Looking for a supportive space to unwind, express yourself, and recharge after school? This weekly program connects creative art-making with everyday mental health and self-care strategies. Students will use a variety of artistic mediums to explore feelings, reduce stress, and build social-emotional awareness. In addition to creating art, participants will learn practical, everyday tools for managing stress and overwhelm, giving you effective coping strategies you can rely on anywhere, even when you don't have art supplies on hand.

The Power of People Leadership Institute (POPLI) is hosting a weekly program during Hawk Connection called Boys of Hope that brings together boys and men from the community, rooted in community and experiential learning to encourage ongoing critical thinking and reflection at Cooper High School. Together, groups will focus on five core curriculum components: personal power, cultural awareness, manhood, leadership development, and service-learning. Come and join our journey together to embrace success, become positive leaders through community service, plan a positive future, and enhance your school environment.

The Power of People Leadership Institute (POPLI) is hosting a weekly program during Hawk Connection called Girls Taking Action that motivates, mentors, empowers, engages, and educates girls at Cooper High School to succeed in school and life. Come and join our journey together to embrace success, become positive leaders through community service, plan a positive future, and enhance your school environment.