
Fall 2026 Report Card Afternoon and Night at CO-OP!
Report Card Afternoon and Night is a wonderful opportunity to connect with your student's teachers, celebrate progress, address concerns, and discuss goals for the next marking term. We encourage all families to take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen our partnership between home and school.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026: 12:00–2:05 PM
Thursday, November 19, 2026: 5:00–7:00 PM
Schedule your conference: https://signup.com/go/xkXxFrJ
We are awaiting district release of report cards, to be emailed, later this week!
Get ready for an evening of Hollywood glamour, music, dancing, and celebration as CO-OP crowns its 2026 Coronation Court!
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Time: 5:00–9:00 PM
Admission: $20 per student
Tickets: Available in Room 327 through November 10
Entrance: CO-OP Lane
Latest Arrival: 6:00 PM sharp! Doors close promptly. No late entry permitted.
Pickup: 9:00 PM sharp!
Additional Information:
Outside guest permission forms are available in the Main Office and Room 327. Students running for Coronation Court must pay a $10 cash fee. Voting will take place during the dance via Google Form.
Dress to impress and join us for an unforgettable evening!
Reminder: Enter through CO-OP Lane. Doors close at 6:00 PM, and pickup is promptly at 9:00 PM!
Join us for an exciting evening celebrating the talents of our CO-OP seniors! Our Senior Night Out Talent Show will take place on Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 PM.
Location: CO-OP, 177 College Street, New Haven
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Admission: $20 per ticket (cash only)
Tickets: Available in Room S327
Entrance: Crown and College Street lobby
Come out and support our seniors as they take the stage and showcase their incredible talents!
Get ready to show your CO-OP spirit! Students are encouraged to participate in our Halloween Spirit Week activities:
1. Monday, 10/26: Fallcore: Wear your favorite autumn outfit!
2. Tuesday, 10/27: Vampires vs. Werewolves: Pick your side and dress as Team Vampire or Team Werewolf!
3. Wednesday, 10/28: Candy Day: Dress like your favorite candy!
4. Thursday, 10/29: Pink Out Day: Wear pink in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
5. Friday, 10/30: Costume Day: Wear your best Halloween costume and participate in our annual costume contest!
Reminder: Masks and weapons are not permitted in school, including as part of costumes.
We would like to remind our students and families of the New Haven Public Schools (NHPS) security policy regarding prohibited items, specifically glass bottles and containers.
Recently, we have seen an increase in students bringing cologne and perfume in glass bottles into the building. While we understand that these are everyday personal items, NHPS Security identifies all glass bottles as prohibited items, including those containing cologne or perfume.
As outlined in the CO-OP Student Handbook and the NHPS Security Department's posted contraband policy, prohibited items are subject to confiscation during security screenings. Please understand that once an item is confiscated by NHPS Security, it will not be returned to the student or family. This includes personal items such as cologne and perfume, regardless of their cost or value.
Additionally, CO-OP is a fragrance-sensitive environment due to allergies within our school community. We ask that students refrain from spraying or applying perfumes, colognes, and body sprays while in the school building.
We encourage families to speak with their children and remind them to leave glass bottles and containers at home to avoid having personal belongings confiscated.
These security procedures are established and enforced by the NHPS Security Department. If you have questions or concerns regarding district security policies or the confiscation of prohibited items, please contact the NHPS Security Central Office at 475-220-1681.
Thank you for your understanding and continued cooperation as we work together to maintain a safe and welcoming school environment for everyone.
Sincerely,
Paul T. Camarco
Principal
Cooperative Arts & Humanities Magnet High School
Vaping and cannabis use continue to be concerns for schools and families, particularly as products and trends involving nicotine and THC continue to change. We want to make sure families have access to accurate information and resources that can help support conversations with their children.
New Haven Public Schools, in partnership with Southern Connecticut State University, is offering a virtual Parent Lunch and Learn: “Let’s Talk About Vaping & Cannabis.” The presentation will cover youth nicotine and cannabis trends, health risks, tips for quitting, and treatment resources available in Connecticut.
The same presentation will be offered on Wednesday, October 28 and Wednesday, November 4, from 12:00–1:00 PM. The presentation will run from 12:00–12:30 PM, followed by questions and open discussion from 12:30–1:00 PM.
Please see the attached flyer for registration and virtual meeting information. We encourage families to take advantage of this opportunity and to continue having open conversations with students about the risks associated with vaping, nicotine, and cannabis.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting the health and well-being of our students.
