Our leadership team has continued to evaluate weather and road conditions across our community, as well as the forecast, and we’ve remained in constant communication with all appropriate agencies. With today’s warm-up, conditions have improved enough that Copperas Cove ISD will reopen and return to class on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at its normal start time.

CCISD buses will run at their normal time, and breakfast will be served at its normal time at every campus. Parents are encouraged to ensure their student is dressed warmly for the day.

Once students and staff return tomorrow, the district will begin a review of whether any changes to the academic calendar are required alongside district staff and the Board of Trustees. If so, those will communicated with families as soon as possible.
29 days ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Graphic with CCISD logo. Classes resume Thursday, January 29th

Due to continued hazardous conditions on roadways, an an abundance of precipitation on the roadways projected to refreeze across Copperas Cove, Copperas Cove ISD schools and offices will remain closed out of an abundance of caution on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Activities scheduled for Wednesday will be rescheduled for a later date.

CCISD leadership has continued to evaluate road conditions across our community, as well as the forecast which includes more freezing temperatures, and while major roadways have improved, too many neighborhood, rural and hill-side streets remain covered in ice. Many school parking lots and entryways remain covered in ice, as well. We've included several photos in this post taken earlier this afternoon.

Given the state of the roads and school parking lots, it is not safe to ask our bus drivers to report in the early morning hours to run routes in these conditions, nor to ask the several-hundred student and parent drivers to commute to school in the morning.

Copperas Cove ISD expects to be able to reopen on Thursday, January 28, 2026, but will continue to evaluate and communicate with the appropriate agencies to ensure it is safe to do so. Once CCISD is able to safely return to school, we will work alongside district staff and the Board of Trustees to evaluate if a change needs to be made to the academic calendar. If so, those will be communicated with families as soon as possible.

“I know this extended closure may create challenges for families,” said Superintendent Dr. Brent Hawkins. “Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding as we put the safety of everybody in our school community first. We look forward to a safe return to school as soon as possible.”

about 1 month ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Graphic with CCISD logo and Bulldawg head logo. CCISD Closed Wednesday, January 28th due to continued hazardous road conditions.
Photo of a playground covered in ice
Photo of playground and concrete stairway covered in ice
Photo of sidewalks and parking lot covered in ice
Photo of school entryway covered in ice
Photo of school parking lot covered in ice
Photo of a parking lot covered in ice
After evaluating the weather forecast and conditions across our community, and out of an abundance of caution, Copperas Cove ISD will remain closed on Tuesday, Jan. 27th.

All school activities will be rescheduled for a later date.
about 1 month ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Graphic with CCISD logo and Bulldawg logo. CCISD Closed Tuesday, January 27th due to continued inclement weather
Due to inclement weather and out of an abundance of caution, Copperas Cove ISD will be CLOSED on Monday, Jan. 26th. Activities scheduled for Monday will be rescheduled.

Read more --> https://www.ccisd.com/article/2655978
about 1 month ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Graphic with CCISD logo. School Closed. Due to inclement weather, for the safety of all students and staff, Copperas Cove ISD is closed Monday, January 26th and school for the day is canceled. All activities scheduled for Monday will be rescheduled.
S.C. Lee Jr. High School recently garnered national recognition for its anti-bullying efforts across the campus from Caleb Cares, a foundation run by Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams.

Read more --> https://www.ccisd.com/article/2546913
4 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Two counselors smiling with a jacket
Over the extended weekend, the SC Lee choir performed for the community at the Copperas Cove Heritage Festival held at Ogletree Gap. Mrs. Nelson requested that students volunteer their Saturday morning to participate in the performance. The choir delivered a strong and commendable performance.

Join us in supporting the choir as they represent Lee at the fall concert tomorrow, October 16, at 6:00pm.
4 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
CCJHS & SC Lee JH. School Fall Choir Concert October 16, 2025 Eastside Baptist Church 1202 MLK Dr, Copperas Cove, TX Performance 6:00 PM Free Admission
Picture Day is almost here!

There's still time to practice your million dollar smile.

SC Lee Jr High Picture Day scheduled for October 30th, 2025. Makeup Day: December 9th
5 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
Picture Day is almost here! There's still time to practice your million dollar smile. SC Lee Jr High Picture Day scheduled for October 30th, 2025.  Makeup Day: December  9th

SC Lee Family and Friends,

You are cordially invited to attend our band’s Fall Concert this Thursday, October 9th at 5:30pm. Due to the ongoing repairs to the Lea Ledger Auditorium, it will be held in the SC Lee Cafeteria. We look forward to your attendance.

