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Today is known as National Solitaire Day. This card game has been around for more than 200 years. If you have nothing better to do today, whip out a deck of cards or see if your teachers will give you the chance to play one game of solitaire today on your computers!
Joke of the Day: Q. What did the student say when...
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Please avoid printing to the elementary printer today. Renee is working on awards.
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Breakfast for Wednesday is Biscuits & Gravy, fruit, juice Lunch is Pizza, Corn, Romaine Salad. Strawberry Shortcake, milk
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Today is known as National Graduation Tassel Day. Across the country, May 17 marks the annual parade of academic achievement. National Graduation Tassel Day celebrates the accomplishments of every graduate! Auditoriums will be filled with proud family and friends excited to witness the commencement ceremonies of high schools,...
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Today is known as National Do Something Good for your Neighbor Day. Our neighbor’s are precious, and it is important to show them gratitude at every opportunity. This day is a reminder that we are all neighbors, and that we should treat each other with love and respect.
Joke of the Day: Q: Why didn’t the school...
Today is known as National Dance Like a Chicken Day. The "Chicken Dance" originated in the 1950's but didn't get to the United States until the 1970's. When you get home tonight turn on the "Chicken Dance" and do a little dancing!
Joke of the Day: Q: What vegetables to librarians like?
A: Quiet peas.
Thursday will be our last...
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Last Day for Reading Buddies will be Thursday, May 16th.
Today is known as National Apple Pie Day. Did you know that apple pie is America's favorite dessert? Go home tonight and see if you can convince your mom or grandma to bake an apple pie!
Joke of the Day: Q. Why was Mrs. Stallons not able to open...
Today is the last day to order t-shirts!
Today is known as National Clean Up Your Room Day! National Clean Up Your Room Day isn’t just for kids to clean their rooms. It is about picking up, straightening up and cleaning up. It is a day to do some serious spring cleaning and make your surroundings more pleasant.
Don't forget that Sunday is...
Today is known as National Sleepover Day. Plan a day to spend with your best friend and do all the things best friends do!
Joke of the Day: Q: Where do sheep go for summer vacation? The Baa-hamas
Do you want to be a part of a FUN group that's full of leadership and community service? Well then, here's your chance! If you are in 5th,...
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Did you ride your bike to school today? If you did, good for you! It's National Ride your Bike to School Day!
Recycling will be picked up this morning by Student Council members: Jenna Hanson & Kylie Bohm.
Joke of the Day: What did the mother rope say to her child? A: Don't be knotty!
Do you...
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Today is National Teacher Appreciation Day! Please remember to THANK all your teachers for everything they've taught you this year and for everything they do for you every day! Also, remember the other people in our school, the secretaries, the aides, the janitors and the cooks as these people do a lot to take care of you as...
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This week is National Teacher Appreciation Week! Please remember to say THANK YOU to all your teachers for everything they've taught you this year and for everything they do for you every day! Also, remember the other people in our school, the secretaries, the aides, the janitors and the cooks as these people do a lot to take...
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Today is National School Lunch Hero Day! Take some time to make a card for Becky and Diane today. Decorate a banner telling them all the ways they are super lunch heroes! And especially remember to thank them for all the good food they make for you each day!
Joke of the Day: Q: What did the mother bullet say to the...
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Tomorrow is National School Lunch Hero Day! Make a card or bring a flower for Becky and Diane. Decorate a banner telling them all the ways they are super lunch heroes! And especially remember to thank them for all they do for you each day.
Congratulations to Greyson Bohm who was the winner in Mr. Eggeling's...
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Did you know that today is known as National Honesty Day? Celebrate National Honesty Day by answering questions truthfully all day long.
Joke of the Day: A teacher was having trouble teaching math to one little boy. So she said, "if you reached in your right pocket and found a nickel, and you reached in your left...
Did you know that today is known as National Honesty Day? Celebrate National Honesty Day by answering questions truthfully all day long.
Joke of the Day: A teacher was having trouble teaching math to one little boy. So she said, "if you reached in your right pocket and found a nickel, and you reached in your left pocket and found another one,...
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Did you know that today is known as National Zipper Day! Just how many zippers will you zip up or down today?
Joke of the Day: One day the teacher said to her naughty student, "Didn't I tell you to stand at the end of the line?" The student replied, "I tried but there was someone already there!"
The Spring Book Fair...
Did you know that today is known as National Arbor Day? Arbor Day is a holiday in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant and care for trees.
Joke of the Day: One day Mr. Morley asked his science class what the formula for water was. The class replied, "H I J K L M N O". Mr. Morley asked politely, "What are you talking about?" The class...
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Did you know that today is known as National take your children to work day? How many of you convinced your parents last night to take you along to their workplace so you could see what it is that they do all day?
Joke of the Day: Q: What did the mouse say to the other mouse when it tried to steal the cheese? ...
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Did you know that today is known as National Secretary's Day!! We'd like to say a special THANK YOU to Renee, Kim, and Cathy for all the work they do for us here at COU! Thanks ladies! You are very much appreciated!
Tomorrow is known as National take your children to work day. Check with your parents tonight and see...
Did you know that today is known as National Picnic Day? Try to convince your teacher or parents that it would be a great day to eat outside!
