Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

I hope this message finds you well!  Please take a moment to check out the latest updates in our Cowboy Connection Newsletter. It is posted on our CCHS website and packed with important information and upcoming events that you won’t want to miss: CCHS Newsletter October 2024.pdf 

The latest update on Hurricane Milton for BCPS: Broward County Public Schools and District offices will be open tomorrow, Tuesday, October 8. However, all after-school activities, including evening classes, after school care and supper services are canceled.

Schools and District offices will be closed on Wednesday, October 9, and Thursday, October 10. All before and after-school care services, activities, and events are canceled on both days. We will update you on rescheduled dates for any canceled games and events as soon as they are confirmed.

We anticipate normal operations will resume on Friday, October 11, and will continue to keep you updated.

Stay safe, Cowboys.

Sincerely,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence | Tradition | Pride
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS

Greetings Cooper City High School Families,

Our CCHS Weekly Calendar of Events Weekly 09.30.24.jpg   and Athletics: Sports weekly 09.30.24. are posted on our school website:

October calendar dates:
Schools Closed on October 3rd in observance of Rosh Hashanah. Wishing all who celebrate a sweet New Year.
Teacher Planning Day October 14
Disability History Awareness Week October 1-12
National Custodian Recognition Day October 2 
International Day of the Girl October 11 
Indigenous Peoples’ Day October 14 
National School Lunch Week October 14-18
Disability Mentoring Day October 16
Digital Citizenship Week October 16-22 
Red Ribbon Week October 23-31
National Read for the Record Day October 24

Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

I hope all is well with you and your families. As we continue our journey this academic year, I want to keep you informed about the latest developments and opportunities within our school community.

Don't miss out on the exciting events happening this week, including our daily bulletin, weekly calendar, and athletics calendar posted on our CCHS Website. I encourage you to visit our school's website regularly. It's your gateway to all the latest updates and announcements:  Cooper City High School. Stay informed and engaged, and support our Cowboys!

• Interim Reports will be issued on September 27^th via Focus:  Focus - Student Information System. Please reach out directly to your child’s teacher if you have any concerns regarding their academic progress. The Focus Parent Portal is your gateway to staying connected with your student's educational journey. The portal allows you to monitor academic progress and upcoming events and communicate directly with teachers.
• Tutoring: Please check in with your child’s teacher regarding subject-specific tutoring availability. Additionally, the National Honor Society (NHS) offers free peer tutoring sessions every Wednesday from 2:40 to 3:30 p.m. We encourage students who could benefit from extra assistance to attend. Our NHS members are eager to support their peers and help them succeed.
• Broward College Dual Enrollment applications are due by October 4th. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Dominguez. School Counseling / Dual Enrollment & Early Admissions (browardschools.com)
• Upcoming Dates: Download and bookmark our RED_Black 2024-25 School Calendar

COLLEGE AND CAREER CORNER:

• College Information Night: Join our BRACE Advisor, Mrs. Siwek, along with school counselors and administration on Wednesday, September 25, at 6 p.m. in the CCHS Auditorium for an informative session on the college application and financial aid process. This event is open to students and their families who want to gain more insight into navigating the college journey. We encourage everyone interested in learning more about these important topics to attend!
• College Visits at CCHS are ongoing. Students can sign up in TicketLeap. Their ticket will serve as a pass to attend: https://www.ticketleap.events/events/wwwbrowardschoolscomcoopercityhigh. Reminders: Students must be on time and seated at the start. College visits will last for the final 30 minutes of class time. Students are responsible for missed classwork, and teachers have the final say on attendance.
• PSAT NMSQT™School Day: PSAT/ NMSQT Testing Information (browardschools.com) THE PSAT NMSQT™ is an assessment that is closely aligned to the SAT and will take place on Wednesday, October 23, 2024
• CCHS Scholars are encouraged to follow the CCHS BRACE (instructure.com) Canvas page and explore the scholarship opportunities shared by Ms. Siwek via the Scholarship Bulletin. Scholarships can open doors to a bright future.
• Additional BCPS resources are also posted in the BCPS CCLR Canvas Toolkit: https://browardschools.instructure.com/enroll/XE47XT
• BCPS College & Career Fair is free and open to the public. The flyer lists the link to register: College and Career Fair 2024.
• Link to ACT and SAT Dates: 24-25 ACT SAT National Testing Schedule.pdf and the link to College Readiness Assessments and Resources: School Counseling / College Readiness Assessments
• Service Hours: Students must turn in their original forms to Mrs. Siwek, Service Hour Coordinator, in the Guidance/BRACE Office. Students should retain copies. For questions, see Mrs. Siwek.
  Guidelines and Forms: https://www.browardschools.com/servicehours
  How many service hours are you working towards?   
  40 Hours – Standard BCPS High School Diploma Graduation Requirement
  75 Hours – Bright Futures FMS Scholarship
  100 Hours – Bright Futures FAS Scholarship 
  250 Hours – Silver Cord Award - Hours Due to Service Hour Coordinator by April 1st of your Senior Year of high school

CONGRATULATIONS

• CCHS Teacher of the Year: Ms. Nicole Hicks
  CCHS School-Related Employee of the Year: Ms. Sheri Rausseo.
  We are thankful for all they do for our school community each and every day.
• We proudly recognize our CCHS Seniors, Chase A. Blanchard and Yash Patel, who were named National Merit Scholarship Program semifinalists. The National Merit Scholarship Program honors students who demonstrate exceptional academic ability and potential for success in rigorous college studies. The 2025 National Merit Scholarship winners will be announced in four separate news releases from April – July 2025. For more information, visit nationalmerit.org.

CCHS honored the Anniversary of the September 11 Attacks with our Annual Memorial Ceremony, a commemoration hosted by our NJROTC and included a wreath presentation, guest speakers, and Taps performed by Sound of Pride. Our CCHS students and staff were joined by our BCPS Superintendent, Dr. Howard Hepburn, local elected officials, city leaders, and first responders. You may view the video here: https://www.eduvision.tv/l?RgRDemO

TESTING UPDATES

• 9^th and 10^th grade students took the ELA PM 1 assessment, which serves as a baseline for students and teachers. PM1 results are used for informational purposes only. This assessment determines baseline data for ELA teachers to adjust instruction from now until April to aid in student Mastery on the PM 3 in May 2024. It also allows our scholars to establish their goals. Parents, you play an important part in helping students give their best performance on these important tests. Even though this assessment is a snapshot—a beginning-of-the-year progress monitoring tool – it is important that our students have every advantage to do their very best. The PM3 assessment administered in May 2025 is an ELA graduation requirement and we want our scholars to be prepared. You can access your student results via FOCUS. For any additional questions, please reach out directly to your child’s English Language teacher.

• Retakes:
  • Tuesday, September 24: ELA Retakes for select students who need to meet their ELA testing graduation requirements. Contact Ms. Megna, Student Assessment Coordinator, if you have any questions.
  • Wednesday, September 25: Biology and US History EOC Retakes. Contact Ms. Megna, with any questions. Select students have been notified. Contact Ms. Melissa Megna, Student Assessment Coordinator, with any questions.
  • Monday, September 30: Fall Series Cambridge Testing for select students. Contact Amy Sea, AICE Cambridge Exams Officer, with any questions.

