Coopers Elementary School

Good afternoon. Transportation has informed us that Bus #71 will now be Bus #348. If you are a Bus 71 rider, please look for Bus #348 from now on. Thank you!

Good Evening Bulldogs, I hope everyone has had a restful weekend and that our students are ready to get back to learning. This week a dental bus will be on site for the parents who opted their children in to have their teeth checked. This will take place during the students’ enhancement time and not their CORE instruction. This week, on Tuesday, we also have our Candyman Main Event. Students who sold enough items will be able to attend. Please make sure students wear comfortable clothing this day. Also, on Tuesday, our Candyman items will be delivered to school. Parents, please come to the school to pick up your child’s Candyman order between the times of 3:30-5:30pm on Tuesday. Please report straight to the gym. We ask that parents try their absolute best to pick up Candyman orders during this timeframe because the Nash County Parks and Rec uses our gym nightly. We do not want orders to get mixed up or go missing. If you have a child that is a car rider, please swing by the gym and pick the order up before leaving campus. You will receive a copy of the order form so grandparents or whoever is in the carline can pick up the items for you. Last but not least, this is a reminder that our students attend school all of this week and then two days the following week. Students are out for the holiday starting on Wednesday November 27th. I hope everyone has a wonderful evening and I look forward to seeing everyone in the morning.

On Tuesday, November 12, our fourth and fifth grade teachers and students proudly hosted a heartfelt Veterans Day breakfast in the Media Center. Parent volunteers, staff, and students welcomed and served our cherished veterans with warmth and gratitude. The room buzzed with excitement as stories of service were shared and connections deepened, making our veterans feel celebrated and appreciated. The morning began with a warm welcome from a fourth grade student, Eden White, followed by a thoughtful blessing over the food by fifth grade student leader Carter Jenkins. Throughout the event, veterans exchanged stories with one another and with the eager fourth and fifth grade students in attendance, fostering meaningful conversations and connections. Fifth graders Kamryn Harris and Aryana Rivera closed the breakfast with a touching poem and closing remarks. As a special tribute, Mrs. Lora Pittman, our Media Coordinator, and Mrs. Lisa Taylor, our Music Teacher, sang “God Bless the USA,” filling the room with pride as our veterans began their Honor Walk through the hallways of Coopers Elementary. It was a truly moving moment as students of all ages lined the halls, waving American flags and cheering on our heroes. The Honor Walk was a sight to behold, filled with respect, gratitude, and joy. The day concluded with a group photo capturing this unforgettable celebration of service and sacrifice. Thank you to all who made this event possible and to the veterans who inspire us daily. You are deeply appreciated and forever honored at Coopers Elementary! To view the video highlighting this precious event, click here: https://shorturl.at/3UQsC

We are thrilled to share the success of our Pinktober Event that was held during the week of October 14 to support breast cancer awareness. Our amazing bulldog students showed their spirit and support by participating in a PINK OUT event to start the week! Mrs. Adkins ACE Club students led a special fundraiser later in the week where students had the chance to purchase blow pops for $1.00. To top it off, students donned their favorite hats on Friday with a $1.00 donation to the cause. Thanks to the incredible generosity and enthusiasm of our bulldog family, we raised $1,113.36! Mrs. Adkins and her ACE Club proudly presented the funds to Ms. Magan Smith from the foundation. Ms. Smith shared that the donation would help purchase a heated massage chair for cancer patients to use while receiving their infusions - a small comfort to bring warmth and relief during a challenging time. We are deeply touched and grateful for all the support from our families. Thank you for making a difference!

