Parent-teacher conferences
Parent-Teacher conferences are scheduled for October 22nd and 23rd this year. Parents are once again invited to visit the PTC Wizard site to register and schedule conferences with their homeroom teachers.
The window for scheduling conferences will be open from September 15th through October 15th. You can go to the Copeland web page on the home page, click on the Parent-Teacher Conference tab, and you will find important information and directions on registering and scheduling, as well as a link to the site. The site will be open for scheduling on Monday, September 15th, but parents can register prior to that time. An email blast will be sent on Monday with a direct link to the site.
The window for scheduling conferences will be open from September 15th through October 15th. You can go to the Copeland web page on the home page, click on the Parent-Teacher Conference tab, and you will find important information and directions on registering and scheduling, as well as a link to the site. The site will be open for scheduling on Monday, September 15th, but parents can register prior to that time. An email blast will be sent on Monday with a direct link to the site.
important dates
- September 16th -- Picture Day
- September 16th -- Destination Imagination Parent Meeting 6:30
- September 19th -- Student Council Speeches
- September 22nd -- Board of Education meeting 7:30 at ERC
- September 24th -- CFA Assemblies (Small Parts, You Write the Songs)
- September 25th -- No School
- September 28th -- Color Dash -- turn in your pledges -- don't forget about the class ice cream contest.:) (rain date 10/5)
character counts at copeland
Students Paint Windows in Downtown Libertyville to show how Super Powers lead to strong character
A Huge Thank You to our Copeland Cougies who demonstrated Responsibility and Caring as they painted our Character Counts Super Hero theme on various storefronts in downtown Libertyville. We had twenty 4th and 5th graders give up their Friday afternoon on August 29th to adorn Trattoria Pomigliano and How Impressive with super heroes and messages of good character. The windows are still painted so if you have not already seen them, please take a look before the artwork comes down to make way for the High School's homecoming week painting in the downtown area. Thank you to the students (and their families) and Mrs. Travelstead and Mrs. Chickey, teacher sponsors.
Thank you also to all the families who donated to Bernie's Books, Lake County Haven, the Beacon Place, and Hope and Township Food Pantries. The generosity of Copeland families is always amazing. We are blessed with a caring community.
Today was a Pillar Friday celebrating Responsibility.
The Meaning of Responsibility: Responsibility is taking care of your duties, being accountable for your actions and choices, and following through on what you have said you will do; being trustworthy and reliable.
Examples of Being Responsible:
A Huge Thank You to our Copeland Cougies who demonstrated Responsibility and Caring as they painted our Character Counts Super Hero theme on various storefronts in downtown Libertyville. We had twenty 4th and 5th graders give up their Friday afternoon on August 29th to adorn Trattoria Pomigliano and How Impressive with super heroes and messages of good character. The windows are still painted so if you have not already seen them, please take a look before the artwork comes down to make way for the High School's homecoming week painting in the downtown area. Thank you to the students (and their families) and Mrs. Travelstead and Mrs. Chickey, teacher sponsors.
Thank you also to all the families who donated to Bernie's Books, Lake County Haven, the Beacon Place, and Hope and Township Food Pantries. The generosity of Copeland families is always amazing. We are blessed with a caring community.
Today was a Pillar Friday celebrating Responsibility.
The Meaning of Responsibility: Responsibility is taking care of your duties, being accountable for your actions and choices, and following through on what you have said you will do; being trustworthy and reliable.
Examples of Being Responsible:
- You complete your chores at home without being constantly reminded.
- You take good care of your personal possessions.
- You come home on time.
- You call your parents if you are late.
- You take care of your lunch money and don't lose it on the playground.
- You keep a promise.
- You complete your school assignments on time and to the best of your ability.
- You take care of your pet.
- You return library books on time
- You express your anger with appropriate words and actions.
- Write a list of all the things you need to do; write down when each task or jobs needs to be done; write down what you'll need to accomplish each task or job.
- Always have a backup plan - a "plan B."
Emergency drills
Each year, schools need to practice what to do in case of a fire, tornado, bus evacuation or lock down. We will conduct these safety drills in the upcoming weeks. For a fire drill, all classrooms walk to the back of the building. For a disaster/tornado/shelter in place drill, students go to the hallways and assume a safe position covering their heads away from glass. For a bus evacuation drill, buses visit Copeland during the school day and classrooms listen to a bus driver talk about expectations when riding a bus and what do do in case of an emergency. We conduct lock down drills with the help of the Libertyville Police Department who come to school and are on premises as we conduct the drill. Classroom doors are locked and students gather together silently in a corner away from sight. Safety drills are an important part of our day. Teachers work hard to stress the reason for safety drills to reduce fears. Parents can help by telling their children that drills are a normal course of action and we conduct them so that we all know what to do and where to go should an emergency come up. Information is POWER!
Information from mrs. beckman, school nurse
INFORMATION ON ENTEROVIRUS INFECTIONS
Many of you have been reading about a recent respiratory virus that is hitting our area. Several hospitals in Illinois and Missouri have recently reported clusters of severe respiratory illness in community members, especially children. Patients presented with cough, difficulty breathing, with or without fever and wheezing.
There are more than 100 types of enteroviruses, which are very common
viruses that cause respiratory illness. It is estimated that up to 15 million
enterovirus infections occur in the U.S. each year. Most infected people have no symptoms or mild symptoms but some infections can be serious. Enterovirus infections tend to occur seasonally, in the summer and fall. These viruses are transmitted through close contact with an infected person, or by touching objects or surfaces that are contaminated with the virus and then touching the mouth, nose, or eyes. Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68), a specific type of enterovirus, usually causes mild to severe respiratory illness.
There is no specific treatment for EV-D68 infections and no specific anti-viral medications currently available for this purpose. Vaccines are not available. The measures below can help reduce the risk of infection with EV-D68:
• Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds, especially after changing diapers
• Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
• Avoid kissing, hugging and sharing cups or eating utensils with people
who are ill.
• Disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as toys and doorknobs, especially if someone is sick.
• Stay home when feeling sick and obtain consultation from your Health
Care Provider.
Many of you have been reading about a recent respiratory virus that is hitting our area. Several hospitals in Illinois and Missouri have recently reported clusters of severe respiratory illness in community members, especially children. Patients presented with cough, difficulty breathing, with or without fever and wheezing.
There are more than 100 types of enteroviruses, which are very common
viruses that cause respiratory illness. It is estimated that up to 15 million
enterovirus infections occur in the U.S. each year. Most infected people have no symptoms or mild symptoms but some infections can be serious. Enterovirus infections tend to occur seasonally, in the summer and fall. These viruses are transmitted through close contact with an infected person, or by touching objects or surfaces that are contaminated with the virus and then touching the mouth, nose, or eyes. Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68), a specific type of enterovirus, usually causes mild to severe respiratory illness.
There is no specific treatment for EV-D68 infections and no specific anti-viral medications currently available for this purpose. Vaccines are not available. The measures below can help reduce the risk of infection with EV-D68:
• Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds, especially after changing diapers
• Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
• Avoid kissing, hugging and sharing cups or eating utensils with people
who are ill.
• Disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as toys and doorknobs, especially if someone is sick.
• Stay home when feeling sick and obtain consultation from your Health
Care Provider.
9/11 -- Patriot's day
It's hard to believe it's been 13 years since the tragic events of 9-11-01. The school remembered by flying our flag at half-staff and in different activities throughout the day. Here is an example from Miss Snider's 4th grade students.