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Save the Dates
May 21, 2026 - LAST DAY FOR AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
May 22, 2026 - NO AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
May 22, 2026 - 7th Grade Mount Vernon Field Trip Forms/Payment Due
May 25, 2026 - Holiday - Memorial Day
May 26, 2026 - No School for Students
May 27, 2026 - Holiday - No School
Looking ahead to June..........
June 4, 2026 - PTO General Membership MeetingĀ &Ā Rising 7th FamiliesĀ
June 8 - 12, 2026 - School Spirit Week
June 15, 2026 - 8th Grade End of Year Party
June 16, 2026 - 7th & 8th Grade Schoolwide Field Trips
June 17, 2026 - Last Day of School - 2 Hour Early Release
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COOPER CALENDAR
2025-2026 School Year Calendar
2025-2026 Cooper MS Calendar
Mount Vernon 7th Grade Field Trip
7th Grade Mount Vernon Field Trip - Interested in Chaperoning?
We are looking for parent chaperones for our end-of-year field trip to Mount Vernon! On Tuesday, June 16th, all 7th-grade students will participate in exploring Mount Vernon with their Advisory Class and teacher. Chaperones will assist Advisory teachers in monitoring groups as they try to explore and make connections to their learning this year as 7th grade students. If you are interested in chaperoning this trip, please complete this Google Form by Friday, May 22nd. See below for more details on the trip. Please email Mollie Cannon(macannon@fcps.edu) if you have any questions before volunteering.
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7th Grade Mount Vernon Field Trip - Permission Slips
On Tuesday, June 16th, all 7th-grade students will participate in exploring Mount Vernon with their Advisory Class and teacher. Permission slips are due to your childās Advisory teacher by Friday, May 22nd.Ā Extra copies are on your childās Schoology Page > Cooper Corner > ā7th Grade Field Trip - Mount Vernonā BLUE Folder.
Cooper Quiz Bowl Shines at Nationals in Chicago!
Congratulations to our Quiz Bowl students who competed in the Middle School National Championship Tournament (MSNCT) from May 9 - 10. Cooper was proud to send two qualifying teams to represent our school in a field of 192 teams.
We are incredibly proud of these students for their hard work, sportsmanship, and dedication. Way to go, Cooper!
Cooper A (Ethan C., Bryan W., Sohum D., AJ G., and Andrew L.) went 5-3 in the preliminary rounds and advanced to the playoffs. They won two playoff matches to finish in an impressive 33rd place overall. |
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Cooper B (Allison S., Henry L., and Hebe Z). showed great grit while playing short-handed, successfully winning three games in the ultra competitive nationals field.Ā |
Congratulations Cooper Yearbook!š āļø šøš
Our yearbook earned a āSuperiorā rating from the Journalism Education Association ā an honor awarded to no more than 10% of yearbooks submitted nationwide.
Superior Rating were earned by:Ā Kailey G., Emma S., Clara B., Eleanor D., Madeline W., Bennett B., Elizabeth P., Sophie R., Rania V., Ceci W., Siyona U. & Ariana D.
In addition, our students received outstanding individual recognition for their design work:
- 5 students were recognized as Superior designers
- 12 students earned Excellent ratings
- 5 students received Honorable Mention honors
These achievements reflect the creativity, dedication, and hard work of our entire yearbook staff.šš
8th Grade Party and Yard Signs šš
Where has the time gone? In just over a month our 8th graders will become High Schoolers! So it's time for some celebrations.
Yard Signs!āØš
Show your pride in your Cooper graduate with a personalized yard sign. Orders placed by Monday May 18th will be delivered starting Thursday, May 28th.Ā Orders placed between May 18th and May 22nd will be delivered the week of June 1st.Ā Ā For more information contact:Ā info@cooperpto.org
It's Party Time!šš„³
Students will celebrate the end of Middle School at the end of the school day Monday, June 15th with games, crafts, pizza, Chick Fil A and Kona Ice.Ā Buy a ticket for your student here.Ā Please also consider donating a ticket for those who might not be able to afford the whole cost of the ticket.Ā The Cooper PTO is committed to making sure all 8th graders can participate.
After School & Late Busesšš«
Monday, May 25th:Holiday
Tuesday, May 26th: TW Day
Wednesday, May 27th: Holiday,
The last day of after-school is scheduled for Thursday, May 21st.Ā This is the last day for late buses.
There will be no after-school scheduled for Friday, May 22nd as that is the Friday before a 5-day holiday weekend.
The Track and Field Championship Meet is scheduled for Saturday, May 30th.
To provide the opportunity for additional T&F practices, after-school will be extended to include Thursday, May 28th, with late buses, and Friday, May 29th, with no late buses (typical Friday schedule).
These two extra days are for T&F practices only, staffed by the Athletic Coordinators, T&F coaches, and after-school program specialists only.
NOT Attending Cooper Next School Year?
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As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we kindly ask parents to let us know if their student will not be returning to Cooper MS for the 2026-2027 school year. If your student will not be attending, please complete the Ā IT-110 Student Intention Form and submit it to Ms. Dossmann at smdossmann@fcps.edu as soon as possible.
Ā Thank you in advance!
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Expunge Form
Middle school offers the unique opportunity to expunge a high school credit course (HS math courses and World Language Courses). This means that there would be no record of this yearās grade on their high school transcript. Please review your child's third quarter grades and contact your child's school counselor for any questions. If you would like to start this process, here is the link to the Expunge Form.
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Cooper Middle School Math Boot Camps
Summer 2026 - Registration OPEN - Spots are limited!
