Wednesday October 13 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Walking taco, cheese, cake, and pears. Tomorrow for breakfast is breakfast pizza. Hat Day on Friday!! Sign up in the office and pay your $1.00. The money will go to “Morgan and Andrew Christiansen family to help out with expense for their baby daughter Blakey! Student Council is selling Pink... READ MORE >

Announcements - Tuesday, October 12 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Chicken strips, fries, green beans, and peaches. Hat Day on Friday!! Sign up in the office and pay your $1.00. The money will go to “Morgan and Andrew Christiansen family to help out with expense for their baby Blakey! Student Council is selling Pink “Strike Out Cancer”... READ MORE >

Announcements-Friday October,8 Today for lunch is Chicken alfredo, salad, garlic toast, and mixed fruit. Kid’s Club on Monday Oct. 25th - Ride the bus to Church. Pick-up time is 4:30. Thanks !! Ms. Jo There is a donation container for Kage’s family from Westwood in the office. Jh vb girls please return pink and blue jerseys to coach steele by next friday... READ MORE >

Announcements - Thursday, October 7 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Hamburger on a WG bun, baked beans, and pineapple. Tomorrow for breakfast is Roll and yogurt. Kid’s Club on Monday Oct. 25th - Ride the bus to Church. Pick-up time is 4:30. Thanks !! Ms. Jo There is a donation container for Kage’s family from Westwood in the office. Student... READ MORE >

Announcements - Wed, October 6 Good morning Bobcats! This week there will be a bake sale to raise money for the family of Kage McDonald. The bake sale will be held Thursday October 7th. It will be held during the volleyball game. The items you bring for the bake sale can be brought to school Wednesday or Thursday. You can price the items before you come. ... READ MORE >

Announcements-Friday October,1 Today for lunch is Mac and cheese, hot dog, peas, and peaches. Monday for breakfast is French toast sticks and smokies. Kid’s Club on Monday Oct. 25th - Ride the bus to Church. Pick-up time is 4:30. Thanks !! Ms. Jo There is a donation container for Kage’s family from Westwood in the office. Also there will be a bake sale next... READ MORE >

Announcements - Thursday, September 30 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Hot ham and cheese on WG bun, green beans, and peaches. Tomorrow for breakfast is Cereal and yogurt. Today is the spike out cancer game if you would like to purchase a spike out cancer bracelet they are in Kim’s office for three dollars. Kid’s Club on Monday Oct. 25th - Ride the... READ MORE >

Announcements - Tuesday, September 28 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Chicken quesadilla, salad, mixed fruit, and a cookie. Remember student council members are working the concession stand today after school. Tomorrow for breakfast is Scrambled eggs and a muffin. Please stand for the Purple Heart Pledge. (Pause) (I will not use my hands or my... READ MORE >

Monday,September 27 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Chicken noodle soup, crackers, fresh veggies, dip, applesauce, and a ham and cheese sandwich. Tomorrow for breakfast is a breakfast bar. Talent Search today at 9:50 in the library. Picture day is October 4th. Now please stand for the Purple Heart Pledge. (I will not use my hands or my words for... READ MORE >

Announcements - Thursday, September 23 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Chicken fried steak, scalloped potatoes, green beans, peaches, and a WG roll. Tomorrow for breakfast is Roll and yogurt. Remember there are pink spike out cancer bracelets in the office for $3.00 you can pay Kim and take some home. Please stand for the Purple Heart Pledge. (I will... READ MORE >

Announcements - Tuesday, September 21 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Ham, Turkey,Cheese,Sub sandwich, Broccoli/Carrots, Lettuce/Tomatoes, and Fresh fruit. The Student Council are having a fundraiser for “Cancer Awareness” they are selling “Spike Out Cancer” bracelets for a $1.00 a piece in Kim’s office Tomorrow for breakfast is Biscuits and... READ MORE >

Monday,September 20 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Chicken, rice, peas, a brownie and applesauce. Tomorrow for breakfast is Pancake sausage on a stick, and hash brown. Picture day is October 4th. Now for the Purple Heart Pledge. (I will not use my hands or my words for hurting myself or others.) Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance...I pledge... READ MORE >

Announcements-Friday September, 17 Today for lunch is Cheeseburger on WG bun, baked beans, sweet potato wedges, and pears. Monday for breakfast is French toast sticks and smokies. Picture day is October 4th. Time for some fun fact Friday: Did you know that a crocodile cannot stick it’s tongue out? Make sure to have a nice weekend. Now for the Purple... READ MORE >

Announcements - Wed, September 15 Good morning Bobcats! The Student Council are having a fundraiser on Friday for Suicide Awareness Month. Students can donate a $1.00 in order to wear a hat. Sign up in the office. You must pay by Thursday. Today for lunch is Lasagna roll-up, cottage cheese, salad, garlic toast, cookie and mandarin oranges.Tomorrow for... READ MORE >

Announcements - Tuesday, September 14 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is a Chicken Patty on WG bun, fries, green beans and peaches. Tomorrow for breakfast is Scrambled eggs and a muffin. THe COU “B” Team beat Ar-We-Va last night 2 games to 1. The COU “A” Team also won against Ar-We-Va 3 games to 0. Keep up the good work Lady Bobcats! On Friday,... READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Shrimp poppers, peas, fries, WG roll, pineapple and a cheese stick. Tomorrow for breakfast is Pancakes and sausages. Picture day is October 4th. Kids club get on bus # 4. Student Council will be sponsoring Hat Day on Friday, Sept. 24th. Bring a dollar as a donation to “Suicide Awareness Month”. Sign up in Kim’s... READ MORE >

Iowa vs. Iowa State Day. READ MORE >

Announcements-Friday September, 10 Today for lunch is Hamburger on a WG bun, baked beans, fries and pears. Monday for breakfast is Breakfast pizza. Picture day is October 4th. Make sure to have a nice weekend. Who do you think has the most fans in our school? The Iowa Hawkeyes or the Iowa State Cyclones. Now for the Purple heart pledge. (I will not use my... READ MORE >

Announcements - Thursday, September 9 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Chicken nuggets, potatoes, gravy, broccoli, mandarin oranges and WG roll. Tomorrow for breakfast is Bagel and sausage. Charter Oak-Ute Schools wants you to wear your favorite Iowa State or Iowa Shirt! Which team has the most fans in our school. Picture day is October 4th. Now... READ MORE >

Announcements - Wed, September 8 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Beef taco, WG shell, churro, refried beans, cheese, lettuce, salsa and peaches.Tomorrow for breakfast is Cheese omelette and toast. Student Council meeting today during lunch in Mrs. Stallons room. Now for the Purple Heart Pledge. (I will not use my hands or my words for hurting myself... READ MORE >

Announcements - Tuesday, September 6 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is a Croissant sandwich, green beans, and fresh fruit. Who is your favorite team? Iowa or Iowa State? Support your favorite team on Friday by wearing either an Iowa or Iowa State shirt. Let’s see which team has the most fans before the big game on Saturday. Tomorrow for... READ MORE >

Announcements-Friday September, 3 Today for lunch is Pizza, corn, pears, and a slushie. Tuesday for breakfast is French toast sticks and smokies. Remember there is no school on Monday. Picture day is October 4th. Time for fun fact Friday: did you know that it is impossible to sneeze with your eyes open? Make sure to have a nice weekend. Now for the Purple heart... READ MORE >

Announcements - Thursday, September 2 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is chicken strips, fries, peas, bun and applesauce. Tomorrow for breakfast is roll and yogurt. Picture day is October 4th. Remember tomorrow is Bobcat day. Make sure to wear some nice bobcat blue. Now for the Purple Heart Pledge. (I will not use my hands or my words for hurting myself or... READ MORE >

Announcements - Wed, September 1 Good morning Bobcats! Recycling during Reading Intervention is Tajel, Brooklyn, and Brianna. Today for lunch is spaghetti with meat sauce, romain, carrots, cheese breadstick and pineapple . Tomorrow for breakfast is breakfast pizza. Remember tomorrow is hat day. The answer from yesterday’s trivia question is no,elephants can’t... READ MORE >

Announcements - Tuesday, August 31 Good morning Bobcats! Today for lunch is Chicken fried steak, potatoes and gravy, green beans, roll, and fresh fruit. Tomorrow for breakfast is Scrambled eggs and a muffin. Time for some Tuesday trivia. Can elephants jump? The answer will be announced tomorrow. Remember tomorrow is class color day. Now for the Purple Heart... READ MORE >

Charter Oak-Ute Community Schools is committed to fulfilling its mission of providing a quality small school education, which will enhance the abilities of students toward reaching their utmost potential. As we continue to navigate the pandemic, the District remains focused on the safety, health and well-being of our students, families, and staff as we move forward... READ MORE >

If your 7th or 8th grade student is going to play fall sports, please take the following survey: https://forms.gle/HEDsCx5aWLN7... Take it one time per child. Thank you. READ MORE >

Freshmen Academy will be held on Friday, August, 13 from 8:30 am until 11:30 am. Please email Mr. Dougherty at ddougherty@mvaoschool.org if you need transportation. Shuttles will be available originating from Charter Oak and from Anthon. Anyone who is involved in a practice that morning and would still like some academy information, Mr. Dougherty will be... READ MORE >

Registration will be August 9 from 12-7 and the rest of the week during business hours. Resources can also be found on the website under the documents section. READ MORE >

Welcome our new bobcat when you stop in this summer or at the beginning of school. Thank you to Matt Staley for the find. Thank you to Rick and Julie Staley for helping bring him here. Also, big thank you to everyone who helped loading it up and unloading here. READ MORE >

Reminder, grab and go meals start July 6, 2021. They will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays this month and next until August 12. We also will not be doing meals the week of July 26. READ MORE >

Ms. Hopp will be resigning to relocate next year. Ms. Hopp has done a great job in our Art department. She came to us in January of 2020. Please wish her well in her future endeavors and thank her for her year and half of service! READ MORE >

Fred Jepsen has elected to retire from full time bus driving for the district. Fred has served the district since 1988. Wish him well and thank him for his 32 years of service to our district. READ MORE >

