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🗓️ As you make vacation plans this year, remember that missing school can impact your child's learning and success, and it also affects attendance laws. Please schedule trips following the holidays on the CISD calendar to ensure compliance and support your child's education. https://www.coppellisd.com/o/cisd/page/calendar #CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #PlanAhead #EducationFirst #EveryDayCounts #StartStrongCISD 🏫🌟📚

Join CISD for the Annual Community Tailgate featuring food, fun and games from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. before the Oct. 25 Coppell Cowboys Football game vs. Denton Braswell. The event will take place indoors at the CHS Cafeteria Commons. Dickey’s BBQ meals will be sold in advance for $10 each, including a brisket or turkey sandwich meal or a vegetarian baked potato. Order your meals via SchoolPay at go.coppellisd.com/24TailgateMeal by Oct. 18, and be sure to present your receipt at the Community Tailgate to redeem. Game tickets are purchased separately, and kickoff will be at 7 p.m.

Both CHS and New Tech High @ Coppell have achieved exceptional recognition in academic excellence. New Tech High @ Coppell has been recognized with the prestigious Platinum Level distinction on the AP Honor Roll — the highest level available — a testament to its unwavering commitment to academic rigor and student success. This achievement highlights the school's dedication to offering Advanced Placement (AP) courses and providing students with the resources and support needed to excel in these challenging academic pursuits. This is the second year that New Tech has made the AP Honor Roll and the first time it has achieved the highest level of Platinum. CHS has secured the Gold Level AP Honor Roll distinction. This recognition reflects the school's dedication to expanding access to Advanced Placement courses and ensuring that its students have the opportunity to engage in rigorous college-level coursework. This commitment to fostering a culture of taking AP-level courses begins at CHS9, which is 25 percent of a CHS student’s high school career.

🌟 While attendance is important, the health of our students and schools comes first. 🌟 If your child is feeling unwell, please keep them home. Allowing a child with a fever to attend school can increase the risk of spreading illness to classmates and teachers, affecting everyone's well-being. Let's prioritize health and safety to maintain a positive learning environment for all. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! #CoppellISD #HealthFirst #AttendanceMatters #StayHomeWhenSick #HealthyLearning 🏫💙

October is National Dyslexia Awareness Month. CISD will raise awareness on each campus with a variety of events and activities. On Oct. 10, all CISD students and staff are encouraged to "Light It RED for Dyslexia" by wearing red to school. Learn more about CISD Intervention Services/Dyslexia HERE. Additional resources include the Texas Dyslexia Handbook, and the International Dyslexia Association Handbook.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. STOMP Out Bullying, the leading national anti-bullying and cyberbullying organization for kids and teens, created the World Day of Bullying Prevention, which is Monday, Oct. 7. CISD is participating this year by asking staff, students and the community to #BeKind #BlueUp on #BlueShirtDay on Monday, Oct. 7, by wearing blue that day. Join us in helping to prevent bullying and promote kindness.

Seniors at New Tech High @ Coppell recently participated in the school’s annual Senior Charity Showcase, which highlights the Project-Based Learning happening at the school. At the event, students showcased their research on various charities and presented their findings to evaluators, including district administrators, CISD Trustees and community members. As part of the project, students explored each charity's mission, purpose, reach, financials, and other critical data, compiling this information into both verbal and visual presentations. Teams also developed strategies to engage the New Tech community in fundraising initiatives for the chosen charity. Each team member delivered an individual pitch to the evaluators, honing their public speaking, research and analytical skills. This project strengthens students' abilities to analyze real-world organizations and equips them with valuable skills for future careers, where research, communication and presentation expertise are key.

📈 Did you know? When student attendance increases, it directly impacts state funding allocated to support crucial programs that enhance student performance and engagement. Additionally, higher attendance rates can help districts secure additional funding from federal and other sources. Let's work together to reach our goal of 97% attendance! Every day counts for our students' success. #CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #StartStrongCISD #StudentSuccess #FundingEducation #EveryDayCounts 🏫💼

🎉 Huge congratulations to the Coppell High School Speech and Debate team for being ranked #38 in the nation out of over 3,000 high school debate programs by the National Speech and Debate Association! 🏆🎤 This outstanding achievement reflects the team’s incredible dedication and commitment to excellence, guided by the leadership of Debate Director Dr. Jason Sykes and Coaches SunHee Simon and Eric Melin. 👏✨ Being among the top 100 schools in the nation is no small feat—way to go, Coppell Debate! 🔥 #CoppellPride #SpeechAndDebate #ExcellenceInAction #MyHomeIsCISD

🌟 Attendance Matters. . .You Matter! 🌟 Pro Parenting Tip: When scheduling dentist and doctor appointments, opt for times outside of school hours whenever possible. If afternoon appointments are necessary, ensure they do not require your child to be marked absent for the day. Thank you for helping us prioritize attendance and support your child's learning journey! #CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #StartStrongCISD #ParentingTip #EveryDayCounts #YouMatter 🏫💙

Coppell Middle School North has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Middle School Principal STEM Award, which comes with a grant exceeding $7,000 to support its Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programs. The award, part of a new initiative by the Region 10 Educational Service Center in partnership with Communities Foundation of Texas, Educate Texas, and local STEM professionals, celebrates schools demonstrating excellence in STEM education. CMS North was recognized as a leader among suburban schools for its innovative approaches to STEM teaching and learning. The funds will be used to further enhance STEM opportunities for students, fostering creativity, problem-solving skills and a passion for technology and science. A recent example of STEM at CMS North is when 7th grade science students created Solar S’mores to learn about the three different types of thermal energy transfer — convection, conduction and radiation. Read more at go.coppellisd.com/NorthSTEM.

