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Show Your Eagle Pride! 

The 2026–2027 Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School Student Handbook is Here! Dear Robert A. Cross families, As we prepare for an exciting school year, we encourage all students and families to review our 2026–2027 Student Handbook. This resource includes important information about school expectations, academic policies, attendance, student conduct, dress code, procedures, and much more. Taking a few moments to read the handbook together will help ensure a successful start to the school year and a shared understanding of what it means to be an Elite Eagle. Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to an outstanding year of learning, leadership, and academic excellence! 📖 Access the Student Handbook here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/agvzbw/xjaz/ #EliteEagles #AcademicExcellence #OneTeamOneMission

Dear Robert A. Cross Families,

We hope this message finds you well!

We are asking for your assistance by completing the Dougherty County Migrant Occupational Survey for your child(ren). This survey is required for every student, every school year and helps determine whether students or their families may qualify for services through the Migrant Education Program (MEP).

The Migrant Education Program is a federally funded program that provides academic and supportive services to children and families who have moved to Dougherty County within the past three years to work in agriculture or fishing. These services help students overcome challenges such as educational interruptions, frequent moves, language and cultural differences, and health-related needs.

We encourage all families to complete the survey as soon as possible using the link below:

🔗 English Version:
https://forms.gle/QhtyzkKqem1VQajP7

Spanish Version:
https://forms.gle/hev4S7nEgtzvLQuR6

Thank you for your prompt attention and continued partnership in supporting the success of every Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School student.

📣 You’re Invited to Open House! 🦅 The Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School family is excited to welcome our new and returning students and parents for Open House! Come meet your teachers, tour the building, receive important back-to-school information, and get ready for an outstanding year of learning. Thursday, July 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM Friday, July 31, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM We can’t wait to welcome our Eagle families and kick off another year of excellence. Here’s to an amazing 2026–2027 school year, the Robert Cross Way! ❤️🤍💙 #EliteEagles #TheRobertCrossWay #AcademicExcellence #OpenHouse2026 #OneTeamOneMission

Middle school student schedules for the 2026–2027 school year will be available in the Parent & Student Portal from May 22–June 5 for review. Schedules are tentative and may change due to enrollment, staffing, and scheduling adjustments. Please review schedules carefully to ensure course accuracy and alignment with approved requests. Schedule changes will NOT be made for teacher preference, lunch preference, friends, preferred class periods, or elective changes after deadlines. If you identify a legitimate scheduling concern, please complete the Google Form linked in the portal documents. School counselors will review submissions and follow up directly with families and students. Please do not call schools or counselor offices regarding schedule changes during this review window.

Middle school student schedules for the 2026–2027 school year will be available in the Parent & Student Portal from May 22–June 5 for review. Schedules are tentative and may change due to enrollment, staffing, and scheduling adjustments. Please review schedules carefully to ensure course accuracy and alignment with approved requests. Schedule changes will NOT be made for teacher preference, lunch preference, friends, preferred class periods, or elective changes after deadlines. If you identify a legitimate scheduling concern, please complete the Google Form linked in the portal documents. School counselors will review submissions and follow up directly with families and students. Please do not call schools or counselor offices regarding schedule changes during this review window.

🦅 CROSS GAMES IS HERE! 🦅 Parents, Cross Games week is almost here at Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School! Please review the attached flyer for important attire guidelines, grade-level dates, and event details. We look forward to an exciting week of fun, competition, and Eagle Pride as our students represent “The Robert Cross Way!” ❤️🤍💙 #CrossGames #RobertCrossWay #RCMSExcellence #EaglePride

Attention, Students Zoned for Albany Middle School Summer Basketball Tryouts & Workouts are almost here! 📅 Tryouts: June 1–2, 2026 🏀 Workouts Begin: June 3, 2026 ⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM 📍 Albany Middle School Gym 📋 Students must have a current physical and completed FinalForms registration to participate.