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES CORNER:

• PEACE Week kicks off on Monday, hosted by the Multicultural Club and Peer Counseling! All students and staff are encouraged to participate in the exciting events planned throughout the week. Cooper City High School is proud to be a designated No Place for Hate school where all Cowboy scholars contribute to our inclusive school environment.
• Homecoming Week: There's no place like HOCO! October 15-19 HOCO week is packed with exciting events, including Krazy Kickball, Krazy Feats, dress-up days, Fan Friday, a pep rally, the Homecoming pregame celebration, Football Game, and the Homecoming dance! Encourage your students to get involved and join in the fun!
• Homecoming Dance: tickets are on sale on e-Store until September 25th, or until sold out. Follow the instructions to secure your spot for a magical evening in the Emerald City of Oz. This year's dance, hosted by SGA, is being held at The Venue Fort Lauderdale. The cost is $120 and are sold on the e-Store Tickets are selling quickly, get yours today. Review the 24 Hoco Dance Flyer and follow the directions below in order to secure your ability to attend the Hoco Dance with no issues!
  • STEP 1: Purchase your ticket through the e-store. Be sure it is YOUR NAME the ticket is being purchased under. Guest list will be pulled from the e-store.
  • STEP 2: Download this EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES FORM specifically for the dance. Have your parent/guardian sign it.
  • STEP 3: Complete and submit the ONLINE PERMISSION FORM. You will need your e-store receipt number [you can find it on the e-store under purchases] AND the signed form in Step 2.
  • STEP 4: Get ready for a spectacular evening in the beautiful Emerald City of Oz!
• Constitution Week: We are celebrating Constitution Week September 17–23, to educate and inspire our students about the significance of the U.S. Constitution and its role in our nation's history and governance.
• Hispanic Heritage Week: From September 30 to October 4, LIA (Latinos in Action) will host activities celebrating Hispanic culture. Stay tuned for more details and encourage your students to participate in this exciting celebration!
• Student Government Association:  SGA Membership Drive is extended until September 22nd at 11:59PM. Membership dues are $20 and include the club t-shirt and membership at the school, county, and state levels.
• Dads Take Your Child To School Day is next Friday, September 27, 2024. I want to encourage all fathers and father figures in the life of one of our students to take their child to school this day.
• Yearbook sales –visit our e-Store to make a purchase.
• Harvest Drive:The mission of Harvest Drive, Inc. is to reduce the devastating effects of food insecurity in Broward County. We inspire and empower Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) students, civic organizations, community partners, and business partners to join us. At Cooper City High School, each year, we enthusiastically work together to provide non-perishable food and other items to families in our Cooper community and other local Broward areas.  We are encouraging our students, families, staff, and community partners to join us as we gather what we can to ensure our families have food and necessities to enjoy this Thanksgiving season. CCHS has been instrumental in supporting our local community in the past years. We invite you to join us and take part in this awesome initiative. Your contribution to our annual Harvest Drive will have a big impact in the lives of others.  #kindcowboys
  All donations are helpful and add up to make a difference for someone who may need a little assistance at this time. 

ATHLETICS CORNER:

• Athletics Weekly Calendar is published weekly on our website and social media outlets. We wish all our fall athletics the best of luck in their upcoming events and competitions, including Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, Football, Swim and Dive, Golf, and Bowling. Our sports teams are working hard and showing their Cowboy pride. Thank you for coming out and cheering them on. Due to the weather, some games had to be rescheduled. Football will be making up the 2nd half of their game against Hollywood Hills on Tuesday. Join us for Friday Night Lights at 7:30 PM at CCHS as we welcome Cooper City Elementary for family night with the CCE students joining us on the field. Swim and Dive will be competing in the BCAA championship this Saturday. Tuesday, September 24^th at 5:30 PM we will be celebrating our Senior Volleyball athletes at Senior Night. Follow our athletics page: Cooper City High School Athletics (@cchsathletics71) • Instagram

SAFETY AND SECURITY CORNER:

• Safety and Security remain our top priority here at Cooper City High School, and they are the collective responsibility of our faculty, staff, scholars, families, and the community.
• Deputy’s Corner - Since the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year, there has been an increase in student arrests across BCPS for making threats to schools. Parents, we urge you to speak with your students about safety and making threats on social media. The consequences are real, life-altering, and long-lasting. Think Before You Post, Text or Share. Threats to schools are never a joke and are taken very seriously by school administrations and law enforcement. They are investigated and serious consequences are applied. Under Florida law, a person can be charged with a felony. Any knowledge of a threat (s) should be reported to FortifyFL or any law enforcement agency, immediately.

PARTNERSHIPS CORNER:

• Become a CCHS Partner in Education: PIE INTEREST FLYER.pdf (browardschools.com)
• PTSA: PTSA Website: Support the CCHS PTSA by purchasing Cowboy swag at their Pop-Up Shop on Game Day Fridays! Students have the opportunity to purchase Cowboy swag and merchandise, including socks, t-shirts, hoodies, lanyards, car magnets, and more. Show your Cowboy pride and support the PTSA by picking up some Spirit Gear!
  We are excited to welcome new members as our PTSA numbers are increasing. If you haven’t yet had a chance to join, please consider becoming a member, to join please visit: Givebacks. Our PTSA provides incredible support to our school. Your involvement helps make a difference! 
• School Advisory Council (SAC): Please join us for our monthly meeting in the Media Center on Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at 3:00 PM. The CCHS School Advisory Council (SAC) is composed of parents, teachers, community members, school administrators, non-instructional support staff, and other stakeholders who meet regularly to establish priorities, set annual objectives, and monitor action steps for school improvement.  We look forward to your input and participation at our SAC meetings and thank you for being engaged with Cooper City High School's staff in the work of supporting and sustaining the excellence of our students. Positive stakeholder involvement enhances student achievement and well-being. SAC meeting dates are published on our website: SAC dates 24-25.pdf

SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT CORNER:
 Ms. Dominguez, our School counseling director encourages all scholars to follow the school counseling Canvas page: School Counseling 2024-2025: CCHS Student Info (instructure.com). Our School Counselors are committed to working individually with each scholar and their families to address their Academic, Personal/Social and career/life readiness needs: School Counseling / College, Career & Life Readiness (browardschools.com)

• CCHS Fall School Counseling Presentations: School Counselors will be presenting to our scholars in study hall bringing information about Graduation Requirements, AP Capstone Diploma, AICE Cambridge Diploma and CTACE completion and industry certifications. Along with some helpful tips to have a successful year.
• Life Skills and Wellness lessons are being delivered in the study hall. This initiative fosters life skills that build confidence and support mental and emotional health, enabling students to overcome challenges and thrive as they prepare for the 21st Century workplace. School Counseling / Life Skills and Wellness (browardschools.com)
• Help is Here to ensure students know there are trusted adults they can turn to for emotional support when they need it. School Counseling / Help is Here (browardschools.com)
• BPCS Monthly Character Trait – Cooperation - Family Newsletter: pdf (browardschools.com)
• Resiliency Education requires annually a minimum of five hours of instruction to students in grades 6 – 12 related to civic, character education and life skills education through resiliency education using the health education standards. These lessons are being delivered in study hall. 
• Xellois an online program your child is using in school to help them prepare for the future. Parents may also enroll in Xello to follow their child's progress in college and career exploration. Including scholarships and guidelines to apply. School Counseling / Hello Xello (browardschools.com)
• Additional resources: Children’s Services Council Family Resources https://issuu.com/kesslercreative/docs/brofrg2024-full
• New: School Counselor Corner in the cafeteria during A and B lunches: to engage with, support and spend time with our scholars and answer any questions they may have about student services. 
• Students are encouraged to contact their School Counselor Before or After School, During Lunch, Make an appointment in the school counseling office to be called down during study hall; and/or Contact and Write your counselor a note in Canvas.

STAY IN TOUCH

• Visit our website regularly for updates
  • Cooper City High School / Homepage
• Email us with any questions or concerns
• Follow us on the official CCHS social media platforms
  • Principal Perkovic (@principal_cchs) • Instagram
  • Principal Perkovic (@Principal_CCHS) / X

We look forward to all the positive progress this Fall Season will bring and continue to support our students and families in having a successful high school journey! Thank you for being an essential part of our Cooper City High School community. Together, we uphold the values of Excellence, Tradition, and Pride. Your support and involvement are invaluable.