Paul T. Camarco
Principal
Cooperative Arts & Humanities Magnet High School
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Marking Term 1 progress reports have been emailed to families. To find the email, please search your inbox for “Notification from New Haven School District” from brightarrow.com. The attached progress report is password protected, and families should use their student’s ID number to open the file. Please review the report carefully. Any student or parent/guardian with a concern about a grade should reach out directly to the teacher for clarification and support. Teacher email addresses are available on our website at https://coop.nhps.net/staff.
Please also note the upcoming picture day information for CO-OP. Senior picture days are Friday, October 2, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Monday, October 5, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Senior picture retakes will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Fall individual picture day for underclass students is Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Fall individual retakes will be held on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 PM for CO-OP’s Meet the Teacher Night.
Families will have the opportunity to meet teachers, learn more about classes, and connect with our school community.
Please enter CO-OP through the College and Crown Street entrance.
Senior Families: Join us in the Lecture Hall from 6:30-7:00 PM to hear more about senior class activities, important dates, and upcoming events for the Class of 2027.
We are also excited to welcome Dunkin’s local marketing team and Sampling Crew, who will be on campus offering Dunkin’ Refresher samples during the evening.
We look forward to welcoming our CO-OP families!
Preregistration link! https://forms.gle/9jcCo4vaVdjSxNS88
Families, please review the important dates below for student pictures and senior portraits.
Senior Portraits
Friday, October 2, 2026
8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Monday, October 5, 2026
8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Senior Portrait Retakes
Thursday, November 5, 2026
8:00 AM–11:00 AM
For the yearbook, seniors must select a vertical head-and-shoulders portrait. Students may wear an outfit of their choice. Cap and gown photos will not be used for the yearbook portrait.
Fall Student Picture Day
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
8:00 AM–2:00 PM
Fall Picture Retakes
Friday, November 20, 2026
8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Photos will be taken by Lifetouch.
Please make sure students are prepared and photo-ready on their scheduled picture day. We look forward to capturing another great year at CO-OP!
CO-OP Meet the Teacher Night!
Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 PM for CO-OP’s Meet the Teacher Night.
Families will have the opportunity to meet teachers, learn more about classes, and connect with our school community.
Please enter CO-OP through the College and Crown Street entrance.
Senior Families: Join us in the Lecture Hall from 6:30-7:00 PM to hear more about senior class activities, important dates, and upcoming events for the Class of 2027.
We are also excited to welcome Dunkin’s local marketing team and Sampling Crew, who will be on campus offering Dunkin’ Refresher samples during the evening.
We look forward to welcoming our CO-OP families!
Preregistration link! https://forms.gle/9jcCo4vaVdjSxNS88
We are excited to welcome everyone back tomorrow, Monday, August 31, for the first day of the 2026–2027 school year!
A few important reminders for the morning:
CO-OP opens at 7:00 AM for breakfast in the cafeteria, and the school day ends at 2:05 PM.
Students should enter through CO-OP Lane and go through the security check.
Schedules and Yondr pouches will be distributed before classes begin.
A QR code will be provided for students to register their Yondr pouch before placing their phone inside and securing it for the day.
Grade 9 students will pick up schedules in the Foyer; Grades 10–12 will pick up schedules in the Gym.
The bell will ring at 7:25 AM for students to report to class.
Tomorrow is an ODD Day, with Periods 1, 3, 5, and 7. Teachers will let students know their assigned lunch wave.
Students should also remember that attendance matters from day one. Being present, on time, and ready to learn helps students stay on track academically and toward graduation.
Our staff will be throughout the building to help students with schedules, Yondr registration, classrooms, and any first-day questions.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow and beginning another great year together.
Welcome home to CO-OP!
Paul T. Camarco
Principal
Cooperative Arts & Humanities Magnet High School
CO-OP, where the arts are academics and the academics are art.
We are excited to welcome everyone back as we prepare for the start of the 2026–2027 school year.
As a reminder, our orientation sessions will follow the traditional grade-level schedule, but all CO-OP families are welcome to attend whichever session best fits their schedule:
Wednesday, August 19 — Grades 9 & 10, 5:00–7:00 PM
Thursday, August 20 — Grades 11 & 12, 5:00–7:00 PM
Friday, August 21 — All Grades, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
All sessions will be held in the CO-OP Main Theatre. Families should enter through the College Street and Crown Street entrance.
PowerSchool will open for parents, guardians, and students on Monday, August 24, 2026. Please remember that student schedules are subject to change as we balance class enrollment and staff caseloads in preparation for the start of the school year.
The first day of school is Monday, August 31, 2026. Students may begin arriving at 7:00 AM for breakfast and schedule distribution.
For questions regarding school transportation or bussing, please contact the NHPS School Transportation Office directly at transportationmailbox@new-haven.k12.ct.us.
