Coppell ISD - you matter

📚 As we prepare for the new school year, remember that regular daily attendance is a crucial part of your child's success now and in the future. Let's make every day count! 🌟

🔔 Stay in the know, #CampusCommunity! 🏫 Make sure to bookmark and regularly check the campus and district calendars to keep up with all the important events, deadlines, and happenings. Don’t miss out on exciting opportunities, campus activities, and essential academic dates! Keep yourself informed and connected by staying on top of your campus calendar! 📅📍🗓️ #StayInformed #MyHomeIsCISD

🎉 Exciting News, Coppell ISD Community! 🎉 We're kicking off a Start Strong Attendance Campaign because Attendance Matters. . .You Matter. 🏫✨ Join us in promoting and increasing daily student attendance! Let's work together to make every school day count. Let’s strive to miss five or fewer days. Together, we can achieve greatness! #CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #StriveforFive #YouMatter #EveryDayCounts #TeamCoppellISD #StartStrongCISD🏅📚🚀

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Yanet Cardoza as the new principal of Denton Creek Elementary. Dr. Cardoza joins us with a wealth of experience, most recently serving as a Language Acquisition Specialist in Coppell ISD. With her background as a principal, assistant principal, and district administrator, including her work at a Dual Language campus and as a bilingual teacher, she will bring great leadership to DCE. “Dr. Cardoza is a collaborator, innovator, data-driven and student-centered decision maker,” said CISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt. “She has a passion for serving all students including bilingual and ESL learners and students of different ethnic backgrounds and achievement levels.”

📚✨ Parents/Guardians: Ensure your child has a seamless start to their school day! If your child will be enjoying breakfast and/or lunch at school, make sure their MySchoolBucks account is set up and funded. Visit www.coppellisd.com/childnutrition for more information. Apply for Free and Reduced Meals to see if your family qualifies at www.nlappscloud.com. Let’s make sure every child is fueled for success! 🍎🚌 #SchoolMeals #BackToSchool #MyHomeIsCISD

📚✨ Coppell ISD Families: Get ready for the new school year with these important dates! 📅 Middle and High Schools: Pick up your child’s class schedule on the designated date/time listed at www.coppellisd.com/parenthub. 🏫 Elementary Schools: Meet your child’s teacher on Monday, August 12 between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. at your home campus. 📢 Important Note: Elementary families will receive more details and their child’s teacher’s name by 1 p.m. on Monday, August 12. Mark your calendars and get set for a great start to the school year! 🎉🍎 #BackToSchool #CoppellISD #MyHomeIsCISD

CISD’s new What’s Up Wednesday flyer delivery system launched on July 10. CISD cooperates with community groups and organizations that sponsor activities of an educational or enrichment nature for students by distributing materials electronically via What's Up Wednesday, a once-weekly newsletter to all CISD parents. As part of the district’s efforts to be more environmentally friendly, embrace innovative technology, and maintain fiscal responsibility, we have transitioned from paper to in-house electronic flyer delivery. *Note: This system replaces Peachjar. For more information, including costs to participate and deadlines to submit flyers, visit www.coppellisd.com/page/distribution-of-non-school-materials. Email communications@coppellisd.com with any questions. #MyHomeIsCISD

The CISD Communications and Community Engagement Department received 7 national awards from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). NSPRA’s Publications and Digital Media Excellence Awards recognize outstanding education publications, marketing and informational materials both print and electronic, as well as video/TV/radio programs, social media and websites. CISD’s Communications Department received these awards out of thousands of entries submitted across the country. #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

Two CHS Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) students achieved major success at the 2024 Educator Rising National Conference held in Washington, D.C., in late June. Rising junior Nathalie Petit, shown top right, placed third in the Interactive Bulletin Board Contest, and Class of 2024 graduate Adrian Cevallos, shown left of Petit, placed third in Lesson Planning and Delivery. TAFE is a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Education and Coaching Career Cluster and is under the guidance of teacher adviser Raneta Ansley. #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

