❄️ Weather Update – School Closure ❄️
Due to inclement weather, Mid-Del Schools will be
CLOSED on Monday, January 26, 2026. This will be a traditional
snow day, and no classes will be held.
Mid-Del Technology Center will also be closed.
Please stay warm and safe!
#mdpurpose
Due to inclement weather, Mid-Del Schools will be
CLOSED on Monday, January 26, 2026. This will be a traditional
snow day, and no classes will be held.
Mid-Del Technology Center will also be closed.
Please stay warm and safe!
#mdpurpose

Weather Update – Remote Learning Day
Due to inclement weather, Friday, January 23, will be a REMOTE LEARNING DAY for all Mid-Del students.
Students should follow the remote learning schedule posted on their school’s website and watch for communication from their teachers regarding assignments and expectations.
Please note: Mid-Del Technology Center daytime classes are canceled for Friday, January 23.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support. Please stay safe and warm.
#MidDelSchools #OneDistrictOneFamily
Due to inclement weather, Friday, January 23, will be a REMOTE LEARNING DAY for all Mid-Del students.
Students should follow the remote learning schedule posted on their school’s website and watch for communication from their teachers regarding assignments and expectations.
Please note: Mid-Del Technology Center daytime classes are canceled for Friday, January 23.
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support. Please stay safe and warm.
#MidDelSchools #OneDistrictOneFamily

⭐️Attendance All-Stars! ⭐️
We are so proud of our Barnes Bluejays who had outstanding attendance during the 2nd 9 weeks of school! Students who missed 0, 1, or 2 days got to sign our Attendance All-Stars boards.
Great attendance helps our Bluejays learn, grow, and soar! Keep it up!
We are so proud of our Barnes Bluejays who had outstanding attendance during the 2nd 9 weeks of school! Students who missed 0, 1, or 2 days got to sign our Attendance All-Stars boards.
Great attendance helps our Bluejays learn, grow, and soar! Keep it up!





Congrats to our students who made the principal’s and teacher’s honor roll for the 2nd quarter!
Congratulations to our amazing students for their outstanding achievements in the second nine weeks! We are thrilled to recognize our Principal's Honor Roll students for earning all A's—your hard work and dedication truly shine! We are also thrilled to recognize our Teacher's Honor Roll students, who achieved A's and B's. Your commitment to excellence is inspiring! Keep up the fantastic work, everyone! We’re so proud of you!
Congratulations to our amazing students for their outstanding achievements in the second nine weeks! We are thrilled to recognize our Principal's Honor Roll students for earning all A's—your hard work and dedication truly shine! We are also thrilled to recognize our Teacher's Honor Roll students, who achieved A's and B's. Your commitment to excellence is inspiring! Keep up the fantastic work, everyone! We’re so proud of you!






Thank you Dr. Jason Banister and The Mary Banister Foundation for the generous coat donation.

💙January Teacher of the Month! 💙
Congratulations to Mrs. Curren, our Barnes Teacher of the Month for January! 🎉 She was selected for Habit 4: Think Win-Win, which she demonstrates through collaboration, teamwork, and thoughtful problem-solving every day.
In addition to her work in the classroom, Mrs. Curren leads our Bluejay Crew, Jazzy Jays, and organizes school plays and assemblies. She consistently brings people together to create meaningful experiences for our students and school community.
We are so thankful for her leadership and dedication to Barnes. Congratulations, Mrs. Curren!
Congratulations to Mrs. Curren, our Barnes Teacher of the Month for January! 🎉 She was selected for Habit 4: Think Win-Win, which she demonstrates through collaboration, teamwork, and thoughtful problem-solving every day.
In addition to her work in the classroom, Mrs. Curren leads our Bluejay Crew, Jazzy Jays, and organizes school plays and assemblies. She consistently brings people together to create meaningful experiences for our students and school community.
We are so thankful for her leadership and dedication to Barnes. Congratulations, Mrs. Curren!

Congratulations to our January ABC Award Winners! We are so proud to announce the students who have been selected for the ABC Awards this month! These students were chosen for their outstanding achievements in Academics, Behavior, and Character. They have truly demonstrated what it means to be role models in our school community. Keep up the amazing work!




Dress Up Days for February's Kindness Week.

Our Blue Jays are giving Barnes the gift of positive words this holiday season.







Mr. Becker and Mrs. Paris helping out our amazing cafeteria ladies serve food and spread holiday cheer.


