April 27 - We're not done yet!

Posted Date: 4/27/25 (4:15 PM)

E.A. Cox Middle School

April/May 2025

Hello Cougar Families

Whew! TCAPs are over! Our Cougars did an amazing job! It's difficult to change an entire school's testing culture but there was a significant shift toward the positive. We couldn't have done that without the dedication of our staff, the hard work of our students and the support of our Cougar families. We know everyone gave it their best and we're excited to see the test results later this summer!

With that said, TCAPs are over but we're NOT DONE teaching! Monday we will return to normal schedules and a full day of learning. Often times people believe "we're done" after testing and that is simply not true. A full day of instruction will resume as do the expectations for behavior. Just as in sports, we're not giving up halfway through the 4th quarter. We're commited until the final whistle blows - we've still got work to do!

Yes, our guardians still have work to do, too - the end of the month is nearly here - by April 30th all of our returning students should be registered! We've had less than half of our families complete this task so far. It's imperative so we know how to plan for next year! If you think the process is overwhelming, it is not! We've uploaded a step by step how to register on both Facebook and in a previous parentsquare post.

Also, Lost & Found: We show daily pictures of our lost & found items on the TVs within the building. If your student has lost something, please have them check with Ms. NeeCee in the couselors office ASAP. All items will be donated at the end of the year.

A blue and black announcement with yellow text and stars, reminding people to register for the 2025/2026 school year online.

Registration is REQUIRED for all students along with 3 proofs of current address. Registration will not be processed without proofs of address. Delayed registration may affect your student's schedule for next school year.

8th grade dance this Friday 5:30-7:30p

A colorful floral border frames an announcement for an 8th grade end-of-year dance on May 2, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 PM. Tickets are $10 until April 25th, then $20 at the door.

The luau themed dance is "Sunday Best" and students must meet school expectations.

Athletic Banquet

All CMS athletes and their guardians are invited to our Athletic Banquet on May 19th. Our community partner & gracious supporter, West 7th Church of Christ is sponsoring dinner at 405 W. 7th St.

We look forward to recognizing all our athletes and coaches that have given their time and energies to make this a great sports year!

A flyer announcing a drive-thru TDAP vaccine clinic in Maury County, TN, with dates, times, and location information.

7th grade Immunizations REQUIRED

A reminder to our current 6th grade guardians...by state law, all incoming 7th graders are required to have updated immunizations prior to starting 7th grade. Please take advantage of this clinic or schedule an appointment with your health care provider. Please do not wait until the week before school starts to complete this task. Inevitably, people wait until the last minute and providers are generally already booked.

Mark Your Calendars

A graphic promoting free sports physicals for boys and girls, featuring sports equipment like a baseball bat, basketball, football, and tennis racket.

A poster announcing a Spring Concert on May 15th at 6:30 PM, featuring a field of colorful tulips under a blue sky with white butterflies.

A red and gold poster announcing 5th, 6th, and 7th grade awards on May 21st at 1pm.

A red and gold poster with a waving curtain design announces an 8th grade awards ceremony and clap out on May 22, 2025, from 9:30-11 am in the gym. 8th graders may sign out afterwards.

A poster for the Cougar Carnival, featuring a cougar sitting on a wheel, with the date May 16 and a rain date of May 19.

Cougar Carnival Is Coming

We're excited to bring back the Cougar Carnival to EA Cox!

We have lots games, inflatables, activities, events, food trucks and concessions planned for this fun filled day to celebrate a great year with our students.

As May 16th draws near, we will be sharing the exciting details!

Honor Roll & Principal's List

We're so thrilled to share the academic achievements of our students. We salute their commitment and hard work in the classroom! Great job, Cougars!

Q3 Honor Roll & Principal's List

Q2 Honor Roll & Principal's List

Q1 Honor Roll & Principal's List

A blue megaphone with yellow lightning bolts, announcing important messages from Dr. Potts.

Daily Reminders

Hoodies & blankets cannot be worn in the building
Students must keep their hands to themselves
No running in the halls
Gum is not allowed
Dress code shirts must be worn under all jackets & hoodies
Yoga pants are not dress code appropriate
Midriffs cannot be exposed
Cell phones must be stored in lockers
No perfumes, body spray, aerosolized bottles at school
Students cannot be dropped off before 7AM
No early sign outs after 2:15pm
Government issued ID required to enter the building

School Website

A yellow sign with black stripes reads 'CELL PHONES & HOODIES GO IN THE LOCKER' with a drawing of a hooded sweatshirt and a smartphone.

Hoodies & Cell Phones

Students are allowed to wear hoodies to school but like cell phones they will be required to be put in their lockers during the school day.

Students must wear dress code appropriate shirts to school underneath as they will not be allowed to wear hoodies during the school day.

We appreciate the support we have received this past week from our guardians to keep our students safe and accountable.

Attendance Reminders

We take your students attendance seriously. Your student cannot learn & grow academically if they are not at school. We realize occasional absences are inevitable, so as we start the second semester, a few attendance reminders:

All excuse notes must be submitted within 5 days of original absence
Notes can be hand delivered to the office or emailed to mshamburg@mauryk12.org
5 parent notes allowed per semester, not applicable if a truancy referral is in place
Every 4 tardies to school, 4 early sign outs or combination is considered 1 unexcused absence
Early sign outs before 11:15am is a full day absence
5 unexcused absences results in a letter & school truancy meeting
10 unexcused absences results in a letter
12 unexcused absences a truancy referral is made and court proceedings can occur