@cooper--Summer Edition - June 30, 2021

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First Day of School

Congratulations to incoming freshman Simone Bessong as she was recently named the KY State Track Champion in the 200M for Cooper.

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Congratulations to our varsity softball team and their district and regional runner-up titles.

As the KHSAA State, All-star games and awards have recently wrapped up, here are some additional recognition of our outstanding softball team:

All-district tourey(33rd)

Kendall Blau, Amber Chaney

All-region tourney(9th)

Dylan Scott, Kendall Blau, Amber Chaney

KSCA All-State

Dylan Scott (HM)

KSCA 9th Region Coach of the Year-Rusty Scott

All State Academic team

Hanna Hollis (1st)

Amber Chaney (1st)

Dylan Scott (2nd)

NKSCA (NKAC) Jr All-Star Game

Gweny Wessling

Amber Chaney

IN Elite North South Game

Emily Schmeltz

NKSCA (NKAC)

Amber Chaney (1st)

Dylan Scott (1st)

Gweny Wessling (1st)

Kendall Blau (2nd)

The girls made a tremendous run and made history along the way. We had a couple girls hanging out among the tops in state stat leaders. We won the most games in RCHS softball history.

This group of girls paved a way to create a culture to earn and grow respect from teams all over our state. Most importantly, they learned a great deal of life lessons this year that they can take with them into college and beyond.

Go Lady Jags!

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Congrats to the following graduates that have chosen to go into the armed services to defend and protect our great country: Chad Dowdy, Trevor Eskes, Josh Fisher, Aaliyah Griggs, Zane Kegley, and Anthony Lugar. Go Jags!

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Congrats to graduates Chester Hale and Zac Taylor in representing Cooper in the All-Star Series East vs. West football game.

Quick Links:

After School Tutoring

RCHS Breakfast & Lunch Menu

Community Service Events

Bus Route Information

Report It!

Deposit Money into Lunch Account

Contact Cafeteria Manager

ACT Testing Dates

SAT Testing Dates

Library/Media Center Homepage

The GREAT RC Spirit Store

Class of 2021 Information Page

School Calendar 2021-2022

Scholarship Guide

Sports Schedules

Who to Contact @ Cooper

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We are hosting another COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Friday, July 2, 9-11:30 a.m. See picture above for details including the QR code to sign up.

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SUMMER

OFFICE HOURS

7:00-3:00 p.m.

First Day of School

The first day of school for students is Wednesday, August 18th. Please make note of this date. We look forward to another great school year here at Cooper. It's hard to believe this will begin our 14th year! We are busy preparing in anticipation of August 18th.

Summer Assignments

All students have a recommended summer reading connected through their English class. There may be additional assignments associated with honors and/or AP courses. For more information and details, visit our website and click the student tab or click here.

Dress Code

We have some minor dress code adjustments for the upcoming school year.

Click here to view the complete dress code including the change/update that you will find in red.

Device for School

Teachers will continue to utilize our online learning management system (Canvas) to provide students with a blended learning model of teaching and learning to best meet the needs of all students. Many resources such as math textbooks and other resources across content areas will be uploaded for students to access on Canvas via a laptop or chromebook. Students and teachers will continue to integrate and use technology to enhance learning and provide students with the skills needed to be college, career, and life ready.

All students in grades 9, 10 and 11 will be issued a school chromebook during schedule pick-up. Besides regular use for classes, this device will also be required for use during any district/state testing.

No Virtual Option

For the upcoming school year, there is no longer a virtual option for students at the school level. Our district has revamped their virtual school and it is now called ACCEL Academy. This is reserved for exceptional circumstances through an application and review process. Students that are accepted into the district virtual program are not considered students of Cooper High School.

More information should be forthcoming from our district.

Immunizations

A reminder that Kentucky law requires all students to have current up-to-date immunizations including:

the Hepatitis A series,
students 16 years or older, the Meningococcal vaccine.

These along with any other required immunization(s) must be documented on a valid KY Immunization Certificate.

Tips and Suggestions:

Call your doctor's office to verify if your student has already received the required vaccines

If you find out from the doctor's office that your child HAS HAD the vaccines, you will then need to contact the school to confirm that the immunization form on file documents/reflects the same information. If not, you will need to secure an updated form from your doctor and resubmit it to the school

If you find out that your child DOES NOT have the required vaccines, you will want to make arrangements to get the shots right away. Because the Hepatitis A vaccine is a series - you will have to start shot #1 ASAP as they CANNOT start school without proof of having started the series. They can receive the 2nd Meningococcal vaccine right after their 16th birthday.

Regulation Requirement for High School

For further information, clarification or questions contact our first aid room staff: Nurse Debbie Welsh & Staff Support Michelle Jackson.

Please note that our first aid room staff returns to work a few days prior to the first day of school.

Fall Sports Tryouts

Fall sport tryouts will be occurring mid-July. If your student is interested, make contact with the coach. Keep in mind, the statewide athletic dead period from KHSAA where coaches and players are not permitted to communicate in any way is currently in place June 25th-July 9th.

