The Bobcat Brief

Monday, March 30:

• Deadline to turn in Bookmark Contest applications to Ms. Kabel (see below)
• Q3 Awards and Contributions Ceremony (8:30 a.m. 5th Grade, 1:40 p.m. 4th Grade)

Wednesday, April 1:

• Q3 Awards and Contributions Ceremony (8:30 a.m. PreK, Kindergarten, & Ms. Decembrino, 1:40 p.m. 1st Grade)
• Child Abuse Prevention Month Begins
• Month of the Military Child Begins
• National Paraprofessional Day

Thursday, April 2:

• Q3 Awards and Contributions Ceremony (8:30 a.m. 3rd Grade, 1:40 p.m. 2nd Grade)
• World Autism Day - Wear Blue

Friday, April 3: Good Friday, No School

Saturday, April 4: School Librarian Day

Monday, April 6-Friday, April 10: Scholastic Book Fair (see below)

Monday, April 6: National Assistants Principals' Week Begins

Tuesday, April 7: Spring Picture Day

Thursday, April 9:

• SIC Meeting at 4:30 p.m.
• Living, Learning, and Leading Well at Coosa at 5:00 p.m. (see below)

Monday, April 13-Friday, April 17: Spring Break

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2026 SC READY Testing Dates:

Wednesday, May 6: Reading

Thursday, May 7: Reading

Wednesday, May 13: Writing

Thursday, May 14: Science (4th Grade Only)

Tuesday, May 19: Math

Wednesday, May 20: Math

World Autism Day is celebrated on Thursday, April 2nd. This year teachers, staff, and students are encouraged to wear blue to celebrate this special day!

We can't wait to see our students and families at our upcoming evening event on Thursday, April 9th!

We have a fun and engaging evening planned for our students which includes community partnership information stations, activities for families to participate in with their students, the Scholastic Book Fair open in the library for families to shop with their students, performances by our school chorus, announcements, dinner to-go, and much more! We hope you'll mark your calendars and attend our first Living, Learning, and Leading Well Event!

The doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and the event will begin at 5:00 p.m.

Registration for dinner is required for this event. Register for dinner to-go here: https://form.jotform.com/260706117648055

At Coosa Elementary, we believe that families are essential partners in every child’s success. Through our participation in the Measurable Results Assessment (MRA), we gather feedback from students, staff, and families to better understand how we are doing in areas such as leadership, culture, and academics. This tool helps us reflect, celebrate progress, and make informed decisions that support continuous improvement.

One important area within the MRA focuses on Family and Community Engagement, including how well schools include families in decisions that impact their child’s learning and overall school experience.

At Coosa, we are committed to ensuring families have a voice and meaningful opportunities to engage in decision-making. Some of the ways we do this include:

• Providing regular communication through newsletters, ParentSquare, and school updates to keep families informed and involved.
• Creating opportunities for feedback through surveys, conferences, and ongoing communication with teachers and school leaders.
• Partnering with families during events such as Passport Days, learning nights, conferences, and SIC.
• Encouraging participation in school initiatives and opportunities where family voice helps shape programs, supports, and experiences for our students.

Last year’s MRA results reflected strong family partnerships, with a score of 89 in School & Family Partnerships and 85 in Family Engagement, demonstrating the impact of our collaborative efforts.

Over the next several weeks, we will continue highlighting specific areas from the MRA and invite your input as we work together to strengthen our school community.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us ensure that every decision we make supports the success and well-being of our Bobcats. 🐾

Dr. Goudy

Registration is required for this event: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0449A5AA2CAAFFC25-62520482-wild

Beaufort County Library's Annual Bookmark Contest is here! Each year the county library launches their Summer Reading Program with their bookmark contest, and we'll be discussing the contest in the Coosa library in the coming weeks. A copy of the entry form has gone home with students, but you can also find copies on the county library's webpage below. Ms. Kabel will turn in Coosa entries as long as they are turned into the Coosa library by Monday, 3/30. The county library's deadline is Tuesday, 3/31.

Questions? Email Ms. Kabel: Ashley.Kabel@beaufort.k12.sc.us

Check out one of last year's bookmark contest winners - Everly, a Coosa Elementary School student!

Find more information and links to the entry forms here: https://www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/story/unearth-a-story-2026-bookmark-contest-kicks-off-summer-reading?fbclid=IwY2xjawQWnDhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFwcnRzUWt4eFRmUnJEbUxZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgFfjzcdzv2gBw_JJO2bS76pa5wMEdDlpsLPfOYP66v_BwCHpMyJeTO_h6UW_aem__wy2rCfd_lG_Ize1EnOLXQ

Our Scholastic book fair will be open to students during school hours Monday, April 6-Friday, April 10 (closing Friday at 10:00 a.m.). The book fair will be open to students and families during

our Leading, Learning, and Living Well evening event from 5:00-6:30 p.m.

