What started as a simple idea to refresh a faded mural became something much more meaningful! We saw an opportunity to create a space that reflects not only our pride in Cope Middle, but also the heart of our community. With our strong connection to Barksdale Air Force Base and the many military-connected students we serve, the new mural on the Hero Wall was a natural extension of our Heroes Garden, planted in 2023. Together, they tell a story of school pride, community, and gratitude for those who serve. Special thanks and recognition to the Artistic Shark, Chris Opp, for bringing this idea to life. Please take a moment to drive by and take a look; it is absolutely stunning! 💙🇺🇸💙 At Cope Middle School, everything matters! 💙🐾🧡 #theCopeDifference #BossierSchools #EverythingMatters

Back to School night is Tuesday. Come meet the teachers and get an overview of classroom expectations and learning. Don't forget to sign up to be part of the PTO team. We can't do what we do, without all the continued support from our parents!

7th grade minute to win it!

6th grade back to school races!

8th grade tug of war was serious!!

I had the most fun walking through and getting a glimpse of Mrs. Alexander's lesson on how our right and left brains work to think through ELA content. So much laughter and teamwork! So thankful you've joined our team!!

🎉🎉Congratulations to our PLAYERS OF THE WEEK for CMS Girls' Volleyball for the week of Aug 10, 2026. Way to go, Lady Cougars!

Find your Camo top NOW to wear on Thursday to support our volleyball teams as we "Hunt the Tigers!"

Our Cross Country team is looking for athletes! Any grade level can try out! 💙🧡🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🧡💙

Cougars should bring their BIG SMILES on Wednesday, Aug 12 for yearbook pictures!

Picture day TOMORROW!

🚨🚨 NEW PROCEDURE ALERT!!🚨🚨

The district is accepting up to five parent notes that will count as up to 5 excused absences for the school year. If your student is absent for any reason that is not considered excused, please fill out the attached parent note and turn it into the student office within 5 school days. Please use the letter that is linked here that is on the district's letterhead.

To find this document online, go to:
www.bossierschools.org
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Students and Parents
Students & Parents Resources
Then scroll to the bottom to find "Parent Note for Excused Absence" icon
Download the document.


Here is a direct link to the document: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19GBtd0SdXZFA698IQAIXJQPlpTXWe11W/view

Cope Middle School students/parents will turn in this completed form to Laurie.Priestly@bossierschools.org or turn the completed document to her in our CMS front office.

🏐🏐Tomorrow is GAME DAY!! 🏐🏐 Dress up for school following the description in the graphic, and then wear that Western gear to our first home volleyball games beginning at 5:00pm! All students must have an adult accompanying them to all games!

Cougars should bring their BIG SMILES on Wednesday, Aug 12 for yearbook pictures!

Mrs. Vance's seventh grades students did a fun scavenger hunt today where they had to find all the different resources available to them in the classroom, and then stamped each item on their worksheet. It was a great way for students to learn where needed items are and get up and move!

#theCopeDifference #EverythingMatters

GAME DAY IS COMING!!! Monday, Aug 10 is our first girls' volleyball games. It's also our first spirit dress day! This means students can wear these themed items to school to show support for our girls' team. If you choose not to dress in themed attire, regular school uniform is required! Then, come support our girls in the Cope gym to cheer them on to their first win at 5:00pm! All students who attend games must be accompanied by an adult. Please read the graphic!

August events at a glance. By clicking the blue links you will be able to see specific information like the schedules for sports with times and spirit days the attire students can wear. Show your kids and explore this document so you have all the info! School spirit store is on their and supplies list. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1JGcTQvetmiAL3EPrgEBZpUuCy878HIdv_5n1JoOJJNA/edit?usp=drivesdk

A few of our 6th graders first lunch shift here at Cope!

🔔🔔Tomorrow is the big day.... 1st Day Back to School 2026 at Cope Middle! Doors open at 7:05am for students to enter. First bell rings at 7:20 for students to report to class. Students who do not have their schedule will report to the library to pick up their schedules. Students can bring school supplies a few at a time each day of school until they have brought them all. They don't have to have them all tomorrow. Buses drop off in front of the school. Car riders should be dropped off on the side of the school. Duty people will be in carline to assist; please follow their instructions! Please follow these graphics to help make the first few days safe and efficient! We are excited to see you!