Coopers Elementary thanks you and your family for being our valued partners as we work together to educate the children in our district. Nash County Public Schools values input from our community – and we need to hear from your child or children! Students are important partners as we work to improve our communication, academic program and overall experience for everyone through our district strategic plan. In order to learn more about student experiences at school, we will be asking for your child’s feedback via an online survey they will be completing at school between December 2 - 13th. The survey takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. We are asking that all of our students in grades 4 and up participate in the surveys, as their feedback will provide invaluable insights into their experiences and how we can improve and adapt to better meet their needs. If a student doesn’t feel like they have enough information to answer a question, they will be able to skip the item altogether. We are not using student names so surveys will be anonymous. We are partnering with a third-party vendor to support us in administering these surveys. The survey content will ask students to self-reflect on School Climate, Teacher-Student Relationships, School Safety, and expectations. Surveys are available for preview on the district’s website. LINK TO QUESTIONS-> https://www.ncpschools.net/article/1876919 Please notify us if you would like your child to opt out of taking the surveys by contacting the school at (252)937-9035 no later than November 25. Thank you for your support of Coopers Elementary.

Bulldog Families, we have a sweet announcement to share! The final Candy Man results are in, and we are thrilled to announce our top three selling families! 🥇 First Place: Congratulations to the Sparks family for selling an impressive 70 items! They’ve earned the chance to spin the money wheel and win BIG at the Main Event! 🥈 Second Place: The Colonna family sold 55 items, earning a well - deserved $75 in cash! 🥉 Third Place: The Smith family secured their top spot by selling 47 items! Great work, bulldogs! Our Main Event and Gaming Truck celebration will be happening on Tuesday, November 19. This event promises to be LOUD, FUN, and packed with excited bulldog students who supported our Candyman Fundraiser! Additionally, families can begin picking up their Candy Man orders Tuesday afternoon in the gym. To avoid conflicts with other evening events in the gym next week, please make every effort to pick up orders on Tuesday between 3:30 - 5:30 PM. Lastly, we need your help to ensure a smooth order pick up! If you’re available to volunteer, especially on Tuesday, November 19, please sign up using the link here: https://bit.ly/48QbOwG. Your support is greatly appreciated!

The big day is here! That's right bulldogs, tonight is the night for our annual STREAM Night! We have been working hard behind the scenes to make this evening a night to remember for you and your families. If you and your family completed the registration process early, your child, or children, will be bringing home a paper copy of their registration form today. Please check their backpack carefully for this important piece of paper before coming to STREAM Night! This will eliminate the need for you and your family to wait in the registration line this evening. If you misplace or forget your form, don't worry, we will have an extra copy on hand for you. If you and your family missed early registration you will be able to register on site this evening when you arrive on campus. There will be plenty of friendly faces to help you! We hope to see you this evening beginning at 5:15 in the gym with amazing exhibits led by local community members and many of our own bulldog students! Don't forget to bring your wallet! We will have plenty of snacks and treats available for purchase at the Snack Shack. See you tonight, bulldogs!

Attention bulldog families! Early registration for our annual STREAM Night on Thursday, November 14 is closing TODAY at 11:30AM. If you and your family register during our Early Registration period your child will receive a copy of your registration ticket on Thursday. This will eliminate the need to stand in line at the Registration Table at the event! If you are unable to register ahead of the event, don't worry! You and your family can register for the sessions that you would like to attend at the event when you arrive on Thursday. We are pleased to announce that the following sessions are SOLD OUT and can not accommodate any other scientists: Turkey Takeoff (1), LEGO Robotics (1), Saddle Up for STEM (1), Floating to Freedom (1), Saddle Up for STEM (2), LEGO Robotics (2), Floating to Freedom (2), Turkey Takeoff (2), Don't delay, bulldogs, Early Registration closes soon on our CheddarUp Page. To register, click here: https://bit.ly/40BxevK

This Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication inspire us daily! Tomorrow, we will welcome veterans from our community for our Veterans Day breakfast in the Media Center. While the invitation was open to all, we kindly remind everyone that a completed form was needed to confirm attendance. Thank you for your understanding as we prepare for this meaningful event! To show our appreciation for our veterans, we encourage all students to wear red, white, and blue tomorrow as a tribute to the veterans who have protected our freedom and made tremendous sacrifices for our nation. Thank you to all our veterans! Today and every day, we honor and thank you for your sacrifice.

