Bobcat Bulletin - FAMILY EDITION
Level Up Bobcats! Game On!
NOVEMBER 17th - 21st
Principal's Message
Principal’s Message – Week 15
Hello Bobcat Families,
We’ve made it to Week 15, and I couldn’t be prouder of the hard work and dedication our students and staff have shown this semester! With just one more week until Thanksgiving break, let’s keep the momentum going strong.
This is a great time to remind our students about the importance of finishing the week with focus and positivity. Encourage your child to stay engaged, complete assignments, and show kindness to others as we head into the holiday season.
We are grateful for your continued support and partnership in making our school a place where every child can thrive. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with joy and gratitude!
Warm regards,
Mrs. Amber Gonzales
Principal
With Bobcat Pride,
💚 Greenback Fundraiser – Time is Running Out!
We’re in the final stretch, Bobcats — our PTO Greenback Fundraiser is about to end, and we need everyone’s support to reach our goal of $8,000! PTO does amazing things for our campus, and this fundraiser helps make it all possible.
✅ New Ways to Give!
PTO has added Cash App and Venmo for easy donations!
👉 When paying online, please include your child’s name, teacher name, and grade level.
If your child’s green envelope got misplaced, no worries — ask your child’s teacher for another one or stop by the front office to pick one up.
💯 The best part? 100% of every donation stays right here at Copperfield Elementary to support classroom needs, student activities, and campus programs.
📅 Fundraiser Ends: December 11
Let’s finish strong, Copperfield! If you plan to participate, please donate ASAP and show what Bobcat Pride can do! 🐾
Important Reminder About Morning Drop-Off
Families, please remember that school doors open at 7:00 AM, and that is when staff supervision begins. For the safety of all students, do not drop off your child before 7:00 AM and leave them unattended.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep every student safe. Thank you for your continued support!
🍁 November Student Dress-Up Days
Let’s stay warm, comfy, and connected this November! Join us in dressing up each week with fun, themed attire.
🍂 Week 3
- Monday, November 17 – College Colors Day 🎓 - Rep your favorite college shirt!
Tuesday, November 18 – Best Day Is Vest Day! 🦺✨- It’s time to show off your best vests—denim, puffer, fleece, or festive! We are the VEST school around!
Wednesday, November 19 – Thanksgiving Potluck 🦃 - Dress in warm fall tones or a festive Thanksgiving outfit.
Thursday, November 20 – Wear animal print or a shirt featuring your favorite furry friend!
Friday, November 21 – Sweater Weather Friday 🧶- Get cozy in your favorite fall sweater or cardigan!
November Events
💙🍂 November Calendar of Events 🍂💙
Dates and times are subject to change — please check weekly for updates!
📅 Monday, November 17
✏️ Interim Testing – 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade Math - date change
📅 Tuesday, November 18
🚌 5th Grade Field Trip
📅 Wednesday, November 19
✏️ Interim Testing – 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade - Make-Up date change
📅 Thursday, November 20
🦓 Pre-K Field Trip to the Zoo
🐍 Barn Hill Preserve “Animal Adventure Squad” – Kinder, 1st, & 2nd
🐾 We’re excited to welcome Barn Hill Preserve for a special zoo experience in the gym. Students will enjoy an engaging animal presentation during the following times:
Kindergarten: 8:30–9:15 AM
1st Grade: 9:30–10:15 AM
2nd Grade: 10:30–11:15 AM
🎨 Specials rotations will remain the same. 🏃 PE classes will be held outside that day.
Thank you for helping make this a smooth and memorable event for our students!
✏️ Interim Testing – 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade - Make-Up - date change
🏛️ Board Meeting – ERC | 5:00 PM
📅 Friday, November 21
🎉 Substitute Appreciation Day — Thank you for all you do!
📅 Monday–Friday, November 24–28
🦃 Student & Staff Holiday – Thanksgiving Break!
Enjoy the rest, family time, and all the pie! 🥧
🎅 December to Remember: Dress-Up Days
Let’s celebrate the season with spirit and style! Join us each day with a festive outfit and help spread holiday cheer throughout the school.
🎁 Week 1
Monday, December 1 –Wear green and red to start the season with festive flair OR since it’s the 67th day of school, show off your best “6-7-day get-up” to make the day extra fun and spirited!
Tuesday, December 2 – Holiday Shirt Day 👕 Rock your favorite holiday-themed shirt!
Wednesday, December 3 – Sparkle Day ✨ Shine bright in sequins or glittery attire!