Mrs. Ewoldt, who has served in the district since 2004, retired at the end of the year. Please wish her well in her retirement, and thank her for her 16 years of service! READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Tuesday, May 25th Which is also known as National Tap Dance Day! JH track please make sure to turn your Jerseys and sweats into Mr.Steele or Mrs.Ullerich There are 4 More days of school left! So make them count! This is also the last Tuesday of the school year! JH Student council is leaving to Prep Canon after... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Friday, May 21th Which is also known as National Strawberries and Cream Day! JH track please make sure to turn your Jerseys and sweats into Mr.Steele or Mrs.Ullerich There are 5 More days of school left! So make them count! Today for lunch is a Grill Out!! Now for the purple heart pledge..I will not use my... READ MORE >

May is School Board appreciation month! If you see any of these individuals, please thank them for their service to our district!Left to Right:Melanie McAndrews, Jill Klinker, Randy Weed, Tyson Goslar, and Kyle Schultz READ MORE >

TRUCK AND PLOW COMBINATION FOR SALE!!!! 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 4WD - REGULAR CAB - TIRES ARE at 90>#/b### - 42,969 MILES - FAIR CONDITION PLOW - HINIKER 8FT - FAIR CONDITION STARTING BID SHOULD BE NO LESS THAN $5,000. COMES AS... READ MORE >

2021 CO-U Summer Food Service Program Open Sites Charter Oak-Ute is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination... READ MORE >

May 16, 2021 Dear CO-U families, and community: I am writing you today to inform you that on May 14, 2021 the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) released information regarding masking and quarantining due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In this information, IDPH stated that masking should be optional and contact tracing is now a thing of the past. ... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Friday, 14th Which is also known as National Dance like a chicken day! JH track please make sure to turn your Jerseys and sweats into Mr.Steele or Mrs.Ullerich Our JH school dance, Morp, Is happening TONIGHT at 7PM IN THE GYM READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Wednesday, May 12th Which is also known as National School Nurse Day. Our JH school dance, Morp, Is happening this Friday on the 14th, at 7, in the school Gym! Breakfast tomorrow is Cheese Omelet, toast, fruit, juice, and milk Today for lunch is Country Fried Steak, potatoes and gravy, green beans, applesauce, roll and milk READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Monday, May 10th Which is also known as National Eat Whatever You Want Day! Tomorrow for breakfast is Biscuits & Gravy, fruit, juice, and milk. Today for lunch is Chicken or Beef wrap, lettuce, pineapple, chocolate cake, and milk READ MORE >

Charter Oak-Ute School District is excited to announce anti cyberbullying and emotional resilience virtual assemblies with Keith Deltano. Keith Will be conducting three grade level assemblies this Friday. To learn more about Keith Please go to www.dontbullyonline.com/virtual-assemblies READ MORE >

Charter Oak-Ute will be in need of a... Special EducationParaprofessionalThe interested party needs to have a medicalbackground with a CNA or LPN. The interestedperson will assist with transportation, toileting,feeding, medical, and educational needs.Starting pay will be $20.00/hr or negotiated.Please contact Adam Eggeling,Superintendent of Schools byemail... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Friday, April 30th Today is also known as Honesty Day, So don’t forget to be honest today! Shout-out to our track members as Today for lunch is Beef gravy over potatoes, corn, WG roll, pineapple, and milk. Now for the purple heart pledge..I will not use my hands, or my words, for hurting myself or others… READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today isThursday, April 29th, It is National Dance Day, so make sure to get your groove on. Don’t forget to wish our JH Track members luck as they go to Ida Grove! Tomorrow for Breakfast is Cereal, yogurt, fruit, juice, and milk Today for Lunch Hot Dog, Mac & Cheese, green beans Mixed fruit, and milk Now for the purple... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Wed, April 28th Which is also Great Poetry Reading Day! So if you need any preferences you can always ask our JH-Reading-Teacher-Mrs.Bissen! *TAKE YOUR TIME* Shout out to the track team on last night's performance at Logan. On the girls side Stand out performances came from Laci Klink, placing 4th in Shot Put and Discus,... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats! Today is Tuesday, April 26th Today is also National Tell a Story Day! So make sure you tell everyone your favorite story! Don’t forget to wish the 7th and 8th grade track members luck today as they go to Logan for their Track Meet! Tomorrow breakfast is Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Juice,and milk Today for Lunch is Hot ham and cheese, on WG... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is April 23, 2021 Root Beer Floats on sale today for $1.00 - Odyssey of the Mind Fundraiser They will be on sale during lunch for 3rd - 5th and 6th - 8th. The Preschool - 2nd during snack. Lunch for today is pizza , romaine salad, corn, applesauce, Rice krispie bar, milk Breakfast for Monday is Breakfast bar, fruit, juice,... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is April 22, 2021 Root Beer Floats on sale Friday for $1.00 - Odyssey of the Mind Fundraiser They will be on sale during lunch for 3rd - 5th and 6th - 8th. The Preschool - 2nd during snack. Lunch for today is Hot Dog, on WG bun, Fries, Baked Beans and a Pear Breakfast for tomorrow is Roll and Yogurt Q:What kind of jewelry does the... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is April 21, 2021 Root Beer Floats on sale Friday for $1.00 - Odyssey of the Mind Fundraiser They will be on sale during lunch for 3rd - 5th and 6th - 8th. The Preschool - 2nd during snack. Lunch for today is Spaghetti 1/meat sauce, romaine salad, Garlic toast, peaches and milk Breakfast for tomorrow is Bagel, sausage, fruit, juice,... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is Monday April 19, 2021 Today for lunch is beef tacos, lettuce, refried beans, pineapple, churio Breakfast for tomorrow is Biscuits and gravy This whole month is Autism Awareness Month and the Student Council is selling autism awareness bracelets Sign up in the office at lunch time if you are needing a ride after practice Now... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is Friday April 16, 2021 Today for lunch is Shrimp poppers, fries, peas, pineapple Monday for breakfast is Pancakes and sausage This whole month is Autism Awareness Month and the Student Council is selling autism awareness bracelets Sign up in the office at lunch time if you are needing a ride after practice. Today the PBIS will... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is Thursday April 15, 2021 Today for lunch is Chicken Sandwich on WG bun, Broccoli Medley, Mixed Fruit and Cake Tomorrow for breakfast is Cereal, yogurt and Fruit This whole month is Autism Awareness Month and the Student Council is selling autism awareness bracelets Sign up in the office at lunch time if you are needing a ride after... READ MORE >

COU will be having preschool open house April 29, 2021 at 7 pm READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is Wednesday April 14, 2021 Today for lunch is Pork Patty, Cheesy Potatoes, Pears, WG Roll, and Mixed Veggies Tomorrow for breakfast is Pancake sausage on stick, Hash Browns This whole month is Autism Awareness Month and the Student Council is selling autism awareness bracelets Sign up in the office at lunch time if you are... READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats Today is Tuesday April 13, 2021 Today for lunch is McRib on WG Bun, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Tots, and Peaches Tomorrow for Breakfast is Scrambled Eggs and a Muffin This whole month is Autism Awareness Month and the Student Council is selling autism awareness bracelets Sign up in the office at lunch time if you are needing a ride after... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is Monday April 12, 2021 Today for lunch is Chicken and Noodles, Green Beans, WG roll, Mandarin oranges Tomorrow for breakfast is Breakfast pizza This whole month is Autism Awareness Month and the Student Council is selling autism awareness bracelets Sign up in the office at lunch time if you are needing a ride after practice This ... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats Today is Tuesday April 6,2021 Today for lunch is Crispito, Cheese Sauce, Green Beans, and Mixed Fruit Breakfast tomorrow is Biscuits and Gravy This whole month is autism awareness month and the Student Council is selling autism awareness bracelets There is a track meet Thursday in Audubon at 4 o’clock Q: What holds Easter eggs and... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is March 18, 2021 Lunch today is Hot Dog on WG Bun, Chips, Baked Beans, and Pears Breakfast tomorrow is Rolls and Yogurt This week the Student Council is selling Autism Awareness bracelets and the order forms and money need to be turned in by Friday. Order forms are in the office. Softball and baseball registration forms... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats Today is March 16, 2021 Lunch today is Nacho Supreme, Lettuce, Brownie, and Mixed Fruit Breakfast tomorrow is Breakfast Pizza Honor Band is today! If you have not brought your money for your meal, please do today. Students will be dismissed after reading intervention and go to the band room. There is a concert at 7 o’clock and the admission... READ MORE >

Crawford County Middle School Band Festival On March 16, 2021 Charter Oak – Ute will host a music concert that involves Charter Oak-Ute and Schleswig Middle School bands. The concert will start at 7:00 PM and the cost will be $3.00 for adults. Masks will be required. You will not enter the gym unless you have one. Please wear them in the gym as well. Thank... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Lunch for today is Chicken Nuggets, Cheesy Potatoes, Peas, Applesauce, WG Roll. Breakfast tomorrow is Bagel and sausage. Lunch is McRib on WG Bun, Fries, Baked Beans, Pineapple. Student Council meeting today at lunch in the vocal room. Band students please remember to bring 7 dollars for... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats !Today is Monday March 8 , 2021. We are in the 28 th week of school. We only have 4 days of school this week , so let’s make them great. Don’t forget to remind your parents about parent teacher conferences tonight and tomorrow night. Lunch today is chili cinnamon roll cheese stick crackers akd applesauce. Breakfast tomorrow is biscuits... READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Friday, March 5th Today for lunch is Macaroni and Cheese, Hot Dog, Green Beans, and Pears. Breakfast for Monday is Pancake Sausage on a Stick, and Hashbrown. READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Tuesday, March 2nd. Today for lunch is Corn Dog, Hash brown, Baked Beans, Pineapple, and Dr. Seuss Birthday Cake. Breakfast for tomorrow is Cheese Omelet, Muffin, and Sausage. Recycling this week is Kelton and Jax. Happy birthday Dr. Seuss! Tomorrow is wacky Wednesday! READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats! Today is Monday, March 1st. Today for lunch is Chicken Fajita Wrap, Lettuce, Cheese, Salsa, and Mixed Fruit. Breakfast for tomorrow is French Toast Sticks, and Little Smokies. Recycling this week is Kelton and Jax. This week is Dr. Seuss week! Tomorrow is dress nice day! READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Friday, February 26th. Today for lunch is Calzone, Cottage Cheese, Romaine Salad, and Peaches. Breakfast for Monday is Pop tart, yogurt, fruit, juice, milkMake sure to turn in your coloring sheets to your teacher today. Junior high turn yours into the office. Next week is Dr. Seuss week! Where are your pajamas to school on Monday! READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Thursday, February 25th. Today for lunch is Crispito, Cheese Sauce, Corn, and Pineapple. Breakfast for tomorrow is Bagel, and Sausage. Recycling this week is Jenna and Tawnie. Make sure to turn in your coloring sheets to your teachers or the office by Friday. Tomorrow wear your favorite farmer clothes to school! Student council will... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats! Today is Wednesday, February 24th. Today for lunch is Lasagna Roll- Ups, Broccoli, Mandarin Oranges, and Garlic Twist. Breakfast for tomorrow is Breakfast Bar. Recycling this week is Jenna and Tawnie. This week is FFA week! Student Council will be hosting a coloring contest! Your teachers will be handing out coloring pages. When you are... READ MORE >

