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Cottonwood Elementary School

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Welcome to Cottonwood Elementary School

 

Rooted in the heart of a town rich in history, Cottonwood Elementary School stands as a beacon of learning and community spirit, embodying the legacy of the iconic cottonwood tree that inspired its name. CES, located in the historic town of Cottonwood, Alabama, reflects the community's rich heritage dating back to the 1840s. Founded shortly after the establishment of the town, the school has been an integral part of local development, following the opening of a general store and post office. Since its founding, Cottonwood High School has always been K-12, but in 2021, the school was divided into an elementary (K-6) and a high school (7-12). As Cottonwood has grown, so too has its commitment to education, fostering generations of students in a nurturing environment.

 

 

 

 

Administration

 

Mr. Paul Strange

Principal

pstrange@hcboe.us

334.899.6072

 

 

 

Mrs. Lindsey Andrews

Assistant Principal

andrews.lindsey@hcboe.us

334.899.6072

 

 

 

Federal Programs

 

 

Federal Programs

Cottonwood High School is funded partially by the Federal Government. As a service to the community and other shareholders we aim to offer a high quality education to all students. In order to create a more inclusive and equitable environment for all parents and students, we offer information on all of our Federal Programs below.

Parent Resources Provided by Houston County Schools

 

 Federal Program Documents and Information

CES 2025-2026 Parent and Family Engagement Plan

CHS 2025-2026 Parent and Family Engagement (Spanish)

CHS 2025-2026 Annual Title I Parent Meeting Powerpoint

CHS 2025-2026 School Parent Compact

CHS 2025-2026 Parent's Right to Know

CHS 2025-2026 ACIP Strategy Map

 

 

Contacts for Federal Programs

Federal Programs Director: Cheryl Smith (334-792-8331)  

Homeless Migrant/District Representative:  Cheryl Smith (334-792-8331)

EL District Representative: Cheryl Smith, Federal Programs Director  (334-792-8331)

EL District Coordinator: Reyna Starling (334-792-8331) 

CHS Homeless Migrant Liason: Kala Reynolds (334-691-2587)