Tonight is the night! ✨🌙 Our Enchanted Garden Middle School Formal begins at 6:00 PM! Parents, please remember: 📸 Professional Photos: $10 (Cash Only) | 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 🚗 Drop Off/Pick Up: Parent pick-up area on the side of the building 💃 Dance Time: 6:00 PM–9:00 PM Tickets can be purchased at the door! We can’t wait to celebrate A Night in Bloom with our scholars! Let’s make it a magical, safe, and unforgettable evening. 🌸✨

📚🦅 Attention Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School Grades 6–7 Parents! 🦅📚 The Georgia Milestones ELA Assessment is almost here, and it’s time for our students to shine The Robert Cross Way! Our 8th grade students set the bar high with 100% attendance every day of testing and now it’s your turn, Grades 6–7! Let’s meet the challenge and show that same level of excellence! 💪🏽 ✅ Get a good night’s rest ✅ Eat a healthy breakfast ✅ Arrive at school on time ✅ Come ready to do your best Together, we can help our students perform with confidence and success. Let’s show up, stay focused, and make every moment count! ❤️🤍💙 Together, We Succeed, The Robert Cross Way! 🦅

Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 is here! Join Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School as we celebrate our incredible faculty and staff! Use our Faculty & Staff Favorites Guide along with our themed appreciation days to help show love all week long. Every thoughtful gesture makes a difference! ❤️💙 Click your child’s teacher favorites list and let’s celebrate The Robert Cross Way! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ZNwKpa_Wn9G_mOfn8Q8_cWNJ-De8s9m9pjITh23l43o/edit?usp=drivesdk

🏀 Attention Rising 9th Graders! 🏀

Ready to take your game to the next level? Don’t miss your chance to become a Westover Patriot! Join the Westover High School Basketball Summer Tryouts on May 19th & 20th at Westover Gym.

📍 Upcoming 9th & 10th Graders: 4:15 PM
Bring your best, work hard, and show what you’ve got!

For additional details, please refer to the flyer or contact the coaches listed. #RobertCrossWay #Rising9thGraders #WestoverPatriots #NextLevel #FuturePatriot

🍎🎉 Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School is excited to celebrate Teachers & Staff Appreciation Week: May 4–8, 2026! 🎉🍎 Our incredible faculty and staff make a difference every day, and this is our opportunity to show just how much we appreciate them! Along with our themed spirit days, families can make appreciation even more personal. 📲 Click the QR code to view our Faculty & Staff Favorite’s List and discover your favorite staff member’s favorite snacks, drinks, colors, and more! Let’s work together to make this week extra special for the amazing educators and staff who help make Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School shine! ❤️💙 Thank you for your continued support as we celebrate our staff the Robert Cross Way! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #RobertCrossWay #EliteEagles #AcademicExcellence

🌙✨ Our Enchanted Garden Middle School Formal is almost here! Join us Friday, May 8 from 6:00–9:00 PM for A Night in Bloom. Please review formal dress code expectations carefully before the big night to ensure all students are dressed appropriately and ready for an elegant, memorable evening. Tickets are on sale now so don’t wait until the last minute! Let’s represent The Robert Cross Way with class, pride, and maturity. 🌸🦅 See flyer for full details.

Heads up!!! 

Tomorrow is the first day of Georgia Milestones testing for our 8th grade students, beginning with ELA! We encourage all students to get a good night’s rest, arrive bright and early, and come ready to do their very best. Let’s show what The Robert Cross Way looks like...prepared, positive, and ready to shine! #RobertCrossWay #GeorgiaMilestones #TestingTomorrow #AcademicExcellence

Cross Games shirts are now on sale!! Shirts are $20 each and available in sizes Small–3X. Order forms and payment are due by Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Please return all orders to your child’s homeroom teacher. Parents are also welcome to purchase a shirt.

Attention 5th, 6th, and 7th grade girls zoned for Merry Acres Middle School and interested in cheering for the 2026–2027 school year: Merry Acres Cheer information is here. Please review the attached flyers for the virtual interest meeting, tryout dates, registration requirements, and important details. See Coach Brandie Hall’s contact information on the flyer for questions.

Attention 6th and 7th grade students zoned for Albany Middle School who are interested in dance: Please see the flyer below for information about the Iridescent IDD Dazzling Dolls Interest Meeting and upcoming tryouts. Parents and guardians are welcome.

Attention 6th and 7th grade students zoned for Merry Acres Middle School who are interested in playing football: Please review the information below regarding spring football practice and the upcoming game. For questions, please contact Coach Anderson at art.anderson@docoschools.org.