PLEASE LOOK IN THE DOCUMENTS SECTION FOR THE HARD SURFACE BUS ROUTES FOR 20-21 SCHOOL YEAR. THANKS AND STAY SAFE. READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today it Friday, February 19th. Today for lunch is Hot Dog, Mac and Cheese, Corn, and Pears. Breakfast for Monday is Cereal, and Yogurt. Next week is FFA week! Student Council will be hosting a coloring contest! Your teachers will be handing out coloring pages. When you are finished coloring them turn them to your teacher! Friday is dress... READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Thursday, February 18th. Today for lunch is Pork Tenderloin on WG Bun, Green Beans, And Mandarin Oranges. Breakfast tomorrow is Roll, and Yogurt. Next week is FFA week! Student Council will be hosting a coloring contest! Your teachers will be handing out coloring pages. When you are finished coloring them turn them to your... READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Wednesday, February 17th. Today for lunch is Weiner Wink, Hashbrown, Baked Beans, and Peaches. Breakfast for tomorrow is French Toast Sticks, and Little Smokies. Recycling this week is Ava and Patience. READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Friday, February 12th. Today for lunch is Hot Ham and Cheese on Bun, Chips, Green Beans, and Pears. Breakfast for Tuesday is Cheese Omelet, and Toast. Crush for a Crush will be handed out at the end of the day.Have a good day!! READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Thursday, February 11th. Today for lunch is Chicken Alfredo, Romaine Salad, Breadstick, Peaches, and Garlic Toast. Breakfast for tomorrow is Poptart, and Yogurt. Today is national make a friend day! If you have a chance today try and talk to someone new! Recycling this week is Chloe and Cadence. READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Wednesday, February 10th. Today for lunch is Pork Patty, Cheesy Hashbrowns, Peas, Mandarin Oranges, and WG Roll. Breakfast for tomorrow is Breakfast Pizza. Recycling this week is Chloe and Cadence. Today is a great day to make someone smile! READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats!Today is Tuesday, February 9th. Today for lunch is Sloppy Joe on WG Bun, Baked Beans, Fries, and Banana.Breakfast for tomorrow is Pancake, and Sausage.Recycling this week is Chloe and Cadence. Today is the last day to turn in any Crush for a Crush papers! READ MORE >

Please look in the documents section of our website under McKinney-Vento Homless Liason information for information regarding your family's rights educationally if you qualify. READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Monday, February 8th. Today for lunch is Walking Taco, Lettuce, Cheese, Salsa, Brownie,and Mixed Fruit. Breakfast for tomorrow is Biscuits and Gravy. Recycling this Is Chloe and Candance. Student council is hosting Crush for a Crush. There are extra papers in the office. READ MORE >

There is some confusion as to wether or not schools will still require masks. Since public health guidelines have not changed for quarantining, COU will still require masks in order to keep students and staff that are healthy to not be quarantined. I’m sorry for the confusion created by this, but in order to to keep healthy people in school, we need to stay as is.... READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats! Today is Friday, February 5th. Today for lunch is Pizza, Romaine, Corn, and peaches. Breakfast for Monday is breakfast bar. The student council is hosting Crush for a Crush this month! There are extra papers in the office! READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning Bobcats!Today is Friday January 29, 2021 We are completing our 21st week of school..If we don’t have any snowdays this week, MondayFebruary 1 will be our 100th day of school.Today is national puzzle day ! Anytime is a greattime to work a small or large puzzle of any kind -find one to do by yourself or with a friend.Lunch today is crispito,... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Thursday January 28 2021 .If we don’t have any snowdays this week, MondayFebruary 1 will be our 100th day of school.Today is national kazoo day . If you do not knowwhat this is , be sure to ask a teacher!Lunch today is mcrib on a whole grain bun, greenbeans, sweet potatoe wedges, and mixed fruit.Breakfast tomorrow is bagel... READ MORE >

Announcements: Wednesday, January 27, 2021 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Lunch for tomorrow is McRib on WG Bun, Green Beans, Sweet Potato Wedges, and Mixed Fruit. Breakfast tomorrow is Biscuits and Gravy Recycling this week is Macy and Taryn. Let’s make this a great Wednesday!!!! READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning Bobcats!Today is Friday Jan 22, 2021 we are completingour 20th week of school. Keep up the great work! Today is National Hot Sauce Day. Hot saucecomes in a variety of strengths and flavors andcan be used on virtually any food to make it tasteeven better. Next Thursday, January 28, will mark our 100thday of school. Way to go... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Thursday, Jan 21, 2021.Today is National Granola bar day - these treatscome in many varieties of flavors and are ahealthy way to enjoy a snack anytime of the day.Next Thursday, January 28, will mark our 100thday of school. Way to go Bobcats!Lunch today is Hot dog, baked beans, chips,mandarin oranges, and a cookie -... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood Morning Bobcats!Today is Wednesday, January 20, 2021.Today is National Disc Jockey Day - if you don’tknow what a disc jockey is, be sure to ask ateacher!Recycling is Abbey and Lilliana this week!!Next Wednesday, January 27, will mark our 100thday of school. Way to go bobcats!Lunch today is spaghetti with meat sauce, romaine salad, cheese... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday January 19 2021Today is national popcorn day ! Be sure to enjoythis tasty snack if you get a chance.Recycling is Abbey and Lilliana this weekLunch today is corn dog, green beans, hash browns and peaches - breakfast tomorrow isbagel and sausage READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is national bean day – they come in all sizes and varieties, so find some that you like and enjoy this healthy food today!! Kid’s Club after school today!! Lunch is Popcorn Chicken, Fries, Baked Beans, Strawberries Breakfast tomorrow is Cheese Omelet, Toast Recycling this... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Monday Jan 11 , 2021. We are startingour 19th week of school. Keep up the greatwork, bobcats - you are all awesome!!Recycling this week is Lilly and NoahConcession stand for Monday is Brianna Jax andMicahConcession stand for Tuesday is Kelton and MicahConcession stand for Thursday is Chloe and tajilLunch today is beef taco, lettuce,... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday Jan 7 , 2021.Good luck to both of our jh basketball teams asthey play their opponents both away and in thegym. Lunch today is chicken nuggets, scalloped potatoes, corn, and mandarin oranges. Breakfast tomorrow is a roll and yogurt.Recycling this week is Taryn and Tawnie.Concession stand for today is Tayzun,chloe, andtajel.Lets... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Wednesday January 6, 2021.Today is national bean day - they come in allsizes and varieties, so find some that you like andenjoy this healthy food today!Lunch today is lasagna roll up, cottage cheese,romaine and tomato salad, cookie, and pineappleBreakfast tomorrow is breakfast pizza.Recycling this week is Taryn and... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday , January 5, 2021. We havecompeted 17 weeks of school so far this year.Way to go , bobcats!We are beginning week 18 of school - lets make2021 a great year. Today is national bird day - be sure to take amoment to try to find and identify a bird and whattype of bird it is. Lunch today is chicken patty on a wg bun,... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Friday Dec 18,202o There are 7days leftbefore Christmas. We are finishing our 17th weekof school. Way to go , bobcats!Today is is national bake cookies day! Enjoy thefun doing this with a friend or family member! Lunch today is calzone, romaine salad, mixedveggies, and pineapple. Breakfast monday is cereal and yogurt.Recycling is Chloe... READ MORE >

!Today is Thursday Dec 17, There are 8 days leftbefore Christmas.Today is national maple syrup day - be sure andenjoy some with pancakes or French toast!Lunch today is Chicken noodle soup, ham andcheese sandwich, carrots, celery, and applesauce. Breakfast tomorrow is bagel andsausage.Recycling is Chloe and Brooklyn K.Concession stand on Thursday and Friday thisweek... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Wednesday Dec 16, There are 9 days leftbefore Christmas.Lunch today is Christmas dinner- Turkey, potatoes, gravy, corn, wg roll, and ice cream. Be sureto say an extra thank you to our great cooks !Recycling is Chloe and Brooklyn K.Concession stand on Thursday and Friday thisweek Tajel, Briana , Jax, Kelton, and Tayzun. Our last day of... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday, December 15, 2020!! We are starting our 17th week of school.Today is national cupcake day. Be sure to enjoyone of these tasty treats if you get a chance.Lunch today is hot ham and cheese on w g bun,baked beans, hash browns, and a banana. Breakfast tomorrow is breakfast pizza!Recycling is Chloe and Brooklyn... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Monday December 14, 202 We are starting our 17th week of school.Today is national violin day.Lunch today is Chicken quesadilla, romaine andtomato salad, and pineapple. Breakfast tomorrow is biscuits and gravy. READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Friday December 11, 2020 We are finishing our 16th week of school. Great job bobcats!Tomorrow is Poinsettia day - be sure toAppreciate these gorgeous winter plants.Lunch today is crispito, cheese sauce, corn,mixed fruit, and salsa. Breakfast monday isbreakfast bar.Have a super weekend , bobcats!Lets make this a great Friday READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday December 10. 2020 ,. -There are 15 days left until Christmas! Recycling this week is Keara and Jocelyn.Lunch today is walking taco, romaine lettuce,cheese, salsa, and strawberry short cake. Breakfast tomorrow is pancakes, and sausage. READ MORE >

Click on the link below to learn more about the spectator limitations for Junior high and youth games. https://t.e2ma.net/webview/n61... READ MORE >

