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Dear Coble parents and guardians,

The district will be implementing new Evolv weapons detection systems at our campus, and began the new process during morning arrival on Thursday, Aug. 29. All students arriving in the morning will use doors 1 and 11 to be screened prior to entering the building.

The Evolv system’s technology will offer an added layer of protection to our campus safety and security program. Everyone who comes to Coble during regular school hours will be screened – this includes students who arrive late, students who return from off campus activities/sports and any parents or other visitors to campus.

Prior to walking through the screening area, students and visitors will be asked to remove laptops from backpacks so they don’t set off an alarm. They will then need to pass their laptop, and only their laptop, around the screening system. Some common items like umbrellas and eyeglass cases can cause an alert, so it’s best to carry them separately or leave them at home.

If the system alerts a concern, a student will be directed to search area where a campus administrator will search the flagged location. Student identification is still required to enter our building. Students who lose or forget their ID will be required to go through the Evolv system before going to the ID pickup location. Visitors will be given the option to agree to a search. If they decline, they’ll be asked to leave.

The Evolv system is being used in other districts around the country and at large entertainment venues, so it is known for screening large groups quickly; however, as our staff implements this new process, there could be a few delays. We appreciate everyone’s patience as we work to ensure our campus is as safe as possible.

For more information, please watch this video about Evolv or visit the MISD website.

Sincerely,

Travis Moore
Principal
Coble Middle School

Hello Week-

Loneliness and depression can cause children and youth to pull away and, in serious situations, even hurt themselves or others. #StartWithHelloWeek teaches students to be more inclusive and connected to each other. Be part of the culture change! At James Coble Middle School, we want to be intentional about making everyone feel included. Please join in on our fun activities during Hello Week, September 16-19.

Join us for a Student Council Info Meeting on Wednesday, September 4th. There will be two meetings, 8:15 am and during lunch, to discuss what our club is all about and requirements for joining. Students are only required to attend one meeting. See Mrs. Silerio ( library), Mrs. Noonan ( B5), or Coach Kyner (Lab 2) with any questions.

Come join us for fun with learning and playing chess. We will get to compete in UIL later in the year. Every Monday afternoon from 4:15 to 5:00. Mrs. Cross' Science Room - B6 ---- See you soon!

FCA Bible Study will be held every Monday beginning September 9, 2024. We will meet in the library at 8:15. This is for all students, and faculty who would like to participate. We are excited to learn what God's plan is for each of us. We hope you will join us. Contact Coach Thibert with any questions.

Boys2Men Male Mentoring will meet after school on Wednesdays in Coach Gray's room (AVID, across from the gym) starting September 18th from 4:30-5:30pm.

Boys2Men Male Mentoring is an after-school program designed to provide young male students with guidance from positive male role models.

Our goals are to assist young men in character development, goal setting, decision making, and critical thinking skills by conducting small group discussions and project based learning from a variety of topics that are relevant to the lives and futures of the young men, setting the standard of what it is to be a young man at Coble Middle School.

Use the information below to see if your student is eligible for bus service.

1. To use the Find My Bus System, enter the street address and select the appropriate grade level of the student.

2. Schools assigned to your street address will display. If the campus code is not highlighted, the text will indicate the address is within the walk zone of your school. Click on the highlighted Campus Code to see the bus stops assigned to your address. Walk zone means Transportation is not provided for the address.

Click here to find the bus route information.

Mansfield ISD Student Nutrition uses SchoolCafé as our provider for online meal payments and free/reduced lunch. (The district transitioned from MySchoolBucks in July 2020.)

SchoolCafé is a safe and secure way for parents to monitor student(s) account balance, view purchases and payments and set up low balance email alerts. Register for a SchoolCafé account. School Café Account Set Up- En Español

• For the 2024-25 school year, students must pay for the meals or qualify for free and reduced meal benefits.

• Families that are eligible for free or reduced-priced meals must complete a meal application.

• All other students will pay full price for breakfast and lunch at the listed rates. Student meal pricing, and details about the online payment system are available on the Cafeteria Menus page. Students may also bring cash or check to school to pay for meals.

If you have questions regarding your or your child's cafeteria account (transferring or obtaining unused funds from account balances, application status, purchase history, obtaining ID or PIN, enrollment, etc.), please be ready to provide all names, schools, and IDs along with your questions to:

Contact: Director of Student Nutrition

Phone: (817) 299-6040

Email: StudentNutrition@misdmail.org

Students must wear a current James Coble MS ID around their neck to enter the building, throughout the day, and any time they are on campus.

• School ID's will be issued after the first week of school.
• We provide 2 ID’s to every student at no cost. Each additional ID costs $5. Please remind your students of the importance of wearing their ID’s every day.
• Administration will be walking the halls between classes and will identify students who do not have their ID’s.
• Students who are not wearing their Coble ID will receive 2 days of lunch detention.

Students are expected to keep their devices turned off and stored away during the school day. Students who violate the campus policy will be subject to disciplinary actions.

Please familiarize yourself with the MISD cell phone policy. Click here to read the policy.

Come out and support your Coyotes as we kick-off the 2024 football season with our home opener against the Worley Tigers. Let's pack the stands and show our Coyote Pride!

Please visit the Official Coyote Athletics Website for all Coyote Athletics News.

All students entering Texas schools shall show acceptable evidence of vaccination prior to entry, attendance or transfer to a child-care facility or public or private elementary or secondary school in Texas. View the 2024-25 immunization requirements chart.

Incoming 7th graders will need bring an updated paper copy of their vaccination records in order to receive a schedule. 7th graders need a meningococcal and TDAP vaccination. For more information please If you have any questions, please call the clinic at 682-314-4910 or email our nurses Ashley Tovar or Kimberly Johnson.

Contact info: SonyaJones@misdmail.org phone # 682-314-4917

Katrina Benton- 8th Grade Counselor

Contact info: KatrinaBenton@misdmail.org phone # 682-314-4903

Congratulations to our MISD Summer Reading Beanstack Challenge Winners!

Our readers read and logged 600 minutes over their summer break using Beanstack! Beanstack is a new district initiative to encourage reading by allowing students to complete reading challenges and to log their minutes digitally through the app. Congrats to Rahaf, Benjamin, Javier, Bella, and Destiny!

If you have any questions about our library, please call our librarian Mrs. Melissa Silerio at 682-314-4915 or email her at melissasilerio@misdmail.org. We look forward to reading our way through 24-25!

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Email: travismoore@misdmail.org
Website: https://coble.mansfieldisd.org
Location: 1200 Ballweg Rd, Arlington, TX 76002, USA
Phone: 682-314-4900