Capital School District

06/04/2026

Senior Awards Night at Dover High School recognized members of the Class of 2026 for excellence across academics, career and technical education, athletics, fine arts, world languages, leadership, service, and scholarship.

Students were celebrated by staff and by the community partners, organizations, and sponsors who continue to invest in their success. From departmental honors and AP distinctions to scholarship awards and Top 10 recognition, the night reflected the high expectations, perseverance, and Senator Pride that define Dover High.

Congratulations to our award recipients and scholarship winners, and thank you to our families, staff, and supporters who help create opportunities for every Senator to thrive.

06/02/2026

We are proud to see Capital School District students and staff featured by Spotlight Delaware for the hands-on learning happening through Healthy Foods for Healthy Kids school gardens. Our students are planting, observing, harvesting, and connecting classroom learning to real food that can show up in their lunches.

This is what meeting the needs of the whole child looks like: science in action, healthier habits, teamwork, and leadership growing right alongside the vegetables.

Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/CSD_FarmToTable_SpotlightDE

A nonprofit gardening program offers students lessons about science and nutrition that helps them to understand where food comes from.

05/31/2026

Congratulations to Dover High School Class of 1994 graduate Brig. Gen. Andrew R. Morgan on an extraordinary career of service and achievement.

After 12 years with NASA, including 272 days aboard the International Space Station, Andrew Morgan has retired from the agency to continue serving our nation through his military career. His journey from Dover High School to space is an inspiring example of where hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence can lead.

We are proud to celebrate one of our alumni whose accomplishments reflect the limitless potential of our students and the enduring impact of public education.

Thank you for representing Dover and the Capital School District with distinction. We wish you all the best in this next chapter!

After a 12-year career at NASA, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Andrew R. Morgan has retired from the agency to continue his military service. Morgan was selected as an astronaut in 2013 and later spent 272 days in space aboard the International Space Station.

Read more: https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-astronaut-andrew-morgan-retires/

05/28/2026

Fairview and Central students closed out the year with a Spanish Immersion Showcase that highlighted music, performance, and traditions from Hispanic countries.

Students took the stage with confidence and shared what they have been learning all year through songs and presentations that reflected culture and language in meaningful ways. This celebration showcased student growth and reminded us why immersive learning matters.

Thank you to our staff and families for supporting students throughout the year and helping make this end-of-year moment possible.

Photos by Carie Steelman

05/27/2026

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 College and Career Computer Awards and the Rotary Educational Scholarship!

Capital School District was proud to celebrate Dover High School seniors whose perseverance and future goals inspired everyone in attendance. Students shared plans for careers in nursing, psychology, pharmacy, HVAC, social work, radiology, accounting, and more, while recognizing the teachers, counselors, staff, and family members who supported them along the way.

Each recipient received a Chromebook to support their next chapter beyond DHS, and special congratulations to Vernon Joseph, recipient of the $1,000 Rotary Educational Scholarship. Every student honored represents the resilience and potential that make Senator Nation proud.

05/26/2026

East Dover Early Childhood Center celebrated Leadership Day last week, welcoming families and community guests into our building to see what leadership looks like for our Littlest Senators.

Visitors explored student leadership portfolios, learned about the 8 Habits as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School, visited classrooms, and heard how our students take on leadership roles through accountability partners and daily routines that build responsibility and confidence.

Thank you to everyone who attended, encouraged our students, and helped strengthen a culture of belonging, consistency, and coherence from the very start.

05/24/2026

As a reminder, there is no school for students and staff on Monday, May 25 due to the Memorial Day holiday. All schools and offices will be closed.

For current and upcoming school year calendars, please visit www. capital.k12.de.us

05/21/2026

As a reminder, there is no school for students on Friday, May 22, 2026 due to a scheduled Professional Learning Day.

For current and upcoming school year calendars, please visit www.capital.k12.de.us/calendar

Dover High School will be asynchronous.

05/20/2026

Booker T. Washington Elementary opened its doors last Friday for Leadership Day, and the building was full of energy, purpose, and pride.

Students led the way from start to finish, showcasing how the Leader in Me framework helps them set goals, reflect, and take ownership of their learning. Guests experienced the Growth Parade, chorus performances, student-guided tours, classroom learning highlights, and portfolio presentations, all led by students who spoke with confidence and clarity about their growth.

Thank you to everyone who showed up to celebrate our students, including staff, families, board members, and local leaders. When our community shows up like this, our students know they belong and their leadership matters.