Youth sports 12-9-2020 JH practice begins tomorrow JH boys and girls play a double header against AR-WE-VA in Charter oak Friday December 11th. The girls play one game beginning at 4:00, and the boys follow with one game. Youth league players may begin practicing. Use the calendar on the gym door to schedule your practices. There may only be two teams... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday December 8, 2020 ,. We arebeginning our 16th week of school this year -way to go bobcats -Today is national Christmas Tree Day - be sure toenjoy those tress around the school and at homeas well.There are 17 days left until Christmas! Recycling this week is Keara and Jocelyn.Lunch today is hamburger on a wg bun, sweetpotato... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Monday December 7, 2020 . We are beginning our 16th week of school this year -way to go bobcats - keep up the great work!Today is Pearl Harbor day . Be sure and remember to thank a veteran today for their service.Today is national cotton candy day ! Many of usenjoy this tasty treat during the summer at fairs orballgames .There are 18... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Friday December 4 , 2020. We are finishing our 15th week of school this year - way togo bobcats - keep up the great work!Today is national cookie day - be sure and findsome of your favorites to have as a snack !There are 22 days left until Christmas!Lunch today is hot dog, Mac and cheese, mixedveggies, and peaches. Breakfast monday... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday, December 3 , 2020.Today is national hug day - instead, just be sureand give someone who needs it an elbow bumpor a foot shake.There are 23 days left until Christmas!Recyling this week is Chloe and Cadence.Lunch today is pork patty, cheesy hashbrowns,corn, mandarin oranges, and wg roll. Breakfasttomorrow is breakfast... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Wednesday December 2, 2020. Today is national mutt day - if you have a mutt fora dog, be sure and give it an extra hug today.It is also national play basketball day, so if youget a chance to shoot some hoops, get a ball, getsome exercise, and have fun. There are 23 days left until Christmas! Recycling this week is Chloe... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats! Today is Monday, November 30, 2020. We are starting our 15 th week of school. Keep up the great work! Today is cyber monday! - make sure and get those Christmas requests to your parents so they can get it ordered online!!!! There are 26 days left until Christmas! Recyling this week is Chloe and Cadence. Lunch today is... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Wednesday November 25 2020. We arealmost to our thanksgiving break ! There will be a2 hour early dismissal today!Today is national shopping reminders day - getthose Christmas lists done !Recyling this week is Kelton and Micah.Lunch today is hotdog, baked beans, chips andmandarin oranges.Breakfast monday is omelet and toast.Have a great... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday, November 24 2020. We are almost to our thanksgiving break ! There will be a 2 hour early dismissal tomorrow!Student Council meeting in the vocal room at 3:30 today.Recyling this week is Kelton and Micah.Lunch today is Chili, cinnamon roll, crackers,cheese, fresh veggies, and applesauce.Breakfast tomorrow is pancakes and... READ MORE >

There will be no 30 Minute Late Start on Wednesday, November 25th. School will start at 8:20. We will be dismissing 2 hours Early on Wednesday, November 25th at 1:30. READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Friday November 20, 2020. We arecompleting our 13th week of school. Great jobbobcats! Keep up the great work!Lunch today is pizza, romaine and tomato salad,corn and pearsBreakfast Monday is breakfast bar Lets make this a great Friday - remember, its agreat day to be a bobcat! READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday November 19 2020.Today is national bagpipes day - have your parents show you a you tube video of them if you areunsure of what they are!Lunch today chicken and biscuits, peas, peaches, and chocolate cake.Breakfast tomorrow is a roll and yogurt. Lets make this a great Thursday READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats! Today is Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Today is national Princess day - celebrate how ever you wish. Lunch today is thanksgiving dinner - turkey, potatoes, gravy, green beans, roll, and dessert - lets give a huge shoutout and thank you to Becky and Angie for preparing a great meal!!! Be sure to tell them thanks and that they are... READ MORE >

Good morning Bobcats!Today is Tuesday, November 17, 2020.Today is national take a hike day! Make sure youhave a parent with you if you decide to do this!Lunch today is Hot ham and cheese, on a wgbun, baked beans, and peaches.Breakfast tomorrow is Pancake, Sausage on a stick, HashbrownRecyling this week is Brianna and TajelConcession stand for Tuesday is , Tayzun... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Monday, November 16, 2020.Today is America recycles day ! - remember to doyour part on keeping the environment as clean aspossible.Lunch today is a beef taco, refried beans, lettuce,cheese, salsa, churro, and applesauce. We are starting our 13th week of school - way togo, bobcats - keep up the great work.Recyling this week is Brianna... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Friday November 13, 2020.Today is national actors day - watch a favoritemovie with your families when you get a chance.Lunch today is a pizza burger on a w g bun,baked beans, mandarin oranges, and sweet potato wedges. Breakfast on Monday nis scrambled eggs and a muffin. We are completing our 12th week of school -way to go, bobcats -... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday November 12 2020.Today is national pizza with everything on it day!!!!for fun, try to make a homemade pizza if yourparents will help you - they are fun to make, bake,and eat!!!!!Lunch today is spaghetti with meat sauce, romaine and tomato salad, w g breadstick, andpineapple. Breakfast for Friday is bagel and sausage.Thanks to... READ MORE >

Announcements - Nov. 11Good morning bobcats!Today is Wednesday, November 11, 2020.Today is national Sundae day! Go home andmake your favorite! Try to have one of theseyummy treats if you get the chance.Lunch today is popcorn chicken, corn, peachesand fries for lunch. Breakfast tomorrow is cheeseomelet and toast.There will be a Veterans day program today at9:30 via... READ MORE >

Summary of Enhanced Public Health Measures Effective Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 12:01 a.m. until Monday, Nov. 30 at 11:59 p.m. Gathering Restrictions: Social, community, recreational, or leisure · If more than 10 people: - 6 feet distancing between groups - Groups limited to 8 people, with the exception of households larger than 8 - Take other... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday November 10 2020.Today is national vanilla cupcake day! Try to haveone of these yummy treats if you get the chance.There will be a boys basketball game at Logantoday - the bus will be leaving at 2:30 pm fromschool. Good luck, bobcats!Lunch today is fish stick, hash brown, grahamcracker cookie, pears, and peas.... READ MORE >

Announcements Good morning bobcats!Today is Friday November 6 , 2020. We have completed our 11th week of school - Great job Bobcats andkeep up the great work! Today is national nachos day - be sure to enjoysome chips, cheese and even some salsa if youlike it! Lunch today is chicken fajita wrap, lettuce,cheese, cookie, and pears. Breakfast Monday is breakfast... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday November 5 , 2020 Today is National Donut day!!!! If you have an opportunity to enjoy one, please do!Be sure to come to the first home boys basketballgame of the season after school and show yoursupport for our team! We will be playing Whitingin our gym at 4 pm! Go bobcats!Concession stand for Thursdays game is... READ MORE >

Good morning bobcats!Today is Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Today is national candy day! Enjoy somethingsweet if you can, but not too much!!!Recycling is Chloe and Tajel this week - teachers,it would be awesome if you could put your recycling outside of your room - it will be picked upeither Tuesday after school or Wednesday beforeschool.Concession stand for... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning Bobcats!Today is Tuesday , 2020. We are starting our 11thweek of school. Lets make this a great week.Today is national sandwich day! Make sure tomake yourself your favorite sandwich and enjoy itsometime today!Recycling is Chloe and Tajel this week - teachers,it would be awesome if you could put your recycling outside of your room - it will... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Thursday, October 29, 2020. Don’t forget - today is the day! - get your costumes ready -the student councilwill award each class a prize for the best costumefor halloween. Get creative and have fun!!Lunch today is a halloweenie in a coffin, witchesfingers, Frankenstein beans, and a jack o lanterncookie.Remember that there... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Wednesday October 28, 2020.Today is national chocolate day! Woo hoo!!!! Besure to enjoy this tasty treat some time today! Don’t forget - tomorrow is the day! - get your costumes ready -the student councilwill award each class a prize for the best costumefor halloween. Get creative and have fun!!Lunch today is walking... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday October 27, 2020. We are inour 10th week of school - go bobcats!Today is national black cat day. If you have ablack cat, be sure and give it extra attention afterschool and this evening! - get your costumes ready -the student councilwill award each class a prize for the best costumefor halloween. Get creative and... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Friday, October 23, 2020. We havemade it through our first 9 complete weeks ofschool! Great job bobcats!! - get your costumes ready -the student councilwill award each class a prize for the best costumefor halloween. Get creative and have fun!!Lunch today is pizza, corn, lettuce salad, cookie,and mixed fruit.Lets make... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Thursday, oct 22, 2020. Today is nationalcolor day!Reminder: Tomorrow is the last day to order your bobcat mask! - get your costumes ready -the student councilwill award each class a prize for the best costumefor halloween. Get creative and have fun!!Lunch today is chicken on a wg bun, bakedbeans, baked chips, and... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday October 20, 2020 . Today is national sloth day. If you don’t know what a slothis, be sure to ask a teacher! - get your costumes ready -the student councilwill award each class a prize for the best costumefor halloween. Get creative and have fun!! Lunch today is mini corn dogs, green beans,hashbrown, and fresh... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning Bobcats!Today is Monday October19, 2020. We are beginning our 9th week of school ! Keep up thegreat work!October is national whole apple month, and alsothe month with halloween - get your costumesready -the student council will award each class aprize for the best costume ! Get creative and havefun!!Boys basketball for Junior High will... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats!Today is Friday October 16, 2020 We are completing our 8th week of school ! Keep up thegreat work!Today is national dictionary day! You may needto ask someone if you don’t know what a dictionary is!Boys basketball for Junior High will begin Monday, October 19th - that’s next Monday afterschool. Please let Mr. Lally know if you have... READ MORE >

Announcements Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday October 15, 2020The month of October is also national chili monthand national pumpkin month.Lunch for today is hamburger on a w g bun,baked beans, and peaches.Tomorrow is Friday - keep working hard and doing your best, bobcats!Lets make this a great Thursday READ MORE >

We are going to have conferences on October 27, 2020 and October 28, 2020 from 4:00 p.m until 7:30 p.m. With the circumstances the way they are, we are seeing if you would like to come face to face, receive a phone call, or do a virtual conference. We will ask that you wear a mask if you come in the building and that you limit coming in to just parents. Please take... READ MORE >

