Bobcat Bulletin - FAMILY EDITION

A Message to Our Copperfield Families 💙

Dear Bobcat Families,

I wanted to personally share some important news with our Copperfield community.

As many of you know, Judson ISD is currently going through several districtwide transitions and leadership changes connected to campus consolidations and staffing moves across the district. As part of those changes, I have been selected to serve as the new Principal at Kirby STEM Middle School beginning next school year.

While I am excited for this new opportunity, I will be honest — this news is incredibly emotional for me because Copperfield has meant so much to me. These last three years have truly been some of the best years of my career and life.

From the very beginning, this campus and community welcomed me with open arms. Together, we created unforgettable memories and built something truly special for our students. When I think about Copperfield, I don’t just think about academics or accomplishments — I think about the joy, laughter, traditions, and incredible experiences we have shared together. Most importantly, I think about the incredible families, students, and staff that make Copperfield such a special place.

Copperfield will continue to be in wonderful hands. Your new principal will be Ms. Tricia Davilla from Paschall Elementary. I know she will continue supporting this amazing campus community and the incredible work happening here.

Please know this is not goodbye. I will proudly continue serving as Copperfield’s principal through the end of this school year, and we still have many wonderful moments ahead together. Our students remain my priority every single day, and I am committed to finishing this year strong alongside our Bobcat family.

Thank you for your support, kindness, trust, and partnership over these last three years. Copperfield will always hold a very special place in my heart, and I will forever be grateful to be part of this amazing Bobcat family.

With gratitude and love,

Amber Gonzales
Principal, Copperfield Elementary

May 12th – May 22nd

Due to Award Ceremonies taking place during this time, our campus will be CLOSED -

❌ No lunch visits with students will be allowed

✅ We appreciate your support as we celebrate our students' achievements!

Thank you for helping us keep our campus focused, safe, and celebratory during this special time.

A HUGE thank you to our amazing parents, volunteers, students, staff, and community members for helping make this year’s APEX Fundraiser such an incredible success!

Your generosity, support, encouragement, and hard work truly made a difference for our students and campus. From sharing donation links and cheering on our students to volunteering your time and helping make the Fun Run such an exciting event — we could not have done it without you!

Because of your support, we are able to continue providing amazing experiences, programs, events, and opportunities for our Bobcats throughout the school year.

Thank you for always going the extra mile for Copperfield Elementary and for helping us continue building a strong and supportive school community.

We are so grateful for our Bobcat family! 🐾

🆕 New Student Enrollment

Opening Soon — May 18, 2026

Welcome to the Judson ISD family! Enrollment for new students for the 2026–2027 school year will open on May 18, 2026. We are excited to welcome new Bobcats and future JISD students to our amazing schools and community!

✅ Returning Student Registration

Opening Soon — May 18, 2026

Returning Student Registration is required each year for all current students. This quick and easy process helps ensure a smooth start to the new school year and allows campuses to prepare for student schedules, staffing, transportation, and more.

Be sure to complete your child’s registration as soon as it opens on May 18, 2026.

🌟 2026–2027 School of Choice & Innovation Campuses

APPLY NOW
📅 May 4, 2026 – July 24, 2026

School of Choice allows students who live within the Judson ISD attendance zone to attend a JISD campus other than their assigned neighborhood school through an approved transfer.

Please note:

• Current School of Choice students affected by school consolidations or boundary changes must reapply.
• Students transitioning to a new campus level (5th → 6th grade or 8th → 9th grade) must also reapply.

🏫 2026–2027 Out-of-District Registration

PRE-REGISTRATION INTEREST FORM OPEN NOW

📅 Interest Form: May 4, 2026 – June 15, 2026
📅 Formal Application Opens: June 15, 2026

Families who live outside the Judson ISD attendance boundaries are invited to complete the Interest Form before the official application opens.

Out-of-District enrollment gives families the opportunity to experience JISD’s:
✨ Strong academics
✨ Dedicated educators
✨ Supportive learning environments
✨ Exceptional student opportunities

No matter where you live, there may be a place for your child in Judson ISD!

https://www.judsonisd.org/page/2026-2027-boundary-information

https://www.judsonisd.org/o/jisd/page/registration

We are gearing up for our Promotion & Awards Ceremonies, and we want to help families skip the line and get visitor badges printed early!

📲 Scan the QR code below to pre-print your visitor badge before arriving on campus. This will help our front office move families through quickly so you don’t miss a moment of your child’s special day! 💙🐾

📅 Ceremony Schedule

Tuesday, May 12 – Kindergarten Promotion

🕗 8:00–8:45 AM — Aguilar, Woodard, Grier
🕘 9:00–9:45 AM — Panvini, Bourns

Thursday, May 14 – 1st Grade Awards

🕗 8:00–8:45 AM — Stevens, Zapata, Villarreal, Grier
🕘 9:00–9:45 AM — Long, Richmond

Friday, May 15 – 2nd Grade Awards

🕗 8:00–8:45 AM — Igou, Williams, Gonzalez, Grier
🕘 9:00–9:45 AM — Aki, Morrison

Tuesday, May 19 – 3rd Grade Awards

🕗 8:00–8:45 AM — Garza, Martini, Ori, Grier
🕘 9:00–9:45 AM — Johnston, Waller

Thursday, May 21 – 4th Grade Awards

🕗 8:00–8:45 AM — Fadaee, Palacios, Witherspoon
🕘 9:00–9:45 AM — Lopez, Quintanilla, Grier

Friday, May 22 – 5th Grade Promotion

🕗 8:00–9:00 AM — Cubillo, Graydon, Grier
🕥 9:30–10:30 AM — Morton, Carrion

💙🐾 We cannot wait to celebrate our amazing Bobcats and all of their hard work this school year! Thank you for helping us keep arrival smooth, safe, and efficient by using the QR code ahead of time.

