Introducing Copperas Cove ISD's 2026 Convocation theme: Unlock the Dawg

This year, we're digging deep to help every student and staff member reach their maximum potential this year. Whether in the classroom, in the science lab, in music, on the performance stage, in the kitchen, on the playing field or wherever their school careers take them, our Bulldawgs strive for excellence #TheCoveChoice

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An all-new episode of the Take 2 with Hawk podcast is now LIVE in your podcast feeds! In this episode, Kurtis and Dr. Hawkins take a deep dive into Kyra Gaston's long-awaited entry to the NFHS Girls Volleyball Record Book. Plus, more awards for Bulldawgs, undersanding CCISD's performance on state-mandated assessments, a Bond 2025 update, instructional support and the Community Eligibility Provision program. #TheCoveChoice #OnePackOnePurpose #UnlockTheDawg

Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen anywhere you hear great podcasts!

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#TheCoveChoice Reason 28: Copperas Cove students are ahead of the game in math. Every 8th-grader in Cove takes high school Algebra I and every 7th-grade student takes 8th-grade Pre-Algebra as part of our concerted effort to prepare every student for exciting opportunities after high school.

Learn more about advanced academics in CCISD and apply for your transfer today at www.CCISD.com.

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A Bulldawg alumna has finally received her recognition in the HS volleyball record books. Kyra Gaston sits in the Top 20, nationally, in individual season & career blocks, finishing with Top-2 marks in Texas in those categories #TheCoveChoice #OnePackOnePurpose

Congratulations, Kyra!

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Copperas Cove ISD will be closed next week. Regular summer hours will resume at DSTC and Copperas Cove HS on July 6th. All other campuses will re-open on July 13th #TheCoveChoice

Bulldawgs on top! Fairview/Jewell student Trenton Buckram and House Creek teacher Stefanie Seaver have earned top honors from Lemonade Day-Fort Hood Area for their work in entrepreneurial education #TheCoveChoice #OnePackOnePurpose

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Monday night, during its regular June meeting, the Copperas Cove ISD Board of Trustees heard several reports, including an update on the projected timeline for projects included in Bond 2025 at Cove Jr. High, Fairview/Jewell Elementary and Copperas Cove HS #TheCoveChoice

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#TheCoveChoice Reason 76: Cove is a Purple Star district. At 49% military-connected, Cove has the highest percentage of military-connected students of any public school in the Fort Hood area and this designation means we know how to serve the unique needs of those who serve our great nation #OnePackOnePurpose

Learn more about Copperas Cove ISD and enroll your Bulldawg today at www.CCISD.com.

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The Copperas Cove ISD Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold its regular June meeting at 6 p.m. tomorrow evening the Board Room, located at the District Service & Training Center on South Main Street.

View the agenda online at www.CCISD.com/SchoolBoard. A recording of the meeting can be viewed on the CCISD YouTube channel within 48 hours of adjournment #TheCoveChoice

#TheCoveChoice Reason No. 53: Our teachers are exceptional. Almost half of CCISD teachers have earned a Teacher Incentive Allotment designation, placing them among the top-performing teachers in all of Texas. These teachers drive every lesson, making a lasting impact on every student. #OnePackOnePurpose

Learn more about CCISD and enroll your Bulldawg today at www.CCISD.com.

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Today, we honor and celebrate Juneteenth—marking the end of slavery in the U.S. and the ongoing journey toward equality. Today is a day of freedom, reflection and resilience.

Congratulations to the S.C. Lee Jr. High Wind Ensemble for earning recognition as the top junior high band in the region! In addition, the Lee Wind Ensemble earned 6th place at the Area D competition #TheCoveChoice

The TMEA Honor Band competition is one of the most prestigious band evaluations in Texas. Bands submit recordings that are judged through multiple rounds of competition, beginning at the region level and advancing to area and state consideration. Ensembles are evaluated on musical excellence, technical proficiency, and overall performance quality against other schools of similar classification. #OnePackOnePurpose #UnlockTheDawg

Bulldawg community, do you have a business that wants to help kick the 2026-27 school year off on a positive note for our staff?

Don't forget to sign up for our first Convocation Vendor Fair today and be part of the magic! #TheCoveChoice #UnlockTheDawg

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Copperas Cove ISD continues to out-pace the region and state on academic performance, according to state-mandated assessment #TheCoveChoice #OnePackOnePurpose

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It's the system update you've been looking for in free, online Texas public school. Central Texas Innovation Academy combines proven teaching with flexibility your student may need for a fully-virtual or hybrid model to set your child up for exciting opportunities after high school #TheCoveChoice

Learn more and apply today at www.CenTexInnovationAcademy.com

#TheCoveChoice Reason No. 1: Central Texas' leader in Career & Technical Education offers more than 50 industry certifications and prepares students for exciting opportunities after high school.

Ready to join our Bulldawg family? Visit www.CCISD.com to learn more and apply for your no-cost transfer today #OnePackOnePurpose

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An all-new episode of the Take 2 with Hawk podcast is now LIVE in your feed! In this episode, Kurtis & Dr. Hawkins dive deep into the unique way Central Texas Innovation Academy is set up to create the most benefit for students, and the ways to see the faith the TEA has placed in CCISD's new initiative. Plus, what preparation happens in the summer for the coming school yearand deep dives into this week's House Public Ed Committee Meeting, the Special Called Board Meeting held Monday #TheCoveChoice #OnePackOnePurpose

Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen anywhere you hear great podcasts!

YouTube --> https://youtu.be/lAUw835IPfw
Spotify --> https://open.spotify.com/episode/6V07mW3KRy8X4NguhtUIJb?si=ab7debbaa7e4417f
Apple Podcasts --> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-2-with-hawk/id1811210964

CCHS student activities coordinator Rebecca Garbacky received this year's Outstanding Campus Point of Contact award as part of the Fort Hood Adopt-a-Unit/Adopt-a-School program! The CCHS partnership with the 15th Finance Battalion earned several other program recognitions, as well #TheCoveChoice #OnePackOnePurpose

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