Announcements - Oct. 13Good morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday October 13, 2020 Today is train your brain day!!We are starting our 8th full week of school - GOBOBCATS! Keep up the great work!Band will be going outside for rehearsal todayand tomorrow.Lunch for today is ham turkey and cheesessandwich, chips, and banana.Lets make this a great Tuesday READ MORE >

Announcements - Oct. 9, 2020Good morning bobcats!Today is Friday October 9. 2020. Today is national sneakers day. If you don’t know what a sneakeris, be sure and ask or google it - you’ll be surprised when you find out!!We are finishing our 7th full week of school - GOBOBCATS! Keep up the great work!Band will be going outside for rehearsal today .Lunch for today is... READ MORE >

Announcement - Oct. 8 Good morning bobcats!Today is Thursday October 8, 2020. Today isworld octopus day!!!Good luck to our jr high football team as theyplay Sloan today at 4 :30Band will be going outside for rehearsal todayand tomorrow.Lunch today country fried steak, potatoes, icedveggies, wg bun, and peaches.Breakfast tomorrow is Cereal, YogurtLets make this a... READ MORE >

Announcements - Oct. 6Good morning bobcats!Today is Tuesday October 6 Today is NationalGarlic lovers day.Recycling this week is Mrs. Stallons, Jax, Micah,and ChloeGood luck to our volleyball team against BoyerValley today after school. This is the last homevolleyball game of the season, we would like to congratulate the team for a great season and bring home a... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsGood morning bobcats! Today is Monday, October 5, 2020 We are starting our 7th week of school Today is national golf lovers day! Recycling this week isTaryn Jax and Jocelyn Good luck to our volleyball team against Ar-We-Vatonight after school. Lunch today is Walking taco, cheese, lettuce, ricekrispie bar and mandarin oranges. Lets make this a... READ MORE >

Announcements Today is Thursday October 1, 2020. Today is national black dog day! If you have a black dog, besure to give it extra attention today!! Recycling this week is Tayzun, Kelton, and Micah Good luck to our volleyball team tonight againstSchleswig and our football team against WestMonona Homecoming is this week September 28 - Oct 2- our theme this year... READ MORE >

Please check the documents section of our website and look at Face Masks September 29 2020 and September 29 quarantine rules READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020. Today is national coffee day !!!!Recycling this week is Tayzun, Kelton, and Micah.Good luck to our volleyball girls West Harrison Homecoming is this week September 28 - Oct 2- our theme this year is Homecoming is music toour ears. Dress up days includes, Tuesday asclass t shirt day, Wednesday is western outfit... READ MORE >

Announcements Today is Monday, Sept28, 2020 We are beginning our 6th week of school! Recycling this week isTayzun, Kelton, and MicahGood luck to our football team tonight as theyplay oabcig and volleyball girls against whiting.Homecoming is this week September 28 - Oct 2- our theme this year is Homecoming is music toour ears. Dress up days include pajama... READ MORE >

Fitness Room COVID-19 Regulations: Hours of operation 4:00 p.m – 6:30 a.m. (M/T/W/TH) 4:00 p.m – 6:30 a.m. Friday through Monday Wipe down all equipment that you use No more than 5 people in the fitness center at a time If you are feeling ill please do not come in. If you have been exposed to... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Thursday, sept 24, 2020 Today isNational punctuation day!Recycling this week is Keara, Chloe and tail Homecoming will be next week September 28 -Oct 2 - our theme this year is Homecoming ismusic to our ears. Dress up days include pajamaday, class t shirt day, western outfit day, throwback Thursday and wear bobcat blue day. Lunch today is pork... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Tuesday September 22, 2020 Today isNational Ice cream cone day! Go home and enjoyyour favorite flavor after school!Recycling this week is Kara, Chloe and Tajel Homecoming will be next week September 28 -Oct 2 - our theme this year is Homecoming ismusic to our ears. Dress up days include pajamaday, class t shirt day, western outfit day,... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Monday, September 21. Today is national batman day. We are beginning our 5th weekof school. Lets work together to make it awesome!Recycling this week is Kiera, Chloe and Tajel Homecoming will be next week September 28 -Oct 2 - our theme this year is Homecoming ismusic to our ears. Dress up days include pajamaday, class t shirt day, western... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Friday, September 18, 2020 Fun facts fortoday: Its National Respect day . Lets work extra hard today to be respectful to others. We are finishing our 4th week of school.Recycling this week is Patience and Ava Homecoming will be September 28 - Oct 2 - ourtheme this year is Homecoming is music to ourears. Dress up days include pajama day, class... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Thursday, Sept 17, 2020 Fun facts fortoday : It is national Cheeseburger day!Recycling this week is Patience and Ava Homecoming will be September 28 - Oct 2 - ourtheme this year Homecoming is music to ourears. Lunch today is hot beef over potatoes, Corn,mixed fruit, wg roll.Let’s make this a great Thursday! READ MORE >

Today is Wednesday September 16, 2020 Fun facts for today : It is national collect Rocks dy!Concession stand workers are Chloe Wanberg,Kelton Mareau, Micah Fredrichs, Tajel Jepson,and Tayzun James for the game on Thursday!Recycling this week is Patience and Ava Homecoming will be September 28 - Oct 2 - ourtheme this year is Homecoming is music to ourears. Lunch... READ MORE >

Today is Monday, September 14, 2020 Fun factsfor today : It’s national creme filled donut dayAND national coloring day !!! We are starting our4th week of school! Be sure to eat a donut andspend time coloring!Good luck to our volleyball team as they take onARWEVA today after school. Go bobcats!Concession stand workers are Chloe Wanberg,Micah Fredrichs, Tajel Jepson,... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Friday Sept 11 Fun facts for today : It’sinternational Make your bed day! This is our 3rdfull week of schoolRecycling this week will be Issy and Jocelyn Homecoming will be September 28 - Oct 2 - ourtheme this year is Homecoming is music to ourears.Student council will meet in mrs Stallons room after lunch today Please get your homecomingdress... READ MORE >

Announcements Today is Wednesday Sept 9 Fun facts for today :National Teddy Bear Day!Recycling this week will be Issy and JocelynHomecoming will be September 28 - Oct 2 - ourtheme this year is Homecoming is music to ourears. Lunch today is Beef taco WG shell, churro, re-fried beans, cheese, lettuce salsa, and peaches. Let’s make this a great Wednesday!Purple... READ MORE >

Enter the building on the southeast corner of the parking lot next to the cafeteria. Masks are required when entering the building. We ask that all families in attendance sit in a group of household members only and maintain a distance of roughly six feet. Water fountains will be off but water bottles will be sold at the concession stand. READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Thursday September 3 Fun facts fortoday : It is national skyscraper day!Recycling this week will be Tayzun and Tawnie.Don’t forget to turn in your homecoming t shirtorder forms and money to Kim. Deadline is nextweek. No late orders will be taken. Be sure andget those in this week! Our theme is homecomingis music to my ears.Lunch today is... READ MORE >

We will be hosting 5th Grade Band Night on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 6:30 in the gym. If your student is interested please come through the cafeteria doors to the gym. Please distance yourselves in the bleachers in they gym. There will be hand sanitizer by the door and please wear a face covering to the gym. Also, please bring one parent and your student if... READ MORE >

AnnouncementsToday is Monday, August 31. Fun facts for todayIt is national bacon day - and national trail mixday - be sure to try to enjoy those 2 treats todayif you ge a chance!Recycling this week will be Tayzun and Tawnie.Don’t forget to turn in your homecoming t shirtorder forms and money to Kim. Deadline is nextweek. No late orders will be taken. Be sure andget... READ MORE >

Announcements - Friday, August 28, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Don’t forget to sign up and pay for your homecoming t-shirt and pay Kim for it. Order deadline is Thursday, September 10. Price is $10.00 for most sizes, and $2.00 more for extended sizes. Remember to bring your computer to band and vocal classes today. Recycling this week is Lilly, Abbey and... READ MORE >

CO-U will be having 2 hour early outs on August 25, 2020 and August 26, 2020 due to the heat. Thank you for your understanding. READ MORE >

The City of Charter Oak's water issue has been resolved. Thank you to everyone for your help with this matter and your willingness to be flexible. We will continue to use the bottles of water we have acquired through donations and by other means to provide our students with water. Also, it would still be helpful if your students came with full water bottles.... READ MORE >

Dear Parent’s and Guardians, As you may know, Charter Oak issued a statement Thursday that told us that we can not drink the water due to an issue with manganese levels. I have been in contact with City officials and they are working diligently to resolve the issue. Because of this please have your students come to school with their water bottles full. We do... READ MORE >

There will not be open house this year due to our current situation: School Starts August 24th: Have your kids bring their supplies to school Monday morning 8/24/20 Parents will not be able to bring students into the school Staff will help students get to their classrooms and around the building Middle school... READ MORE >

If you have a 7th or 8th grade student planning on playing fall sports please take the following survey: https://forms.gle/e3pDv6CSJh58... Survey Closes August 21, 2020. READ MORE >

The school district is asking that you take this short survey in order to help plan transportation and learning resources. The survey can be accessed at https://forms.gle/9g2VvkyvSNst... Thank you and stay safe. READ MORE >

Registration will take place on August 3rd and August 4th between the hours of 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Registration material will available on-line under the documents section. In this section, you will find two folders. One is labeled PK-5 and the other is 6-8. The forms needed for those classes are located in their respective folders. If you wish to pick them up... READ MORE >

Charter Oak-Ute will be coming back to school on August 24, 2020 with On-Site education occurring. Below you will find information summarized from our Return to Learn Plan to help you understand the three different models and how they will work. Although On-Site learning is preferred, some factors could force families to make the decision to use a virtual system... READ MORE >

Dear Parents/Guardians of COU 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, As you may or may not be aware, in March of 2020 our Charter Oak-Ute Junior High was selected as a winner in the KTIV Making a Difference Contest. By winning this contest, the entire Junior High Student Body wins a trip to Arnold’s Park in Okoboji, IA. Under normal circumstances, we would’ve... READ MORE >

Please take the following survey developed by our school district in order to further plan for the following school year. The link to the survey is as follows: https://forms.gle/rVTkW8NmFXyWevJb9 The survey will close on July 10, 2020. READ MORE >