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Math Boot Camps Summer 2026
Schedule & Location
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Dates: July 20ā23 and July 27ā30*
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Time: 8 AM ā 12 PM
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Location: Cooper Middle School
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*Registration is for both weeks
Boot Camps Available
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Pre-Algebra
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Pre-Algebra Honors
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Algebra 1
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Algebra 1 Honors
Registration Information
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Cost: $100 per student
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Payment: MSBĀ
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Registration LinkĀ Ā
What are your Rising 7th & 8th graders doing this Summer?
Like you, we believe your child is a very important person and deserves a summer experience that is safe and full of fitness, friends, fun and enrichment. FCPS and Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (DNCS) team up to offer a 5 week camp for rising 7th and 8th graders in the Northern Fairfax area. Campers will have a great time participating in sports, games, fitness, art, and STEM activities in a safe environment. Offered in the entire month of July, participants must be a rising seventh or eighth grader attending Fairfax County Public Schools and a resident of Fairfax County.Ā The program is led by FCPS After-School and DNCS Teen/Community Center Staff.
Dates: Wednesday, July 1 to Thursday, July 30 (Closed Friday, July 3).
Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Early drop-off available at 8 a.m.).
Click this link for more information about VIP Summer Camp.
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Summer Learning ā FCPS Online Campus
Families interested in summer learning should visit FCPS Online Campus to explore eligibility, available courses. Registration ends on June 5.
https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning/online-campus
TEENS IN ACTION SUMMER CAMP 2026
Registration is now open.
RISING GRADES 9 ā 12: June 22 ā August 21, 2026 (Closed July 3, 2026)
RISING MIDDLE SCHOOL: July 1 ā July 30, 2026 (Closed July 3, 2026)
Program Information:
- Program hours are Monday ā Friday, 8:30 a.m. ā 5 p.m.
- Enrollment is free.
- Lunch and morning and afternoon snacks provided.
For more information click https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/teens-in-action.
šØImportant Information from Cooper Clinic
Important Reminder
The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than the student dismissal time on the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed. It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room. If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s).
Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be available throughout the school year.Ā
Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. View immunization resources on the FCPS website.Ā
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are an important part of Cooper Middle School, and we appreciate the time and support they provide. To enhance student safety, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has updated its volunteer process to include a sex offender registry check and, in some cases, a background check.
For more details, visit the Volunteer FCPS FAQ page.
Reminder: All volunteers and visitors must sign in using the visitor kiosk and scan their ID.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and supported.
Community Updates from our Family LiaisonšØāš©āš§āš¦šš¤
Save the Date: June 4thĀ 9:00 -10:30 am. PTO Sponsored āRising 7thĀ Grader Parent Meet & GreetāĀ with coffee, a student panel, building tours by the administration, and purchase spirit wear.
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SibTeen Summer CampĀ (Monday, June 22 and Tuesday, June 23) A two-day summer camp for children who have a sibling with a disability.Ā 9 am to 2:30 pm at Fairfax Villa Elementary, lunch will be provided each day. RegisterĀ here.
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Fairfax County Health Department ā Public Health Center ServicesĀ (Ongoing)
The Fairfax County Health Department continues to offer a wide range of public health services for children, adults, and families at locations throughout Fairfax County. Services include immunizations, maternal and child health care, HIV/STI testing and counseling, tuberculosis services, pregnancy testing, WIC nutrition support, vital records, and eye care assistance for eligible residents. Walk-ins and appointments are available at Annandale, Herndon-Reston, Mount Vernon, and Franconia-Springfield locations.Ā Contact for more information: 703-246-7100 | fairfaxcounty.gov/health/clinics
English Empowerment Center Summer 2026 English ClassesĀ (Registration Open Now)
The English Empowerment Center is now accepting registrations for Summer 2026 English classes for adult English learners. Classes focus on building practical communication skills to support success at work, at home, and in the community. Summer Class ScheduleĀ Flyer
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Yard Signs!āØš
Order aĀ congratsyard sign to support your 8thĀ grader and their grad party through Cooper PTO.Ā First order deadline is Monday 5/18.Ā Use the link belowĀ https://cooperpto.membershiptoolkit.com/store/18589.Ā First pick up will be Thursday 5/28.
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Fairfax County Summer Camps & Programs (FCPS Breaks)
Fairfax County offers a variety of engaging, healthy, and affordable programs for students during school breaks. Activities include sports, arts and crafts, STEM, service projects, field trips, and more. Free meals and snacks are provided. Click links for more information
SNAP at Farmers Markets: Families can use SNAP/EBT benefits at select county farmers markets and receive up to $40 in free fruits and vegetables, with tokens that can be used like cash at participating markets; for information, locations, and directions visitĀ www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/snapĀ or call 571-340-3322.
The Family Resource Center offers free webinars to help provide strategies and connection to better support your child. Please go theĀ https://www.fcps.edu/services/families-and-caregivers/family-resource-center/free-webinars-and-events
Upcoming May Webinars
5/29Ā Emotional Support for Families with Children with Special Needs
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š Cooper Wear Donations - Share the Spirit!
Do you have Cooper Wear your student has outgrown or no longer needs?
Weād love to pass it along to new families and our rising 7th graders!
Students can drop off any items youād like to share. Every piece helps a fellow Cooper family feel right at home!
If you have any questions, please reach out to our Family Liaison, Mollie Cannon, at mcannon@fcps.edu.
THE COOPER CONNECTION MAGAZINE
GET YOUR WORK PUBLISHED!
Parents, please encourage your students to submit any writing, artwork, photography, that they have created this year. This could be something they worked on in school or outside of school. Entries can be emailed to: Lmbovenzi@fcps.edu Or Cooperyearbook@gmail.com Or upload to the link below.
https://forms.gle/M19vcqzFRwrwk3PLA
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š There is still time to Order Your Yearbook Today!
Cost:Ā $42.00
š Order Online: YearbookOrderCenter.com
š« School Order Number: 5267
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