Wishing you a fantastic week ahead!

Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence | Tradition | Pride
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS

To: Cooper City High School’s School Community  

From: School Advisory Council (SAC)  

 Re: School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting: 09/24/2024 at 3:00 PM  

 The School Advisory Council meets monthly to help support our school's academic goals and improvement, approve spending of SAC funds, provide input on school events and help generate an action plan in response to our Needs Assessment.  Please join us for our School Advisory Council (SAC) and meeting this Tuesday, September 24th, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the Media Center. 

We look forward to community collaboration.  

Dear 9th and 10th Grade Families,

We will be administering the FAST PM1 test on Thursday, September 12th to all 9th and 10th grade scholars. Please find the PM1 F.A.S.T.  Letter 
This assessment will determine baseline data for ELA teachers to adjust instruction from now until April to aid in student Mastery on PM 3 in May 2024. Parents, you play an important part in helping students give their best performance on these important tests. Even though this assessment is a snapshot—a beginning-of-the-year progress monitoring tool—it is important that our students have every advantage to do their very best. We want our scholars to be as prepared as possible for the PM3 assessment in May 2025.
The PM3 is an ELA graduation requirement for High School. There are many ways in which you can help your high-schooler put his/her best foot forward. The following guidelines can help set our scholars up for success: The night before the test:
1. Make sure your child goes to bed at a reasonable time the night before the assessment.
2. Keep your routine as normal as possible.
3. Be positive and confident in the fact that you know your child will do their best.
4. Have your high-schooler eat a nutritious breakfast.
5. The most important thing you can do right before the test is to build confidence about doing his/her very best.
After the test:
1. Talk to your child about their feelings about the assessment.
2. Discuss what was easy and what was hard; discuss what your child learned from the assessment.
3. Explain that performance on a test does not define him or her as a person. It is just one opportunity to demonstrate learning.

Following the PM1 Assessment and Review Sessions, scholars will transition to follow an adjusted schedule for periods 2-4.
Please note, it is important that your scholar remain at school to receive preparation and continued learning in the period 2-4 classes.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your scholar’s education.

Happy Friday, Cooper City Cowboys!

Here are some friendly reminders as we head into a three-day weekend:

•    There will be no school on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day.
•    Thursday, September 5, 2024, is a Professional Study Day. Scholars will be released at 11:45am and buses will depart at noon.
•    Last call for class t-shirts! Class t-shirts can be purchased through the estore until Sunday at midnight.
•    Last call for yearbooks as well! You can also purchase yearbooks on the estore until Sunday at midnight.
•    Please take a moment to vote for the 2024-25 school year School Advisory Council parent members.

School Advisory Council Parent Membership Vote 24-25 (office.com)

Make it a fantastic Friday & weekend!

Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

This is a friendly reminder that our Open House is tomorrow, Tuesday, August 27. Your child received a letter in their last period class on Friday. Please ask your child to share their schedule with you, including the room numbers, so that you can easily find their classes. You may also find the letter here: Open House Letter and Schedule

• 5:30 p.m. - Extracurricular clubs and sports will have information booths set up for you to peruse in the courtyard.
• 6:00 p.m.- Please report to your child’s first-period class and follow your child’s class schedule. You will meet all your child’s teachers and learn about the courses they are enrolled in. Additionally, in the Period 1 class, you will view our opening address video streamed by CTV. In the Period 2 class, you will receive important school information and handouts.

Parent Portal Support. A Parent Handbook was created that includes comprehensive guides on accessing, navigating, and finding essential information within the parent portal. The Parent Handbook is available on the BCPS website at www.browardschools.com/focus. If you encounter issues with the parent portal, please email: focuscommunications@browardschools.com and include your First Name, Last Name and email address used for the Parent Portal account along with their student(s) IDs
You will be able to register your 11^th grade student for the PSAT/NMSQT which may qualify them for the National Merit Scholarship. Please visit our website for more information.

Additionally, yearbooks will be on sale in the courtyard from 5:30-6:00 p.m. for the one-time only price of $70. Yearbooks can be purchased online during Open House week at the CCHS eStore: https://osp.osmsinc.com/BrowardFL/

Our CCHS PTSA will be available to provide you with information in the courtyard. Thank you for considering becoming a member of our PTSA: https://coopercityhsptsa.memberhub.com/store.

We look forward to seeing you at our Open House tomorrow evening!

Sincerely,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence| Tradition| Pride
Follow us on IG and X: @Principal_CCHS 
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage (browardschools.com)

Greetings Cowboy Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,

Cooper City High School is happy to announce the Food and Nutrition Service Department will continue to provide all students with free breakfast and lunch under the Universal Free Breakfast Program and Universal Free Lunch Program Pilot Year 2 for the 2024-2025 school year. As this is a Program Pilot it is vital that households continue to apply online at www.mvschooIapps.com for secure the Universal Free Lunch Program Pilot for the next school year along with additional district opportunities.

To qualify for additional programs, complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application along with the District Disclosure Form.

Second Meals wilt be charged at the adult meal prices at $4.75.

Households are encouraged to create on account for each student through My School Bucks at www.myschoolbucks.com for the purchase of additional meals and/or a la carte items.

For more information on Meal Benefits contact Food and Nutrition Services at 754-32I-0250.

For further assistance, please contact us at 754-323-0200.

School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting: Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 3:00 pm

Please join us for the School Advisory Council (SAC) meeting in the Media Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 3:00 pm. 

The Cooper City High School SAC, or School Advisory Council, invites parents and guardians of students currently enrolled at our school to become voting members for the 2024-2025 school year. The SAC is composed of parents, teachers, community members, school administrators, non-instructional support staff, and other stakeholders who meet regularly to establish priorities, set annual objectives, and monitor action steps for school improvement. We look forward to your input and participation at our SAC meetings and thank you for being engaged with Cooper City High School's staff in the work of supporting and sustaining the excellence of our students.

Please use the link to nominate a community member to serve on the School Advisory Council. SAC Nomination Form 24-25

Positive stakeholder involvement enhances student achievement and well-being.

Visit our website: Cooper City High School / Homepage (browardschools.com)
Follow us on Instagram and X (Formerly known as Twitter): @Principal_CCHS

• Students must be on time (sitting in their seats at the start time).
• College Visits will last the final 30 minutes of class time.
• Students will be released at the bell.
• Students must sign in once they arrive to visit and stay until they are released at the bell.
• Students are responsible for missed classwork, and teachers have the final word on whether students should attend.

 

Christine Siwek

BRACE Advisor (BRoward Advisor for Continuing Education) 

Cooper City High School 

Cooper City, FL  33328

                

• Starting August 26^th through Sept 5th, look for me to visit your Study Hall period to review the college and financial aid application process.  The earliest deadlines to be considered for popular Florida Universities is Oct 15th!
• Review it all over again and have a family member attend SENIOR NIGHT on Wednesday, September 25th, at 6 PM in the CCHS Auditorium.   
• The Common App and 4-year College Applications are open now for you to get started.  I advise you to go to college websites of interest under "Undergraduate Admissions" & READ.  Be as informed as you can be with colleges of interest.  My expectation is that you will apply to at least one college that you meet their academic profile and can afford (Safety School).  Then, you can certainly apply to your dream school if desired.  And perhaps a few in between.  If your intention is to start at Broward College after graduation, we have an outstanding BC Jumpstart Program in January that will get you all set!
• All high school credit earned and 12th grade courses in-progress matter.  CCHS is waiting for the schedules to settle.  Updates with any online summer classes or Dual Enrollment courses you have taken or will take in 1st semester will be reflected soon in your transcript.  This may change your Class Rank/GPA, etc.  Soon, you will find your unofficial HS Transcript in XELLO, which will help you complete your college apps.
• Check out the criteria for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarships.  Seniors will apply after October 1, 2024, and they can still work throughout 12th grade to meet the criteria for their best award.   
• Consider retaking the SAT or taking the ACT for your post-secondary & scholarship goals. National Test Dates attached.  It's within your CollegeBoard and/or ACT account you created that you send scores to colleges officially.   ACT/SAT Test Dates

Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

It is with immense excitement and pride that I welcome you to the start of the 2024-2025 school year at Cooper City High School. We are thrilled to embark on this new journey with you and your children for this school year. We hope you had a restful and enjoyable summer filled with memorable experiences.