Thursday, December 4 – Scarf It Up! 🧣 Wrap up in your favorite holiday scarf.
Friday, December 5 – Get Moving! 🏃 Wear sweatpants or athletic wear to stay active this season.
✨ Week 2
Monday, December 8 – Merry & Bright 💡 Light up the halls with lighted accessories!
Tuesday, December 9 – Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree 🧦 Show off your festive holiday socks!
Wednesday, December 10 – Mad About Plaid 👔 Wear your favorite plaid or flannel shirt.
Thursday, December 11 – Candy Cane Day 🍭 Dress in red and white to match the season’s sweetest treat!
Friday, December 12 – Tree Topper Day 🎩 Top off your look with festive holiday headgear!
🎄 Week 3
Monday, December 15 – Grinch Day 💚 Wear a Grinch shirt or go green!
Tuesday, December 16 – Dreaming of a White Christmas ❄️ Dress in all white to channel snowy vibes.
Wednesday, December 17 – Polar Express Day 🛌 Cozy up in your favorite pajamas!
Thursday, December 18 – Ugly Sweater Day 🧶 It’s party time—bring your best (or worst) holiday sweater!
Upcoming Events - December
💙❄️ December–January Calendar of Events ❄️💙
Dates and times of events are subject to change — please make sure to check weekly for any updates!
📅 Wednesday, December 3
📚 PTO Meeting | 2:30–3:30 PM in the Library
📅 Thursday, December 4
🎉 70th Day of School!
👩🏫 4th Grade Field Trip – Mill Springs Cabin / Bradley Middle School
📅 Thursday, December 11
🎶 Choir Concert & “Fa La La La La Literacy Night” -See flyer below for details!
📅 Thursday, December 18
🕺 80th Day of School – Dress in Your Best 80’s Outfit!
🍔 McDonald’s Night – More Info to Come!
🏛️ Board Meeting | 5:00 PM – ERC
📅 Friday, December 19
🎓 No School for Students
📅 Monday, December 22 – Friday, January 2
🎄 Student & Staff Holiday – Winter Break! - Enjoy time with loved ones and recharge for the new year!
📅 Monday, January 5
📘 Student Holiday
📅 Tuesday, January 6
🏫 School Resumes – Welcome Back!
✨ Start of the 3rd Nine Weeks
Send your children with a sweater or jacket!
Birthday celebration reminders
Information from Mrs. Estrada- School Counselor
Copperfield Staff Recognition Spotlight
Let’s Celebrate Our Amazing Staff!
Every day, our teachers and staff make a difference in the lives of our students—and we want to recognize them!
We’ve created a quick and easy way for you to share your appreciation:
Submit a Staff Shout-Out!
If a staff member has made a positive impact on your child or family, let them know by completing our short Google Form. Your shout-out will be turned into a certificate and shared with them as a token of gratitude.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the incredible people who make our school community so special!
Information from Ms. Perez - Social Worker
INFORMATION FROM MRS. POTOCKI - LIBRARIAN
A big thank you to everyone who has already participated in our SchoolStore Program—we’re on our way to reaching our goal! Your support helps ensure our teachers have the essential tools they need to help students succeed.
Next Week’s Book Buddy Distribution:
- Tuesday, Nov. 18
- Thursday, Nov. 20
- Friday, Nov. 21
Thank you for helping us make this program a success!
If your family hasn’t joined yet, there’s still time! The SchoolStore Program is 100% online—no face-to-face selling, no money handling, and no product delivery! Participation takes less than 12 minutes, and there are awesome prizes for students who join in. 🎁
Here’s how to get started:
1️⃣ Go to SchoolStore.net to sign up.
2️⃣ Send emails inviting family, friends, and co-workers to support your child. This step earns your child a Book Buddy. No money is required.
3️⃣ Return the Book Buddy Lanyard with the Student Prize Code to school so your child can receive their participation prize!
📅 Book Buddies can be earned November 3 – December 18.
Please note it might take a day or two for prizes to show up in the system.
Thank you for supporting our Bobcats and helping Copperfield Level Up! 🐾🎮
Perfect Attendance Challenge
🦃 Gobble Up a Good Book Over Thanksgiving Break! 📚 - Chance To Win A Gift Card
Thanksgiving Break is the perfect time for our Bobcats to cozy up with a good book (or two… or three!).
Reading together helps build vocabulary, comprehension, and a lifelong love of learning — plus, it’s a great way to slow down and make memories as a family. 💛
📍 Local Libraries to Visit
While school is closed, take a short trip to one of our nearby libraries and stock up on great reads for the holiday week!