Joke of the Day: Q. What do you call a rabbit with flees? A. Bugs Bunny
There will be a STUDENT COUNCIL meeting tonight after school from 4:45 - 5:30. If you'd like to stay after school until 4:45...
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Did you know that today is known as National High Five Day? That's right! This is a fun day where you can “High Five” everyone that you see.
Joke of the Day:
Q: Did you hear about the lady whose house was infested with Easter eggs?
A: She had to call an eggs-terminator!
There will be a STUDENT...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that a giraffe can clean its ears with its 21 inch long tongue? I'm sure glad we have short tongues!
Joke of the Day: Q: How does the Easter Bunny stay in shape?
A: He likes to "EGGS"ercise!
THE Spring Book Fair is coming to our school! Get ready to check...
Did you know that today is known as National Wear your pajamas to work day? That's right, the day after taxes are due in the United States; it is time to let go of the stress and wear your pajamas to work. What some people are calling “the best holiday of the year,” this day was created as a fun holiday.
Joke of the Day: Q: What did the Easter Bunny say...
Today is National Titanic Remembrance Day. This day is dedicated to the memory of when the Titanic sank into the icy waters of the North Atlantic Ocean in April 1912. We remember the more than 1,500 people who died that day. Known as the “the unsinkable ship,” the Titanic hit an iceberg at 11:40 pm April 14, 1912, on her maiden voyage from England to New York...
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National Siblings Day is observed on April 10. It is a day created to honor our brothers and our sisters. Siblings. They are sometimes our best friends or our worst enemies. At times, siblings will provide us with our biggest competition, strongest encouragement and remind us of our most embarrassing moments.
...
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National Name Yourself Day is observed each year on April 9. To celebrate, you are allowed to give yourself a new name for one day. If you have ever wondered what it would be like to have a different name, this would be the day to find out. If you like your name and do not want to play along, you can try a nickname...
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Each year on April 8, National Zoo Lovers Day is observed. This would be a perfect day to visit a zoo and be one of the millions of people who visit them each year. Enjoy seeing your favorite animals swinging from the trees or splashing in the water and have a fun-filled day.
Joke of the Day: A teacher asked her...
April 5th recognizes a food holiday that pizza lovers all across the country will enjoy. It is National Deep Dish Pizza Day.
Joke of the Day: One day the Teacher asked her class which month had 28 days? The students replied, "Every month does, Jan. 28th, Feb. 28th, March 28th, etc..."
Today is our last Fantastic Friday for...
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April 4th is National School Librarian Day. It is set aside to honor all school librarians. School librarians spend long hours keeping the library organized, helping our children find the resources they need to keep learning and are dedicated to creating an environment they can learn every day of the year. Be sure to thank...
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The first Wednesday in April is National Walking Day. The American Heart Association sponsors this day to remind people about the health benefits of taking a walk. Wear your sneakers (or take them with you) to work or school, and at some point in the day, you are encouraged to take a 30-minute walk.
Joke of...
Did you know that National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day is celebrated annually on April 2nd? This food holiday is a classic favorite of many. The average American will have eaten over 2,000 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches by the time they graduate from high school.
Joke of the Day: Q: Why was everyone so tired on April 1st?…
A:...
Observed each year on March 28th, National Something on a Stick Day is a food holiday that lets you use your creative talents. Once you get started, the possibilities are endless. Foods that come on a stick are fun and easy to eat. Visit a State Fair some summer and see how many foods come on a stick!
Joke of the Day: Q: Why did Mrs. Stallons, our...
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Today is known as National Scribble Day. Diane Alber, author of I’m NOT Just a Scribble, founded National Scribble Day in 2019 to share a message of kindness and acceptance and to encourage children to create art no matter their ability. Each of us starts out as a little colorful, wrinkled up human being with eyes, nose...
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National Spinach Day is observed annually on March 26th. Not only are there so many delicious ways that you can enjoy spinach, but it is also incredibly good for you! It is
· One of the best sources of iron.
· An excellent source of calcium, folic acid, fiber, protein, calcium and vitamins A, C and...
Joke of the Day: Q: What bow can't be tied?
A: A rainbow!
Fact of the Day: Did you know that skunks can shoot their bad-smelling spray about 7 to 10 feet. That's right! Be sure to stay clear of any and all skunks!
Remember that this Friday we will have another Fantastic Friday to raise money for Myles Mohr. It will still be a...
Today is known as National Puppy Day! This day was created to celebrate the magic and unconditional love that puppies bring to our lives. National Puppy Day is also a day to bring awareness to the need for care of and homes for orphaned pups.
Joke of the Day: Q: What do you call a rabbit who has fleas?
A: Bugs Bunny
Fact of the Day: ...
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Happy 2nd Day of Spring! Yesterday was officially the first day of Spring in 2019! Warmer weather is on its way!
Joke of the Day: How excited was the gardener about spring? So excited he wet his plants.
Did you know that vanilla is the most popular ice cream flavor in America? How about you? What's...
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Happy 1st Day of Spring! Today is officially the first day of Spring in 2019! Warmer weather is on its way!
Joke of the Day: How excited was the gardener about spring? So excited he wet his plants.
Did you know that vanilla is the most popular ice cream flavor in America? How about you? What's your...
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Please try to have your recycling set out today at 3:15. Abbey & Taryn will be around at Home Room to pick it up. We had to move to Tuesdays so we don't miss the truck on Wednesday mornings. Thanks for your cooperation!