Being part of the Cowboy family is a unique and cherished experience. Each member of our community contributes to our legacy of High Expectations, "A" Tradition of Excellence, and an abiding Cowboy Community Pride. Our amazing scholars, dedicated faculty and staff, engaged parents, and supportive community partners form the heart and soul of Cooper City High School. Our shared values and relationships are the foundation of our success.

Centered around our theme for this academic year, “Ready for the World…. Inspire One, Empower Many,” we honor our “A”chievements while eagerly embracing a bright future for our Cowboy Community. Our commitment to maintaining our Tradition of Excellence remains steadfast, with a focus on providing exceptional academics and fostering a culture of inclusivity and compassion.

As we prepare for the first day of school on Monday, August 12, here are some important reminders to help you and your child start the school year successfully:

• Student school hours are 7:40 am to 2:40 pm; supervision is provided from 7:10 am to 3:10 pm. Please review the Red (A)/Black(B) day calendar on our website.

• Student Schedules: Students may access their schedule on FOCUS.  Upon arrival on campus, on the first day of school, students will be greeted by CCHS faculty and staff, and we will assist them with finding their first-period class and answer any questions they may have. First-period teachers will distribute a hard copy of the final/official student schedules in class. A scheduling concern form will be shared with students and posted on our website. Scheduling concerns should be limited to class placement, duplicate classes, and/or missing a required class.
• FOCUS Parent Portal: Please create a parent portal account to ensure we have the most updated information and to access your student's records.  Instructions are posted on the BCPS website: Information and Technology / Focus - Student Information System 
• Back to School Forms: The yearly Back to School forms are required for each student annually. Parents and guardians will access the forms via FOCUS parent portal. Please complete these before the first day of school.
• Student IDs are mandatory: Please remember that all students must wear their school ID to gain entrance to our campus. Students who did not pick up their new 2024-2025 IDs this week should bring an ID from last school year (middle school ID for 9^th graders), and we will ensure that they receive a new 2024-2025 school ID during the first week of school. Student IDs must be worn to campus daily, and students must keep them on throughout the school day. Students must display them at all times while on campus.
• Entry Points for Students: As an added layer of security metal detectors are being implemented at our school this year. Metal detectors are now installed in all BCPS high schools at school entry points to screen students and visitors for weapons and other prohibited items. Students must present their ID and pass through the system to be screened. Most can carry their backpacks through the metal detectors without setting off an alert. They do not need to empty their pockets or remove cellphones, keys, loose change, belts or other everyday metal items. Large metal items may trigger an alert. These items include laptops, umbrellas, 3-ring binders and musical instruments. Students must remove those items, place them on an adjacent table for inspection, and retrieve them after they clear the screening process. Students who alert the system when passing through the metal detectors will be screened separately. School staff will be available to support them during this process. It’s a fast and simple process that serves as an added layer of protection for our school.

Parents and guardians, please discuss this new school entry process with your high school student. The screening may result in slight delays at entry, so please allow extra time at arrival and ensure your student never brings weapons or other prohibited items to school. Visit browardschools.com/metaldetectors for more information.

• Back-to-School Forms: Please review the Code of Student Conduct Handbook and complete the required mandatory forms by accessing the Back-to-School Forms.  The mandatory forms are the Code of Conduct Acknowledgement, the Emergency Contact Information, the Media Release, the Student Housing Questionnaire, and other Opt-Out forms. Create a FOCUS
• Dress Code: Please review the BCPS Dress Code Policy with your student. I appreciate your support.
• Breakfast and Lunch: Breakfast is served from 7:05 AM to 7:35 AM. Cooper City High School is happy to announce the Food and Nutrition Service Department will continue to provide all students with FREE breakfast and lunch under the Universal Free Breakfast Program and Universal Free Lunch Program Pilot Year 2 for the 2024-2025 school year. As this is a Program Pilot it is vital that households continue to apply online at www.mvschooIapps.com for secure the Universal Free Lunch Program Pilot for the next school year along with additional district opportunities.To qualify for additional programs, complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meal application along with the District Disclosure Form. Second Meals wilt be charged at the adult meal prices at $4.75. Households are encouraged to create on account for each student through My School Bucks at www.myschoolbucks.com for the purchase of additional meals and/or a la carte items. For more information on Meal Benefits, contact Food and Nutrition Services at 754-32I-0250.
• As far as school supplies are concerned, each teacher will provide this information to their students on Monday and Tuesday. We suggest that students bring a notebook or a folder with paper and a pen/pencil on the first day of school. 
• Visit our website for the traffic flow map for the morning arrival and afternoon dismissal. Thank you for your patience as we all re-establish morning and afternoon routines. Please plan on arriving early and remember that traffic will be heavy. BSO will assist us with the morning and afternoon traffic. Additional back-to-school information—including lunch and transportation—is posted on our website.
• Safety and Security: As always, at Cooper City High School, safety and security remain our top priority: if you see something, say something. We all play a role in safety here at CCHS as we aim to provide the highest quality education in a safe and secure environment. Our partnership is essential for ensuring the safety and security of our school community. With new processes and procedures in place, we ask that you review all the information in the First Quarter Newsletter and visit the websites included to review the information shared. We encourage you to also use the various tip reporting methods available https://www.browardschools.com/securitytips
• Disconnect to Reconnect: The School Board of Broward County is proud to be an “A” Rated School District and is taking an important step to elevate student learning by providing a distraction-free environment. Starting this year, during the school day, students will Disconnect to Reconnect. Effective this year, the use of wireless devices during the school day, including passing periods and lunchtime, is not permitted. All wireless communication devices must be powered off or in airplane mode from bell to bell. Cell phones, laptops, headphones, smartwatches and all other wireless devices must be turned off unless directed otherwise by a school employee for instructional purposes. As students and families adjust to this standard, the first two weeks of school, August 12-23, 2024, will serve as a grace period during which students can understand the new policy without disciplinary consequences. The Wireless Communication Devices Policy will be implemented and enforced beginning Monday, August 26, 2024. Find more information and answers to frequently asked questions by visiting com/wirelessdevices
• Become a Partner in Education with CCHS: PIE INTEREST FLYER (browardschools.com)
• Communication: Stay connected with us through our school website, social media channels, and regular newsletters. I appreciate and value your partnership and encourage you to contact me and my team anytime with questions, concerns, and ideas. We are collaborative partners in your child's educational journey, ensuring safety, well-being, and academic success. You can contact us at CCHS to address your questions, comments, and concerns, and you are invited to follow us on X and Instagram @Principal_CCHS  for updates and bookmark ou CCHS website.
• CCHS PTSA: Please visit https://coopercityhsptsa.memberhub.com/store to join PTSA and/or purchase Cowboy Spirit Wear (i.e.: CCHS Hoodies, T-shirts, hats, magnets).
• School Advisory Council: Please join us for a School Advisory Council (SAC) and School Advisory Forum (SAF)meeting in the Media Center on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 3:00 PM.  We invite parents and guardians of students currently enrolled at our school to become voting members for the 2024-2025 school year. The SAC is composed of parents, teachers, community members, school administrators, non-instructional support staff, and other stakeholders who meet regularly to establish priorities, set annual objectives, and monitor action steps for school improvement. We look forward to your input and participation at our SAC meetings. Thank you for being engaged with Cooper City High School's staff in supporting and sustaining the excellence of our scholars. Positive stakeholder involvement enhances student achievement and well-being.
• Open House: Join us for the 2024-2025 Open House on Tuesday, August 27th, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. This event is a great opportunity to meet teachers, staff, and other parents, and to learn more about your child's educational journey.
• Additional Back-to-School / 2024/25 Information and Resources 

Here at Cooper City High School, we are committed to accelerating student achievement through innovative programs and pedagogical practices while nurturing a culture of kindness, care, and compassion in a safe and secure environment for all.

