BE a HAWK!

Monday, May 4, 2026 - CGIS Band Spring Concert

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 - 4th Grade Field Trip

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 - CDC Field Trip

Thursday, May 7, 2026 - PTC Monthly Meeting

Thursday, May 7, 2026 - Student Counsel Field Trip

Friday, May 8, 2026- CGIS Performing Arts Family Performance- 7:00pm

Monday, May 11, 2026 -6th/7th Girls Basketball Tryouts

Monday, May 11, 2026 - CGIS Night of Honor

Monday, May 11, 2026 - Band Instrument Preview Night

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - CGIS Welcomes Class of 2026 for Senior Breakfast

Thursday, May 14, 2026 - Last Day to turn in Library Books

Thursday, May 14, 2026- AR Double Readers Reward Field Trip

Thursday, May 14, 2026 - CGIS Spring Orchestra Family Performance

Friday, May 15, 2026 - 6th/7th Respect Games

Friday, May 15, 2026 - 5th Grade Park Day

Monday, May 18, 2026 - 4th/5th Respect Games

Monday, May 18, 2026- 7th Grade Field Trip

Monday, May 18, 2026 - 6th Grade Park Day

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 - Soaring on Up Day- (MCS grade level preview day for next year)

Tuesday, May 19, 2026- 7th Grade Movie Night- Family Event at Parkway Drive-In

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - 4th Grade Park Day

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - May Madness

Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 6th Grade Barter Day

Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 7th Grade Capstone Awards

Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 7th Grade Clap Out -2:10pm

Friday, May 22, 2026 - Report Cards Sent Home via email

Friday, May 22, 2026 - Last Day of School- 1/2 Day, Dismissal at 11:10am

UPDATED CELL PHONE AND WEARABLE DEVICE POLICY

At the June Board of Education meeting, the School Board approved updates to Policy 6.312 in response to a new Tennessee state law (HB 932/SB 897). This legislation restricts the use of personal wireless communication devices, such as cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, and similar items, in schools.

Our policy requires that these devices be turned off and stored out of sight for the entire school day, unless specifically permitted for educational purposes by a teacher or administrator, or allowed under a student’s IEP or health plan. For CGIS students, this means no phones from 7:00am-2:40pm each day.

We believe this change will have a positive impact on student health, behavior, and focus by reducing distractions and preserving valuable learning time.

Please take a moment to review these expectations with your student before school begins. The full policy is available on the MCS website under Board Policies.

Here are some school traffic safety reminders as we have recently noted some concerns:

Assigned teachers and student Rangers/Safety Ambassadors help keep our students safe as they enter and leave school each day. Your cooperation is appreciated in maintaining safety and making arrival and dismissal as safe and as efficient as possible. Please follow these guidelines for morning arrival and afternoon pickup:

Car drop off areas are Sevierville Road and Hilltop entrances only. (Drop off for handicapped students occurs at the back entrance after buses have cleared. No other students should be dropped off at the back entrance.)

Please help us by ensuring that students are ready to exit their vehicle in the morning and ready to meet their ride in the afternoon.

• Procedures for Sevierville Road (Main) Drop off and Pick Up
• Use the first lane when traffic is light (prior to 7:10 am or if staff are not present and after 2:55 pm); do not make your child cross a lane of traffic if you are able to pull to the curb.
• When traffic guards are on duty, use both lanes and pull as far forward as possible.
• Allow your child to exit from the car only after you have rounded the curve at the theater end of the building. Do not allow students to exit vehicles before you reach the designated sidewalk areas.
• Remember that students will be crossing around you, so remain stopped until the teachers on arrival duty direct you to proceed.
• Do not enter the main drop off area from Hilltop; instead, you should enter the main drop off via Sevierville Road.
• Procedures for Hilltop Drop Off and Pick Up
• Hilltop drop off and pick up is an additional area designated to provide another convenient drop off and pick up point for families.
• During morning drop off, this area isn't staffed as it is a one-lane drop off area.
• We recommend that students sit on the right side of the vehicle for safe and easy drop off and access to the sidewalk.
• Cars should wait in line while students are being dropped off and picked up.
• Please do not pass cars that are dropping off children.
• Please be sensitive to the fact that our children need your full attention during arrival and dismissal and not use your cell phone. Tennessee state law bans the use of a handheld mobile device in a school zone.
• Please do not drop students off in our staff parking areas unless you are parking and walking them in or out. The parking area may be blocked off during our busiest traffic times for safety purposes.
• Students should use the sidewalks and cross walks at all times.
• Follow the directions of the individuals directing traffic and be patient. Safety is more important than speed!

Please Notify Us if You Are Moving

If you are moving over the summer, it is very important that you let us know!