Today is National LET'S LAUGH DAY !!! It's all about making people laugh today so here are 5...
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Please try to have your recycling set out by Tuesday at 3:15. Abbey & Taryn will be around at Home Room tomorrow to pick it up. We had to move to Tuesdays so we don't miss the truck on Wednesday mornings. Thanks for your cooperation!
Loosemeats, Sloppy Joes, Maidrites, Taverns, whatever you may call them, today is...
Joke of the Day: Q: What do you call a bear with no teeth?
A: A gummy bear!
Fact of the Day: Have you ever wondered why we give our teachers an apple? The tradition goes back to 16th century Denmark, where teachers didn’t earn enough for food so parents would send their children to school with an apple for them.
Thank you to...
Today is known as National Pi Day. The 3rd month and the 14th day of the year is a consistent day to celebrate the mathematical constant π. (known as pi) the first three and most recognized digits are 3.14. National Pi Day is celebrated by pi enthusiasts and pie lovers alike! Whether it's apple, cherry, peach, pumpkin, banana cream, or coconut cream!, go...
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National Open an Umbrella Indoors Day is observed annually on March 13th. One often wonders how superstitions are passed on from one generation to the next. There is an old superstition about opening your umbrella indoors and that it would bring you bad luck. National Open an Umbrella Indoors Day encourages you to do just that and...
Today is known as National Pancake Day! From 7 AM to 7 PM, IHOP is offering one free short stack of their Original Buttermilk Pancakes. Donate to help children battling critical illnesses. Each year since 2006, IHOP National Pancake Day has raised nearly $30 million. What a great cause, IHOP!
And, did you know...In 2 days we will be celebrating...
Today is known as National Napping Day. That's right, after moving your clocks forward this weekend, the only thing people want to do is get more sleep. But don't do it here at school, wait until you get home.
Joke of the Day: Why are diapers like 100 dollar bills?… They need to be changed.
Fact of the Day: Did you know...
Today is known as International Women’s Day. It is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Dream big, girls of COU. YOU can be anything you want to be!
Joke of the Day: How is a best friend like a 4-leaf clover?…. Because they are hard to find and lucky to have.
Fact of...
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Do
you remember mornings when you were eating a bowl of cereal, reading
the back of the box and trying to find the toy inside the box? Get your
bowl and your spoon ready for today is National Cereal Day. Since the end of the 19th century, cereal has become America’s most popular breakfast food. Now,
not only is cereal eaten for...
Grab a glass of milk and a handful of Oreos to enjoy as today is known as National Oreo Cookie Day.
Today is also Ash Wednesday. It is officially 46 days until Easter.
Joke of the Day: What is a robot’s favorite snack?… Computer chips!
Fact of the Day: Did you know that a woodpecker can peck 20 times a second?
...
Lunch today: Crispitio, Cheese Sauce, Corn, Lettuce Salad, Mandarin Oranges
Breakfast for tomorrow is Scrambled Eggs, Muffin and lunch is Fish sticks, Sweet Potato Fries, Peas, Peaches
Today is known as Mardi Gras Day or Fat Tuesday! It is the most popular time to visit New Orleans and always falls on the day before Ash Wednesday or the first day of Lent.
...
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We hope you enjoyed our Read Across America Week last week and are looking forward to a more normal week this week. Thank you to all the Student Council kids who made cupcakes and made the day on Friday even sweeter!
Joke of the Day:
What did March say to all the madness?… What’s all that bracket?
Did you...
In an effort to make-up lost instructional time and to avoid going to school after Memorial Day and possibly into June, Charter Oak Ute CSD will be adjusting the school calendar to make-up time lost to snow days.
Starting this Wednesday, March 6th we will no longer be having late starts. School will start at the regular time on all Wednesdays the rest...
Welcome to our final day of Read Across America Week! Today is our BIG CELEBRATION DAY! Junior High students will report to their 1st period Home Room classroom for attendance and then you will be allowed to meet up with your elementary class for the remainder of the day. There are class lists posted on 2nd and 1st floor letting you know what classroom you are...
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Calling all 7th and 8th grade students interested in being on the Bobcat Track and Field team this spring! We will have a short informational meeting on Friday, March 1st at the end of the day. We’ll meet in the gym after the Dr. Suess activities are over. Plan to sign up and get ready for an awesome season!
Welcome to our 3rd...
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Welcome to Read Across America Week!
Today is CRAZY SOCK DAY!
Bricks and Blocks on your Socks?
Ticks and Tocks on Your Socks?
Dots and Spots on Your Socks?
Just don't hide them in a box says Mr. Fox!
Show them off for all to see, for everyone and even me!
Student Council Members will be...
There will be no school at COU and MVAO on Monday February 25th. The vocal concert for tomorrow night is also postponed.
Charter Oak-Ute will return to regular bus Routes in the morning February 14th.
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There will be No KIDS Club today. Pancake Supper @ the Methodist Church
Please remember to set out your recycling this morning and Halynn and Liliana will be around to pick it up today. Thanks!
Fact of the Day: Did you know that yesterday in 1809, Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States was...
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There will be no Student Council meeting today.
Fact of the Day: Today is known as National Periodic Table Day. To impress Mr. Morley today, see how many of the 118 elements you can name for him.