From June 26-30, 20 students from the Coppell High School’s Technology Student Association attended the 2024 National Conference in Orlando. These students faced competitors across the United States, Germany, South Korea and American Samoa. Three students finished top of their respective events, with Aaren George, shown top right, placing first in HS Transportation Modeling, and Dwij Mehta and Andrew Shi, shown bottom right, placing first in HS Coding. George’s Transportation Modeling Project of an RV Camping Model is shown bottom right. For a complete list of CHS TSA results visit https://go.coppellisd.com/TSA24. #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

Parent Hub is your one-stop website for everything Coppell ISD back-to-school. Get schedule pick-up dates for high schools and middle schools, links to school supply lists, a back-to-school checklist, and more. Visit www.coppellisd.com/parenthub for details. We look forward to welcoming our students on the first day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 14. #MyHomeIsCISD

Coppell Life Safety Park made a guest appearance during the final days of summer school at Denton Creek Elementary to teach students about weather safety. The presentation held several discussions on topics such as the causes of weather, types of weather in Texas, and how to stay safe during weather emergencies. #MyHomeIsCISD #CHSInternMade by: Rhea Chowdhary

Wilson Elementary Principal Cooper Hilton was inaugurated as the President of the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) during the organization’s state conference in mid-June. Several CISD elementary principals, assistant principals and Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt joined Hilton in celebrating his leadership of TEPSA. Hilton has worked in Coppell ISD for 14 years, serving as an assistant principal and principal. He is the former principal of Austin Elementary School and has led Wilson Elementary since 2017. #MyHomeisCISD #CISDInternMade by: Rhea Chowdhary

Earlier this month, the Coppell High School competitive shooting team placed 10th in state. Under advisor Steven Seeley, the team also won awards in various other categories, including HOA Champion, 1st in Skeet Doubles, 2nd in Skeet, Skeet Squad, Super Sporting, Super Sporting Squad and Trap Doubles, and 3rd in Trap. #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

On June 4, CHS junior Annabella Perk secured a state title at the 4-H Food Show at Texas A&M. The competition prompted her to compete with students all over the state, creating complex dishes to showcase her skills. Perk was also featured on NBC 5’s Something Good and Fox 4 for her outstanding achievement. Check out these links to see the stories: NBC 5’s Something Good feature: https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/something-good/lewisville-teen-wins-statewide-cooking-competition/3574464/ Fox 4 feature: https://www.fox4news.com/video/1473838 #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInterMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

Dr. Greg Axelson is the new principal of CHS9. Dr. Axelson has served as the principal of CMS North since 2017 and also has served as a district administrator. He has 16 years of experience in education, including 11 years as an administrator serving as an assistant principal and a principal. He also has nine years of experience as a teacher and administrator at ninth grade campuses in previous school districts. “Dr. Axelson has shown a commitment to professional learning communities and relationships with teachers, families and students that I know will make him an incredible leader for CHS9,” CISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt said.

Earlier this month, CHS graduates Katherine Choi, left, and Elise Howe, right, were presented with the highest honor a girl scout can receive at the annual Girl Scouts’ Gold Award ceremony. These students demonstrated high amounts of leadership throughout Girl Scouts, while also putting in 80 hours toward personal initiatives. #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

On June 20, CISD’s Summer School provided another engaging opportunity for students to learn through a dance lesson with Baila Irving Performing Arts Academy. Students learnt simple dance steps while also getting the chance to freestyle and dance with their friends. #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

CHS seniors and Wize Computing Academy interns Nolan Jiang, Tokhir Umarov and Hansini Routhu are shown working through different STEAM activities with students. As the second week of the CISD Summer Internship Program progresses, student interns continue to work and learn many aspects of the pathways they are interested in. #MyHomeisCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary

On June 18, CISD’s summer school organized an event with Coppell’s Championship Martial Arts to teach students about taekwondo. Students got the opportunity to learn basic taekwondo skills and put them into action through various activities with the instructors. #MyHomeIsCISD #CISDInternMade By: Rhea Chowdhary