Cooper Color Guard - Mr. Zachary McKennon, Director
Questions? Email Mr. McKennon, zachmckennon@gmail.com

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The Cooper HS Color Guard is made up of students in grades 9-12. The Color Guard is open to students regardless of level of experience. Prior dance knowledge is preferred but not required. 

​In addition to the Color Guard, Cooper HS also has a competitive Winter Guard. The CHS Winter Guard is a member of the North Texas Color Guard Association and competes among that circuit many times throughout the spring semester. The Cooper Colorguard finished the 2017 season in 2nd place and earned the UIL 5A High Score award!


Cooper Color Guard Remind Group Text
  • Text 81010 with this message: @coopercol
  • Text 81010 with this message: @ccgparent (for parents/guardians)​
  • The Remind Messaging System will be used to communicate quick reminders, arrival/departure times, any last minute schedule/venue changes, etc.


Guard News
  • Check your school email for your Cut Time invitation. Please set up your username and password, and update your account with current phone, email, and mailing address. DO NOT SET UP A NEW ACCOUNT. Use the link in your school email.​​
  • Pre-game uniform care & cleaning instructions listed below.​​
​Join the new Awesome Cooper Band Remind group!
Text @awesomecoo to 81010


  • Please download and save any videos from the Acuity Spring Show that you would like to keep. Removing link on 9/14/19
Upcoming Events
  • If you are behind on payments, please get in touch with Mr. McKennon to discuss options.
  • October 12, 2019: Big Country Marching Festival @ Wylie High School. See announcements page for itinerary.
  • October 21, 2019 (Monday Night): UIL Region 6 Marching Contest @ Wylie HS Bulldog Stadium (afternoon/evening event)
  • October 26, 2019 (Saturday): UIL Area A Marching Contest (Pending advancement from Region) this event will be an all-day event, as well. Plan accordingly. This event determines which bands will advance to the State Marching Contest at the Alamodome.
  • November 3, 2019: Acuity Independent Winterguard Spin Clinic at ACU! Come out to learn some new twirls and fun choreography. The fee for this clinic is $20.00 only cash or check will be accepted. (See link below for Online Registration)
  • November 4, 5, & 6: Cooper Winterguard Auditions 6:50-7:50am. (Tentative times and dates)
  • November 9, 2019: Veteran's Day Parade!


Uniform Care & Cleaning (from A Wish Come True, the costume manufacturer)
  • Hand wash garments one at a time.
  • DO NOT bulk wash.
  • ONLY wash with cold water.
  • DO NOT use warm or hot water.
  • Use mild 'free & clear' detergent and a color catcher.
  • DO NOT use bleach.
  • Dryer product can be used.
  • DO NOT soak.
  • Lay flat too dry.*
  • DO NOT scrub, wring, or twist garments. (This may cause pilling.)
  • We DO NOT recommend the use of Woolite or mild dish detergent for washing.
  • DO NOT use fabric softener.
  • DO NOT use clear gel deodorant or any deodorant containing baking soda as it may build up or cause staining.
  • Be cautious when using hairspray or perfume around your garment.
  • DO NOT dry clean.
  • DO NOT dry in the dryer. (This will melt the sequins.)
*To avoid color transfer, keep contrasting colors separated (with a towel) when laying flat to dry.
Social Officer Corner

Documents

Equipment/Form Tracker 6/17/19
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File Type: pdf
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Payment Schedule/Amounts Tracker 5/21/19
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Important Dates/Information Sheet
File Size: 53 kb
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Veteran Member Fee Form
File Size: 95 kb
File Type: pdf
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New Member Fee Form
File Size: 95 kb
File Type: pdf
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