Today is also known as
NATIONAL SEND A CARD TO A FRIEND DAY. We often think about our friends. We wonder how they...
Fact of the Day: Today is known as National Frozen Yogurt Day. It may be cold outside but find some time to enjoy a bowl of frozen yogurt today!
Joke of the Day: Why did the tomato turn red?….It saw the salad dressing!
There will be a short Student Council meeting on Thursday at 3:15 during Home Room. Please dismiss students from...
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Fact of the Day: Today is known as National Weatherperson's Day. The weather people work hard to accurately forecast and report the always changing, and often unpredictable, weather. Be thankful that we have these people!
Joke of the Day: What did the light bulb say to the switch?¦ You turn me on.
...
Joke of the Day:
1. What did the Valentine’s Day card say to the stamp?… Stick with me and you’ll go places!
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Lunch today – Chili, crackers, Cinnamon Roll, Cheese Stick and Applesauce
Breakfast for Tuesday – French Toast Sticks, Little Smokies and lunch is Corn Dog, Green Beans, Fries,...
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Did you remember to wear red today? Today is known as
NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY.
National Wear Red Day is observed annually on the first Friday in February. Heart disease and stroke kill one in three women. These diseases are 80 percent preventable according to Go Red for Women’s official website.
Tomorrow is Groundhog's...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that today is known as:
YAD DRAWKCAB LANOITAN or as we call it: National Backward Day!
January 31st honors everything backward. National Backward Day is an opportunity to reverse our ways, our direction or simply our shirt. Dessert for breakfast, or breakfast for supper, perhaps? There are...
Due to the extreme wind chill forecast, Charter Oak-Ute will not have school on Wednesday January 30th and will also have a two hour late start on Thursday January 31st.
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that today is National Corn Chip Day AND National Puzzle Day? See if you can put a puzzle together today while eating a bag of corn chips!
Joke of the Day: Q: What Valentine’s Day candy is only for girls?
A: HER-SHE’s Kisses.
There will be a Student Council...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that it was the Native Americans that invented snowshoes?
Joke of the Day: What is a groundhog’s favorite book?… Holes
There will be a Yearbook Meeting tonight, starting at Home Room time, 3:15, in Mr. Wood's room. Our goal is to get all the layouts onto your pages...
Fact of the Day: Did you know that there is a town in Arizona named Why? Don't ask me why, there just is.
Joke of the Day: What did the football say to the punter?… “I get a kick out of you.”
The Student Council meeting will now be held on Tuesday, Jan. 29th starting at 3:30 PM in Mr. Wood's room.
There will be...
Charter Oak-Ute will have school on March 1st instead of the originally scheduled in-service day. This is to make-up the day of school missed due to the weather on January 22nd.
Fact of the Day: Did you know that ants live for only 45 to 60 days? Next time you want to step on them, think again, they live such a short life anyway.
Joke of the Day: Q: Why did the NFL football player go to the bank?… A: To get his quarter back.
The Student Council meeting will now be held on Tuesday, Jan. 29th...
Fact of the Day: Did you know that Olympic bobsled racers can reach a speed of 80 miles per hour?
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We remember Martin Luther King Jr. as a civil rights activist in the 1950s and 1960s. He led non-violent protests to fight for the rights of all people including African Americans. He hoped that America and the world could...
Fact of the Day: Did you know that the Native Americans invented the toboggan? If you happen to have a toboggan this might be a good weekend to try it out!
Joke of the Day: Q: What did our janitor, Jaci Seils, say as she was coming out of the closet? A: Supplies!!!!
Reminder: There will be a Student Council meeting next...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that a female kangaroo is called a flyer?
Joke of the Day: Q: What do you call a pig that does karate? A pork chop.
Good luck to the COU Lady Cats as they play the last basketball game of their season tonight! Bring home a big WIN!!!
There will be a Student...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that on this day in 1938 toothbrushes with nylon bristles were invented? Before that, the bristles were made of animal hair.
Joke of the Day: Why do ducks fly south?… Because it’s too far to walk!
Don't forget to set out your recycling this morning. Koltin &...
Fact of the Day: Did you know that the average person uses 183 gallons of water a day? Now that's a lot of water!
Joke of the Day: What do you give a sick bird?… Tweetment.
Don't forget to set out your recycling this week by Wednesday morning. Koltin & Caralyn have the month of January. Thanks!
There will be a...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that the most often used letters in the alphabet are E, T, A, O, I and N?
Joke of the Day: Why did the little bird get in trouble at school?… Because he was caught tweeting on a test.
Good luck to the Ladycats tonight at their last home basketball game! Let's get a...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that spider silk is stronger than steel?
Today is known as International Thank You Day. See how many people you can tell "thank you" to today!
Joke of the Day: What do you call a sleeping cow?… a bulldozer!
Concession Stand workers for Saturday's...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that there is a town in Oregon named Boring? Yep, Boring, Oregon.
Tomorrow is known as National Thank You Day. See how many people you can tell "thank you" to tomorrow!
Joke of the Day: What do you get when you cross a snowman with a vampire?… Frostbite
...
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Great Job to the COU Lady Cats for their win last night against Schleswig!!
Don't forget to set out your recycling for pickup on Wednesday afternoon. Koltin and Caralyn will be around to pick it up this month.
