N. B. Cook Elementary School of the Arts

08/11/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! We are excited to welcome all of our N. B. Cook Stars to their first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year! It’s definitely going to be a fantastic year!
Here are a few important reminders:
*Parents will not be able to walk their children to class. We will have personnel on duty to assist with students getting to class.
* If your child needs bus transportation, please be sure to complete a district transportation request. When your request is approved, you will receive an email notification from our transportation department. Until then, please plan on alternate afternoon pick up for your child.
* Our school times are 7:50am - 2:10pm.
Students may begin going to class at 7:30am. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 - 7:45am.
The tardy bell will ring at 7:50am.
* Be sure to have your school issued car rider tag if you are picking up your child (ren) in our car rider line.
*If you have not let us know how your child will go home in the afternoons, please complete this form:

This important form ensures the classroom teacher, front office staff, and parents/guardians have clear communication about student transportation. Complete this form for EACH student attending N.B. Cook during the 2026 - 2027 school year. Note: This is NOT a Request for bus transportation. Bus Tran...

07/18/2026

Meet & Greet / Orientation
Kindergarten families and families with new students are invited to our school’s Meet & Greet on Friday, August 7th at 9:00am. This is an opportunity to learn about our arrival and dismissal procedures as well as drop off school supplies and meet the teacher!
Returning students are invited to join the Meet & Greet event at 10:00am. You will be able to go to your child’s classrooms at this time and drop off any school supplies. Your family will be notified through email of your child’s classroom assignment on Wednesday, August 5 around 3:00pm. All NEW families will also receive a postcard in the mail.

07/02/2026

🌟 SHINING BRIGHT AS AN "A" SCHOOL! 🌟

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that N.B. Cook Elementary School of the Arts has officially earned a school grade of "A" for the 2025-26 school year!

This incredible achievement is a testament to the dedication, creativity, and hard work of our entire community. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to those who made this possible:

✨ Our Students: Your passion for learning and the arts is what makes our school shine every single day. You are the heartbeat of our success!

✨ Our Parents: Thank you for your unwavering support and for being our primary partners in education. Your involvement in our PTA and school events makes all the difference.

✨ Our Business Partners: From our Gold Star to our Arts Ally partners, your commitment to our programs provides the resources our "Stars" need to truly excel.

✨ Our Faculty and Staff: Your tireless efforts, expertise, and love for our students have created an environment where excellence is the standard.

Together, we continue to reach for the stars and prove that when academics and the arts harmonize, our children always thrive. THANK YOU!! 🎭🎨🎵

04/17/2026

Please join us for our monthly “Coffee with the Principal”. This is an informal time to visit with the principal, other administrative staff, and fellow community members.

This month we will address an important topic for parents, digital safety for kids

Ms. Taylor Sparks from Gulf Coast. Kids house will be our presenter for this event.

This information is very useful for all parents. I think fifth grade parents will find it especially useful as your child transitions to middle school and is exposed to more online content, including social media platforms. 

Please join us for our monthly “Coffee with the Principal”. This is an informal time to visit with the principal, other administrative staff, and fellow community members. This month's edition will address an important topic for parents: Digital Safety For Kids This information is very useful fo...

02/02/2026

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12/09/2025

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12.15.2025, 4:00pm - 8:00pm

11/17/2025

One of the fifth grade science standards is for students to understand the water cycle and be able to create models to demonstrate the processes involved. Mrs. Paduani’s class showed their knowledge by creating water cycle models through various forms of visual art. After completing their projects, the students then taught fourth grade students about the water cycle and their chosen method used to illustrate the process. This is one of the many examples of arts integration you can find here at NB Cook.

11/17/2025

Our students expressed the theme "I Belong!" in their Reflections projects in so many creative ways! One popular theme is "I Belong at N.B. Cook." From pickles to pictures of the building, it's nice to know that so many kids feel safe, happy, and welcome at our school!

More Reflections updates on the way later this week! 👀
—-Anna Wall: N.B. Cook’s PTA Reflections Contest Chair

10/01/2025

N.B. Cook's Drama Teacher, Jean Odom, has decided to retire at the youthful age of 81! She has been a staple of our school since its magnet inception, and she will be greatly missed. She also had many ties with our local theatres and assisted with numerous performances over the years. We are planning a retirement celebration in her honor and would love your help. Please click on the following link to RSVP and to help where you can. Please let me know if you have any questions!

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Check out this Invitation (portrait) designed by Larry Knight.

04/22/2025

Congratulations! Bobby competed in Florida Amateur Skateboarding League’s competition in New Smyrna Beach, Fl on April 19th. He won 1st place in the 8-11 year old division! What an amazing achievement!