As we step into this new school year together, let's remember that each day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive impact. I am excited to witness the achievements and milestones that await each of our Cowboy scholars.

Thank you for your continued support and trust in us. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and working together to ensure a successful and enriching school year for all our scholars. Here's to an outstanding 2024-2025 school year!

With Cowboy Pride,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence| Tradition| Pride
Follow us on X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS 
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage (browardschools.com)

Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

I hope you are all enjoying your summer break. As we gear up for another amazing year at Cooper City High School, I am excited to share some wonderful news. The Florida Department of Education has just released the 2023-2024 school grades, and I am delighted to announce that Cooper City High School has achieved an “A” school grade rating once again. Our Cowboy scholars demonstrated an increase in proficiency across content areas, and I couldn't be prouder of our tireless efforts, motivation, and commitment to accelerating the advancement of our scholars. The CCHS graduation rate is 99%, one of the top in the county. 84% of the scholars scored proficiency in Social Studies. 73% of the scholars scored proficiency in ELA. This is a 10% increase from the previous year. 64% of the scholars made learning gains in the ELA FAST PM3, and 62% of the lowest 25th percentile made learning gains in ELA. 73% of the scholars scored proficient in math, and we led the district in our Algebra 1 scores. This is an 8% increase from the previous year. 71% of the scholars scored proficiency in science.  We are proud to announce that in the graduation class of 2024, 80% of the scholars took an accelerated course, such as AP, AICE Cambridge, and DE. Overall, our acceleration rate increased by 12% from the previous year.

In addition to our “A” rating, Cooper City High School was recognized earlier this year by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2024 Best High Schools in the Nation and received the AP School Honor Roll with Access Award from College Board. The Florida Department of Education designated Cooper City High School a School of Excellence. These outstanding accomplishments and prestigious honors are a true reflection of our collective effort and determination to continue to excel. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our Cowboy scholars, teachers, staff, administrators, and the support of our parents and guardians. Congratulations! 

As we eagerly await the start of the new school year, please visit our website and be on the lookout for important updates and parent link communication about the opening of the 2024-2025 school year. We are excited to welcome you back and continue building on our legacy of Tradition, Excellence, and Pride!

Enjoy the rest of your summer, take pride in being a Cowboy, and get ready for a fantastic year ahead! I can't wait to see all of you soon!

With Cowboy Pride,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence | Tradition | Pride
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS

Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

We hope you are enjoying the summer break. In preparation for the new school year, we wanted to share with you a few upcoming events and important dates. Please visit our website for details.

Freshman Corral
Our annual CORRAL FRESHMEN ORIENTATION DAY is scheduled for Friday, August 2nd, 8:30 am-12 noon. The Corral will consist of High School 101 Graduation Requirements, Information on Clubs, Sports, & Electives, a Campus Tour, Snacks, Beverages, Dessert, and a T-Shirt will be provided to all attendees. Ninth-grade scholars will also receive their tentative schedule, textbooks, and New School ID. Scholars can still attend by making a payment of $20 through the E-Store until July 21st.  The flyer and link are both located on the school website. CHECK IN BEGINS AT 8:00 AM.

New to Cooper Orientation
All Incoming Ninth graders and New to Cooper City High School families, please join us at our New to Cooper Orientation on Thursday, August 8th, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Our orientation gives students and parents a chance to receive pertinent information regarding scheduling and Cooper City High School activities. This flyer is also located on the school website.

Schedule, Textbook, and New ID Distribution
Parents are to drop off students in the parent loop on the scheduled days listed below and on the textbook Distribution Flyer. Students will enter through the north tunnel and proceed to the cafeteria for schedules, IDs, and textbooks. A staff member will greet students at the North Tunnel.

Tuesday, August 6th, Class of 2026 & 2027
Bring your 2023-2024 ID to pick up Schedules and Textbooks
A-L 8:00 – 10:00 am
M-Z 10:00 – 12:00 pm

Wednesday, August 7th, Class of 2025
Bring your 2023-2024 ID to pick up Schedules and Textbooks
A-L 8:00 – 10:00 am
M-Z 10:00 – 12:00 pm

Thursday, August 8th, Class of 2028
Bring your Middle School 2023-2024 ID to pick up Schedules and Textbooks
ALL A-Z 8:00 – 10:00 am

If you have any questions, please contact Amira Britton, Assistant Principal.

Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

As we approach the final days of this school year, please take note of the following important reminders and updates:

• No Backpacks or Bags on Campus, June 3rd- June 10th:
  As a safety precaution, no backpacks or bags will be permitted on school campuses during the last week of school from Monday, June 3rd through Monday, June 10th. A small lunch box is permitted, along with a small bag for personal hygiene products. Safety and Security remain our top priority.  
• Monday and Tuesday are regular school days with classes from 7:40 AM to 2:40 PM
• Final Exams:
  Underclass final exams will take place from Wednesday, June 5th through Monday, June 10th. These are early release days, with school hours from 7:40 AM to 11:40 AM. Grab-and-Go lunch will be available. You can review the final exam schedule on our website: Click here to view Information on exams 
• Final Exempted Exam Sign-out Form:
  2024 Underclassman Final Exempted Exam  Early Sign Out June 5th-10th Students who exempted their final exam(s) and remain on campus will be placed in a study hall until the end of the school day.
• Textbooks: 
  Students should locate textbooks they need to return before the last day of school to avoid any obligations.
• Yearbooks:
  Yearbooks have been distributed to students. A very limited quantity is still available for purchase. Please email Ms. Grossman, the yearbook advisor, if you have any questions. 
• Banquets:
  The Track and Field Banquet is on Monday, June 3rd, at 6:00 PM in the CCHS Café.
  The Soccer Banquet is on Tuesday, June 4th, at 6:00 PM in the CCHS Café.
• Junior Step Up Day is Tuesday, June 4th - Class of 2025!
• Football Booster:
  Football Booster Meeting is on Tuesday, June 4th, at 7:00 PM in the Media Center
• Class of 2024 Graduation:
  We look forward to celebrating our Class of 2024 on Wednesday, June 5th, at 7:00 PM. Congratulations Graduates!
• Last Day of School:
  The last day of school is June 10th. It is an early release day.
• We are transitioning to a new Focus Student Information System (SIS), beginning the 2024-2025 school year:
   The Focus Parent Portal account gives families convenient and secure access to their student’s school information, including school grades, attendance, interim reports, report cards, and more, anytime and anywhere. Register for the Focus Parent Portal at browardschools.com/focus. 
  Focus will replace Pinnacle, Virtual Counselor, PCG (EdPlan), BASIS, and TERMS. It centralizes all applications used by parents into one districtwide system, incorporating attendance, grade book, scheduling, report cards, transportation, and communication. The recorded webinar from the Parent University hosted by the Parent and Community Involvement Task Force and District may be found at https://www.browardschools.com/parentuniversity
   
• The First Day of the 2024-2025 school year is Monday, August 12. 

As we conclude this school year, I want to thank you for your continued support and partnership. It has been a year filled with achievements, growth, and memorable moments. I am incredibly proud of our Cowboy community. I wish you all a safe and wonderful summer break and look forward to welcoming you back on August 12th. Please visit our CCHS website regularly for updates. 