We look forward to seeing our students and families next week and to beginning another great year together.
Welcome home to CO-OP!
Paul T. Camarco
Principal
Cooperative Arts & Humanities Magnet High School
CO-OP, where the arts are academics and the academics are art.
This email contains the 2026 Final Exam Schedule and important senior graduation information for Cooperative Arts & Humanities Magnet High School.
Senior-only exams will take place on Friday, June 12, 2026, and Monday, June 15, 2026. Both days will be full school days.
Friday, June 12, 2026
Senior Only Exams — Odd Periods, Full School Day
Monday, June 15, 2026
Senior Only Exams — Even Periods, Full School Day
Final exam days for students in grades 9–11 will follow an early dismissal schedule. Students will be dismissed at 11:05 am on exam days. Exam make-up sessions will take place from 11:45 am to 2:05 pm.
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 — Day 1
Exam 1: 7:30 am – 9:10 am
Exam 2: 9:15 am – 10:55 am
Student Dismissal: 11:05 am
Exam Make-Up: 11:45 am – 2:05 pm
Senior Device and Material Return
On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, seniors must return their school-issued devices, chargers, textbooks, and Yondr pouches.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — Day 2
Exam 3: 7:30 am – 9:10 am
Exam 4: 9:15 am – 10:55 am
Student Dismissal: 11:05 am
Exam Make-Up: 11:45 am – 2:05 pm
Thursday, June 18, 2026 — Day 3
Exam 5: 7:30 am – 9:10 am
Exam 6: 9:15 am – 10:55 am
Student Dismissal: 11:05 am
Exam Make-Up: 11:45 am – 2:05 pm
Monday, June 22, 2026 — Day 4
Exam 7: 7:30 am – 9:10 am
Exam 8: 9:15 am – 10:55 am
Student Dismissal: 11:05 am
Exam Make-Up: 11:45 am – 2:05 pm
Graduation: 1:00 pm at the Shubert Theatre
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Last Day of School, Odd Day
Student/Staff Dismissal: 11:05 am
Graduation Rehearsal
Graduation rehearsal will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Seniors should report to CO-OP by 8:00 am and meet in the cafeteria. Students will walk over to the Shubert Theatre at 9:30 am. Please arrive on time.
Senior Breakfast — Students Only
Senior Breakfast will be held at the Omni on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 9:00 am.
Caps and gowns, yearbooks, graduation tickets, and other graduation items will be distributed at this event. All school-issued devices and materials must be returned in order for students to receive their graduation items.
Senior Yearbooks
Senior yearbooks will be distributed during the Senior Breakfast on Thursday, June 18, 2026.
Graduation and Diploma Pickup
Graduation will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the Shubert Theatre.
Graduates should arrive at CO-OP by 12:00 pm and assemble in the cafeteria. Please arrive on time.
Diplomas may be picked up after graduation at the Main Entrance of CO-OP on College Street.
Families are encouraged to review the schedule carefully and make sure students arrive on time each day with any materials needed for their exams and graduation activities. Thank you for your continued support as we close out the school year.
Sincerely,
Mr. Paul T. Camarco
Principal
Cooperative Arts & Humanities Magnet High School
Join us for the Visual Arts Summer Gallery Opening on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 2:30 PM at Cooperative Arts and Humanities High School. This special gallery opening will feature artwork by Rowan Sardegna Barnes and celebrate the creativity of our Visual Arts students. Admission is free, and light snacks will be provided. Guests should enter through the College and Crown Street entrance at 177 College Street, New Haven, CT. We hope to see you there!
Support CO-OP and do good with Chipotle on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at 910 Chapel Street in New Haven. Twenty-five percent of event sales will be donated to Cooperative Arts & Humanities Magnet High School. To participate, show the flyer in the restaurant or order online for pickup using code Q7ZVQGA. Please note that delivery orders and gift cards do not count toward the fundraiser.
Cooperative Arts & Humanities High School proudly presents Dance Springfest Performance on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 6:30 PM for one night only at the Shubert Theatre, 247 College Street, New Haven, CT. Please note the change in venue for this performance, and because of the size of the audience at the Shubert, doors and the lobby will open one hour before showtime rather than 30 minutes before the performance. We encourage families and supporters to get their tickets now for this special evening celebrating the talent, artistry, and hard work of our CO-OP dance students. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults, and tickets are available in the arts office during lunch waves and at the door, while supplies last. This show will sell out. Directed by Stephen Hankey, Christine Kershaw-Hobson, and Tavon Dudley ’09, this promises to be an exciting CO-OP showcase, and we hope you will join us in supporting our student performers on stage at the Shubert.