Please take the survey that has been released by the Iowa Department of Education. It will close on June 24. Only do it once per family if you have a student. Do not take the survey if you do not have a student. https://surveys.panoramaed.com... READ MORE >

COU will not be providing meals on May 25, 2020. We will start back again on May 27, 2020. Meals will be provided at least through the month of June. Thank you and stay safe!! READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, May 21st, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today, the COU Student Council would like to recognize Mrs. Patty Staley, our JH Special Education Instructor. Mrs. Staley will be retiring after this year. We would like to congratulate her on her dedicated service to the Charter Oak-Ute School District and wish her the best... READ MORE >

May 20, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians, Staff, Community Members and Students of Charter Oak-Ute, The end of the school year is quickly approaching. The last regular school day for this year would have been May 28th if we were operating on a normal basis outside of this pandemic. I know this is not the easiest thing we have ever dealt with, but I am proud... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, May 19th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Devil’s Food Cake Day. Observed annually on May 19th, National Devil’s Food Cake Day is enjoyed by chocolate cake lovers throughout the country and around the world. Devil’s Food Cake is a heavenly chocolate cake. It differs from a regular chocolate cake by its... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, May 18th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Visit Your Relatives Day. It encourages family members to stay connected. Our hectic lives make it easy to get so caught up in the busyness of today’s fast-paced lifestyle. We often lose touch with our relatives. Today reminds us to stop for a moment, take some... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Friday, May 15th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Do you know what one of America’s most favorite foods are? If you answered “pizza” you’d be right. Today is known as National Pizza Party Day! Pizza parties bring friends together. They’re also an excellent way to reward a team or group for a job well done. Birthdays and some... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, May 14th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Everyone has probably danced the “Chicken Dance” at least once in their lifetime. This silly, fun song is popular at wedding dances and school dances. The song gets people of all ages up and moving on the dance floor and what a good day to celebrate it. Today is known as... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Wednesday, May 13th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Do you know what America’s favorite dessert is? If you said, “apple pie” you’d be right! Today is known as National Apple Pie Day! What a great thing to do today! Give it your best shot and make an apple pie! YUM!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, May 12th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is known as National Limerick Day. ... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, May 11th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is known as National Eat What You Want Day! Observed annually on May 11th, National Eat What You Want Day sets diets aside for a day of indulgence. It’s about having one day a year of eating with no regrets. Whether you love donuts or fast food, today is your day to satisfy... READ MORE >

Anna Kay Huisinga Was born on July 27, 2006. Her mom's name is Katie and her dad's name is Jesse. She has one older brother, Carter. Her nickname is Anna Banana because everyone calls her that and she likes bananas. Her favorite subject is math. Her favorite memory at CO-U was when she first joined student council and she got to do a lot more for the... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, May 7th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is known as the National Day of Prayer. It is observed annually on the first Thursday of May. People of many different faiths join in prayer on this day. Let us truly remember to give thanks for the things we have and pray for those who may be facing hard times during this... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Wednesday, May 6th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Nurses Day! On this day, we raise awareness of all nurse contributions and commitments and acknowledge the vital role nurses play in society. We are especially thankful for all of our nurses during this pandemic. Why don’t you take some time today to send a card... READ MORE >

Caralyn Marie Henschen Was born on July 15, 2006. Her mom's name is Peggy Sue and her dad's name is Jim. She has one sister, Evelyn. Her favorite subjects in school are math and English. Her favorite memory at CO-U was during a Student Council Lock In when she and some friends were singing songs while carrying a ladder down the stairs multiple times. Her... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, May 5th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is Tuesday, May 5th! Happy Cinco de Mayo Day! Today is also Teacher Appreciation Day. It is time to say “Thank You” to the exceptional teachers that you know. Let teachers, past and present, know you appreciate them for all that they do. Teachers play a critical role in... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, May 4th, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Orange Juice Day! On May 4th National Orange Juice Day recognizes America’s most popular breakfast drink. Orange juice holds a large margin over second-place apple juice, too. People have been waking up to a glass of orange juice for many years and enjoying the health... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Friday, May 1st, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National May Day! On May 1st, May Day ushers in a traditional celebration of flowers and spring. In many ancient calendars, May 1st welcomed the first day of summer. This was truly a cause for celebration. One of the more popular rituals was harvesting flowers and giving them... READ MORE >

Jennifer Taylor Allen Was born on September 7, 2006. Her favorite color is blue. Her mom's name is Abigail and her dad's name is Zachary. She lives with her stepdad, Travis. She has two siblings, a younger brother, Tiger, and a younger sister, Jocelyn. Her favorite subjects are English and reading. Her favorite memory at CO-U happened in Science class when... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, April 30, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Hairstylist Appreciation Day! Each year on April 30th, National Hairstylist Appreciation Day honors hairstylists everywhere who make artful hairstyles possible. A talented hairstylist will not only make you look good but also make you feel good. This day also... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Wednesday, April 29, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! What is something that you probably use everyday without even thinking about how or why it was invented? If you said, THE ZIPPER, you’d be correct! Today is National Zipper Day! On this day in 1913 the zipper first received its patent! Read all about how the zipper first got... READ MORE >

April 29, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and constituents of Charter Oak-Ute, As all of you very well know, Governor Reynolds has extended her recommendation for school closure to last through the end of the school year, which I informed you of on April 20, 2020. For the remainder of the school year, we will continue with the voluntary instructional material... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, April 28, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Great Poetry Reading Day! If you shared a story yesterday, share a poem today! Here’s a fantastic website to check out and they will even read them to you, if you’d like! If you want a good laugh today check out: https://www.poetry4kids.com/ Here’s a little... READ MORE >

Mya Paige Goslar Was born on June 27, 2006 Her mom's name is Jami and her dad's name is Tyson. She has two younger brothers, Jet and Madden. Her favorite subject in school is math. Her favorite memory at CO-U is 8th grade basketball year. She does not have a nickname. Her favorite colors are anything pastel.We want to wish Mya and all the 8th grade students... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, April 27, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Tell a Story Day! This day encourages people of all ages to share all kinds of stories. Whether it’s read from a book, one from your imagination, or an actual story from a childhood memory, the day supports gathering with friends and family to share those stories. ... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Friday, April 24, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Arbor Day. National Arbor Day encourages us to celebrate and plant trees. Trees provide vital protection for the Earth’s topsoil from erosion, oxygen, and homes for wildlife. They also are a renewable resource that provides a variety of materials for building,... READ MORE >

The COU Student Council has “hidden” colored rocks with encouraging messages around the communities of Charter Oak, Ute, Soldier and Castana. If you find one please share it with us on Facebook so we know it’s been located and feel free to re-hide it again for someone else to find! Or keep the rock after letting us know it’s been found and make a new one yourself... READ MORE >

Kennedy Lynn Goslar Was born on July 11, 2006 Her mom's name is Jenny and her dad's name Brady. She has a sister, Emerson, and a brother, Easton. Her favorite subject in school is P.E. Her favorite memory at CO-U is when someone squirted pop all over a teacher's classroom. Her nickname is Ken dog because her friends always call her that. We... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is National Jellybean Day! If you still have some left from Easter, today is the day to get them out and enjoy them! Today is also National Secretary’s Day! Be sure to give a shout out to our secretaries at school: Kim Creese, Tayten Kline, and Cathy Carstens! Find a... READ MORE >

A message from Mr. Thelander at MVAO-COU: Good afternoon, MVAO families, Jr./Sr. Prom is now rescheduled for Saturday, June 27th. If social distancing restrictions are later extended through June, then prom will have to be cancelled. Graduation for the MVAOCOU Class of 2020 is rescheduled for Sunday, July 12th at 2:00 PM. The format of our graduation ceremony... READ MORE >

April 20, 2020 Dear Students, Families and Staff, On Friday, Governor Kim Reynolds announced that all schools in Iowa will remain closed through the end of the school year to help prevent the further spread of COVID-19. This announcement will continue to affect all Charter Oak-Ute Community School District programming, including before and... READ MORE >

April 8, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and constituents of Charter Oak-Ute, Governor Reynolds has extended her recommendation for school closure to last through April 30, 2020 as many of you very well know. With this news, our school has elected to continue to provide your students and our families with voluntary instructional material to help your student... READ MORE >

Potential Device Checkout Survey:Please fill out the survey. The link is https://forms.gle/4WGdnV1fmXcf...The number of devices are limited, and if you do not have internet you do not need to fill this out. READ MORE >

Please respond to the following survey: https://forms.gle/jnmYnpSagatZ... Please only respond if you have a student, and only respond one time per family! The survey will close at 5pm on Sunday April 5, 2020. Thank you for your cooperation and stay safe! READ MORE >

April 3, 2020 Dear Students, Families, and CO-U Community, On April 2, 2020 Governor Reynolds announced that schools should remain closed through April 30, 2020 in response the COVID-19 pandemic crisis. While our staff is disappointed knowing that we will not be able to see the students until then, safety is of the utmost priority. The last couple weeks... READ MORE >

COVID-19 Information Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses. Some infect animals, some infect people, some infect both.There are seven of these viruses known to infect humans and four of them are common and result inmild to moderate cold-like symptoms. Most people are infected with at least one in their lifetime. Threeof the coronaviruses are rare... READ MORE >

March 21, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and Constituents, During this unprecedented time, Charter Oak-Ute is able to provide meals to all kids ages 0-18. With this being said, we are not providing cooked meals. Instead, we are going to provide bags of food that will make up a day or two worth of breakfasts and lunches. Most items are... READ MORE >

March 20, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians and constituents of Charter Oak-Ute, As we enter into this unprecedented time, we feel it is necessary to provide you and your students with resources that can help your students maintain where they are at educationally. This four-week closure is hard on us all, but it is a time for you and your student to make the... READ MORE >

In order to get a potential head count for food assistance that we maybe able to provide, please fill out this survey if you are interested. Survey will close On Friday at 5 pm https://forms.gle/Ax5HFZghJ4YW... READ MORE >

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Governor Kim Reynolds ★ Lt. Governor Adam Gregg FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2020 CONTACT: Pat Garrett, (515) 802-0986 Amy McCoy (IDPH) (515) 240-0530 Gov. Reynolds issues a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency DES MOINES - Gov. Reynolds issued a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency activating the... READ MORE >