Warm regards,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence | Tradition | Pride
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS

Dear Cooper City High School Families,

I hope this email finds you well. As part of our ongoing commitment to improving our educational practices, Broward County School District is conducting a Parent Survey, and we would greatly appreciate your participation. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and your responses will remain anonymous. The survey is available online in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese. Please take a few moments to complete it by visiting the following link: eProve™ surveys (advanc-ed.org)
23-24 Customer Survey Parent Flyer.pdf

Your opinion matters, and we thank you in advance for sharing your thoughts with us.

Additionally, I would like to keep you informed about the upcoming events and activities at Cooper City High School. Please find enclosed our weekly calendar of events and sports for this week. You can access a comprehensive list of CCHS events on our website: Weekly Calendar and Sports Calendar. We appreciate your ongoing support and encourage you to join us in cheering on our Cowboys!

Our dedicated teachers are diligently preparing our Cowboy Scholars for their upcoming assessments. I appreciate your support in ensuring our scholars attend school daily and are on time for all classes. Please take a moment to review our end-of-year State, AP, AICE Cambridge, and school final exams Testing Calendar, published on our CCHS website: CCHS Master Testing Schedule 2024. We wish the best of luck to our scholars who will be taking exams this week:

• AICE Cambridge General Paper exam on Thursday, 4/25
• AICE Marine Science exam on Friday, 4/26
• AICE Environmental Science exam on Friday, 4/26
• Additionally, Seniors who were absent from the December administration of the FCLE (and students who did not pass in December) will be taking the Florida Civics Literacy Exam (FCLE) tomorrow, Tuesday, 4/23. Please note that there are no makeup dates for the FCLE. It is given to seniors to obtain a Florida college graduation requirement. If they do not meet it while at CCHS, they will have an opportunity to do so at a Florida college.

As we enter the end-of-the-year assessment season, I urge you to encourage your scholar to attend all the free extended opportunities our faculty provides. ELOs are being offered to provide additional support in AICE Cambridge courses, AP courses, English, Math, Biology, and US History. These opportunities aim to meet the individual needs of our students. Please review the ELO Flyers for more information, and feel free to contact your scholar’s teacher with any questions. We remain committed to your child's academic success, and we thank you for encouraging their participation in these sessions.
All Subjects Tutoring and Extended Learning Opportunities
Math Tutoring and Extended Learning Opportunities
US History Review Sessions
Our Saturday Academy continues to support scholars for the FAST PM3, Math EOC, and Biology EOC exams. If your scholar will be attending, please sign up using the QR code on the flyer located on the CCHS website.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Together, we can ensure the success of our Cowboy Scholars!

Warm regards,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence | Tradition | Pride
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS

Dear Cooper City High School Families,

Broward County Public Schools is streamlining the way parents access their students’ information by launching a new parent information portal for the 2024/25 school year.

I invite you to join District staff and the Parent and Community Involvement Task Force on April 8, at 6:30 p.m., for the new webinar Parent University: Get Focus(ed)!, where you will receive an overview of the new Focus student information system, which will replace Pinnacle and Virtual Counselor. 

Focus centralizes all applications used by parents into one districtwide system., incorporating attendance, grade book, scheduling, report cards, transportation and communication. 

Access the Parent University: Get Focus(ed)! webinar on April 8 through this link: https://bit.ly/499XlKE

Participants will have the opportunity to submit questions through a chat feature at various points throughout the presentation. Closed captioning will be available in various languages.

For more information about Parent University, visit browardschools.com/parentuniversity

To learn more about the supports available during the transition to Focus, visit https://www.browardschools.com/focus.

Translations: 
Portuguese: Parent University - Focus-PT
Spanish: Parent University - Focus-SP
Haitian-Creole: Parent University - Focus-HC

Sincerely,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence | Tradition | Pride
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS

Dear Cooper City High School Families,

I hope you had a wonderful spring break and enjoyed the time off. With our Cowboy scholars returning to campus, we embark upon the final stretch of this academic year. Together, let's finish the year strong and make the most of the opportunities offered to our scholars here at CCHS. 

As a gentle reminder, please visit our website weekly for a comprehensive list of updates, Weekly Calendar of events and Sports. Your support is greatly appreciated, and we encourage you to come out and support our Cowboys!

Here are some important updates and reminders:

• Parent Survey: Your feedback is invaluable to us. In an effort to improve system practices, Broward County School District is conducting a Parent Survey. We value your opinion and ask that you please take time to complete this survey. Please be assured that your responses to this survey will be anonymous. Your honest opinion is appreciated. The surveys will be available online in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and Portuguese. Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey: eProve™ surveys (advanc-ed.org)

  23-24 Customer Survey Parent Flyer.pdf

   

• We <3 Writing: This Thursday, April 4th, our 9th and 10th-grade scholars will participate in the BEST ELA Writing Assessment for Grades 9 and 10. This is a regular school day, and students will follow their “A” day schedule.

• Testing Calendar and Extended Learning Opportunities: Our dedicated teachers are diligently preparing our Cowboy scholars for their upcoming assessments. Please take a moment to review our end-of-year State, AP, AICE Cambridge, and school final exams Testing Calendar, published on our CCHS website: CCHS Master Testing Schedule 2024 . 
  
  I appreciate your support in ensuring our scholars attend school daily and are on time for all classes.
• Extended Learning Opportunities (ELOs): In preparation for end-of-year assessments, I urge you to encourage your scholar to attend all our free extended opportunities provided by our faculty. ELOs are being offered to provide additional support in AICE Cambridge courses, AP courses, English, Math, Biology, and US History. These opportunities aim to meet the individual needs of our students. Please review the ELO Flyers for more information, and feel free to contact your scholar’s teacher with any questions. We remain committed to your child's academic success, and we thank you for encouraging their participation in these sessions.
  All Subjects Tutoring and Extended Learning Opportunities
  Math Tutoring and Extended Learning Opportunities
  US History Review Sessions
• Saturday Academy: Our Saturday Academy continues to support scholars for the FAST PM3, Math EOC, and Biology EOC exams. If your scholar will be attending, please sign up using the QR code on the flyer located on the CCHS website. Saturday Academy dates for the remainder of the school year are listed below:
   
  Saturday, April 6^th, April 20^th, May 4^th and May 18th
• Scholarship Bulletin: Attention Class of 2024! The April 1st CCHS Scholarship Bulletin is attached. Take a moment to review the opportunities listed and see if you qualify. Remember, scholarships mean free money for college or technical college. If you have any questions, please reach out to our BRACE Advisor, Ms. Siwek, at christine.siwek@browardschools.com. Many scholarships will also be announced at SENIOR AWARDS on Monday, May 13th.
• College and Career and Life Readiness Toolkit: Do you need information on the paths available after high school? Do you want to get emails for local scholarships? Not sure about the steps to prepare for college? Enroll in our College, Career, & Life Readiness Toolkit! Our toolkit has modules with information on pathways, scholarships, jobs, college readiness, and more. And when you enroll in the canvas page, you'll get weekly emails with scholarship information and upcoming events! Check out our page and enroll here: Enroll in CCLR Toolkit (instructure.com)
• FOCUS: Broward County Public Schools is launching a new parent information portal for the 2024/25 school year. Join us for the Parent University: Get Focus(ed)! webinar on April 8th at 6:30 p.m. to learn more about this exciting initiative. Access the Parent University: Get Focus(ed)! webinar on April 8 through this link: https://bit.ly/499XlKE Participants will have the opportunity to submit questions through a chat feature at various points throughout the presentation. Closed captioning will be available in Spanish and Portuguese. For more information about Parent University, visit browardschools.com/parentuniversity To learn more about the supports available during the transition to Focus, visit  https://www.browardschools.com/focus.