Lunch today – Lasanga Roll-Up, Cottage Cheese, Romaine/Tomato Salad, Cookie, Pineapple
Breakfast for tomorrow is...
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Fact of the Day: Remember how the first calendar had only 10 months...January and February were added later to account for the 60 days that were left over! Because December was originally the 10th month of the year, its name comes from a word meaning "ten". And October comes from a word meaning "eight" because it was the 8th...
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Welcome back! Today marks the start of our 2nd Semester! We are half-way through the year!
Fact of the Day: Did you know that the first calendar had only 10 months...January and February were added later to account for the 60 days that were left over!
Joke of the Day: Q: What has an eye, but cannot see?...
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Welcome back! Today marks the start of our 2nd Semester! We are half-way through the year!
Fact of the Day: Did you know that the first calendar had only 10 months...January and February were added later to account for the 60 days that were left over!
Joke of the Day: Q: What has an eye, but cannot see?
A: ...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that a snail actually breathes through its foot? Read a book about snails and find out even more about these interesting creatures!
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was: What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids to the North Pole on Christmas Eve?
If you said "The Polar...
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Fact of the Day: Did you that certain types of frogs can survive being frozen through the winter?
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was: What Christmas beverage is also known as “milk punch?”
If you guessed eggnog, you were right!
Today's Trivia: What animated 2004 film is about a train that carries kids...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that Alaska actually has more caribou than people?
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was: Q: What well-known Christmas carol became the first song ever broadcast from space in 1965?
If you guessed "Jingle Bells" you were right!
Today's Trivia: What Christmas beverage is...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that Hershey's Kisses brand chocolate got their name because the machine that makes them looks like it is kissing the conveyor belt. Wow! Interesting fact!
Friday's Trivia of the Day was: Q: In the 1964 classic “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,” what was the name of Rudolph’s faithful...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that emperor penguins can dive as deep as 1,700 feet?
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was: Q: What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
If you answered Coca-Cola you'd be correct!
Today's Trivia: In the 1964...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that the lowest temperature on earth was -135.8 degrees Fahrenheit in Antartica in 2010. Would anyone like to live there???
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was: In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
If you answered...
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Great news! Coraline's MRI showed that her tumor is GONE! She does have some fluid build up on the right side but her doctors say that it's post surgical fluid and it's common. Now don't forget to make Coraline a Christmas card or Get Well card! Tomorrow is the deadline if you want Coraline to receive your card. Please have all...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that the lowest temperature on earth was -135.8 degrees Fahrenheit in Antartica in 2010. Would anyone like to live there???
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was: In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
If you answered...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that a polar bear's paw can measure up to 12 inches across? Now that's some foot! (hahaha)
Friday's Trivia of the Day was:
Q. On this day in 1787 which state became the first state of the United States? Was it: A. New York B. Massachusetts C. Delaware or
D. ...
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Fact of the Day: On this day in 1941 at 7:55 AM nearly 200 Japanese aircraft attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and destroyed most of the United States Pacific Fleet. This day is known as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was:
Q. What “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to...
A required letter concerning the Hot Lunch program is being sent home with students and is also posted to our Website under Documents/Resources.
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that the 100 billionth crayon made by Crayola was called periwinkle blue. WOW! That's a lot of crayons made by Crayola! How many of you have ever used that color before?
Yesterday's Trivia of the Day was:
Q: In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
If...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that Dalmatian puppies are born white with no spots?
Trivia of the Day:
Q: In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life?
The answer will be revealed in tomorrow's announcements.
MaKenna & Camryn will be around first thing this morning to pick up your...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that basketball was first played using a soccer ball and two peach baskets?
Yesterday's trivia question was: Which state became the 21st state of the United States? Was it:. Iowa B. Illinois C. Kansas or D. Indiana
If you answered B. Illinois you were correct! It became our...
Announcements – Dec 3, 2018
Fact of the Day: Did you know that polar bears actually have black skin and clear fur, not white? Interesting fact indeed!
Trivia of the Day: Which state became the 21st state of the United States today? Was it: A. Iowa B. Illinois C. Kansas or D. Indiana
The answer will be revealed in tomorrow's...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that on this day in 2004 Godzilla received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
A young girl from Turin, IA, Coraline Harding, has recently been diagnosed with a brain tumor. We will be collecting handmade cards to send to Coraline to show her how much we care. Please have...
Student Council members, Caralyn, Halynn and Koltin, are sponsoring a Movie Night this Friday, Nov. 30th from 3:30 to 5:30. Admission is only $1 and includes a bag of popcorn. Candy, pop, and cookies will be on sale for $1 as well. Feel free to bring something to cuddle with or lay on. If you are planning on staying after school that day please bring a note for...
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that today in 1789 after a request from both houses of Congress, President George Washington proclaims today as Thanksgiving Day, making it the first United States holiday.
Joke of the Day: Q: What do elves learn in school? A: The elf-abet.
Student Council members,...
Announcements -Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018
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Hola, Bonjour, Sal-ve (Pronounced Salva), Konnichiwa (Pronounced Ko nea chi wa) or HELLO! However you say it, today is known as World Hello Day! Smile at someone today and say hello in a different language!
Fact of the Day: Did you know that in 1789 North Carolina...