🌟 Don't miss out! Tune into YouTube each week to #CatchupWithHunt 🎥 This week, join Dr. Hunt and CHS Principal Laura Springer at the CISD 2024 Homecoming Parade! 🎉👑 Featuring CHS Homecoming Queen nominee Sweetie Ansah and Homecoming King nominee J McGill, it's a celebration you won't want to miss. See you there! #CHSHomecoming #CISDHomecoming #CatchupWithHunt https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSeoljYiQ1Q

Coppell Cozby Library Lecture for Fentanyl in Coppell - Meeting Room AB Saturday, September 28, 2024 2:00pm - 4:00pm This program is sponsored by the Community Builders Committee. Assistant Special Agent, W. Baker from the DEA's Dallas home office will present on the drug fentanyl. In addition, Byron Mitchell, a CISD school resource officer will speak about the drug's presence in the schools. Shawna Houle, a healthcare leader at Parkland Hospital and a Coppell mom will share her personal experience. And Bethany, the manager at Life Safety Park in Coppell will speak about administering Narcan. You do not want to miss this event!

📝 Just a friendly reminder for our CISD parents: When your child is absent from school, please ensure you use the School Absence Note Form to share a reason for an absence. Failure to provide any note within 3 school days of the student’s return to school may result in an unexcused absence. Some absence types will require that documentation be uploaded for campus consideration. The form is available at www.coppellisd.com/attendance. Your cooperation helps us maintain accurate attendance records and support your child's educational journey! When students are absent — regardless of the reason — they miss out on the instruction and practice that keeps their learning on track. This puts them at a disadvantage compared to their peers and could become a problem during progress monitoring and assessment, causing them to fall behind academically. #CoppellISD #AttendanceRecords #ParentalSupport #EveryDayCounts #StudentSuccess 🏫💻

The CMS East Band is playing a winning tune on the national stage, as both the Honor Winds and Symphonic Band have been named National Winners in the Foundation for Music Education's prestigious Mark of Excellence and Citation of Excellence competition. Out of more than 450 entries from 40 states, CMS East's bands rose to the top in the Class AA category, earning recognition as one of the best middle school band programs in the country. Congratulations to the talented 2023-2024 Honor Winds and Symphonic Band members and their directors Steve McGrew and Katherine Rivera for their outstanding achievement!

🌟 Recently, Lakeside Elementary and Valley Ranch Elementary hosted their heartwarming Special Friends Days! 💖🎉 Students had the chance to share a special day with their loved ones, creating lasting memories and strengthening the bonds between school, family, and community. 👫📚 It was a wonderful celebration of friendship, connection, and togetherness! 💫 #SpecialFriendsDay #FamilyAndCommunity #LakesideElementary #ValleyRanchElementary #MyHomeIsCISD

📝 Parents, a quick reminder regarding doctor or dentist appointments for your child: If your child has an appointment with a healthcare professional and returns to school on the same day, they are not considered absent if you provide a note from the doctor's office. Please ensure make-up work is completed within the teacher's specified timeframe. Thank you for helping us prioritize attendance and academic success! #CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #StudentSuccess #HealthcareAppointments #EveryDayCounts 🏫💼

🌟 This past Friday, Mockingbird Elementary held their annual Pinwheels for Peace event! 🕊 Students came together to celebrate peace, unity, and hope by creating colorful pinwheels, spreading positive vibes throughout our school and community. 🌍💖 A beautiful reminder that even the smallest actions can make a big difference! 💫 #PinwheelsForPeace #UnityInAction #MockingbirdElementary #MyHomeIsCISD

🎥 Tune into YouTube each week to #CatchupWithHunt as he shares inspiring stories from across the district! This week, Dr. Hunt sits down with Ron Perry (CEO/President) and Justin Stuart (SVP of Marketing) from Mobility Credit Union to discuss the incredible support from our business and community partners. 💼🤝 Mobility Credit Union presented the district with a generous check of $2,598.80! 🏫💰 These funds come from their CISD personalized debit card, which donates a percentage of user purchases back to our district! 💳🙌 Don’t miss out—catch the full conversation on YouTube! 📺 #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #CISD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTea2YuQw2Y

🚨 Texas Law Reminder 🚨 Parents and guardians, please note: Texas law requires students to attend school each day that instruction is provided. According to Education Code Sec. 25.093, unexcused absences on 10 or more days (or part of days) is considered a Class C misdemeanor. Let's work together to ensure all students attend school regularly and comply with state attendance laws. #CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #TexasEducation #StayCompliant #EveryDayCounts 🏫⚖️