Whether you are moving within our Maryville City Schools District, or moving out of the area this summer, please email Delaine Bennett in our Student Services Office at

delaine.bennett@maryville-schools.org.

If you are moving completely out of Maryville City Schools, you will also need to the begin withdrawal process by clicking on the link below!

Withdraw & Release Records - Coulter Grove Intermediate School

Withdraw & Release Records - Coulter Grove Intermediate School

launchcgis.maryville-schools.org

CONGRATATIONS for making the MJHS Volleyball team!

Any rising 6th or 7th grade student who is interested in trying out for the 2026-2027 CGIS Basketball teams can see Coach Cahak and Coach Warner for more information.

Mark your calendars for the dates listed in our important dates.

Girls Open Gym Dates: April 13, 20, 27 from 2:45-4:30pm

Boys Open Gym Dates: April 10, 17, 24 from 2:45-4:30pm

Girls Try Outs: May 11 and 13 from 2:45-4:30pm

Boys Try Outs: May 14 and 15 from 2:45-5:00pm

This event is for CGIS and MRIS students.

Join us for a fun night to watch The Outsiders! This is an event for the whole family to enjoy. Please do NOT drop your students off at the drive-in.

All students entering 7th grade are required to have the following immunizations PRIOR to Monday, August 03, 2026.

Tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis booster (“T-dap”)

Verification of immunity to Varicella (chicken pox): 2 doses or history (dates) of disease – either must be documented.

For your student to start school at Coulter Grove Intermediate School on Monday, August 03, 2026, an updated immunization record, printed on the OFFICIAL “Tennessee Department of Health Certificate of Immunization” form, must be provided to the school.

PLEASE use these next few months to get your child’s immunizations updated and PRINTED ON THE CORRECT FORM. Your health care provider or the local health department can do this.

If, for religious reasons, your child is exempt from immunizations, please stop by the school clinic and sign a “Religious Exemption” form before August 03, 2026.

Thank you,

Denise Best

Coulter Grove Intermediate School

Clinic 982-6484

We encourage you to check out this unique contest! 6th and 7th grade teachers will be encouraging students to participate! Be sure to read the flyer below for the details and deadlines!

As we approach the end of our school year, we want to share information about some teacher coverage for the end of the school year.

• Chris Campbell and his wife, Hannah, recently had a second baby! Congratulations! He is now on paternity leave, and we are filling his teaching role with substitute teachers to finish out the school year.
• Katie Voyles, our CGIS librarian, has been facing some sudden medical issues and has been in the hospital for about two weeks. It is likely that she will also finish out the year on leave. Beth Farner has agreed to finish the year in the library and will be taking care of sending out notices to return books, managing classes and communicating to families as needed to close out the year in the library.

REQUIRED: Wired, USB-C Ear Buds – no blue tooth wireless ear buds

Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time to sign up for athletic summer camps! Students always have a blast learning new skills and having fun. Just scan the QR code to register through GoFan or Parks & Rec!

Register for the following via gofan.co:

Girls Soccer

Boys Soccer

Baseball

Dance

Wrestling

Boys Basketball

Cheerleading

Volleyball

Register for the following through Parks & Rec:

Football

Softball

Track and Field

We are excited to announce that for the 4th straight year, CGIS is a Capturing Kids' Heart National Showcase School! This honor highlights our commitment to provide our students and staff with a positive, connected and character filled culture as we strive to encourage students and staff to BE the best version of ourselves both inside and out of the classroom! Congratulations to our administration, students, and staff on this accomplishment!

This month’s Leadworthy Character Trait is Perseverance- BE STRONG AND FINISH STRONG!

What is Perseverance?

Perseverance is the willingness and ability to keep going when things are tough. People who persevere show steadfastness and give the extra effort needed to do something despite how hard it is or how long it takes to reach the goal.

Why focus on Perseverance?

• Perseverance encourages positive self-talk and thinking. When faced with difficult tasks, perseverance helps students reframe with positive thoughts, such as: "I'm not good at this YET!"
• Perseverance develops empathy. Students gain a better understanding of who they are and develop more empathy and compassion for others who may struggle to reach a goal.
• Perseverance sparks personal growth. Pushing through complex tasks builds resilience and helps students discover how capable they are.

Perseverance in Action:

• Share stories and challenging experiences. Be vulnerable and share personal experiences when you have struggled with a task or concept and had to work hard to push through.
• Praise effort and process, not intelligence or performance. Affirm students for the process they used to tackle tasks and point out how their abilities grow through their own hard work.
• Give your students the chance to struggle. Struggle builds self-confidence, independence, and perseverance. Resist the urge to intervene immediately and give students time to figure it out.