Good Evening Bulldogs, It’s been another fantastic week as a bulldog! A reminder that, in observance of Veteran’s Day, there will be no school tomorrow. Students will return on Tuesday, and that morning, we’re hosting a Veteran’s Day breakfast for those who signed up. We look forward to welcoming our veterans and giving our students the chance to meet and thank them. There will also be a Veterans’ Walk inside the building. To show our appreciation, we encourage everyone to wear red, white, and blue to honor our veterans. Tuesday is also our Fall individual retake picture day. If your child missed picture day in October, they will have their picture taken Tuesday. All students are required to take a picture, which will also be used in the yearbook. This Wednesday we have our mass vision screenings for our 1st, 3rd, and 5th graders. If you do not want your child to get their eyes checked, please send a message to child’s teacher. This Thursday is our STREAM night. Get ready for an evening packed with hands - on activities in Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math! These activities are perfect for curious minds of all ages. From Lego Robotics, to the Science of Milking Cows and everything in between, there is truly a session for everyone to enjoy. Last week, students took home a paper copy of the flyer that included all of the details for this event, including session times and descriptions. For a faster, easier experience, we strongly encourage families to register online through our CheddarUp Page. Sessions are filling up quickly, so don't miss out! Act fast, bulldogs, registration closes tomorrow! We hope to see you and your family there! To register, click here: https://bit.ly/40BxevK Finally, we want to give a big shout-out to Ms. Caroline Hickey, our incredible school psychologist! This week is School Psychologist Week, and we’re so grateful to have Ms. Hickey on our team. She is truly amazing! I hope everyone enjoys the extra day at home. Guardians, please remember to check our school’s website for upcoming events. Take care and have a great evening.

Hello Stakeholders, We invite all of you to share your feedback on your experience during the first nine weeks of school this year. Your honest feedback are valuable to us as we work to improve in areas that need growth and build on our strengths. We appreciate your time and input. Thank you! https://forms.gle/zJK7K7LdpRVWfNG98

Happy National STEM Day! Today, we celebrate the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math! From building bridges and coding apps to experimenting in the lab and solving real - world challenges, STEM skills pave the way for innovation and creativity. We are so excited that so many of these important skills will be on display for our students to learn about and engage with at our annual STREAM Night on Thursday, November 14. These activities are perfect for curious minds of all ages. Our sessions are filling up FAST and we are pleased to announce that we have three sessions in SESSION ONE that are fully booked: Lego Robotics, Saddle Up for Horse Care, and Turkey Takeoff! We have ONE session in SESSION TWO that is fully booked: Lego Robotics. We can not accept additional registrations for these sessions. Don't delay, bulldogs, register today! We strongly encourage families to register online through our CheddarUp Page. We hope to see you and your family there! To register, click here: https://bit.ly/40BxevK

Hey bulldog families! Tomorrow is Hat Day at Coopers Elementary! For just a $1.00 donation, your child can wear their favorite hat and help support our Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS) Team. Funds raised go directly towards exciting student incentives and celebrations here on campus, like our CHAMPS Store! We are looking forward to the CHAMPS Store opening soon and we know that our students are, too. On our last Hat Day, we raised an impressive $291.00! Let's beat it, bulldogs! Thank you for your continued support of our students and staff. We hope to see your child in a hat tomorrow!

Exciting news, bulldog families! Our annual STREAM Night is almost here! Get ready for an evening packed with hands - on activities in Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math! These activities are perfect for curious minds of all ages. From Lego Robotics, to the Science of Milking Cows and everything in between, there is truly a session for everyone to enjoy. Today, students brought home a paper copy of the flyer that included all of the details of this event, including session times and descriptions. For a faster, easier experience, we strongly encourage families to register online through our CheddarUp Page. Sessions are filling up quickly, so don't miss out! Act fast, bulldogs, registration closes one week from today! We hope to see you and your family there! To register, click here: https://bit.ly/40BxevK

Good Evening Bulldogs, Over the next few weeks, students in grades 4 and 5 will be trained on utilizing the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System. The system allows students and staff to anonymously report safety concerns to a national multilingual crisis center that is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Students will learn how to use the system and how to spot signs of at-risk behaviors, potential violence and other safety concerns that should be reported. Submitted tips are received by a national multilingual crisis center, then sent to local school leaders and, when necessary, to local 911 centers for immediate response. This system gives our students and staff an additional tool to prevent acts of violence and provide assistance to students in crisis. Say Something is intended to be used by students in grades 4-12, and by staff, and is currently utilized by our middle and high schools. More than 5,000 schools nationwide are using this program, which is offered by Sandy Hook Promise, a national nonprofit organization. Thank you for your understanding. Please contact the school's administration if you have any questions.

