Covington Middle School
Upcoming Events
Oct. 20th - No School Parent/Teacher Conference Day
Oct. 20th - P Terry's Spirit Night - Band Booster 4pm - 10pm
Oct. 21st - Football vs. Martin @ Nelson Field 7:30pm
Oct. 23rd - Choir Concert 6pm - 7:30pm
Oct. 24th - Fall Frenzy 5:30 - 7:30pm
Dear Covington Families,
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and are enjoying the extra day off! Just a quick reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Monday, as our staff will be participating in professional development and parent-teacher conferences.
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the parents and community members who attended last week’s Campus Advisory Council (CAC) meeting and Community Meeting. Your understanding, engagement, and thoughtful input on both the Proposed Boundary and Consolidation Plan and the Turnaround Action Plan (TAP) were truly invaluable. The feedback you provided has already prompted meaningful conversations about where adjustments and clarifications are needed. Your voice matters, and it continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of Covington.
This week also marks the start of the second quarter, a fresh opportunity for our students to stay on track and continue building on their success. For students who thrived during the first quarter, this is the time to maintain that momentum. For those who may have struggled, the new quarter offers a clean slate and a chance to improve.
Parents, you play an essential role in your child’s success. Here are a few simple ways to support your student academically:
Review grades and assignments regularly together in the AISD Portal.
Encourage your child to set small, achievable goals each week.
Make time to discuss what they’re learning and ask questions that help them connect lessons to real-life experiences.
Ensure your student has a quiet, distraction-free place to study and complete homework.
Communicate with teachers early and often; together, we can make sure every child feels supported.
And speaking of communication, parent-teacher conferences begin tomorrow! This is a great opportunity to sit down with teachers, celebrate progress, and discuss next steps for growth. If you have specific concerns, I hope you’ve already taken the time to schedule a meeting with your child’s teachers.
Finally, don’t forget that this Friday is our Annual Fall Frenzy, a favorite Covington tradition! This event gives our students the chance to unwind, spend time with friends, and simply enjoy being part of our amazing school community. We’d love for parents to join us as volunteers and help make the day special.
Thank you for your ongoing partnership, your positivity, and your trust in us. Together, we’re making Covington not just a school but a thriving, connected community where every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Your Proud Principal,
Cedric Maddox
Important Emails
Principal: Cedric Maddox
Assistant Principal: Rachel Gregory & Jason Summerville
jason.summerville@austinisd.org
Counselors: Debra Austrum &
Rabecca Mc Donald
We're seeking enthusiastic volunteers for outdoor, skill, and academic games to enrich our students' experience. Parents will earn points for their student's house competition. Sign up to support at
6th Grade: Camila T.
An amazing student who always participates and is happy and willing to help another student.
7th Grade: Sofia B
Always offering to help, does high quality work, and a super sweet student.
8th Grade: Jacob G
He quietly focuses on the job at hand and puts great effort into all he does. He is polite, friendly, and a terrific student.
Covington Counselors’ Corner Week of October 20, 2025
Early College High School Presentation
7th and 8th Grade Families: You are invited to attend an Early College Program Virtual presentation Thursday, October 30th @ 6:00 pm, presented by Rabecca McDonald, Covington 7th M-Z and 8th grade Counselor. Please refer to the below flyer as well as the Counseling Blend page for more information.
More information on Austin ISD's Early College Programs can be found here: Austin ISD Early College Programs.
How To Manage Your Worries - Circle of Control
Austin ISD Parent U Advanced Academics Opportunities Night @ Anderson High School
Referral Process for Students to See a Counselor:
Students will have paper and electronic copies of the referral form to see their counselor. These forms can be found in an electronic version on the Covington Counselors’ BLEND course, as well as in paper copies in teachers’ classrooms. This form should be submitted during lunch, before school, or after school. A counselor will see them within one school day during COLT time (Advisory).