Please consider setting up an eWallet for your child(ren) for the book fair. This is a safe and cash alternative that is so helpful when our librarians, teachers, and volunteers are helping your students shop. To preview our fair and set-up your child’s eWallet, please visit this website: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/coosaelementaryschool.

Save the Date! We’re kicking off the Kids Heart Challenge on April 6, and we are proud to support the American Heart Association!

Sign up today to learn Hands-Only CPR and join the NFL PLAY 60 Family Challenge by getting active together as a family for 60 minutes a day!

Sign up here http://www2.heart.org/goto/CoosaElementarySchool or download the AHA Schools App.

Bonus- students get a free Lifesavers League Wristband just for signing up!

April is the Month of the Military Child!

Mark you calendars, Bobcats! The Month of the Military Child celebrations will be held Monday, April 20-Friday, April 24. Each Coosa student is encouraged to participate in these dress down days:

• Monday, April 20: Wear red, white, and blue
• Tuesday, April 21: Wear any color camouflage
• Wednesday, April 22: Wear purple (see optional PurpleUp! Coosa t-shirt below)
• Thursday, April 23: Wear your favorite superhero look
• Friday, April 24: Wear stars and shiny sparkles

This year Coosa is offering a new t-shirt to show support for our military students! If you're interested in purchasing your student a t-shirt, then you can purchase at the link below.

Link to purchase t-shirt: https://newsouthshirts.com/collec.../coosa-elementary-school

The District Dash is back! This year's event will be held Saturday, May 9 at Coligny Beach, Hilton Head Island. Along with the adult and student 5K, this year’s race also features a new half-mile option just for children ages 7 and under. Students, families, and community members are encouraged to participate alongside their school groups. The top three schools with the most overall race participation will receive a wellness funding prize to support their school’s MUSC Wellness Program.

To learn more, visit this website: https://www.beaufortschools.net/about-us/departments/food-services/nutrition-and-fitness/district-dash

The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is excited to offer the Junior Deputy Academy Program at the Academy for Career Excellence (ACE) for summer 2026.

This free program runs July 13-17, 2026 | 7:45 AM - 2:30 PM for Northern Beaufort County and July 20-24, 2026 | 7:45 AM - 2:30 PM for Southern Beaufort County. The camp is open to rising 5th graders through a selective application process.

Each elementary school may have four students participate in this valuable opportunity to interact with Sheriff’s Deputies and build positive relationships. Bus transportation, lunch, and snacks are included.

Beaufort County Schools and Coosa Elementary now uses ParentSquare for all school and district communications.

53% of our families have downloaded the app!

This is how you are able to send messages to your child's teacher (or any adult in the building).

BCSD has developed a comprehensive webpage with many common questions and answers! Check it out here: www.beaufortschools.net/families/parentsquare

Pre-Registration opens for Kindergarten on Monday, February 2 for the 2026-2027 school year.

Our school library's Family and Library Book Challenge can be completed multiple times throughout the year and can be restarted each time a student completes the challenge. If you have any questions or need a copy of the form, then please email Ms. Kabel at Ashley.Kabel@beaufort.k12.sc.us.

Use the link below to give a shout-out to a Coosa faculty or staff member. Shout-outs will be shared directly with the faculty/staff member. Thank you for taking a moment to recognize our faculty and staff!

Help Us Spoil Our Amazing Teachers & Staff!

Our Sunshine Committee is dedicated to showing our teachers and staff how much we appreciate their hard work and dedication. With your support, we provide monthly treats and little surprises to brighten their days and say thank you! All funds donated go directly to our Teacher Fund Account to make these special moments possible every month.

Thank you for helping us spread sunshine and gratitude throughout our school community!

Congratulations to our Parents of the Month!

At Coosa, we recognize the essential partnership between parents and the school. It takes a whole community to nurture and teach our children, and we’re proud to spotlight parents who go the extra mile for students. Let’s celebrate these everyday heroes!

Thank you to the following businesses and families for partnering with Coosa for the 2025-2026 school year! We are so grateful for their financial partnership, and we encourage you to join us too! There are many partnership opportunities for the 2025-2026 school year. If you or someone you know is interested, then you can learn more about our family and business partnerships here: https://ces.beaufortschools.net/about-us/business-partners

2025-2026 Partners:

Bobcat Champion

• Harris Pillow Supply
• Luke Paulick, Attorney-at-Law
• Randall and Marci Mann

Bobcat Gold

• Catherine Compton

Bobcat Silver

• Beaufort Massage and Bodyworks

• Maci & Madi: A Children's Boutique

• Sea Island Animal Hospital
• Sea La Vie Salon

• The Kent Family

Family/Parent Partnership

• The Kelnhofer/Glenn Family
• The Muth Family
• The Pfeister Family
• The Rhame Family
• The Williams Family