Parent and Guardians, We will be allowing students and parents to come in and grab any personal items that they might have left here over the weekend. You will be able to do so from 9-6. You will be asked to not grab any of your school supplies. We are thinking coats or medical things in the office that are yours. Also, junior high students will need to make sure... READ MORE >

School is closed until further notice based on Governor Reynolds advice of a 4 week school closure due to COVID-19. We will be staying in contact about what our plans are and updates. The building will be closed to all none essential personal. Thank you for your understanding. READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!!Congratulations to the BEST hat of Dr. Seuss’ Hat Day on Friday. One luckywinner was drawn and that lucky person was Brian Mead, 5th grader. Brian,you may come down to the office to claim your prize. Congratulations &thanks to everyone who participated last week in all the dress up days! Seeyou again next year!Today is known as National... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is Hat Day. We hope you have chosen your BEST hat. Student Council members will be coming around this morning to take pictures and will be taking a picture of the best hat from each class. Your names will be put in a drawing and one lucky winner will be awarded! Today is also known as National Oreo Cookie Day. Get ready... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is Wild & Crazy Hair Day! The crazier, the better! We hope you enjoy the story of “Daisy Head Mayzie”, a Dr. Seuss Classic you may not have heard before! Today is also known as National Cheese Doodle Day. This annual celebration is a day where fingers turn a cheesy orange as we snack on these flavorful treats! Found all... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, Feb. 17, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that Leap day babies are called leapers or leaplings and there is a one in 1,461 chance of being a leap day baby! Today is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! See if you can think of something to do to surprise someone with a random act... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Happy Valentine’s Day!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: The only other day that beats Valentine’s Day in the sale of flowers is Mother’s Day. Monday is National Random Acts of Kindness Day! See if you can think of something to do to surprise someone with a random act of... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that thirty-six million heart shaped boxes of chocolate are sold each year for Valentine’s Day? Today is known at National Giving Hearts Day! Big hearts give big on National Giving Hearts Day! On the second Thursday in February each... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that approximately one billion Valentine’s Day cards are sent worldwide each year? Joke of the Day: Q: What is the worst kind of flower to receive on Valentine’s Day? A: Cauliflower Would you like to... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that in 1902 NECCO made the first Valentine Conversation Hearts Candy? Always observed on February 11th, National Make A Friend Day is a fantastic opportunity to meet someone new and make a new friendship. Friends serve a vital role in... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, Feb. 10, 2020 Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that in one day your heart beats 100,000 times? Today is National Umbrella Day. On this day, we honor one of the world’s most useful inventions, the umbrella! Not only does the umbrella help keep us dry from the rain, but it also protects... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that in 1998 Snowboarding became an Olympic sport? We’d like to give a BIG shout-out to our school Guidance Counselor, Miss Crall today! National School Counseling Week was this past week and recognizes the vital roles school counselors play in the lives of students across the country. Each... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that according to a study developed for National Geographic in 2011, the world's "most typical" person is right-handed, makes less than $12,000 per year, has a mobile phone, and doesn't have a bank account. Just a thought for you to see how “typical” you may be as you get older. Today is... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact from yesterday: Did you figure out how many sets of twins we have here at COU? If you guessed 7 sets of twins you were right!!! We have 8th graders: Kane & Camryn, 7th graders: Noah & Lily, 6th graders: Gabby & Sam Rodriguez, 4th graders: Bralynn & Brinkly, 1st grader and Kindergartner: Angel & Ketasasha and... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that in the 2018 Winter Olympics there was a record-breaking 92 countries that competed? How many countries do you think will compete in the 2020 Summer Olympics this year? Today is National Weatherperson’s Day. Thank you to all the weather people out there that tell us what to expect each... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that there are 4 babies born every second in this world? Every second, we welcome four new babies into our overall population. Do a little math and you'll find out that means there are approximately 250 births each minute, 15,000 each hour, and 360,000 each day. In a full year, there are... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that there are only three countries in the world that don't use the metric system. The United States is one of those 3 countries. Today is known as National Puzzle Day. Studies have found that when we work on a jigsaw puzzle, we use both sides of the brain. And spending time daily... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that there is a place in New Zealand that is 85 letters long in length. I’m not about to pronounce it, but if you want to try it, here it is…. Get your pencils ready…it’s spelled “Taumatawhakatangihanga-koauauotamateaturipukakapikimaung-ahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu”, New... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that there are only 2 places in the entire world where you could NEVER buy a Coca-Cola? One is in North Korea and the other is in Cuba. Today is known as National Fun at Work Day. Many people spend a good portion of their lives at work, so why should they not try to enjoy it? While... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Have you ever heard someone say there are no 2 snowflakes exactly alike? Well, that might not be necessarily true. There’s at least one instance of identical snowflakes in the record books. In 1988, two snowflakes collected from a Wisconsin storm were confirmed to be twins at an atmospheric research... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that WET SNOW IS BEST FOR SNOWMAN-BUILDING, ACCORDING TO SCIENCE. Physics confirms what you’ve likely known since childhood: Snow on the wet or moist side is best for building your own backyard Frosty. One scientist pegs the perfect snow-to-water ratio at 5:1. Today is known as National... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that CITIES ARE FORCED TO DISPOSE OF SNOW IN CREATIVE WAYS? When snow piles up too high for cities to manage, it’s usually hauled away to parking lots or other wide-open spaces where it can sit until the weather warms up. During particularly snowy seasons, cities are sometimes forced to dump... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that the Earth is closest to the sun in the winter? Every January (the start of the winter season in the northern hemisphere) the Earth reaches the point in its orbit that’s nearest to the Sun. Despite some common misconceptions, the seasonal drop in temperature has nothing to do with the... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that it doesn’t take long for the temperature to drop in the winter? Don’t take mild conditions in the middle of January as an excuse to leave home without a jacket. In Rapid City, South Dakota on January 10, 1911, the day started out at a pleasant 55°, then over the course of 15 minutes a... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that it sometimes snows where you least expect it? You wouldn’t be surprised to see snow in the Midwest, right? But did you know that it has actually snowed in the Sahara Desert and in Hawaii before? Even the driest place on Earth, the Atacama Desert in Chile received nearly 32 inches of... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Interesting Fact of the Day: Did you know that people have been drinking hot chocolate since the 1500’s? Today is known as National Bobblehead Day. Each year on January 7th, National Bobblehead Day recognizes a day of celebration for all spring-connected head bobbing figurines. For over 100 years, bobbleheads have... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Welcome Back! We hope you enjoyed your Christmas Holiday Break and are ready to see what the New Year has in store for you! Did you know that the first calendar ever created only had 10 months, January and February were added later to account for the 60 days that were left over. Since December was originally that 10th month... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, Dec. 12th Good Morning Bobcats!!! The 5th grade is "Hanging their stockings with care" in hopes to help others in need out there! Everyone is welcome to donate hats, gloves, scarves, and socks of any and all sizes by hanging them on the 5th grade tree. Because they will be donated, we ask that the items be new. We are also... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Wednesday, Dec. 11th Good Morning Bobcats!!! The 5th grade is "Hanging their stockings with care" in hopes to help others in need out there! Everyone is welcome to donate hats, gloves, scarves, and socks of any and all sizes by hanging them on the 5th grade tree. Because they will be donated, we ask that the items be new. We are... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, Dec. 10th Good Morning Bobcats!!! The 5th grade is "Hanging their stockings with care" in hopes to help others in need out there! Everyone is welcome to donate hats, gloves, scarves, and socks of any and all sizes by hanging them on the 5th grade tree. Because they will be donated, we ask that the items be new. We are also... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, Dec. 9th Good Morning Bobcats!!! The 5th grade is "Hanging their stockings with care" in hopes to help others in need out there! Everyone is welcome to donate hats, gloves, scarves, and socks of any and all sizes by hanging them on the 5th grade tree. Because they will be donated, we ask that the items be new. We are also... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, Dec. 5th Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that tinsel was invented in 1610 in Germany and was once made of real silver? Today is known as National Bathtub Party Day! The holiday season has started and this can be a stressful time of year. Think about skipping your ordinary shower... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, Dec. 3rd Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the custom of an indoor Christmas tree began in Germany? Today is known as the National Day of Giving. This day reminds us to give to those less fortunate. Whether we look to our favorite causes or charities, it’s a great reminder to... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that if you sneeze too hard you could fracture a rib? Today is known as Cyber Monday. It is the Internet’s answer to Black Friday deals. The official observance takes place the Monday after Thanksgiving. Today is also known as National Special Education Day. On December 2nd,... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, Nov. 26th Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the harvest feast of 1621 that the Pilgrims and Indians celebrated lasted 3 whole days? Today is the last day to enter the Bobcat Baby contest. See if you can correctly match the Bobcat babies faces to their names. A Thanksgiving... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Monday, Nov. 25th Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the Mayflower was a little over 100 feet long? Tomorrow is the last day to enter the Bobcat Baby contest. See if you can correctly match the Bobcat babies faces to their names. A Thanksgiving goodie bag awaits the winner! Good... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, Nov. 21st Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the Pilgrims journey to the New World took 65 days? Today is National Gingerbread Cookie Day! It encourages us to grab the rolling pin and cookie cutters. The baking will warm the home and decorating will inspire us to design tasty cookies... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Wednesday, Nov. 20th Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that Benjamin Franklin suggested the turkey as the official United States bird? Today honors a long list of professionals who keep schools running smoothly. They include all secretaries, classroom aides, cafeteria workers, maintenance workers,... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Tuesday, Nov. 19th Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that only male turkeys gobble? Whoever said that women talk too much? Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Mountain Dew, Dr. Pepper, and the list could go on and on…Today is known as National Carbonated beverage with caffeine day. Take a break later today... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that Americans consume 17 billion quarts of popped popcorn each year? M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E….What’s that spell? Mickey Mouse!!! Did you know that today is Mickey Mouse’s Birthday? On November 18, 1928, Mickey’s star was born. He would be 91 years old today! Student Council... READ MORE >

