Back to School - 2023-24

As summer break winds to a close, the beginning of the school year is fast approaching! We can't wait to welcome back our Pirates, and welcome aboard any new Pirates! To prepare for the incoming year, please review the following information: 

School Supply Lists

Elementary Supply List

Secondary Supply List

August 3rd - Registration Day : 

Registration packets are available on the Enrollment page. Those who are able are encouraged to fill out paperwork beforehand and return to the front office at their convenience. Printed registration packets will also be available to fill out on site on registration day. 

Schedule

*Note: registration will be closed from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM to permit a lunch break

8 a.m.-4 p.m. Open registration

  • Elementary students 

  • New families

8 a.m-11/ 1-4p.m. 

  • Elementary students please drop off school supplies with classroom teacher

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8-9 a.m. Senior registration

9-10 a.m. Junior registration

10-11 a.m. Sophomore registration

11-12 p.m Freshman registration

2-3  p.m. 6th grade registration

3-4 p.m 7th grade registration

4-5 p.m. 8th grade registration

Free School Supplies available in front lobby: July 26, 27 Aug. 3, 7

Lockers

All lockers for the 2023-24 School year will be randomly assigned by grade level. Starting July 31st locker information will be available to view on goedustar.

Registration stations will include: 

  • Free/Reduced lunch information

  • Vehicle/Parking Registration (Copy of License, Registration, and Insurance required)

  • Medical forms

  • Cafeteria

  • Athletics

  • Pre-school

Student Schedules:

Junior high and high school schedules will be available to view on GoEdustar starting on July 31, 2023.  

For questions and concerns regarding individual student schedules please contact:

Devin Gulliford
Registrar / College & Career Advisor
Dgulliford@cotopaxire3.org

Transportation and Bus Stops:

All families will be individually contacted regarding transportation options and bus stop information and times. 

Athletics

First day of high school fall sports practice - August 7 

Please note, all student athletes must have a current physical on file before they will be allowed to practice. On Monday, August 7th, from 6-8 p.m., Salida Middle School will be hosting an opportunity for our student-athletes to obtain a pre-participation physical for any Junior High and High School student. The cost is $10 per physical and the money collected will be donated to the Cotopaxi & Salida School Districts / athletic programs.

August 7 - Parent Orientation for Grades K, 6, 9 & 12 - 6:00 PM.

August 7 - Back to School Night - 7: 00 PM

The Cotopaxi PTC presents the annual Back to School Night. Meet and greet with your children's teachers, and meet and mingle with administration, staff and school Board Members. A taco dinner and ice cream dessert will be served. 

No admission required, but donations are accepted.