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Parent Newsletter - August 4th - 17th, 2024

Pirate Press Parent Newsletter - August 4th - 17th, 2024

Message from the Principal, Ms. Miranda

Dear Pirates,


Welcome scholars and families to 2024-2025 school year! We are exicted to begin this journey together and looking forward to fantastic year ahead. Our faculty and staff are eagerly awaiting to welcome our Pirates! We kick off the new school year with our inspiring theme, "BELIEVE." This theme encapsulates the essence of our commitment to fostering a supportive and empowering environment for every student. We believe in the potential within each scholar.


The first day of school is Monday, August 5th. Parents will be allowed to walk their child to class on the first day only. Our doors will open at 7:15 AM for parents. After the first day, we will have faculty and staff assigned to different areas around campus to assist our Pirates in finding their classroom. If your child is absent on the first day of school, he/she will be DROPPED.


We are appreciative of the opportunity to serve the families #TeamSISD and hope to continue the strong partnership between home and school. On behalf of the Myrtle Cooper faculty and staff thank you for entrusting your children to us!


Sincerely,

Ms. Miranda

Proud Principal

#WorkHadMakeItHappen

#ALLIN

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MCE Vision & Mission 🎯 MCE Vision & Mission 🎯

Mission

Myrtle Cooper Elementary equips all multi cultural learners, through inquiry and rigorous instruction that inspires scholars to achieve their personal best and postively impact the world.

Our Vision

We will strive to build a culture of continuous collaboration, commitment, and trust to ensure all student’s success.

First Day of School - Monday, August 5, 2024 🍎

The first day of school is Monday, August 5, 2024. Breakfast will be served in the classroom. Parents or family will be allowed to walk students to their classroom on the 1st day of school (2 guests). Doors will open at 7:15 AM. We will resume our regular drop off curbside procedures Tuesday, August 6, 2024.


Pre-K and Kindergarten Nametags

Pre-K and Kindergarten scholars will receive one nametag. We ask they wear their nametag every day beginning the 1st day of school. Nametags will provided at our meet and greet. If nametags are lost there will be $3.00 fee to replace.


YWCA - After -School Daycare

After-school daycare is available. For more information please contact the YWCA at 915-519-0003.

Instructional Day 🔔 Instructional Day 🔔

  • 7:30 AM First Bell
  • 7:45 AM Tardy Bell
  • 7:30 - 7:45 AM Free breakfast in the classroom
  • 7:35 - 7:40 AM Morning Announcements
  • 7:45 AM Instruction Begins
  • 2:45 PM PK & Kinder Dismissal
  • 3:15 PM 1st - 5th Dismissal
Please do not drop students off before 7:00 AM, as scholars will not be supervised.

School Uniform School Uniform

Pre-K and Kindergarten Students:

  • Red polos (at least two polos are recommended with logo)
  • Khaki pants, shorts, or skirts

1st-5th Grade Students:

  • Navy blue polos (at least two polos are recommended with logo)
  • White polos
  • Khaki pants, shorts, or skirts


Pre-K and Kindergarten scholars will receive one nametag. We ask they wear their nametag every day beginning the 1st day of school. Nametags have been provided at our meet and greet. If nametags are lost there will be $3.00 fee to replaced.

CLICK HERE FOR LIST OF SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Arrival & Dismissal Procedures Arrival & Dismissal Procedures

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Campus Safety Protocol Campus Safety Protocol

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  • ALL VISITORS MUST use our buzz - in system, present a valid ID, and state their reason for business before entering the building. This includes afterschool.
  • All visitors will be checked in using the Hall Pass system at the entrance of every campus.
  • Schedule appointments as best you can with office or classroom teacher.
  • All campus doors are locked and access to building with staff badge only.
  • Police officers and security guards on duty at all times.
  • Security cameras that are monitored at all times.

ATTENDANCE is VERY IMPORTANT at The SHIP! ATTENDANCE is VERY IMPORTANT at The SHIP!

Attendance Attendance

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We want our STUDENTS in school ON-TIME, EVERYDAY!!

  • Breakfast in the classroom starts at 7:30 - 7:45am.
  • Tardy bell is at 7:45am - As parents it is your responsiblity to get your child to school on time.
  • If your child arrives after 7:50 AM, you child must be signed in by an adult in the office.


