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Cooper P.A.W.S.
Please "PAWS" with us for an update from Cooper School
December 19, 2023
Student & Staff Wellness
Winter Parties
As a reminder, the classroom Winter Parties will be held at 2:00pm on Friday December 22nd. Our Cooper PTA Room Parents are planning winter themed activities for each class as we celebrate the culmination of our first marking period and the beginning of our Winter Recess. The PTA will not be providing food for this event; however, students may bring a special snack from home to enjoy.
Care Solace ~ Mental Health Supports:
CHPS has partnered with Care Solace to provide free Mental Health Supports to our students, staff, and families. The Care Solace team can quickly connect you to verified providers in our community. Use this link to connect with a care provider or contact your school counselor for more information. http://www.caresolace.com/site/chpsd
Purpose & Passion
PRESCHOOL EXPANSION INFORMATION
The Malberg Early Childhood Center website now includes a Preschool Expansion Quick Question page. Have a preschool-related question that's of interest to the larger community? Submit it via the portal on the page for a public answer! Also available on the page: the Preschool FAQ.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
A BITTERSWEET FAREWELL...
“We must be willing to let go of the life we’ve planned, so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”
~ Joseph Campbell
On December 19th we will say farewell to Mrs. DeCaro, our incredible media specialist and talented and gifted teacher! Although our hearts will long for Stacey to stay, we must be willing to let go, so that she may find all that is waiting for her in her new position. Please join me in congratulating Mrs. DeCaro and wishing her well!
The media specialist position will be covered by a substitute until the hiring process is completed. We will keep our families updated once a candidate has been approved.
Connecting Beyond the Classroom
COOPER PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)
It's never too late to become a member! We hope you will join us as we work together to create a positive experience for all students. Click Here to become a member.
Our next Dine Out Fundraiser is this Wednesday 12/20 at McDonald's. We hope to see you there! Click here for details.
For access to ALL THINGS PTA, be sure to visit the J. F. Cooper PTA website
PTA COOPER TALENT SHOW
Our Cooper PTA will once again host a talent show for all students. The show is schedule for Friday January 26, 2024 at 6:30pm. There will be student rehearsals the week of the event during recess. Please use this the link to assist your child in signing up for the talent show.
CHAACA & CHPL BLACK HISTORY MONTH CONTEST
The Cherry Hill African American Civic Association and the Cherry Hill Public Library announce the 2024 Reverend Ivan George Essay/Poster/Video Contest for Black History Month. The contest is open to ALL public school students in Cherry Hill in grades K through 12. The theme for this year is "Their Stories Matter: African Americans in our Schools and Community." Entry deadline is January 29, 2024.
Full information, including contest rules, rubric, and submission links, is available online.
S.T.A.R. GAMES
Each year our students in the LLD and ASD classes are provided a wonderful opportunity to participate in the district STAR Games (Specially. Talented. Athletes. Recognized). Please click here for this year's Save the Date.
TRANSLATION SERVICES AVAILABLE
If you are in need of translation services for any meeting at our school, please notify the staff member you will be meeting with. We have a device that can be used for immediate needs and we can secure a translator for in-person scheduled meetings.
District & Community Information
Get to know our Acting Superintendent, Dr. Kwame Morton by visiting the district website information page. Be sure to check out the CHPS Weekly Newsletter for district level news and information.
Do you have an incoming kindergarten or first grade student? Below are the dates for Kindergarten and Grade 1 Registration for the 2024-2025 school year. Be sure to mark your calendars!
January 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30 (12pm-7pm), 31
Informational Items
Keep an eye on the weather...
Please keep the following in mind as you prepare your children for school each day. We will take the students outside for play whenever possible.
- Dress in layers and bring jackets/coats, hats, and gloves every day.
- Please label all clothing with your child's name in case an item is left behind during recess.
- Individual classroom teachers will designate activities available for indoor recess.
- Students are not permitted to use personal electronic devices during recess, and these items should not be brought to school.
- Students may not bring trading cards/toys to recess.
Thank you for assisting us with a smooth transition into the colder months and for helping us to prepare your children for an enjoyable recess period.
Our Cooper Lost and Found is rapidly growing. Please remind your children that these items can be located in the All Purpose Room, and encourage them to check for any items they may have left behind.
Important Dates
Link to the full Cooper Family Calendar
December
12/20: PTA Dine Out Fundraiser at McDonald's- Rt. 70, Marlton (5-8pm)
12/22: Full Day of School
12/22: Winter Classroom Parties (2-3pm)
12/22: Report Cards Available to Families in Genesis Parent Portal
12/23-1/1: School Closed (Winter Recess)
January
1/1: School Closed (New Year's Day)
1/2: Welcome Back Students & Staff!
James F. Cooper School
Email: ebartolome@chclc.org
Website: cooper.chclc.org
Location: 1960 Greentree Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, USA
Phone: (856) 424-4554
Facebook: facebook.com/JFCooperES
Twitter: @JFCooperES