Announcements -Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018
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Fact of the Day: A VERY interesting fact today: Did you know that only male turkeys gobble? So the next time you hear a turkey gobble share that fact with someone you know and see if they knew it too!
Today is known as Universal Children's Day. United Nations...
Announcements -Monday, Nov. 19, 2018
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Fact of the Day: Did you know that Americans consume 17 billion quarts of popped popcorn each year!
Joke of the Day: Q: What type of key is the most important at Thanksgiving dinner: A: The tur-key
And on this day in 1863 Abraham Lincoln delivers...
Announcements - Friday, Nov. 16, 2018
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Fact of the Day:: Did you know that in 1907 Oklahoma became the 46th state of the United States. Go Sooners!
Joke of the Day: Q: What always comes at the end of Thanksgiving? A: The letter “g.”
Talent Search will be here on Wednesday, Nov. 21 at 9:00 in...
Announcements -Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018
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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? (Some bones fuse together as you grow.)
Today is known as America Recycles Day! Think twice today before you throw away that piece of paper, or cardboard, or...
Announcements -Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018
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Joke of the Day: Why did the Scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field!
Don't forget to set out your recycling if you want it picked up first thing this morning. This month is Kennedy & Mya who will pick it up during Home Room.
...
Announcements -Monday, Nov. 12, 2018
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Today for lunch is Beef Taco, Refried Beans, Lettuce, Cheese, Salsa, Churro, Applesauce
Breakfast for Tuesday is Cereal, Yogurt and lunch is Hot Ham and Cheese on WG Bun, Baked Beans, Grapes
Announcements -Friday, Nov. 9, 2018
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Veterans Day Program today at 9:30 a.m. in the gym.
Student Council members meet in the gym at 9:10 this morning.
The junior high will present the Magic Golden Apples tonight at 7:00 p.m. here in the Charter Oak gym.
Today for dinner is...
Announcements, Thursday – Nov. 8, 2018
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Dad’s Belgian Waffles – Fund-Raiser for the Veteran’s Honor Flight on November 10, 2018 from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Denison National Guard Armory. Adults $8.00 Children 5 and under Free. All you can eat and carry outs available.
Today for dinner is...
Announcements, Wednesday, Nov. 7,
2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
There will be a Junior High Girls
Basketball Meeting during afternoon Homeroom.
Meet in the gym.
Today for dinner is Popcorn
Chicken, Potatoes, Gravy, Corn, Peaches, WG Roll.
Breakfast for tomorrow is Cheese Omelet and lunch is Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce,
Romaine/Tomato Salad, WG...
Announcements, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice: EVERYBODY
Any 6th grade boys interested in playing basketball sign up in Kim’s office.
Today for dinner is Fish Stick, Hash brown, Graham Cracker Cookie, Pears, Pea
Breakfast for tomorrow is Biscuits and Gravy lunch is...
Announcements, Monday, Nov. 5, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice: All
Any 6th grade boys interested in playing basketball sign up in Kim’s office. For those of you that can make it practice will be 5:30 – 7:00 tonight.
Today for dinner is Weiner Wink, Hash brown, Baked Beans, Mixed Fruit
...
Announcements, Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Reminder: There will be no school on Friday!!
Play practice: All
The winner of the Box Top drawing is Emerson Goslar! Pick up your prize in the office. Make sure to keep bringing in your Box Tops to get entered in the drawing each month.
...
Announcements, Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018
Happy Halloween !!
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Reminder: There will be no school on Friday!!
Play practice: None
Breakfast for tomorrow is Pancake
and sausage and lunch is Walking Taco, Romaine, Cheese, Peaches, Mixed Fruit
Announcements, Monday, Oct. 29, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice:
For lunch today we’re having Chicken and Rice, Mixed Veggies, Pineapple, Pumpkin Bards
Breakfast for tomorrow is Cereal and Yogurt and lunch is Chicken Noodle Soup, Cinnamon Roll, Cheese Stick, Broccoli, Applesauce
Announcements, Friday, Oct. 26, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice: (Oct. 26) – All
Announcements, Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018
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There will be a Yearbook meeting today at 3:15 (Homeroom) in Mrs. Christiansen’s room. This is for all 8th grade students interested in making the memories of the school year.
Play practice:
(Oct. 24) - No Practice
...
Announcements, Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice: (Oct. 23) – All
(Oct. 24) - No Practice
(Oct. 25) - All
(Oct. 26) – All
For lunch today we’re having Corn Dog, Green Beans, Hashbrown, Fresh...
Announcements, Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice:
(Oct. 18) - Scences 7,8,9,10,11
(Oct. 19) – After school at 2:30 until 4:00
Driver’s Ed
(Oct. 18) - No class
(Oct. 19) –Class Time 4:00 –...
The Charter Oak-Ute Community School District has a need for an Elementary Teacher Associate. The starting date is as soon as possible and the application deadline is October 22, 2018.Interested persons should contact Principal Adam Eggeling at 321 Main Street, Charter Oak, Iowa 51439, or by phone at, 712-678-3325 or 712-269-8178.The Charter Oak-Ute Community...
Announcements, Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice:
(Oct. 17) - No Practice
(Oct. 18) - Scences 7,8,9,10,11
(Oct. 19) – All
Driver’s Ed :
(Oct. 17) – Drive Time @ 3:30 Scott and Autumn
...