Winter Dress up Days schedule reminder for those that want to participate.
We are so proud of our Jazzy Jays. They did an amazing job singing at Penn Square Mall today.

Just a little something to say thank you to Dr. Jason Banister and the Mary Banister Foundation. We appreciate your time and generosity in helping Mid-Del staff and students.

December Teacher of the Month!
Congratulations to Mrs. Warlick, our Barnes Teacher of the Month for December! She was selected for the Habit “Put First Things First”—a habit she models daily through responsibility, strong organization, and the ability to prioritize what matters most for her students.
Mrs. Warlick consistently ensures that learning comes first while balancing responsibilities with care and dedication. We are so thankful for everything she does for our Bluejays!
Congratulations to Mrs. Warlick, our Barnes Teacher of the Month for December! She was selected for the Habit “Put First Things First”—a habit she models daily through responsibility, strong organization, and the ability to prioritize what matters most for her students.
Mrs. Warlick consistently ensures that learning comes first while balancing responsibilities with care and dedication. We are so thankful for everything she does for our Bluejays!

Congratulations to Mrs. Cranford and Mrs. Shepherd, our Cocoa & Commitment Award winners.
These veteran teachers continue to show a deep commitment to our school, our students, and our mission at Barnes. Their experience, leadership, and heart make a difference every day—and we are so grateful for everything they do!
Thank you, Mrs. Cranford and Mrs. Shepherd, for your commitment and continued passion for education—you help our Bluejays soar! We’re so proud of you both—enjoy that well-earned hot chocolate! ☕️
These veteran teachers continue to show a deep commitment to our school, our students, and our mission at Barnes. Their experience, leadership, and heart make a difference every day—and we are so grateful for everything they do!
Thank you, Mrs. Cranford and Mrs. Shepherd, for your commitment and continued passion for education—you help our Bluejays soar! We’re so proud of you both—enjoy that well-earned hot chocolate! ☕️

Congratulations to Mrs. Hunt and Mrs. Cotton, our Hot Chocolate Hustle Award winners! These amazing teachers are newer to the profession, but you would never know it—because they show tremendous hustle, heart, and dedication every single day.
From jumping in wherever they’re needed to giving their best for students, they are shining examples of what it means to be a Barnes Bluejay educator.
We’re so proud of you both—enjoy that well-earned hot chocolate! ☕️
From jumping in wherever they’re needed to giving their best for students, they are shining examples of what it means to be a Barnes Bluejay educator.
We’re so proud of you both—enjoy that well-earned hot chocolate! ☕️

December Students of the Month!
We’re excited to honor our Students of the Month for December! These outstanding Bluejays have shown strong academics, respectful behavior, and wonderful character all throughout the month.
We’re so proud of the leadership and kindness they show every day. Thank you for representing Barnes so well and setting such a positive example for everyone around you—keep shining and making us proud!
We’re excited to honor our Students of the Month for December! These outstanding Bluejays have shown strong academics, respectful behavior, and wonderful character all throughout the month.
We’re so proud of the leadership and kindness they show every day. Thank you for representing Barnes so well and setting such a positive example for everyone around you—keep shining and making us proud!





REMOTE LEARNING DAY – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2025
Due to inclement weather, all Mid-Del students will shift to remote learning on Thursday. Students should follow the learning plans and assignments posted on their school webpages and Canvas accounts.
Thank you for your flexibility, and please stay safe and warm, Mid-Del!
#mdpurpose #OneDistrictOneFamily
Due to inclement weather, all Mid-Del students will shift to remote learning on Thursday. Students should follow the learning plans and assignments posted on their school webpages and Canvas accounts.
Thank you for your flexibility, and please stay safe and warm, Mid-Del!
#mdpurpose #OneDistrictOneFamily

Congratulations to Our November Teacher of the Month!
Mrs. Shepherd, one of our amazing 3rd grade teachers, was selected for the Habit “Begin With the End in Mind.” She is a wonderful example of thoughtful planning, strong organization, and intentional teaching that helps her students grow and succeed every day.
We’re so thankful for all she brings to our Bluejay family — congratulations, Mrs. Shepherd!
Mrs. Shepherd, one of our amazing 3rd grade teachers, was selected for the Habit “Begin With the End in Mind.” She is a wonderful example of thoughtful planning, strong organization, and intentional teaching that helps her students grow and succeed every day.
We’re so thankful for all she brings to our Bluejay family — congratulations, Mrs. Shepherd!