Cheerleading: Coach Henry (already had initial try-outs)

Boys&Girls Cross Country: Coach Van Laningham

Freshman Football: Coach Pence

JV/Varsity Football: Coach Borchers

Girls Soccer: Coach Hughes

Boys Soccer: Coach Flesch

Girls Golf: Coach Deters

Boys Golf: Coach Trame

Volleyball: Coach Isaac

Camp Jaguar

Camp Jaguar for our incoming freshmen has been set for Friday, August 13th.

This will be a great day for your freshman student to feel more comfortable about high school, build friendships, find their classes, open their locker, opportunities to get involved and many other essential things to make the transition to Cooper as smooth as possible! Students are paired with their Freshman Mentoring Group and Leader. This group will be together throughout the school year during J.A.M. (Jaguar Achievement & Mentoring) time.

Students receive a free t-shirt as well as lunch as well as make connections with other freshman students and mentors. The registration link will be coming out very soon on our social media outlets, website and text/email.

Senior Portraits - Class of 2022

Prestige has created a video about scheduling senior portraits. Students must have their drapery / tux photo taken at the studio to have their portrait in the yearbook. There are discounts available the sooner the session is scheduled. The deadline for the sessions is November 16 2021.

Prestige Video

Golf Outing

The Boone County Businessman's Association is proud to partner with Boone County Schools for our 21st Annual Golf Outing on August 6th.

Benefits from this outing will support the Businessman's efforts to provide winter coats, hats and gloves to students in the school district who are in need and to support Boone County Schools Alternative Services Program. This program includes the Drop-In Academy, Transition to High School, Transition to Life and Behavior Academy.

We would like a few foursomes representing Cooper HS at this great event! Let Mr. Wilson know if you plan on participating.

Golf Outing Info & Registration Form

Background Check

Parents and extended families members that would like to chaperone or volunteer at the school for any event will need a background check completed each school year. The cost is $10 and checks should be made payable to Cooper High School.

Background Check Form

Schedule Pick Up

Our schedule pick up is set for Tuesday, August 10th, 3:00-7:00 p.m.

In order to pick up your child's schedule on August 10th payment of your child's school fees is required. The average cost of school fees for each student is $118. It could be more based on the courses your child takes.

Common fee items include (but not limited to):

General Fee: $55 (includes Technology)

Textbook Rental Fee: $8 per class

Workbook Fee: $10

Parking: $15

Science Lab and Art Fee: $15

Athletics Fee: $35

Choir Fee: $15

We will also have school spirit wear available for purchase and cafeteria staff available if you would like to deposit money into your child's lunch account.

*Separate checks are necessary for school fees, spirit wear and cafeteria deposits.

Credit cards are accepted for school fees. There is a nominal fee to use a credit card. The online feature to pay for fees in advance will open up on Monday, August 9th after 12 noon.

2021-2022 School Year Calendar

Student Drivers

For students who are interested in driving to school, click here to open our parking policy and requirements. A driver's license is required to purchase a parking permit. There are plenty of parking spots for students to purchase throughout the school year as they get their license. If you meet the requirements, please fill out the areas on the parking form and turn in during our payment of fees and schedule-up day on Tuesday, August 10.

Parking across the street on Kroth Lane, Alson Place and Hawk's Landing subdivisions are strictly prohibited. A county ordinance restricts on-street parking from 8:00-3:00 p.m. during school days.

We will have designated areas for each grade level; seniors with the parking spaces closest, juniors next and then sophomores. You can only purchase a parking pass if you have your license. There are plenty of parking spots for students throughout the school as they become eligible and receive their license.

Volleyball Camp

We have a volleyball camp coming up in July! See the link below to download the registration form and other details. Pass this on to family, friends and neighbors as it is for elementary and middle school students.

Volleyball Camp

July 12-14, 5:00-8:00 p.m., $40

Grades: 1st-9th

Volleyball Registration Form

Upcoming Events

July 12-14	Cooper Volleyball Camp Register Here
July 17	National ACT @ Cooper
Aug. 6	ACT Registration Deadline
Aug. 10	Schedule Pick-Up & Payment of Fees, 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Aug. 13	Camp Jag, 8-12 noon
Aug. 18	First Day of School for Students
Aug. 31	School Picture Day
Sept. 2	Open House/Curriculum Night, 6-8p
Sept. 6	Labor Day, No School
Sept. 11	National ACT Test Date
Sept. 17	Homecoming Parade, 6p
Sept. 17	Homecoming Game & Halftime Presentation, 7:30 p
Sept. 18th	Homecoming Dance, 7-11p
Oct. 26	School Picture Retakes
Nov. 16	Senior Portrait Deadline

All Sports Schedules are available to view on the Cooper Website.

Go to Quick Links - Athletics - Sports Schedule
select the sport from the drop down calendar menu.