   

• Safety and Security remain our top priority here at Cooper City High School: if you see something, say something. We all play a role in safety here at CCHS as we aim to provide the highest quality education in a safe and secure environment. I want to inform you that yesterday, Monday, 4/1/2024, Cooper City High School administrators partnered with the District’s Safety, Security, and Emergency Preparedness Division (SSEP) and the Special Investigative Unit (SIU) to conduct handheld metal detection screening. Four classrooms were randomly selected for this screening procedure. Our students behaved in an exemplary manner, and I’m proud of how well they represented all Cowboy students, as they played a central role in this important initiative. 
  Rest assured that at no point was there a known threat to the school, its students, or staff today. Please visit the link below to see the District’s Random Handheld Metal Screening Program and its message to all parents, guardians, and caregivers regarding the use of handheld metal detectors in schools: BECON - Eduvision

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child's education. As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Sincerely,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence | Tradition | Pride
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
X and Instagram: @Principal_CCHS

Hello Junior Scholars,

Wednesday 3/6/24 is SAT School Day for Juniors. Please arrive on time and ready to test. You will report to your 5th period for attendance and testing room assignments. After the conclusion of the test, all scholars will resume their regular schedule.

Please review the SAT School Day flyer for details and the practice test provided by College Board: Digital SAT sample questions. 

Find out more about the SAT School Day here: Get Familiar with SAT School Day – SAT Suite | College Board and visit our CCHS website: Cooper City High School / Homepage 

We wish our Cowboy scholars the best of luck!

Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence|Tradition|Pride
Home of the Cowboys
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage
Twitter: @Principal_CCHS

College & Career Fair at Cooper City High School

Dear Cooper City High School Families,

We are thrilled to invite you to the College and Career Fair hosted by Cooper City High School on Tuesday, February 27th, starting at 6:00 PM. This event is open to all CCHS students and their families, and we anticipate an informative evening for all who attend. It's never too early or too late to start thinking about post-high school plans. With over 70 colleges, universities, technical colleges, and career opportunities represented, there will be plenty of valuable information to explore regarding programs, admissions processes, and other essential details.

Here's what you can expect at the fair:
In the Cafeteria, browse 70 colleges, universities, technical colleges & career opportunities to learn about their programs, admissions, and other important information.   

In the Auditorium, families are invited to attend informative seminars on College Admissions Planning, Financial Aid & Scholarships, College Admissions for Florida Public Universities, and College Admission Exams. 

College & Career Fair attendees will experience various topics that will educate and resonate with students of all backgrounds and abilities.  

Information Session Schedule - Auditorium 
College Admissions Planning: Feeling stressed or confused about the college search and application process? This interactive session will cover all the important basics, including how schools make their selections, how to create a great college list, academic and extracurricular strategies, essay writing, and more.

Financial Aid & Scholarships: What is the FAFSA and how do colleges and universities use it to award students?  Learn the criteria for Florida Bright Futures Scholarships and how to find other scholarship opportunities. 

College Admissions for Florida Public Universities: Learn the requirements for entering a Florida Public University within our State University System. Learn how competitive they can be and what students can do to receive a favorable decision from one or more of Florida’s Public 4-year universities. 

College Admission Exams: Learn about Standardized Tests, such as the PSAT, SAT, and ACT.  Learn how PSAT and the National Merit Programs work, and also discuss the pros and cons of the SAT vs. the ACT. 

Resources for ESE Families in Media Center Meet Broward County agencies and resources available to transition to life after high school. 

College Planning for ESOL Families in Media Center Presentations and resources in Spanish to help families plan for college, including post-secondary opportunities and the college & financial aid process.   

CCHS School Counseling in Cafeteria Come pick up free resources on Graduation Requirements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Xello, and other related subjects. Our CCHS Guidance Team is available for all your questions.   

Attending Institutions: 

Art Plumbing, AC & Electric Apprenticeships
Bingingham University
Boston University
Broward College
Broward Sheriff’s Office HR
BSO-Fire Rescue & Emergency Services
Edward Waters University
Emmanuel College|
Fairfield University
FL Department of Corrections
FL Department of Juvenile Justice 
Florida A & M Univeristy
Florida Army National Guard
Florida Atlantic University
Florida Gulf Coast University
Florida Institute of Technology
Florida International University
Florida Memorial University
Florida Polytechnic University
Florida Southern College
Florida State University
Horatio Alger Scholarships
Husson University
Johnson & Wales University-Providence
Keiser University, Pembroke Pines
Lees-McRae College
Louisiana State University
Lynn University
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
New York Film Academy
Nova Southeastern University
Ohio State University -Main Campus
Paul Mitchell - Fort Lauderdale
Pennsylvania State University
Publix Super Markets
Rollins College
Savannah College of Art & Design
Seton Hall University
Sheridan Technical College
Simmons University
St. John’s University – New York
St. Thomas University
Suffolk University
Temple University
United States Army
United States Marines
US Military Academy at West Point
The University of Alabama
University of Alabama at Birmingham
University at Albany, SUNY
University of Central Florida
University of Chicago
University of Florida
University of Fort Lauderdale
University of Maryland-College Park
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
University of Miami
University of North Florida
University of Pittsburgh
University of South Florida
University of Toledo
The University of West Florida
Valdosta State University
Vanderbilt University
Wilkes Honors College of FAU
William McFatter Technical College
 And more…

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!

Greetings, Cooper City High School Families,

This week, we are celebrating College Week at Cooper City High School. Our BRACE Advisor has curated a series of activities to engage our scholars in exploring their post-secondary interests and options. Tomorrow evening, February 27th, at 6:00 PM, we invite all scholars and families to join us for College and Career Night at Cooper City HS. This event will feature over 70 Colleges, Universities, Military, and Technical Colleges, providing important information on programs, scholarships, admissions requirements, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to start planning their academic and career path, so don't miss out! We look forward to all scholars and families joining us tomorrow!

Testing Calendar and Extended Learning Opportunities: As we navigate through the 3rd quarter, our Cowboy scholars are diligently preparing for their upcoming assessments. Please take a moment to review our end-of-year State, AP, AICE Cambridge, and school final exams Testing Calendar, published on our CCHS website: CCHS Master Testing Schedule 2024 . I appreciate your support in ensuring our scholars attend school daily and are on time for all classes.
We remain committed to your child's academic success and offer FREE after-school Extended Learning Opportunities and Tutoring covering various subjects, including AICE Cambridge courses, AP courses, English, Math, Biology, and US History. Your child's academic growth is our priority, and we thank you for encouraging their participation in these sessions.

• All Subjects Tutoring and Extended Learning Opportunities
• Math Tutoring and Extended Learning Opportunities
• US History Review Sessions

School Advisory Council Meeting: Our School Advisory Council (SAC) is crucial in guiding school-wide decision-making processes related to school improvement and program adoption. We cordially invite all stakeholders to our SAC meeting on February 27th at 3:00 PM in the media center. Your input and engagement are highly valued as we work together to enhance our school community.

