Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School -

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.

Parents, please take a moment to review our May 2026 “Eagles’ Month at a Glance” flyer. This calendar includes important dates for testing, club activities, The Cross Games, Honors’ Day, 8th Grade Graduation, and report cards. Please help your scholar stay prepared and on track as we finish the school year strong — the Robert Cross Way! ❤️🤍💙🦅 #RobertACrossMiddleMagnet #TheRobertCrossWay #EliteEagles #MonthAtAGlance

Congratulations to our rising 6th and 7th grade students zoned for Albany Middle School who made the 2026–2027 Cheerleading Squad! We are proud of your hard work and excited for what is ahead. Please review the flyer for squad numbers and additional details. Way to go, future Albany Middle cheerleaders! 📣💚🧡

Attention young ladies interested in playing softball or basketball at Albany Middle School (must be zoned for AMS):

Please make sure you have a current physical on file and complete your Final Forms registration to participate.

For questions, please contact Coach Chambers at Exzandra.Wilson@docoschools.org.

📣 Attention BETA Club Members! 🦅 Please note that there will be NO BETA Club meeting today. Our next meeting will take place on: 🗓 May 12, 2026 Be sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned for important updates as we continue to represent excellence through The Robert Cross Way! Thank you for your commitment to leadership, scholarship, service, and character. ❤️🤍💙

Attention students! Get ready to dress your best and dance the night away! Our Middle School Formal Dance is coming up, and you don’t want to miss it. 🗓 Date: May 8, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6-9 pm 📍 Location: Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School Put on your favorite formal outfit and join us for a fun evening filled with music, dancing, and great memories with friends. There will be a DJ, refreshments, and plenty of excitement! Ticket Sales will begin soon. Please remember to follow all school rules and dress appropriately for this special event. We can’t wait to see you there! For questions please see Mrs. Dozier

Georgia Milestones Testing is Almost Here! Please review the attached testing schedule and make note of your child’s testing dates. Let’s support our students the Robert Cross Way by ensuring they are: ✅ Present and on time ✅ Well-rested ✅ Ready to do their very best Together, we will finish strong! 🦅💙❤️ #TheRobertCrossWay #EliteEagles #FinishStrong

Attention Rising 9th Grade Students Attending Westover High School! Westover Cheer – The Elites will hold tryouts April 9th–11th from 4:15 PM–6:30 PM in the WHS Gym. If you’re interested in joining the team, be sure to come prepared and ready to show your spirit! 📲 Please refer to the email sent for additional details, requirements, and the application link.