5 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
S.C. Lee Junior High School Cougar Band Fall Concert October 9, 2025 S.C. Lee Junior High Cafetorium 5:30pm
ICYMI | The S.C. Lee Jr. High band has earned national recognition! More --> https://www.ccisd.com/article/2452756
5 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD
A group of band students smiling in an auditorium
Reminder to Parents:

The SC Lee JH campus will be closed Monday, September 22.
No school for students.
5 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
Reminder to Parents: The SC Lee JH campus will be closed Monday, September 22.  No school for studens.

Reminder to Parents:

The SC Lee JH campus will be closed Monday, September 22. No school for students.

5 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
We are thrilled to announce that the S.C. Lee Wind Ensemble has been named a Commended Winner in the Foundation for Music Education’s Mark of Excellence competition! Out of 478 entries from 40 states, our students ranked among the very best in their classification. Their hard work, talent, and dedication truly paid off, and we couldn’t be more proud.
Join us in celebrating these amazing young musicians and their incredible achievement!

Thank you for supporting our band program and helping us celebrate this incredible achievement!
6 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
Congratulations! S.C. Lee Junior High Wind Ensemble 2025 Mark of Excellence Commended Winner
Important Notice!

The Spirit Spectacular event scheduled this evening at Bulldawg Stadium has been cancelled

It will be rescheduled for a later date.
6 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
Important Notice! The Spirit Spectacular event scheduled this evening at Bulldawg Stadium has been cancelled  It will be rescheduled for a later date.

An all-new episode of Take 2 with Hawk is in your podcast feed now! Kurtis & Dr. Hawkins welcome special guest Bowie Franks from Gallagher Construction to dive deep into the in's & out's of School Construction.

See the full conversation on YouTube or listen anywhere you get great podcasts!

YouTube --> https://youtu.be/7WTBeGX4kWo
Apple Podcasts --> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-2-with-hawk/id1811210964
Spotify --> https://open.spotify.com/episode/1CRPOgB1NuRjV5CnHRjkEi?si=0afe6d6296b446c5

6 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD

In the latest episode of Take 2 with Hawk, Kurtis and Dr. Hawkins break down Bond 2025, which will appear on the ballot in November. The dive into what's on each proposition, as well the process which led to this proposal.

Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen anywhere you listen to great podcasts.

YouTube --> https://youtu.be/4Hz8FU_LMKg
Apple Podcasts --> https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-2-with-hawk/id1811210964
Spotify --> https://open.spotify.com/episode/794hkvb4LDpbtjmwNsb7Db?si=7f3bfebd1f6741ba

6 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Attention S.C. Lee Jr. High Band Parents,

There will be a parents meeting for the 7th and 8th Advanced Bands starting at 5:30 PM, and the 6th Grade Beginning Band starting at 6:30 PM. Both meetings will be held in the S.C. Lee Jr. High cafeteria on Monday, August 18th, 2025
7 months ago, S.C. Lee Jr. High School
S.C Lee Junior High School Band Parent Meeting Monday August 18th S.C. Lee Cafeteria Advanced Bands (7th & 8th Grade) 5:30 PM Beginning Band (6th Grade) 6:30 PM Contact Mr. Marina for questions: marainak@ccisd.com
Tuesday night, the CCISD Board of Trustees approved a policy regarding cell phones and other personal communication devices, in alignment with House Bill 1481. We are encouraging students to put their devices "Away for the Day," to focus on learning.
7 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Graphic with image of smart phone and CCISD logo. Away for the Day. Turn off cell phones, headphones, personal laptops, personal tablets, smart watches. Turn on learning and focus.
Graphic with image of smart phone and CCISD logo. What is Away for the Day? The goal of Away for the Day, in alignment with House Bill 1481, is to improve learning focus and support a positive, respectful school environment for all students and staff. Away for the Day means that students’ personal devices - cell phones, text-messaging devices, tablets, computers, headphones, earbuds, smart watches and other simlar electronics - must be powered off and out of sight during all parts of the school day, from the time students enter the school until they exit at the end of the day. This includes class time, transitions, breakfast or lunch on campus and restroom breaks.
In this installment of Dawg Tales, CCHS Digital Media teacher Madison Seifert explains the facility challenges students in the district's Career & Technical Education programs face on a daily basis.

https://youtube.com/shorts/TGRwGIFcGTA
7 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD
In today's installment of Dawg Tales, CCHS senior Brenna Butler shines a light on the struggles student-athletes at CCHS face on a daily basis with the current facilities.

https://youtube.com/shorts/vSholfRxBMU
7 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Join us tomorrow night for Meet the Teacher Night and enjoy some delicious milk & cookies, courtesy of CCISD's award-winning Child Nutrition team.
7 months ago, Copperas Cove ISD
Graphic with CCISD logo. Stop by the cafeteria on Meet the Teacher night for Milk and Cookies and meet our amazing cafeteria staff. August 12, 2025. Pre-K 4:30-6 p.m. Elementary: 4:30-6 p.m. Junior High 5:30-7 p.m. High School 4:30-6 p.m.