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Congrats Class of 2025!
Cape High Child Nutrition Staff
We are grateful for our Child Nutrition staff who help keep our students fed so that they are always ready to learn!
2025 Secretary of Education Scholars
Congratulations to Kathryn Costello, Jenna Reinhold, Anna Beck and Darcy Crotty who were named as the Delaware Department of Education, Secretary of Education Scholars.
National Unified Champion School
Cape High Mock Trial Team
Certificate of Multiliteracy Ceremony
The Delaware Certificate of Multiliteracy, is awarded by the Delaware Department of Education to students who demonstrate proficiency in English and at least one other language.
Theatre Students Travel to Greece
Congratulations JROTC!
The JROTC Raider Team (Physical Fitness Team) won a fitness competition held at Appoquinimink High School.
FFA Students Show Off Baby Goats
Our FFA students brought baby goats to the Course Fair night at Cape High.
Congrats Future Educators!
Sean Schmitt, Alyssa Millman, Brielle Ross, Daniel Bila, and Laiya Ward (not pictured) were recognized for their commitment to furthering their education to become teachers.
DECA Students at State Conference
Students Conduct CRISPR Experiment
AP biology students had a unique experience when a team from ChristianaCare Gene Editing Institute spent the first half of the day in their classroom, conducting the CRISPR in a Box™ educational experiment.
Guidance Department
Our guidance department helped host a great course fair this year for incoming freshman students and families!
Wind Ensemble Composer Zoom
Students had the chance to receive feedback from composer, Dr. Staub, who arranged one of their performance pieces.
Cape High Culinary Team
The culinary students provided delicious food for the Beacon Heroes Breakfast.
CNS Taste Tests
The Child Nutrition Services department hosted taste tests for new cafeteria items during School Lunch Week.
Band Trip to California
Band members had the unique experience to play aboard the USS Midway.
CHICAGO: Teen Edition
Science Olympiad
The Science Olympiad Blue Team placed sixth out of 45 teams in the statewide Science Olympiad competition. The team also won 12 individual event medals.
Congratulations to Tierria Long!
Congratulations to Ms. Long who won the Kind Voices gift card raffle!
Our Promise
Excellence, Equity, and Responsiveness: Every Student, Every Classroom, Every Day
2025 Cape High Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Mr. Burkhart who is the 2026 Cape Henlopen High School Teacher of the Year AND 2026 District Teacher of the Year!
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 Paraeducator/Hall Monitor, Pam Elliott, CHHS's 2026 Educational Support Professional of the Year.
2024 Secretary of Education Scholars
Each year, Delaware’s Secretary of Education honors select students from the current graduating class for their exemplary work ethic, dedication and accomplishments both in and out of the classroom. These Secretary of Education Scholars maintain qualities critical to making a significant difference in their lives and also the lives of others. Students are chosen by their principals for their academic records and community service. The number of scholars from each school is based on enrollment. Congratulations to Sophia Chilelli, Morgan Newcomb and Ashley Carrier who were selected from Cape High.
News & Announcements
![Cape High Students Bring Physics to Life for Lewes Elementary Learners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762282385/capehenlopenschoolscom/itf7qj5sqbltvdx9ft4l/CPPhysicsVisits4thGrade.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762282385/capehenlopenschoolscom/itf7qj5sqbltvdx9ft4l/CPPhysicsVisits4thGrade.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762282385/capehenlopenschoolscom/itf7qj5sqbltvdx9ft4l/CPPhysicsVisits4thGrade.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762282385/capehenlopenschoolscom/itf7qj5sqbltvdx9ft4l/CPPhysicsVisits4thGrade.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1762282385/capehenlopenschoolscom/itf7qj5sqbltvdx9ft4l/CPPhysicsVisits4thGrade.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1762282385/capehenlopenschoolscom/itf7qj5sqbltvdx9ft4l/CPPhysicsVisits4thGrade.jpg","width":2200}])
High school and elementary students came together for a hands-on science experience that blended curiosity, collaboration, and creativity.
![True Blue Jazz Donates Piano to Cape Henlopen High School Music Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761758423/capehenlopenschoolscom/n2sdi1e2kxw91z9otedz/Pianodonation.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761758423/capehenlopenschoolscom/n2sdi1e2kxw91z9otedz/Pianodonation.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761758423/capehenlopenschoolscom/n2sdi1e2kxw91z9otedz/Pianodonation.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761758423/capehenlopenschoolscom/n2sdi1e2kxw91z9otedz/Pianodonation.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761758423/capehenlopenschoolscom/n2sdi1e2kxw91z9otedz/Pianodonation.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761758423/capehenlopenschoolscom/n2sdi1e2kxw91z9otedz/Pianodonation.jpg","width":2200}])
On October 21, a 9 ft Baldwin concert grand piano was donated to Cape Henlopen High School by the True Blue Jazz organization.
![Tradition Continues with Class of 2025 Drone Photo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761759618/capehenlopenschoolscom/lzhbkgztqhqltzltnnlb/Classof2026Aerial.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761759618/capehenlopenschoolscom/lzhbkgztqhqltzltnnlb/Classof2026Aerial.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761759618/capehenlopenschoolscom/lzhbkgztqhqltzltnnlb/Classof2026Aerial.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761759618/capehenlopenschoolscom/lzhbkgztqhqltzltnnlb/Classof2026Aerial.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761759618/capehenlopenschoolscom/lzhbkgztqhqltzltnnlb/Classof2026Aerial.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761759618/capehenlopenschoolscom/lzhbkgztqhqltzltnnlb/Classof2026Aerial.jpg","width":2200}])
On the morning of October 21st, the current senior class gathered on the football field at Legends Stadium, to form a giant '26’, their graduation year.
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Cape Henlopen High School driver’s ed students recently participated in an engaging and impactful safety presentation hosted by the Delaware State Police Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement.
![Cape High & Lewes Elementary School Host Hispanic Heritage Celebrations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761581997/capehenlopenschoolscom/yro2wevjlopelrn02qxv/HispanicHeritagecelebration.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761581997/capehenlopenschoolscom/yro2wevjlopelrn02qxv/HispanicHeritagecelebration.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761581997/capehenlopenschoolscom/yro2wevjlopelrn02qxv/HispanicHeritagecelebration.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761581997/capehenlopenschoolscom/yro2wevjlopelrn02qxv/HispanicHeritagecelebration.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761581997/capehenlopenschoolscom/yro2wevjlopelrn02qxv/HispanicHeritagecelebration.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761581997/capehenlopenschoolscom/yro2wevjlopelrn02qxv/HispanicHeritagecelebration.jpg","width":2200}])
Schools throughout the Cape District celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month in a variety of ways. Cape High and Lewes Elementary hosted celebrations with families and classmates.
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Four Cape Henlopen High School students have been recognized as Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program, for their outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and dedication to excellence.
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