Counselors will not be available during scheduled class times unless it is an emergency. Students are not allowed to come to the counseling office without a pass or without a counselor picking them up. If it is an emergency, teachers will message a counselor so that a counselor can pick up the student without a referral being required.
Parents - You are able to refer your child to see the counselor if you feel they could benefit from speaking with one. Here is the link to do so (for emergencies, please call 9-1-1):
Covington Middle School Parent Referral Form for Counselor
Important Dates
October 20 - Secondary Conferences
October 21 - LASA High School Presentation @ Covington (8th grade sign-up)
October 22 - Unity Day (Wear orange!)
October 27-31 - Red Ribbon Week
October 28 - Early College High School Programs - Student Presentation 9:55-10:25 am
October 30 - Early College High School Programs - Family Virtual Presentation
November 5 - Austin ISD Parent U Advanced Academics Opportunities Night at
Anderson High School 6:00-7:00 pm
November 12 - Crockett HS Visit (8th grade)
Health Screenings in Progress
If your child needs further evaluation due to failed screening, they will be given a referral letter and a copy will be emailed to parents. Please let me know of any provider results.
Screenings include vision, hearing, and acanthosis nigricans for 7th graders. In addition, 7th grade girls and 8th grade boys have spinal screening.
More info: Health Screenings | Austin ISD
Bianca Wan, RN, BSN 512-414-5382 ext: 45382 bianca.wan@austinisd.org
Health Services During School Hours
For all parents, be sure to complete the Parent Consent for Physical Health Related Services. This form was emailed by Principal Maddox.
All medications (prescription and over-the-counter) require both provider and parent authorization to be given at school.
We do not provide OTC meds (like Tylenol or cough drops).
Students may only carry inhalers or EpiPens with the proper documentation from a healthcare provider. No other medications may be carried by students.
If your child has asthma, severe allergies, diabetes, or seizures, please ensure their emergency medication is on campus to avoid treatment delays.
More info: Medical Forms | Austin ISD
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Thank you for partnering with me to help keep our students healthy and safe. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out!
NOTAS DE LOS PADRES: Se pueden usar para justificar un total de 8 ausencias durante el año escolar. Si se exceden las 8 ausencias, se recomienda que los padres/tutores se comuniquen con el director(a) de la escuela para discutir la(s) razón(es) de las ausencias y si se aceptarán notas en el futuro."
LAS SIGUIENTES JUSTIFICACIONES SE CONSIDERARÁN NO JUSTIFICADAS
Se quedó dormido(a), Perdió el autobús, Vacaciones, Padre/madre enfermo(a), Cuidando niños, Cita de un hermano(a), Problemas de transporte, No tiene qué ponerse, El estudiante no quiso venir a la escuela.
PARENT NOTES: May be used to excuse a total of 8 absences for the school year. If exceeding 8, parents/guardians are encouraged to communicate with your campus principal to discuss the reason(s) for absences and whether future notes will be accepted.
THE FOLLOWING EXCUSES WILL REMAIN UNX..
Overslept, Missed bus, Vacation, Babysitting Parent sick, , Sibling Appt, Transportation, Nothing to wear, Student didn't want to come to school.
This year, Austin ISD is launching a new way for students to report safety concerns called Safe Space. Safe Space gives you a way to share important information if you feel unsafe, if someone else needs help, or if something just doesn’t seem right.
You can always go to a trusted adult, that means someone like a teacher, coach, counselor, principal, or assistant principal, someone you feel comfortable going to when you need help or see something wrong.
If you’d rather share information online and/or anonymously, you can go to austinisd.org/safespace and submit a report.
Look around campus for the yellow Safe Space posters; they have the website link and can guide you where to go. Your voice matters and can help keep everyone safe.
Hello Covington Colts! We have outlined campus consequences for student Chromebooks. Here is a one-page document that describes the process of device replacement for parents.
Please email rachel.glassford@austinisd.org if you have any questions.
New Ticketing System for all AISD Games
Covington Middle School
#Colts Strong!
3700 Convict Hill Road, Austin, TX 78749
512-414-3276