Announcements, Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice: (Oct. 16) – Scences 1,2,3,4,5,6
(Oct. 17) - No Practice
(Oct. 18) - Scences 7,8,9,10,11
(Oct. 19) – All
Driver’s Ed (Oct. 16) – 4:00 – 6:00
...
Announcements - Monday, Oct. 15, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play Practice (Oct. 15) - For Scenes 7,8,9,10,11 after school.
(Oct. 16) – For Scences 1,2,3,4,5,6
(Oct. 17) No Practice
Driver’s Ed
Oct. 15 – Class Time 4:00 – 6:00
Oct. 16 – Class Time 4:00 – 6:00
Oct. 17 – Drive...
Announcements, Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
On Saturday, Oct. 13 Driving Schedule: 8:00 – 10:00 Scott/Autumn
10:00 – 12:00 Jenna/Allie
12:00 – 2:00 Allie/Autumn
...
Announcements, Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Driver’s Ed tonight for Kylie Bohm and Scott Bowman at 3:45.
On Saturday, Oct. 13 Driving Schedule: 8:00 – 10:00 Scott/Autumn
10:00 – 12:00 Jenna/Allie
...
Announcements, Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Driver’s Ed tonight, Oct. 9th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. instead of Thursday.
The Student Council members, Abbey Meseck and Liliana Perry are Sponsoring a fundraiser for HELP! Hurricane Florence – Oct. 1st to Oct 12th You can help by donating: canned/boxed food, paper towels, toilet paper,...
Announcements, Monday, Oct. 8, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Reminder: Driver’s Ed Monday, Oct, 8th from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
The Student Council members, Abbey Meseck and Liliana Perry are Sponsoring a fundraiser for HELP! Hurricane Florence – Oct. 1st to Oct 12th You can help by donating: canned/boxed food, paper towels, toilet...
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Reminder: Driver’s Ed tomorrow morning at 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in C.O.
Mr. Woods room and also on Monday, Oct, 8th from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
The Student Council members, Abbey Meseck and Liliana Perry are Sponsoring a fundraiser for HELP! Hurricane Florence – Oct. 1st to Oct 12th You can help by donating: ...
Announcements, Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
The Student Council members, Abbey Meseck and Liliana Perry are Sponsoring a fundraiser for HELP! Hurricane Florence – Oct. 1st to Oct 12th You can help by donating: canned/boxed food, paper towels, toilet paper, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, etc. Together, we can make a...
Announcements, Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
The Student Council members, Abbey Meseck and Liliana Perry are Sponsoring a fundraiser for HELP! Hurricane Florence – Oct. 1st to Oct 12th You can help by donating: canned/boxed food, paper towels, toilet paper, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, etc. Together, we...
Announcements, Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Play practice will be Wednesday morning at 8:00 for anybody that can come. Please try and make it as we will be reading through the play.
The Student Council members, Abbey Meseck and Liliana Perry are Sponsoring a fundraiser for HELP! Hurricane Florence – Oct. 1st to...
Announcements, Monday, Oct. 1, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
There will be no after school play practice today, it will be Wednesday morning at 8:00 for anybody that can come. Please try and make it as we will be reading through the play.
The Student Council members, Abbey Meseck and Liliana Perry are Sponsoring a fundraiser for...
Announcements, Friday, Sept. 28, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Drivers Ed class will start tomorrow in Mr. Woods room from 8:00 am – 12:00
For lunch today we’re having Pizza, Corn, Romaine/Tomato/Spinach Salad, Mandarin Oranges
Breakfast for Monday is French Toast Sticks, Little Smokies and lunch is Walking Taco,...
Announcements, Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
For the students that signed up for the play there is a meeting on Friday morning at 8:25 a.m. in the library with Mrs. Lally. If you are interested and have not signed up you can come to the meeting too.
...
Announcements, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Kid’s Club today after school. Ride bus #4 which is Joe’s.
For the students that signed up for the play there is a meeting on Friday morning at 8:25 a.m. in the library with Mrs. Lally. If you are interested and have not signed up you can come to the meeting too.
...
Good Morning, Bobcats!
There will be a Junior High Volleyball game at West Harrison today at 4:00.
There will be a Junior High MVAOCOU Football Game @ Mapleton vs. West Harrison today.
For lunch today we’re having Ham, Turkey, Cheese Sub Sandwich, Broccoli/Carrots, Lettuce/Tomatoes, Fresh fruit.
...
If you have Fundraiser sales and money you need to get it turned into the office ASAP. This is the last day!
For lunch today we’re having Chicken, Rice, Peas, Brownie, WG Roll, Applesauce
Breakfast for tomorrow is Pancake Sausage on a Stick, Hashbrown and lunch is Ham, Turkey, Cheese Sub Sandwiche, Broccoli/Carrots,...
Good Morning, Bobcats!
If you are interested in being in the school play you need to get your forms turned into Kim’s office by Friday.
If you have Fundraiser sales and money you need to get it turned into the office ASAP
For lunch today we’re having Hot Beef over Potatoes, Corn, Mixed Fruit, WG Bun
...
There will be no school tomorrow, Wednesday September 19th and the JH VB game scheduled for today has been moved to October 1st.
Announcements, Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
St. John’s Lutheran Church will NOT be having confirmation on Wednesday. Due to no school.