🌷 May Calendar of Events 🌷

Dates and times of events are subject to change — please make sure to check weekly for any updates! 💙🐾

📅 Tuesday, May 12

🎓 Kinder Promotion Ceremony

📅 Thursday, May 14

🏅 1st Grade Awards Ceremony

🌟 GT Showcase 🕔 5:00–6:00 PM

📅 Friday, May 15

🏅 2nd Grade Awards Ceremony

📅 Tuesday, May 19

🏅 3rd Grade Awards Ceremony

📅 Wednesday, May 20

🦕 Dinosaur George – On‑Campus Field Trip (During Specials)

📅 Thursday, May 21

🏅 4th Grade Awards Ceremony

📅 Friday, May 22

🎓 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony & Party

🎉 Pre‑K Bash

📅 Monday, May 25

📘 Staff & Student Holiday

📅 Thursday, May 28

⏰ Last Day of School — Early Release

📚 Library Book Return Reminder

Hello Copperfield families! It’s that time of year when we begin collecting all Copperfield library books. Notices will be sent home on Wednesday, May 13th. Please help your child locate and return any missing books.

On Tuesday, May 19th, I will send home notices for any books that have not been returned and need to be paid for. Thank you for supporting our library and helping us close out the school year smoothly.

During the month of May, we recognize Better Speech & Hearing Month and help raise awareness about communication differences, including fluency disorders such as stuttering.

Fluency disorders can include:

• Repetitions of sounds or words
• Prolonging sounds
• Pauses or “blocks” while speaking

These differences are more common than many people realize and can sometimes increase during times of stress or anxiety. At Copperfield, we believe every voice matters, and every child deserves to feel heard, supported, and valued. 💙🐾

Thank you to our amazing speech team for helping educate and support our Bobcats each and every day!

Copperfield families, you’re invited to celebrate the incredible creativity of our Judson ISD students at the Annual District‑Wide Art Show! This is a wonderful opportunity to see student artwork from across the district showcased in a vibrant, gallery‑style setting.

📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 📍 Rolling Oaks Mall 6909 N. Loop 1604 E, San Antonio, TX 78247

🖼 Exhibits Open: 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM 🎭 Demonstrations & Performances: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Come stroll through the exhibits during mall hours, then stay for live demonstrations and performances in the evening. We are so proud of our talented artists and hope you’ll join us in celebrating their hard work and imagination.

Families are invited to attend our upcoming TAG Showcase, where Copperfield Elementary TAG students will proudly present the research projects and learning they have been working on throughout the year. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate student creativity, critical thinking, and academic growth. New TAG students and their families are especially encouraged to attend!

📅 Thursday, May 14
🕔 Kinder–2nd: 5:00–5:30 PM
🕠 3rd–5th: 5:30–6:00 PM

For questions, please contact Mr. Ramirez at jramirez@judsonisd.org.

Get ready, Bobcats! We are excited to welcome Dinosaur George’s Traveling Museum to Copperfield Elementary on Wednesday, May 20th!

During the school day, students will have the opportunity to explore the exhibit during their specials rotation—bringing learning to life with incredible, hands-on dinosaur experiences 🦖✨

And the fun doesn’t stop there!

Families are invited to join us from 3:30–5:00 PM for an after-school viewing of the museum. This is a great chance to experience the exhibit together and see these amazing displays up close!

We can’t wait for this ROAR-some learning experience! 🦕🎉

We’re getting ready to celebrate our littlest Bobcats with a fun-filled PreK & ECSE Bash—and we’d love your support! 💛

🗓 May 22, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 Cafeteria

This special event will celebrate “Another Year in the Books” with a beachy, end-of-year vibe full of smiles, snacks, and celebration! 🏖️🍍

If you’re available, please consider signing up to help make this event extra special for our students by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

Let’s send our PreK & ECSE Bobcats off in style! 🐾✨

May: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Mental Health Month

May 6-12: National Nurses Week

May 6: School Nurse Day

May 7: JISD Fiesta Health Fair

May 8: School Communicators Day

May 10-16: National Police Week

May 10: Mother's Day

May 11: Pre-K & Kinder Round Up @Hartman

May 16: Armed Forces Day

May 18: Speech Pathologist Day

May 19: Pre-K & Kinder Round Up @Hopkins

May 21: Regular School Board Meeting

May 25: Memorial Day

May 26: JECA Graduation @7pm

May 28: Last Day of School/ Early Release

May 28: JLA Graduation @7pm

May 30: WHS Graduation @9am

May 30: JHS Graduation @2pm

May 30: VMHS Graduation @7pm