Family Math and Science Night

Delano works with the Memphis Urban Systemic Initiative to improve learning in math and science.  Students are involved in hands-on activities to increase achievement in these two areas.  Parents are encouraged to attend our Family Math and Science activity sessions.

Reading Renaissance

Accelerated Reader is used at Delano, and positive results have been seen on reading achievement tests.  The program encourages readers to score 85% or higher on a computerized comprehension test.  Reading Renaissance has placed more emphasis on discussions with others.  Students keep a log of their reading.  During the last school term, students scored over 19,900 points and used those points to purchase incentives in the Reading Renaissance Store.  The program involves reading to others, reading with others, and reading independently.  Parent participation in this program has been very helpful.  We encourage you to volunteer in a classroom any day from 7:45 – 8:15 to assist with this reading program.

Science Fair

The Science Fair is held in the spring. It is expected that each student in grades four through six prepare a science project as part of their science grade. Primary students will develop a class project.

Spelling Bee

Delano will hold a spelling bee for intermediate students (grades 4-6). The winner of the intermediate spelling bee will represent Delano in the county-wide spelling bee in the spring.

Club and Extracurricular Activities

Delano has numerous clubs including National Junior Beta Club, a Computer Club for each grade, Music, Arts and Crafts Club, Pompon Squad, Computer Club, Delano Jumpers Club, Cupstacking Club, Lions’ Roar, Library Assistants Club, Soccer Club, Yearbook Club, Safety Patrol Club, Beta Club and DTV. Clubs will meet on a monthly basis after school. We encourage participation of every child.

Delano Yearbook

Delano offers a memory book that will be a reminder of the years at Delano long after students have gone on to other schools. The yearbook is well worth the cost, which is determined by the number of students who order books. The Yearbook Club works with the yearbook sponsors to provide many candid shots of activities at the school.