If you are interested in being in the school play you need to get your forms turned into Kim’s office by Friday.
If you have Fundraiser sales and money you need to get it...
We have postponed the JH Volleyball game tonight against AR-WE-VA due to early dismissal for heat. The game has been re-scheduled for Monday October 1st at CO-U.
Charter Oak-Ute will be dismissing two hours early today due to heat and humidity. There will be JH footbal or volleyball practice.
Announcements, Monday, Sept. 17, 2018
Good Morning, Bobcats!
If you are interested in being in the school play you need to get your forms turned into Kim’s office by Friday.
If you have Fundraiser sales and money you need to get it turned into the office ASAP
For lunch today we’re having Chili, Crackers, Cheese sticks,...
Announcements, Friday, Sept. 14, 2019
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Today is the Last Fundraising Day!! Turn your packets and money into Kim in the office.
Let’s cheer the MVAOCOU Rams on to a Victory against the Woodbury Central Wildcats!! Game starts at 7:00 pm.
For lunch today we’re having Hambuger on WG bun, Baked beans,...
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Today we are having a Pep Rally at 1:00 in the gym.
Friday is the Last Fundraising Day!! We need to sell, sell, sell to meet the $8000.00 goal.
Friday, Sept 14th – COMING BACK HOME – Let’s head on back to cheer on the MVAOCOU Rams tonight to a Victory against the Woodbury Central Wildcats!! ...
Friday is the Last Fundraising Day!! We need to sell, sell, sell to meet the $8000.00 goal.
Thursday, Sept. 13 – One final stop along our trip… It’s OREGON DAY – Get ready for the Oregon Hippie Festival!! Peace, love, flower power…it’s all back as we celebrate and keep the 60’s alive!!
Friday, Sept 14th – COMING BACK HOME...
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Today is the 3rd Turn in Day for the Fundraising and Friday is the Last Fundraising Day!! We need to sell, sell to meet the $8000.00 goal.
Today, Sept. 11 – Is FLORIDA DAY – Come with your sundresses, palm tree shirts, sun hats, and don’t forget your surfboard and you’ll definitely fit right in today!
...
Good Morning, Bobcats!
Today we’re road trippin’ to New York!! It’s preppy style day or Yankees, Mets.
Junior High Volleyball game @ COU vs. Schleswig. Game starts at 4:00 p.m. Come support our Lady Cats and cheer them on to a VICTORY!!
Tuesday, Sept. 11 – We’re moving to FLORIDA DAY – Come with your sundresses, palm tree...
Ann – Sept. 7, 2018
Get Ready Bobcats!
Today is the Blind Volleyball Tournament!!! Games will start @ 1:30 that day as we will follow the 2 hour early out schedule. Let’s get it started and have a great time!
Road Trippin’ to a Victory Homecoming will take place Monday, September 10th to Friday, September 14th. Dress up days are as...
The Junior High will be on a 2 Hour Early Out Schedule tomorrow. The Blind Volleyball will start at 1:30.
Get Ready Bobcats!
This week on Friday, September 7th, the COU Student Council is sponsoring a Blind Volleyball Tournament to help us kick off our Homecoming Week! ALL students in grades 5th – 8th will form a team of 6 members. Teachers may serve as coaches for individual teams. Parents, community & family members are welcome to attend to cheer on...
Charter Oak-Ute received notification that we had the third highest percentage in the state of students increasing reading benchmark scores from the fall period to the spring period. We still have work to do but the hard work by our staff and students is showing positive results.
Get Ready Bobcats!
This week on Friday, September 7th, the COU Student Council is sponsoring a Blind Volleyball Tournament to help us kick off our Homecoming Week! ALL students in grades 5th – 8th will form a team of 6 members. Teachers may serve as coaches for individual teams. Parents, community & family members are welcome to attend to cheer on...
Get ready, it's coming soon! Homecoming 2018 will be here Monday, September 10th - Friday, September 14th. Join us as we go Road Trippin' through the states! It's bound to be a week full of fun, FUN, FUN!!!
To kick off Homecoming Week the Student Council will be sponsoring a Blind Volleyball Tournament on Friday, September 7th, starting at 1:30 P.M....
Get ready, it's coming soon! Homecoming 2018 will be here Monday, September 10th - Friday, September 14th. Join us as we go Road Trippin' through the states! It's bound to be a week full of fun, FuN, FUN!!!
To kick off Homecoming Week the Student Council will be sponsoring a Blind Volleyball Tournament on Friday, September 7th, starting at 1:30 P.M....
Front row: Ryer Trucke, Naomi Heyne, Xander Lozano, LeAsia Kroll, Abby Wanberg, Nycco Lozano Second Row: Johnny Rosburg, Liberty Maynard, Hunter Bentz, Liam Green, Teagen Gress, Daxton Leitz, Delia Ohlmeier, Brenna Funkhouser, Andres Lara Back row: Drew Goslar, Liam Gray, Kadence Rosenau,Mia Staley, Kellen Anderson, Blade Marcelle, Gavin Amunson, Sean Staley, Avery...
School Picture Day is Wednesday August 29th. Packets have been sent home.
Start of School:See everyone tomorrow morning at 8 a.m.!!! Reminder we have a 2 hour early out schedule tomorrow!
While the new website is cool, be sure to also check out our new Android and iOS apps!