The John Cooper Middle School Earns Top Honors in Local Competition

THE WOODLANDS, TX -- The John Cooper School’s Middle School students continue to push the boundaries of STEM achievement, earning an impressive third-place finish at the Science Bowl last Friday, February 7. Competing against 16 elite teams, these students demonstrated exceptional critical thinking, teamwork, and scientific expertise, reinforcing Cooper’s commitment to fostering the next generation of innovators.

The Cooper Science Bowl team, consisting of Arjun Bansal ‘29, Noah Treadwell ‘29, Om Rajesh ‘29, Matthew Sturm ’29, and Dhruv Desai ‘29, fought their way through an intense series of rounds to reach the semi-finals, proving their mastery of science and problem-solving. Their strong performance highlights the School’s focus on providing students with advanced opportunities in STEM education.

"Our Dragons continue to excel in high-level STEM competitions, proving that Cooper is a place where curiosity, innovation, and academic passion thrive," said Bridget Guisinger, Middle School Science teacher. "Their success at the Science Bowl and their willingness to compete in multiple events highlight the strength of our STEM programs and the bright futures ahead for these young scholars."

The John Cooper School: A Hub for Innovation

At Cooper, students are immersed in an environment that encourages exploration, problem solving, and leadership in STEM fields. The School’s participation in high-stakes competitions like the Science Bowl, Math Bowl, and the SCI://TECH Math Bowl is part of a broader effort to prepare students for the future of innovation and discovery. Through rigorous academic programs, hands-on learning experiences, and exposure to real-world challenges, Cooper continues to be a leader in STEM education.

The John Cooper School is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational, college preparatory day school. The School's mission is to provide a challenging education in a caring environment to a diverse group of select students, enabling them to become critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, responsible citizens and leaders, and lifelong learners.