little Italy! Check your counselor corner to participate in round 3! Here is the question: Which Delaware high school is named for an Italian-American Delawarean famously cast the deciding vote to ratify the Declaration of Independence in 1776? 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Did You Know?  In October 2009, the NFL launched the "A Crucial Catch" campaign in partnership with the American Cancer Society. This was the first time players, coaches, and referees wore pink gear—like cleats, gloves, towels, and ribbon pins—on the field all month long. In 2017, the league expanded the campaign beyond pink gear to raise awareness for other types of cancer as well.  P.S. duPont show your support by buying a Breast Cancer Awareness wristband for $1 each.  Sales will continue throughout the month while supplies last, with all proceeds donated directly to the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition.

The Counseling Team invites all students and staff to participate in Unity Day tomorrow! While official Unity Day is Wednesday, October 21st, we will show our support tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20th (to avoid overlapping with Picture Day).  What to Wear: Wear orange to send a visible message against bullying and start conversations about inclusion.  No Orange? No Worries! Wear a shirt that features a message of kindness or inclusion.

Attention All Students and Staff: Don’t forget to “dress to impress” for Picture Day which is this Wednesday, October 21st.  Students, please check with your period 1 teacher or Ms. Corbin for a picture envelope.

Happy birthday to Kirithic SK!

Remember to be Responsible, Respectful, and Engaged!

And don’t forget - you can’t hide that Panther Pride!