Theater Production: It’s SHOW WEEK here at the Coop! Gather your family and friends and step into old New York with us for a whopping good time with the cast & crew of GUYS AND DOLLS, presented by Ms. Terl and our amazing  CCHS Thespians! Hailed as the perfect musical comedy, this award-winning classic gambles with luck and love under the bright lights of Broadway and runs right here on the CCHS stage this week only from Thursday, Feb 29 through Saturday, March 2 at 7 pm, with a Saturday matinee at 1 pm. Tickets are $10 for students & $15 for adults - available only on gofan. Catch it while you can! https://gofan.co/app/school/FL7609?activity=Performing%20Arts

News from School Counseling & BRACE:

• Cooper City High School presents the College & Career Fair onTuesday, February 27^th, 2024, starting at 6:00 PM. Browse over 70 Colleges, Universities, Military, and Technical Colleges to learn about their programs, scholarships, admissions requirements, and other important information. 
• Join us for a Virtual College Fair with opportunities for students to “visit” with representatives from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). The post-secondary institutions listed on the flyer will be participating and more will be added as we receive confirmation of their participation (Flyer attached) Join us for this virtual fair on Tuesday, March 5, 2024:   virtualcollegefairHBCU2024
• Say Hello to XELLO: Students can access Xello through their single sign-on Clever – it is a one-stop shop for college, career, and future planning. More than any other program, Xello helps middle and high school students of all backgrounds, abilities, and aspirations become future-ready. This platform, accessible to all students through Clever, will be a one-stop-shop for everything college, career, scholarships, and future-planning readiness! School Counseling / Hello Xello (browardschools.com)

Senior Events and Updates: To our seniors and their families, please take note of important updates regarding prom forms, yard sign sales, volunteer service hours, scholarship opportunities, and more as we celebrate this significant milestone together.

• Senior Class parents, celebrate your graduate with a 'CCHS Graduate Lives Here' Yard sign designed and sold by the Junior class officers. Sales will be held through the e-Store 3/4-3/17 for only $20. Signs for Cooper City residents will be delivered by the Junior Class Officers.Senior Class Yard Signs for Class of 2024 
  
• Prom Forms and Tickets information was posted to the Senior Canvas page.
• BRACE Updates for the Class of 2024
  • If you haven't submitted your 40 volunteer service hours, do so ASAP.
  • Check the scholarship bulletin and Ms. Siwek's office often...there are many different scholarships available for college or technical schools. Be sure to see which ones have requirements that you meet. Attached is the February 15th CCHS Scholarship Bulletin. Check to see if you fit the criteria of each opportunity listed, and if it's a fit, apply before the deadline date. Criteria is subjective, and organizations can be looking for anything...good grades, community service or just an excellent essay.  Since scholarship opportunities are deadline date-sensitive, be sure to leave yourself enough time to complete an application before the deadline. Scholarships = FREE Money for college or technical college. Many Scholarships will be announced at SENIOR AWARDS on Monday, May 13th!
  • Academic Signing Day/ Decision Day is Friday, May 3rd.

Yearbook sales – please visit our e-Store to make a purchase before the deadline. 

Celebrating Our Cowboys: Congratulations to our Cowboy scholars for their achievements in sports, arts, academics, and community service. Their dedication and hard work inspire us all.

• SPORTS: In sports, we wrapped up the Winter season with State Qualifiers in Comp Cheer, District Champions in Soccer, two District Champs, and 5 regional qualifiers in wrestling. Spring sports are starting back up. We look forward to a great season and invite you to come out and support our Cowboys in Baseball, Softball, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Track, Tennis, Waterpolo and Boys volleyball. The weekly sports calendar is published on our website.
  
• DEBATE: Congratulations to our qualifiers for the State and National Speech and Debate tournament in Lincoln Douglas! We wish them the best of luck at their upcoming competitions.
• SILVER KNIGHT NOMINEES: Cooper City High School is proud to be represented in 12 categories by our talented and compassionate leaders! We are very proud of our Cowboy Scholars and look forward to celebrating them at the 66^th Annual Silver Knight Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the James L. Knight Center.
• BAND: Our Sound of Pride Band participated in the FBA District Solo and Ensemble MPA and received 25 Superior ratings and 2 Excellent Ratings! Congratulations on an outstanding performance!
• CHORUS: Congratulations to our CCH Chorus students on an amazing performance last week as part of the All-County Broward Honor Choir, where they earned an extended standing ovation for their magical performance.

District-wide Parent Night - Dangers of Edibles: Please join us on Tuesday, 3/5, at 6:00 PM at Plantation High School for a District-wide family night focused on educating parents, students, and the greater community on the dangers of edibles. Learn from the experts about the risk of candy-like products containing illegal substances. The Broward Sheriff's Office will lead the presentation. Livestream: http://becon.tv/bso

Safety and Security remain our top priority here at Cooper City High School. As always, at Cooper City High School, safety and security remain our top priority: if you See Something, Say Something. We all play a role in safety here at CCHS as we aim to provide the highest quality education in a safe and secure environment. Help identify at-risk individuals BEFORE they hurt themselves or others by reporting threats, harassing behaviors, illegal activity, etc. Please provide as much information as possible, especially location, date, and time. The more information you provide, the better we, along with the District staff, can respond to your concern: https://www.browardschools.com/Anonymous-Tips

Help is here: BECON - Eduvision Students, see bullying or hear a threat? Your voice has power! Speak up to a trusted adult and be the change. Together, we can make our schools safer for everyone. Watch this video to see how your courage can make a difference.

Suicide Prevention -Documents attached: The district has shared important new resources. Please review all attachments. 

Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of our Weekly Calendar of events and Sports. Your support is greatly appreciated, and we encourage you to come out and support our Cowboys!

Upcoming Dates: Finally, mark your calendars for important upcoming dates, including the Last Day of Quarter Three, Spring Break, and the start of the Fourth Quarter:
March 21- Last Day of Quarter Three and Early Release (12:40 p.m. dismissal time)
March 22- Teacher Planning (No School for Students)
March 25-29 Spring Break
April 1 - First Day Back from Spring Break and Start of 4^th Quarter
April 2 – AICE/AP Awards Night
April 12 – Grad Bash

As always, please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. Thank you for your partnership. 

Sincerely,
Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence| Tradition | Pride
Follow us on Twitter: @Principal_CCHS 
Website: Cooper City High School / Homepage (browardschools.com)

Dear Cooper City High School Parents and Guardians,

I hope this message finds you well. Here are the latest updates and events happening at Cooper City High School for the upcoming week:

This Week at Cooper City High School:

It is National School Counseling Week!
This week, we are proud to celebrate National School Counseling Week and recognize the invaluable work and dedication of our Cooper City High School counselors. They play a crucial role in guiding our students through their educational journey. From offering guidance on educational choices to providing valuable mental health assistance, the work of school counselors is multifaceted as they work to ensure students’ well-being and success. As trained mental health professionals, school counselors strive to build safe, positive, and trusting relationships with their students. Let's take a moment to appreciate their efforts in ensuring our students' well-being and success.

Cooper City Zone Parent Night:
We invite all Cooper City parents to join us for the K-12 Curriculum Night on Wednesday, February 7th, at 6:00 PM at Cooper City High School. This collaborative event will include important updates on curriculum and courses, as well as valuable information about upcoming math and reading State assessments. We look forward to your participation.IZONE MEETING flyer.

Hello Cowboy Scholars,

AP Potential is based on research that uses your performance within specific sections of PSAT-related assessments or the SAT to predict which AP courses you would likely succeed in. 

Your SAT Suite of Assessments Score Report displays AP courses for which you have potential. 

How to Access AP Potential?

1. Log in to the online score reporting portal. 
   • Log in here to your College Board account. 
2. Open a score report. 
   • Open your SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, or PSAT 8/9 score report. 
3. Go to the very bottom of the report under Next Steps. Click Get Your Personalized AP Course Recommendations. 
   • The table shows the AP courses you might do well in based on your test scores. 
   • You’ll also see which of the courses are offered in your school. They’re indicated with a check mark. 
   • An X will appear next to any course you’ve already taken, or that isn’t offered at your school. 
   • If you select a college major from the menu, you can also view whether each AP course is relevant to that major. 

Please visit the link to the 2024-2025 course selection resources on our website: Academic Pathways / Core Courses and Resources

If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Megna, our AP Coordinator.

Sincerely,

Vera Perkovic
Principal
Cooper City High School
Excellence|Tradition|Pride
Home of the Cowboys
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