- Oct. 9th - 13th - PRINCIPAL Appreciation Week! Show Mr. Maddox some love!
- Oct. 9th - NO SCHOOL! STUDENT HOLIDAY - Staff Professional Development day!
- Oct. 10th - Tools for Success - Learn about AISD's Early College Programs
- Oct. 10th - Maestro en Casa class - English class for parents @ 9:30am -12 pm
- Oct. 11th - Tools for Success - Indentify Your children's needs from an early age.
- Oct. 13th - Pep Band Playing at Crockett High School's Football Game!
- Oct. 16th & 17th - Girls Basketball Try Outs - After School till 5:30 pm
- Oct. 17th - 20th - Boys Soccer Try Outs After school till 5:20 pm
- Oct. 20th - FALL FRENZIE! - From 5:30 - 8pm - More Information Coming Soon!
- Oct. 24th - Band Fall Concert!
- Oct. 25th & 26th - Picture Day for the students!
Principal's Message
Dear Covington Middle School Community,
First and foremost, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the parents who attended our recent Coffee with the Principal and Campus Advisory Council meeting. Your presence and engagement in our school community are greatly appreciated.
We want to offer a special thank you to those parents who shared their concerns during the meeting. Your questions and feedback provided us with a valuable opportunity to explain the logistics behind certain decisions, fostering transparency and understanding.
We are thrilled to announce that, with your input and support, we have successfully finalized the Campus Improvement Plan. This plan sets the course for transformative changes aimed at enhancing the educational experience and overall environment at Covington Middle School.
Attention 8th-grade parents: please take note that the PSAT date has been rescheduled to October 24th. If you still wish to opt out, you have the opportunity to do so by completing the survey that was sent out earlier this week.
Your involvement and dedication to our school community continue to make a significant impact. Together, we are paving the way for a brighter future for our students and the Covington Middle School community.
Warm regards,
Cedric Maddox
Proud Principal
Covington Middle School
8th Grade PSAT Test has been RESCHEDULED to October 24th, 2023
❗IMPORTANT: Students with accommodations have to have approval from the college board to use accommodations.
⬇️ IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO OPT OUT YOUR CHILD, PLEASE CLICK LINK BELOW! ⬇️
Here is some helpful information to prepare your student if they choose to take it.
PSAT : https://parents.collegeboard.org/college-board-programs/psat-nmsqt
(check out this link for useful information or resources).
The Parents Guide to PSAT/NMSQT
Learn how the PSAT/NMSQT helps students get ready for college and qualify for scholarships and how parents and families can support students in doing their best on the test
- Student Study Resources
PSAT 8/9: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/pdf/psat-8-9-student-guide.pdf
PSAT practice test (NMSQT) PDFs (official) (article) | Khan Academy
Call the office if you have any questions. 512-414-3276
*THERE IS ALSO A QR CODE BELOW TO OPT OUT OF THE TEST!
Covington Counselor's Corner
Attention Covington Community:
Upcoming 8th Grade High School Visits!
8th graders will begin applying to the high school of their choice this semester, and we have several opportunities for them. Please note the upcoming dates for students (parents do not typically attend these events):
Oct 10- McCallum Visit in the Library (Sign Up to Attend)
Oct. 26- LASA Visit in the Library (Sign Up to Attend)
Dec. 5- Bowie HS Field Trip
Dec. 11- Akins HS Field Trip (tentative, stay tuned for final details)
Covington Colt Store Donation Requests!
We open our Colt Store every Friday during lunch so that students can purchase items using Colt Cash they have earned from their teachers for great behavior and academic progress.
No Place for Hate at Covington!
Covington Middle School believes that having a school community where your child feels safe and respected is an important foundation to their academic success. That is why Covington will be participating in No Place for Hate®, a national program supporting schools in their commitment to celebrating diversity, promoting respect and confronting bullying at all levels.
Developed by the ADL, a leading anti-hate organization that has worked for over a century to “secure justice and fair treatment to all,” No Place for Hate will help us incorporate new anti-bias and bullying prevention resources into our existing programs in order to have one consistent message of inclusivity.
You and your child can help support our No Place for Hate program in a number of ways:
Ask your child about the No Place for Hate activities hosted during the school year.
Ask your child if they signed the No Place for Hate Pledge
Practice No Place for Hate at home! For family resources, visit https://www.adl.org/education-and-resources/resources-for-educators-parents-families.
Counselor.
Jessica Busceme
Now Requesting Donations for our Colt Store !
Covington Colt Store Donation Requests!
We open our Colt Store every Friday during lunch so that students can purchase items using Colt Cash they have earned from their teachers for great behavior and academic progress.
If you would like to purchase an item that has been requested, please click the button below!
Find resources you may need:
Your Parent Support Specialist can help find assistance when needed. Learn new things about school and how to help your child succeed. Look for parent workshops throughout the year!
Esther Williams, Parent Support Specialist 512-414-3276 ext:54748
Submit your request here: https://forms.gle/H3WXDRyYz7rCckYw5
Become leaders in our school!
Your input and participation in the Parent/Teacher Association (PTA) and other school committees such as Campus Advisory Council (CAC)
Become a Parent Volunteer!
Volunteers are welcomed and needed! We could use parent volunteers in our West office, Mon-Tues-Thurs-Friday's.
Everyone who volunteers will need to attend a volunteer orientation: Austin Partners in Education
PTA is focused on making every child's potential a reality by strengthening education and taking a comprehensive approach to community success. And we know there is no community without YOU – our members, our business leaders, our decision-makers.
Thank you for supporting PTA in your Community! Please select the school district* and name of the PTA you would like join. During checkout you can easily add multiple members to the same PTA.
Go to: https://www.joinpta.org/
Choose the district: Austin ISD
Choose the School: Covington Middle School
Follow us on Facebook: Covington Middle School PTA - Austin | Facebook
Covington PTA: https://covingtoncoltspta.weebly.com/
La PTA se centra en hacer realidad el potencial de cada niño reforzando la educación y adoptando un enfoque integral para el éxito de la comunidad. Y sabemos que no hay comunidad sin USTED - nuestros miembros, nuestros líderes empresariales, nuestros tomadores de decisiones.
Gracias por apoyar a la PTA en su Comunidad! Por favor, seleccione el distrito escolar* y el nombre de la PTA a la que desea unirse. Durante el proceso de compra puede añadir fácilmente varios miembros a la misma PTA.
Vaya a: https://www.joinpta.org/
Elija el distrito: Austin ISD
Elija la escuela: Covington Middle School
Síganos en Facebook: Covington Middle School PTA - Austin | Facebook
PTA de Covington: https://covingtoncoltspta.weebly.com/