📘 Converse Public Library
601 S. Seguin Rd, Converse, TX 78109
📞 (210) 659-4160
🕐 Mon–Thurs 9 AM–6 PM | Fri 9 AM–5 PM | Sat 10 AM–2 PM
💡 Free library cards for Converse residents — perfect for student readers!
📙 Schaefer Branch Library (San Antonio Public Library)
6322 US Hwy 87 E, San Antonio, TX 78222
📞 (210) 207-9300
🕐 Mon–Thurs 12 PM–8 PM | Fri 10 AM–6 PM | Sat 10 AM–6 PM | Sun Closed
💡 Family-friendly branch with great children’s programs and reading spaces.
📸 Share Your Reading Moments!
We’d love to see our Bobcats “gobbling up a good book” this Thanksgiving!
Snap a photo of your child reading over the break and email it agonzales491@judsonisd.org for a chance to be featured in our December 1st newsletter & be entered into a drawing for a gift card!
Let’s keep those minds growing and imaginations soaring — even while the turkey’s in the oven! 🦃✨
#LevelUpBobcats #GobbleUpAGoodBook #CopperfieldReads
Interim Testing Information
November 10th - 21st - CLOSED CAMPUS
November 18th - NEHS Meeting
Thursday, November 20th - Kinder, 1st & 2nd grade
🐾 Barn Hill Preserve “Animal Adventure Squad” – November 20th
We’re bringing the field trip experience to our school! On Wednesday, November 20th, Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade students will enjoy an exciting visit from Barn Hill Preserve for their “Animal Adventure Squad” presentation in the gym.
Students will have the opportunity to learn about and see live animals up close during this fun and educational experience!
🕒 Presentation Schedule:
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Kindergarten: 8:30–9:15 AM
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1st Grade: 9:30–10:15 AM
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2nd Grade: 10:30–11:15 AM
📄 Permission slips have been sent home. Please return them as soon as possible. Extra copies are available in the front office if needed.
This is a student-only event.
November 24th - 28th - Thanksgiving Break
December 1st - 🎉 LET'S CELEBRATE THE 67TH DAY OF SCHOOL! 🎉
December 2nd - 🎶 Come Support Our Copperfield Bobcat Choir! 🏀
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 2, and join us for a fun night with the San Antonio Spurs! Our very own Copperfield Bobcat Choir will be performing a special pregame song on the court before the game begins! 🎤✨
Come cheer them on and show your Bobcat pride as they represent our campus in front of thousands of fans. It’s going to be an unforgettable night of music, teamwork, and Copperfield spirit! 💙🐾
More details on tickets and performance time below—let’s pack the stands and support our talented Bobcat singers!
December 11th - 🎶 Fa La La La La Literacy Night & Choir Concert! 🎶
Mark your calendars, Bobcat families! On Thursday, December 11, join us for a festive evening of music, reading, and family fun!
🎵 Choir Concert: 5:00–5:30 PM
📚 Family Literacy Night: 5:30–7:00 PM
Our talented Copperfield Bobcat Choir & 3rd graders will kick off the night with joyful holiday tunes guaranteed to get you in the spirit! Afterwards, families are invited to stay for our “Fa La La La Literacy Night”—a celebration of reading with interactive activities, make-and-takes, and plenty of cheer.
🎅 Plus, don’t miss a visit from Santa Claus, hot cocoa, and cookies—all sponsored by our wonderful Copperfield PTO
Come ready to sing, read, and spread some holiday joy as we celebrate the magic of music and literacy together! 💚📖✨
🚂 December 17th - Polar Express Day
🎄 December 18th - Classroom Christmas Parties
Attendance Information
2025 -2026 District Calendar
Upcoming Events in Judson ISD
November
November: Native American Heritage Month and Military Family Month,
November 11: Veterans Day
November 13: World Kindness Day
November 15: America Recycles Day
November 19: Education Support Professionals Day
November 20: Regular Board Meeting
November 21: Substitute Appreciation Day
November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break
November 27: Thanksgiving Day
November 30: Computer Security Day
December
December: Read a New Book Month
December 2: National Special Education Day
December 9: Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
December 18: Regular Board Meeting
December 22- January 5: Student Winter Holiday
December 24: Christmas Eve
December 25: Christmas Day
December 31: New Year's Eve
January
January: School Board Appreciation Month
January 1: New Year's Day
January 5: Teacher Prep & Planning
January 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 22: Regular Board Meeting
January 29: Chinese New Year