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The Cardinal Connection

William F. Cooke, Jr. Elementary School

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February 27, 2026 February 27, 2026

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Upcoming Author Visit Upcoming Author Visit

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Prevent Child Abuse Delaware Prevent Child Abuse Delaware

Students in Grades K-5 will participate in Prevent Child Abuse Delaware, a school-based prevention education program for children. Please see the letter to parents for the grade level band applicable to your family below. Classes will run from 3/2 through 3/11.

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Red Clay Virtual Winter Art Show Red Clay Virtual Winter Art Show

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🎨 The Red Clay 2026 Winter Digital Art Show Is Now Live! ❄️

Step into a gallery of imagination, expression, and extraordinary talent from students across our district. This year’s collection reflects the creativity, voice, and vision of young artists who continue to inspire us with their originality and skill.

Each piece represents hours of dedication and the unique perspective of the student who created it.

✨ Click the image above to explore the 2026 Winter Digital Art Show
and experience the remarkable work of our Red Clay artists.

Save the Date! Save the Date!

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After School Opportunity for Kindergarten through 3rd Grade After School Opportunity for Kindergarten through 3rd Grade

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Click Here to Register for Spring Yoga

Upcoming Event at HB Upcoming Event at HB

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Community Opportunities Community Opportunities

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Breakfast & Lunch Menu Breakfast & Lunch Menu

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SAVE THE DATES! SAVE THE DATES!

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Click Here to Order Pictures: Picture Day ID: EVT98WNXG
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Grades 3,4,5: SAVE THE DATES: STATE TESTING Grades 3,4,5: SAVE THE DATES: STATE TESTING

The State of Delaware conducts state testing starting in Grade 3. We are providing the dates so that you can plan ahead to ensure that your child is in school on these dates.


Grade 3:

ELA: 4/27, 4/30

Math: 5/5, 5/7


Grade 4:

Social Studies: 5/11

ELA: 4/27, 4/30

Math: 5/5, 5/7


Grade 5:

Social Studies: 5/11

ELA: 4/27, 4/30

Math: 5/5, 5/7

Science: 5/14

2025-2026 School Year Calendars 2025-2026 School Year Calendars

Cooke At-a-Glance Calendar Cooke At-a-Glance Calendar

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Click Here for Cooke's Google Calendar
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"Did You Know?" Series "Did You Know?" Series

We’re excited to kick off a new weekly “Did You Know?” Series in the Cardinal Connection! Each week, we’ll share a quick fact about the PTA/School and how we support our school community.

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Upcoming Spring Book Fair: Volunteers Needed! Upcoming Spring Book Fair: Volunteers Needed!

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Click Here to Sign Up to Volunteer at our Book Fair
Click Here for the Link for eWallet
Click Here to Join the Cooke PTA!
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Translate this newsletter! Translate this newsletter!

¡TRADUCE ESTE BOLETÍN! ¡TRADUCE ESTE BOLETÍN!

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We have a translate feature! Simply click "translate newsletter" and you can pick from many different languages!


¡Tenemos un botón de traducción! Simplemente haga clic donde dice "translate newsletter" y podrá elegir entre muchos idiomas diferentes.

The Red Clay Consolidated School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, veteran status, domicile, genetic information, or any legally protected characteristic. Inquiries should be directed to Human Resources at 302-552-3783.
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