Coppell High School Ninth Grade Campus Principal Dr. Greg Axelson initiated a friendly takeover of CHS9 Teacher Reyna Conger's eighth-period Spanish II class to teach a lesson in verb conjugation. The takeover was the first of two for two CHS9 teachers after several entered in a drawing to have Dr. Axelson teach one of their classes.
"Mid-October is when the year starts to settle in, and teachers may be feeling tired," Dr. Axelson said. "I thought this would be a fun way to lend some support to our teachers and also engage with the kids"
While the freshman learned about common "boot verbs" and some of the tricker conjugations, Conger was able to spend the period grading recent projects outside the classroom. Dr. Axelson plans to teach a biology lesson sometime in the next few days and potentially hold another drawing later in the year.
🚴♂️✨Catch Up with Hunt - Bike Club at TCE!
Join us on YouTube every week for #CatchUpWithHunt, where Dr. Hunt shares inspiring stories from across the district. This week, he’s teaming up with Town Center Elementary PE Coach Ty Hayes to dive into the excitement of the school’s bike club. Don’t miss out on the fun—tune in and pedal along! 🎥💚
#BikeClub #TCE #Community #Inspiration #MyHomeIsCISD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhKmu294lII
The CHS9 Cowboy Theatre Company will bring the spooky tale of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow to life from Oct. 24-26, at the CHS9 Auditorium. This play, adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller from Washington Irving’s classic story, features the clumsy schoolteacher Ichabod Crane, the charming Katrina Van Tassel, and the menacing Brom Bones, all set against the backdrop of eerie storytelling and the chilling presence of the Headless Horseman. General admission tickets are $10 and discounted tickets for CISD students and staff at $5 and are available at chstb.booktix.com/dept/main/e/Sleepy. Performances begin at 7 p.m. each night in the CHS9 Auditorium at 1301 Wrangler Circle. Park in the North facing lot off Wrangler Drive. Don’t miss this blend of fright and humor perfect for the Halloween season!
🌟 Thank you, CISD families, for your commitment to student attendance! 🏫💙
Regular attendance is key to student success—it keeps them engaged in lessons, fosters peer relationships, and maximizes their educational opportunities. Plus, it helps teachers assess each student's progress and plan effectively.
Your dedication to attendance makes a significant difference. Attendance Matters...You Matter!
#CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #StudentSuccess #EducationFirst #YouMatter 📚
Join CISD Executive Director of Intervention Services Stephanie Flores for a Parent University Lunch Bites Facebook Live presentation on Wednesday, October 23, at 11:30 a.m. Tune in live at www.facebook.com/coppellisd to learn more about the intervention services available to students, including Section 504, Special Education, Dyslexia and Early Childhood services. The presentation will cover an overview of these services, how they support students, and key information parents need to know. Can't make it live? The session will be available to view at any time after the broadcast on both Facebook and YouTube.
Oct. 14 - Oct. 18 is National School Lunch Week. This year’s theme is, “School Lunch Pirates: Find Your Treasure!” Join CISD Child Nutrition as they serve up A BOUNTY of healthy meals all week. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram and in the cafeteria to FIND THE TREASURE in food groups like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, low fat dairy and lean proteins that make school lunch healthy, balanced and delicious. Join in the fun and share a meal you enjoy by using #CISDNSLW24.
📚 When students are absent—regardless of the reason—they miss out on crucial instruction and practice that keeps their learning on track. This can put them at a disadvantage compared to their peers and may impact progress monitoring and assessments, leading to academic setbacks.
Let's prioritize regular attendance to support every student's success!
#CoppellISD #AttendanceMatters #StartStrongCISD #StudentSuccess #EveryDayCounts #AcademicSupport 🏫📖
🗓️ 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.
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!
🌟 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