Morning Announcements: Thursday, Nov. 14th Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that there are 300 bones in a kid’s body, but only 206 bones in a grown-up’s body? Ask your teacher why this is if you don’t already know! Another interesting fact: Did you know that each year in the United States, 5,200,000 pounds of... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the longest one-syllable words in the English language have nine letters. See if you can think of one. Today is known as WORLD KINDNESS DAY. We want to share it more than usual because studies show that when others observe kindness in action they are more likely to carry out an... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that World War I ended on November 11, 1918 at 11 o’clock? Today is known as Veterans Day. Today we honor all military veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. Please join us today at 9:30 in the gym for a program honoring our military veterans. Great job to... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the blue whale makes the loudest sound of any animal – it can be heard as far as 500 miles away! Today is known as National S.T.E.M./S.T.E.A.M. Day. The day inspires kids to explore and pursue their interests in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Thank you to... READ MORE >

COU Vetern's Day Program will be on Tuesday November 12, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. READ MORE >

COU WILL BE 2 HOURS LATE NOV. 11, 2019 DUE TO WEATHER READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that penguins are the only birds that can swim but not fly? If you have red hair then today is your day! Today is known as National Love your Red Hair Day. Celebrate being a redhead because only 2% of the population falls into this category! Today is also known as National Doughnut... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that most people close their eyes when they sneeze? Pay attention and watch the next time someone sneezes. Today is known as National Candy Day! As if you didn’t get enough on Halloween, see if you can get a little bit more today! Joke of the Day: Our first joke today... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the world’s largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 2,624.6 pounds! Holy cow! Now that’s definitely ONE BIG pumpkin!!! Today is known as National Caramel Apple Day and National KNOCK-KNOCK joke Day! So here are some Halloween Knock-knock jokes just for you! ... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that according to Guinness World Records, the highest number of lit jack o'lanterns on display is 30,581 by a city in New Hampshire in 2013. Now that's a whole lot of pumpkins! Today is known as National Candy Corn Day! This sweet treat was made way back in the late 1800’s and adults and... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that candy corn was originally called chicken feed? MEOW! Today is a PURRfect day to give special attention to all feline friends because it’s National Cat Day! Joke of the Day: Our first joke today comes from an anonymous writer. Q: Why did Mrs. Stallons bring a goldfish to... READ MORE >

Our School fundraiser cookie dough order will be here tomorrow October 30th!!! Please make arrangements to pick up your orders after school tomorrow or by the end of parent teacher conferences that night. Contact the office for arrangements or find Mr. Staley/Mr. Eggeling during conferences. Thank you,Mr. StaleyDean of Students READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that a boa constrictor’s hiss can be heard up to 100 feet away?! Snickers, Reese’s, Hershey’s, Kit Kat, Hershey’s kisses, chocolate chips…what do all of these have in common? Chocolate!!! Today is known as National Chocolate Day!!! Eat it in a candy bar, a pie, a cookie, a cake, or... READ MORE >

The CO-U JH Girls will begin practice on Monday October 28th. We will be practicing in the CO gym from 3:30-4:40 each weekday, except on Wednesdays. There will be a bus that will arrive at the school in CO around 4:45. The bus will drop students off in Ute at the old School and in Soldier at the Speedy Stop. The girls will be expected to bring shorts and gym... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that Hawaii is moving toward Japan at a rate of 4 inches per year? Do the research and see what’s going on! Today is known as National iPod Day. Apple first introduced the iPod on Oct. 23, 2001. The iPod changed the way we listened to and purchased music. Believe it or not, the first iPod... READ MORE >

2019 JH Boys Basketball The CO-U JH Boys will be beginning practice on the October 24th. We will be practicing in the CO gym from 3:30-4:40 every weekday, except on Wednesdays. The bus that will take the students home will arrive at the school in CO at 4:45. It will drop students off in Ute at the old School and in Soldier at the Speedy Stop. The boys will... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the fastest dog, the greyhound, can run at speeds as fast as 45 mph? Pasta lovers will be especially happy today because it’s National Pasta Day! Go and eat your noodles! Don’t forget this week, Oct. 14-18th, is known as National School Lunch Week. Please be sure to thank... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that astronauts have measured up to 2 inches taller after returning from space. So if you want to be taller, I guess you should plan a trip to the moon! This week, Oct. 14-18th, is known as National School Lunch Week. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy created National School Lunch Week as a... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that Americans eat about 350 slices of pizza each second? Joke of the Day: Our first joke today comes from Andres L, a 2nd grader. Q: What falls but doesn’t hit the ground? A: The temperature! Hahaha, good one, Andres! Our second joke of the day comes from LeAsia... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that Americans eat about 350 slices of pizza each second? Joke of the Day: Our first joke today comes from Andres L, a 2nd grader. Q: What falls but doesn’t hit the ground? A: The temperature! Hahaha, good one, Andres! Our second joke of the day comes from LeAsia... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that leatherback sea turtles weigh up to 2,000 pounds? Today is known as National Bring Your Teddy Bear to School Day! Hope you all brought along your favorite bear so they can see what school is all about! Joke of the Day: Our first joke today comes from Keara Schofield, 6th... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that sound travels four times faster in water than in air? Today is known as National Fluffernutter Day! Does anyone know what a fluffernutter is? Try a little bit of peanut butter and mix in a little marshmallow crème and you have yourself a fluffernutter! Try one after school tonight and... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that there are NO English words that rhyme with purple? This is Fire Prevention Week. In a typical home fire, you may have as little as one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Escape planning and practice can help you make the most of the time you have, giving everyone... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that Americans buy about 20 million pounds of candy corn every year? I bet this is the month they buy the most! Today is known as World Smile Day! Each year on the first Friday in October, World Smile Day devotes a day to smiles and spreading random acts of kindness. If someone... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that a pumpkin is actually a fruit and not a vegetable? Today is National Techies Day. Could you make it through a day without your phone or without your T.V. or without a microwave? Think of all the things you might not be able to live without due to technology. Thank goodness for... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that a newborn baby blue whale can measure up to 20 to 26 feet in length and weighs up to 6,614 lbs? That’s HUGE!!!! Today is National Chewing Gum Day! Come on teachers, give your students a piece of gum today and let them chew away! Joke of the Day: Our first joke today comes... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that in your lifetime you’ll shed over 40 pounds of skin? WOW, amazing! Today is National Chocolate Milk Day! Don’t forget to drink a carton at lunch today. Joke of the Day: Our jokes today come from 4th Grader, Jayden French. Her first joke says… Q: What do... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that a giraffe can be nearly 80 inches tall at birth? Convert that into feet and that’s over 6 feet tall! Some adults never even get that tall in a lifetime! Joke of the Day: Our joke of the day comes from Miss Paula Harris, the 4th grade associate. Q: How does a farmer count his... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that the human tongue has about 10,000 taste buds! Joke of the Day: Our joke of the day comes from Caralyn Henschen in 8th grade. Q: What do you call a mountain of kittens? A: A MEOW-tain Ha ha ha, good one Caralyn! The COU Student Council wants to hear your jokes! If you... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that your eyes are the same size that they were from birth, but your nose and ears never stop growing?! Joke of the Day: Our first joke today comes from our Music Teacher, Mrs. Stallons. Q: Why did the football coach go to the bank? A: To get his quarter back! Good one, Mrs.... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Fact of the Day: Did you know that in 1878 the first phone book was published and it had only 50 names in it! Joke of the Day: Why did the student eat his homework? Because his teacher told him it was a piece of cake! The COU Student Council wants to hear your jokes! If you have a funny joke or riddle and would like... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! It’s the AristoCATS Day, otherwise known as BOBCAT DAY! Hopefully you’re all decked out in Bobcat Gear today! Remember, there’s bonus points for cat ears today, too! Student Council Members will be around to take your pictures & Mya will pick up your slips. The race is on for the class that accumulates the most points... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today we celebrate Inside Out Day and all the colors of our emotions. Student Council members will be coming around during 1st period today to take pictures of our school rainbow. Teachers are reminded to mark down all the students in their classroom who dressed up. Mya Goslar will be coming around to pick up your class rosters... READ MORE >

Today we celebrate Monsters, Inc. Day. How many different monsters are roaming the halls of COU today? Student Council members will be coming around during 1st period today to take pictures of all the monsters. Teachers are reminded to mark down all the students in their classroom who dressed up. Mya Goslar will be coming around to pick up your class rosters at... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! This is Homecoming Week! The COU Student Council has planned many fantastic dress up days for you to get in the spirit of Homecoming. Today we celebrate Snow White and the 7 Dwarves. Student Council members will be coming around during 1st period today to take pictures of all the dwarves and possibly Snow White herself! Teachers are... READ MORE >

The MVAO-COU homecoming parade will take place on Wednesday September 11, 2019 at 1:30 in Mapleton. If you can support our students during homecoming that would be great. The game is on Friday. READ MORE >

On Sunday, the MVAO-COU High School will be having coronation, a BBQ, and games to participate in. Join in the fun and support the High School! READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Next week is Homecoming Week. Disney is our theme for the week. The class that has the highest percentage of students who dress up throughout the week will receive a super COOL surprise! Monday is Snow White and the 7 Dwarves. Pick a dwarf and dress like one of them. Sneezy, Sleepy, Doc, Bashful, Happy, Grumpy, or Dopey. If any... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Homecoming will be September 9th-13th so be ready for some super cool Dress Up Days! Our theme is Disney. Hakuna Matata…No worries, we smell a VICTORY in the air! The class that has the highest participation of dressing up throughout the week will receive a super COOL surprise! Monday is Snow White and the 7... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Today is Picture Day! You will all get your picture taken today for our school yearbook this morning, so bring on your best smile! Remember, today is the LAST day to turn in your Homecoming T-shirt order forms. ALL orders MUST be turned in today. Homecoming will be September 9th-13th so be ready for some super cool Dress... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!! Picture Day is fast approaching. School pictures will be taken on Wednesday, September 4th. Don’t forget to wear your smile! Orders for Homecoming shirts are now being taken. Order forms are in the office if you still need to pick one up. Get your shirt ordered in your class color to wear on Inside Out Day,... READ MORE >

Good Morning Bobcats!!Remember, this is Labor Day weekend, so there will be NO School on Monday, Sept. 2nd !!Enjoy your 3 day weekend!!Breakfast for tomorrow is French Toast Sticks, SmokiesLunch is Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Wedges, Pears READ MORE >

Here is our the website to look at the new company we are doing school pictures with. It will be done entirely online and you will be able to have the pictures delivered directly to you. Check it out! https://www.jostens.com/jostenspix/index.htmlIt will take place on September 4, 2019! Forms will be coming home with kids as well! READ MORE >