A HOWLING thank you to our BOO - tiful bulldog families that made our Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 31 a success. This event was filled with spook - tacular fun, and it wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support of our families. We are grateful for each of you who took time out of your busy day to join us and celebrate our bulldog students and their positive behavior. Check out the video to see all the FANG - TASTIC trunks our families put together! Following the event, our students and staff had the frightfully fun task of voting for their favorite trunk. With so many creative entries, choosing a winner was no easy feat. Video Link: https://bit.ly/4fcimID Watch closely to see which trunk was crowned our Trunk or Treat Champion of 2024! If it was you, please visit Mrs. Lane on campus to collect your prize! Thank you again to all of our families for making this Halloween at Coopers Elementary School one to remember!

Our amazing Enhancement Teachers are in need of empty paper towel rolls for their STREAM Night session. If you have any empty rolls at home, please consider donating them to support this learning activity! You can drop them off in the front office or send them to your child's homeroom teacher. We will work together to make sure that they get to the Enhancement Team for their session. Thank you for your help!

Save the date, bulldogs! You and your family are invited to an exciting evening of hands on learning and fun at our STREAM Night on Thursday, November 14, from 5:15 PM to 7:15 PM! Explore engaging activities across all grade levels and discover what your children are learning in science, technology, reading, engineering, arts, and math. This is a fantastic opportunity for families to enjoy an evening of fun and learning together. Stay tuned for additional information about how you and your family can register to attend. Don't miss out on an amazing evening filled with creativity and exploration!

Good Evening Bulldogs, Last week was filled with learning, fun, and celebrations! All of our winners have been announced in our ROOMs app and posted on our live feed on our school’s website. This week, we’re getting back to business! Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will be taking their first NC Check-In assessments, so please ensure they get a good night's sleep, have breakfast, and arrive at school on time. Our kindergarten students have an exciting field trip planned for Friday to “It’s A Zoo Life.” If your child is in kindergarten, please remember to sign and return the permission slip—it's required for them to participate. Just a reminder that next Monday, the 11th, is Veterans Day, and there will be no school. On Tuesday, the 12th, we’ll host a Veterans Day breakfast at our school to honor the Veterans in our community. If you know a Veteran, we would love for them to join us for this special celebration. Please check our website or Facebook page for more details. Next Tuesday, the 12th, is our fall retake picture day for students. If your child missed picture day in October or if you'd like them to have a retake, this will be their opportunity. Please be sure to mark next Thursday, the 14th, on your calendar for our STREAM Night! Last year, students and families had a fantastic time, and we’re excited to welcome everyone back for an evening of learning and fun. STREAM Night kicks off at 5:15 pm with exhibits in the gym, followed by the first session from 6:05-6:35 pm and the final session from 6:45-7:15 pm. More details will be shared soon! I’m looking forward to another great week as a proud “Bulldog.” Wishing everyone a wonderful evening!

We were absolutely blown away by the creativity and effort from all of our participants in the annual Pumpkin Decorating and Creative Writing contest! From SPOOKY stories to BEAUTIFULLY decorate pumpkins, each entry showcased the incredible talent of our Coopers Elementary students. Check out this year's winners here: https://bit.ly/4eeaGUV A huge thank you to our amazing community judges who took the time to review each unique entry and help us select our winners. We also want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the parent volunteers who assisted with the morning check in process and those who worked swiftly to transform the gym from a Halloween extravaganza to an Awards Day ready celebration! Your support means so much to our students AND school. Congratulations, bulldogs! We hope that you enjoy your gift card and bag of sweet treats. Families, it's never too early to begin thinking about next year's pumpkin or writing entry!