Important Information
School Hours: 8:10-3:20
Phone: 262-763-0180
Principal: Mrs. Jackey Syens Email: jsyens@basd.k12.wi.us
Secretary: Mrs. Lindsay Szpara Email: lszpara@basd.k12.wi.us
Attendance/Health Aide: Mrs. Deb Jelinek Email djelinek@basd.k12.wi.us
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Cooper Website- https://www.basd.k12.wi.us/schools/cooper/about/
Principal Message
Hello Cooper Family and Friends,
Well, winter has seemed to finally arrive with a vengeance- bitter cold temperatures and lots of snow! February is packed with lots to do! We just began the KIDS HEART CHALLENGE! Mrs. Walby, our Physical Education teacher organizes this service learning event not only to raise money for the American Heart Association, but to raise awareness of heart-healthy living! Students are challenged to be physically active for 60 minutes every day, eat healthy foods, drink lots of water, and keep a health mindset. Thank you to all the families who have donated so far! Cooper families have donated over $900 already- WOW! This event will culminate the week of February 13-17, where Mrs Walby will transform our gym into an exciting obstacle course.
Friday, February 10th we will celebrate the 100th day of school! Kids and staff are welcome to dress up from 1923 or as if they are 100 years old! Classrooms will be celebrating Valentines Day this year! Such an exciting day! Classrooms will have a little celebration along with a Buddy Class Valentine activity. Teachers will share more details with you over the next few weeks. This is a very exciting and busy day so please send any classroom items to school before 11:00am.
We just began the second half to our school year. Our teachers continue to discuss and create with each of their students academic goals and together set actionable steps to reach these goals. Please continue to ask your child each day about his/or her goals and encourage continual work and persistence towards achieving these goals.
Through out this month, there are a number of events for you and your student. February we celebrate and honor, BLACK HISTORY month. All students are invited to participate in the Black History Month Art & Essay Contest. This year's theme is "I'm Me and I'm Magnificent". Please look for more specific below and flyers coming home.
I would like to encourage you to attend the BASD sponsored Community Operational Referendum Meetings. The first meeting is this Thursday, February 2 at 5:00pm at District Office. This is an opportunity to listen and learn about the operational referendum and our district financial needs. More information is shared below.
Cooper is fortunate again to sponsor LUCKY STAR GIVE BACK to Cooper School on Tuesday, February 7th. This is a great opportunity for you to NOT have to cook dinner and also support Cooper School. Lucky Star donates 10% of their profits that night back to Cooper. Hope to see you.
On February 23 and 24 are Requested Parent- Teacher Conferences. Teachers will request a conference with you or you may request a conference with the teacher. Times are available Thursday February 24 from 3:30-6:30pm and Friday, February 24 between 11:00am-2:00pm. We look forward to seeing you!.
At the end of the month, starting Monday, February 27th, we will start our week long READ ACROSS AMERICA celebration! Each day, we will celebrate a childrens book and do fun activities revolving around childrens literature as well as DRESS UP DAYS.
Lastly, PTO is hosting its 2nd annual Cooper Special Person Dance on Saturday, March 4th. It will be HERE at Cooper School. This year’s theme is “Let's GLOW Crazy”.- NEON theme. I look forward to seeing you.
Thank you all for your continued support and encouragement! Cooper would not be what it is without supportive people like you!
Jackey Syens
Black History Month Contest
BASD students will have an opportunity to participate in a Black History Art and Essay Contest. Students have always impressed judges with their creativity. Participation in the contest is voluntary.
The theme for the 2023 Art and Essay Contest:
“I’m Me and I’m Magnificent: Turning our differences into superpowers”
This flyer has more information.
The contest takes place February 1-22. There will be one prize awarded per grade level (gift cards) and three overarching winners will each receive a pair of airpods!
Operational Referendum Community Meetings
April 4 - Operating Referendum
Learn more about BASD's April 4, 2023 ballot question on this referendum webpage. Also, attend an informational session:
- Thursday, February 2, 5:00 pm at District Office (209 Wainwright Ave.)
- February 21, 5:00 pm at Karcher Middle School (300 Wainwright Ave.)
- March 2, 6 pm virtual
- March 29, 7:00 pm at Veterans Terrace (589 Milwaukee Ave.)
Parent -Teacher Requested Conferences Thursday, Feb. 23 and Friday, Feb 24
We have designated time on Thursday, February 23 from 3:30-6:30pm and Friday, Feb. 24 from 11:00-2:00pm for Parent-Teacher Requested Conferences. The teacher will email your if needing to discuss and share more specific information or you may contact your child's teacher to request a time to meet.
Learning Fair- Open to ALL Students
- Once your child has decided to do a project, he or she must return the Learning Fair Entry Form (included in this packet) no later than Monday February 13th, 2023. The form indicates that your child is committed to his/her project.
- The fair will be held on Tuesday March 14th from 4:00-5:30 pm in the Cooper School's Gym.
- More Information will be sent home and shared by the classroom teachers.
This is OPEN TO ALL!!
Helping Children Solve Small Problems
Kelso's Choice is a conflict-management system that ties into Cooper's school-wide efforts to support positive behavior and provide consistency and structure around it. Mrs. Ninham, our School Counselor shares this with all our students during her classroom weekly lessons. You will see posters throughout our building hallways and classrooms to help students make good decisions. You can even use this at your house!
Children are encouraged to pick one or two of nine "choices" when confronted with what is called a "small problem."
Visit the program's website to find resources for parents around using Kelso's Choice at school and at home.
- Can be solved on your own
Tends to cause "small" feelings like:
- annoyance
- embarrassment
- boredom
- frustration
- etc.
Big Problems
- Must always be taken to an adult
Consist of situations or "big" feelings that are:
- scary
- dangerous
- illegal
- sets off alarms
- Go to another game
- Talk it out
- Share and take turns
- Ignore it
- Walk away
- Tell them to stop
- Apologize
- Make a deal
- Wait and cool off
2023-2024 4K & New 5K Enrollment Begins January 2, 2023
Do you have a child who will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2023? If so, your child is eligible to attend our FREE 4K program. The district offers either a FULL DAY 4K program or a morning 1/2 day program. Materials are being finalized and will be ready to accept registration as of January 2, 2023.
Please look for more information coming soon! This will be on our BASD website, local newspapers and school distributions.
Please call school or the District Office for more information.
4K Screening Wednesday March 1st- Enroll Now!
The purpose of this 4K screening is to share with the parent or caregiver the child's readiness skills. Children will participate in a variety of play based assessments with the current 4K staff as well as receive a vision screening.
Each child will receive a complimentary childrens book, snack, and gift. Parents will receive information on 4 year old milestones along with the opportunity to talk with community support providers such as: Burlington Public Librarian, United Way, and local extend care persons.
