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About Cooper Middle School
Mission Statement
The Cooper community supports the growth of all students to think critically and function as empathetic, respectful, and responsible global citizens.
Core Values/Beliefs
Our approach centers on the whole child with the goal of helping students:
- Achieve high academic standards in a highly-engaged learning environment
- Develop timeless character qualities
- Learn responsibility
- Value perseverance and persistence (growth-mindset)
- Grow socially and emotionally
School Summary
James Fennimore Cooper Middle School, established in 1962, serves students in the communities of Great Falls, McLean, and small areas of Vienna, Reston, and Herndon.
The Cooper community supports the growth of all students to think critically and function as empathetic, respectful, and responsible global citizens.
Cooper Middle School creates a caring culture for families, students, and staff. We are committed to collaborating with one another to meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of our students. We integrate meaningful learning experiences which foster students’ curiosity and develop their communication and collaborative skills.
Our approach centres on the whole child with the goal of helping students:
Achieve high academic standards in a highly-engaged learning environment
Develop timeless character qualities
Learn responsibility
Value perseverance and persistence (growth-mind-set)
Grow socially and emotionally
We are committed to fostering an atmosphere conducive to learning where students and teachers enjoy coming to school. Our goal is to have a school climate that emulates caring, kindness, respect, and responsibility and provides a safe environment free from intimidation and bullying.
Woven throughout the daily education of our students is the strong support from parents and the community. By working collaboratively, we have a greater chance to liberate the talent, genius, and goodness of each child.
PTSA:
PTSA is comprised of parents, teachers, students and other adults that are devoted to the educational success of children and promoting parental involvement in schools. PTSA is a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for the education and well-being of EVERY child. We partner with the school and community. Cooper Middle School PTSA is honored and proud to be part of such a great organization
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