Cowan Road Middle School

GSCS and Butts County Schools' Exceptional Students had an awesome day at the Special Olympics Track & Field Event today at Spalding High School! Students kicked off the event with a parade, then competed in track and field events and played developmental games. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event so fun and special for our students! Shout out to the SHS Blue Jag Funk Marching Band, chorus and student volunteers!

CRMS invites our Premier Parents to review the attached GADOE Survey Parent Letter. We are sharing information about the Georgia Department of Education (GADOE) Student Survey, which will be open from December 1 through March 31. The survey includes 73 questions and helps gather valuable feedback to support our students and school community.

Math for Adults Night was a success ❤️🖤 Thank you to Dr. Knapp and Math for Adults Foundation for strengthening our families and community through building mathematical understanding.

Our amazing Parent Liaison, Ms. Cooper is excited to share our November SMORE Newsletter. Check it out here: https://secure.smore.com/n/yp5j48-pfe-news-november-2025

Check out our Community Resources webpage, which provides resources for students and families in Griffin -Spalding County: https://www.gscs.org/page/community-resources

It was an exciting day yesterday for our GSCS 2025-26 REACH Scholars! Congratulations to these amazingly smart and kind students! We are extremely proud of our very own, Miss Emily Montoya as she was chosen as Cowan Road Middle School REACH Scholar.

#ThrowbackThursday Six Flags over Georgia ❤️🖤

Our Premier Panthers of the Month celebration took place this afternoon. We also honored our Premier Panther Parents of the Month. Congratulations to all ❤️🖤

Today, during a special signing day ceremony, five GSCS eighth-grade students were named recipients of a $10,000 REACH Georgia Scholarship. Congratulations to Cyron Anthony (Carver Road Middle School), Kyndell Bullock (Rehoboth Road Middle School), Carter Greer (Kennedy Road Middle School), Emily Montoya (Cowan Road Middle School) and Sofia Vargas (Carver Road Middle School)! READ MORE: https://5il.co/3s0so

#SchoolPsychWeek is an annual opportunity to recognize the important role our school psychologists have in helping our students thrive in school, at home and in life. This year's theme, "Finding Your Path," reflects the ways that school psychologists help students, families and school communities set and achieve their goals. Join us in celebrating the work of our school psychologists and the difference they make every day. Thank you!

Welcome Mr. Kale to the Cowan Family as our new Business Computer Science Teacher. Mr. Kale brings over 15 Years of experience in
Elementary and Middle Grades Education. He has served in leadership capacities in Educational Sales. Marketing, and heading operations at the state level. He is a graduate of Andhra University and Chaudhary Charan Singh University.

Double the victory! Congratulations to Mr. Morgan’s ELA classes on their 2-peat, winning Beanstack Class of the Month for both September and October!

Cowan Road Middle School invites you to our Math for Adults Night on Thursday, November 6th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Enjoy a free spaghetti dinner, take part in interactive math activities, and enter to win exciting door prizes throughout the evening! This event is designed to help parents and guardians strengthen their math confidence while connecting with our school community. Please register in advance at mapsfoundation.com. For questions or additional information, contact our Parent Liaisons: Mr. Artavious E. Morgan: artavious.morgan@gscs.org Ms. Tiawna Cooper: tiawna.cooper@gscs.org | (770) 229-3722

Thank you to our community ❤️ your contribution to Cowan Road Middle School continues to bridge the gap being apart of our village! #PartnerinEdBreakfast

Jersey Day was a great one here at CRMS ❤️🖤 #RedRibbonWeek

Who's that Panther? Shwanda M. Dukes, Ed.S is a 1990 graduate of Savannah State University, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Marketing. Her unwavering commitment to her alma mater is reflected in her active participation as a proud Life Member of the Savannah State University Alumni Association and as a dedicated member of the Atlanta Downtown Alumnae Chapter. Additionally, she contributes her expertise as a member of the Alumni Scholarship Committee, supporting the next generation of scholars. Originally from Griffin, where she began her roots. With an impressive 25-year career in education, she has taught students from 3rd to 8th grade, and currently serves as a 8th Grade Math Teacher and Grade Level Chair, specializing in both Regular and Gifted/Honors classes. Extended Learning Site Coordinator here alongside with Mrs. Julie Evans. Driven by a deep sense of purpose Dukes considers education a divine calling. Her passion for shaping young minds, nurturing their potential, and fostering academic growth has been the cornerstone of her career. Dukes' exceptional contributions to education were recognized when she was named Teacher of the Year at Cowan Road Middle School for the 2021-2022 academic year, and she was honored as one of the top three finalists for the Griffin-Spalding District Teacher of the Year. Dukes' academic journey is a testament to her commitment to excellence. She earned a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Piedmont College. She also holds an Educational Leadership Certification from the University of West Georgia/RESA, Gifted Certification from the University of Georgia, as well as Math, Reading, and Coaching Endorsements from Griffin RESA. Savannah State University played a pivotal role in laying the foundation for her continued academic success, and she remains a passionate advocate for the institution, proudly wearing SSU gear and celebrating its influence in her life. Beyond her academic and professional achievements, Dukes is an active member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and Alpha Delta Kappa, where she serves on the Scholarship Committees of both organizations, furthering her dedication to supporting education and empowering others

Over 200 Premier Panthers joined the Cowan Soccer Interest Meeting yesterday afternoon ❤️🖤 ⚽️ Coach Morgan, Coach Middleton, Coach Holland and Coach Johnson are looking forward to the season! Please ensure you have physicals completed and uploaded in Rank One!

Without these amazing two "nerds" safe spaces would not be created for our Premier Panthers, although one bleeds UGA and the other BAMA. They come together as one to ensure our Panthers mental, social and emotional well-being is a top priority here! #RedRibbonWeek2025