Cozad Community School

Parents: Last month we sent out a survey to parents of Cozad Community School students regarding internet and device access at home. Thank you to all who responded! We had approximately 65% of our parents complete the survey. We are reaching out again and asking those who have not had time to complete the survey, to take just a few minutes to answer 5 simple questions regarding your child(ren). PLEASE NOTE: This information that is being collected is NOT for planning any school closure--it is data that we submit to the Nebraska Department of Ed. The data we submit will hopefully help us with receiving some funding from the state. In order to collect this information, we are asking you to complete this form for EACH student you have in our District (PreK-12th grade). For detailed information about why we need this information, visit our website. Thank You. The form can be found at: https://rb.gy/asmcmy

Attention MS Wrestling Parents & Fans--The MS Wrestling Invite at Sutherland tomorrow, November 5th, will be live-streamed by Sutherland Schools. The tournament starts at 2:00 pm and will be streamed at https://youtu.be/NfFQv1VEBgk

Reminder--today, Wednesday, November 4th, is a 2:00 dismissal for all students PreK-12. #cozadMakers

Middle School Wrestling Parents and Fans: We have just been notified that spectators will not be allowed at the MS Wrestling Invite this Thursday, November 5th, at Sutherland. #cozadMakers

Parents & Fans--We have been notified that no spectators will be allowed at the MS Wrestling meet at South Loup JH next week (Thursday, Nov. 12th). #cozadMakers

Attention Parents & Students: Changes to the printed schools calendar for this week (November 2-7). MS Wrestling is on Thursday, Nov. 5th at 2:00 (not on Friday as stated on printed calendar) One-Acts on Friday, Nov. 6th, and Saturday, Nov. 7th in Loup City and Gothenburg have been cancelled. No MS Girls' Basketball on Saturday, Nov. 7th (7th and 8th grade games in Lexington and McCook have been cancelled).

High School Winter Sports Parent Meeting on Tuesday, November 10th, at 7:00 pm in the High School Gym. Parents and athletes are encouraged to attend as we will be discussing the new winter sports guidelines/changes. Masks are required. Thank you for your cooperation.

CHS Football check in will be Thursday November 5th right after school. Make sure all equipment is washed and clean. #cozadMakers

Calendar Correction---The date and time on the printed school calendar is incorrect for the MS Wrestling at Sutherland (calendar shows this Friday). The correct information is: MS Wrestling at Sutherland is on Thursday, 11.5.20, @ 2:00 CST.

Havoc Makers--Cozad Girls' Youth Basketball Program will begin on Sunday evening, November 8th. This basketball program is for girls in grades K-8. For more information and registration form visit our website at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/987050/Girls_Bball_2020_Youth_Program.pdf

Parents, Students and Community Members: As you are probably aware, Two Rivers has moved their dial to RED status for this week. Superintendents in the area received an email yesterday from Two Rivers telling us how "impressed they are with the measures we have implemented to protect our students and staff. Schools have proven to be a very safe place for those in the buildings with very little school-based transmissions of COVID19. Having seen the strenuous efforts area schools have employed to protect their students and staff, we are recommending changes in school based plans to allow continuance of in person schooling during pandemic levels of risk." Thus under the recommendation of Two Rivers and our own tracing, as can be seen daily on our dashboard, we are going to continue what we are doing. At this time, Cozad Community Schools is not moving our dial. As a parent and/or community member you can monitor our Covid tracking status at https://rb.gy/jw7yb7 . This information is updated daily. Please be assured we are doing everything possible to maintain a safe environment for your child. Sincerely, Mr. Ron Wymore, Superintendent Cozad Community Schools

CMS Students--Reminder Friday for Red Ribbon Week is "Put a STOP to Drugs". Wear RED!

We have been notified through USDA and the Nebraska Department of Education Nutrition Services that our eligibility to offer all PreK-12 students’ a free breakfast and free lunch has been extended through the 2020-2021 school year. For lunches, the meal and one milk will be free, however, if a student has an additional milk they will be charged for the milk. At the middle school and high school students choosing to eat via the a-la-carte will still be charged.

CMS Students--Reminder Thursday for Red Ribbon Week is "Team Up Against Drugs". Wear sports attire!

Congratulations to senior, Rebecca Shaffer, on a school-record achievement. Becca has been selected as a member of the Nebraska All-State Honor Choir for the 3rd time. The only other student in school history selected 3 times was Donita Johansen who was selected for band in 1951 & 1952, and choir in 1953. Becca now holds the record for number of years for one ensemble. This year the choir will be in a digital format due to COVID-19.

Maker Youth Basketball Program for students in grades 1-3 and 4-8. Program information and registration form have been posted on our website. A printable PDF document can be found under "Documents > Schools > Middle School (or elementary) > 2020-2021". Links to the documents are also below. Grades 1-3 https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/983451/CYBA_Youth_Basketball_Camp_1-3.pdf Grades 4-8 https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/983454/CYBA_Youth_Basketball_Program_Letter_4-8.pdf

CMS Students--Reminder Wednesday for Red Ribbon Week is "It's CRAZY to do Drugs". Wear Crazy hair, attire, etc!

CHS Cross Country Runners and Families--The XC Banquet is this Thursday, October 29th, at 6pm at Camp Comeca. #cozadMakers

CMS Students--Reminder Tuesday for Red Ribbon Week is "Support each other to stay Drug Free". TWIN DAY!

CMS Students--Reminder Monday for Red Ribbon Week is "Wake Up Drug Free". Wear Pajamas or Sweats!