Reporting Student Absences on Skyward


  • Parents will need to submit an excuse note as an attachment through Skyward Family Access Absent Request.
  • Parents may add absence requests for their child to indicate a day or range of days your student will not be in school. Add absence requests for your child via Family Access instead of being required to send a note the school to enter an absence request on your behalf.
  • For example, if your child will be out sick for the day, or if your child will be gone due to a family emergency, you can enter an absence request to indicate these details.
  • After parents submit their absence request, attendance specialists can then approve it in Skyward which will automatically code the student’s attendance record.
For more information on accessing Skyward, please click on the video below. If you have any questions regarding attendance, you may contact Ms. Laura Juarez at (915)937-7700.
Parent Power-Up: Absence Requests
We want to thank you in advance for your interest in volunteering at Myrtle Cooper Elementary. The teachers, students, and staff greatly appreciate the time you are willing to share through your volunteer work here.
  • We are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator. If interested, please contact our CIS Coordinator, Jackie Montes at jmontes24@sisd.net.
  • Chaperone school dances, assemblies, field trips etc.
  • Assist teachers in preparation of bulletin boards and/or duplicating instructional materials for classroom use.
  • Teach a craft or hobby, talk about your occupation, share cultural and ethnic background and experiences.
  • Help with clerical needs in the school office.
  • Assemble distributions.
  • Complete projects at home for school use.

Remember you must complete a new background form every new school year. Please be sure to choose Myrtle Cooper and any other campuses you wish to be cleared for. Please follow the link below.

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE YOUR VOLUNTEER FORM
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Every Thursday is College Shirt Day!

Wear your favorite college shirt with uniform bottoms every Thursday!

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Spirit Shirt Friday!

Wear your favorite MCE Spirit T-shirt with jeans every Friday!

Mark Your Calendar 📆 Mark Your Calendar 📆

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Monday, Aug. 5th - First Day of School

Thursday, Aug. 8th - Fire Drill

Tuesday, Aug 13th - Fall Picture Day

Friday, Aug. 23rd - Back to School Dance - Cost $2

Monday, Aug. 25th - Pirate All Star Assembly

Tuesday, Aug. 27th - Fall Picture Retakes

Thursday, Aug. 29th - Social Emotional Learning-Family Fair

Vote for Myrtle Cooper ⚓💙 Vote for Myrtle Cooper ⚓💙

Last Day to Cast your Vote - August 5th Last Day to Cast your Vote - August 5th

EP Dentistry kickied off their Caring4Community campaign today! They will be donating $10,000 in supplies to 3 local elementary schools so they can get off to a great start to the new year! 15 schools have been selected and Myrtle Cooper Elementary is one of them!


First place will receive school supplies donations valued at $5,000, with second place receiving $3,000 in supplies, and third place receiving $2,000 in supplies.


Use the link below to vote daily for Myrtle Cooper!

https://epd4k.com/caring4community

Shop & Donate at dd's Discount Store from Aug. 5th - Aug. 27th Shop & Donate at dd's Discount Store from Aug. 5th - Aug. 27th

Volunteer Sports Program - Soccer & Cheer Volunteer Sports Program - Soccer & Cheer

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Spirit Shirts - On sale $15 Spirit Shirts - On sale $15

  • MCE Spirit Shirts may be worn on Friday's with jeans
  • Use the link below to place your order.
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR SPIRIT SHIRT

BELIEVE⚓🤍 #WorkHardMakeItHappen BELIEVE⚓🤍 #WorkHardMakeItHappen

2024 -2025 Calendar 2024 -2025 Calendar

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How can I contact the school?

School Phone Number: 915-937-7700


Ms. Miranda: Principal

Email: amiran717@sisd.net

Mrs. Macias: Assistant Principal

Email: nmacia@sisd.net

Ms. Calderon: Counselor

Email: bcalde05@sisd.net

Mrs. Blanco-Ramirez: Librarian

Email: mblanc01@sisd.net

Mrs. Medina: Nurse

Email: amedin919@sisd.net

Ms. Montes: Community in Schools

Email: jmontes24@sisd.net

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Myrtle Cooper Elementary

Dual Language Academy

Website: https://www.sisd.net/myrtlecooperes
Location: 1515 Rebecca Ann Drive, El Paso, TX, USA
Phone: (915)937-7700
Twitter: @MCooper_ES

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