Student Handbook
Our Mission: We collaboratively build positive relationships with our community to spark curiosity, foster authentic learning experiences, and promote intellectual and character growth.
Welcome
On behalf of the Cougar Mountain Middle School staff, we would like to welcome you to the 2022-23 school year! Our goal is to provide a safe and caring environment, where ALL students experience a positive learning environment. We strongly encourage you to pursue excellence in your academic studies, become actively engaged in the co-curricular programs that our school has to offer, and treat everyone at Cougar Mountain Middle School with respect and kindness. This handbook includes our policies, procedures, and important information. Please refer to the handbook when questions arise. You may also refer to the school website for updated contact information for staff, teacher websites, event dates, and more.
Handbook Sections
General Information
Review general handbook information for the school year, including items such as attendance and dress code.
Academics
Expectations for academic comprehension during the school year.
Student Conduct
Behavioral expectations for all students during the school year.
Health & Student Information
Information regarding the counseling center, nurse's office, health procedures and release of student information.
Extracurricular Activities, Sports and Clubs
Conduct expectations for extracurricular activities, sports and clubs for the school year.
CMMS Supplemental Guidelines
Additional guidelines set forth on the Cougar Mountain Middle School campus to supplement district regulations.
School Schedules
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:10 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
Hallways open at 8:05 a.m.
| Period | Time | Length (minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| SOAR (Period 0) | 8:10 – 8:35 | 25 |
| Period 1 | 8:40 – 9:30 | 50 |
| Period 2 | 9:35 – 10:25 | 50 |
| Period 3 | 10:30 – 11:20 | 50 |
| A Lunch | ||
| Lunch | 11:20 – 11:50 | 30 |
| Period 4 | 11:55 – 12:45 | 50 |
| B Lunch | ||
| Period 4 | 11:25 – 12:15 | 50 |
| Lunch | 12:15 – 12:45 | 30 |
| Period 5 | 12:50 – 1:40 | 50 |
| Period 6 | 1:45 – 2:35 | 50 |
Wednesday: 10:20 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Late Start)
Hallways open at 10:15 a.m.
| Period | Time | Length (minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 10:20 – 11:03 | 43 |
| Period 2 | 11:08 – 11:50 | 42 |
| Period 3 | 11:55 – 12:37 | 42 |
| A Lunch | ||
| Lunch | 12:37 – 1:07 | 30 |
| Period 4 | 1:12 – 1:55 | 43 |
| B Lunch | ||
| Period 4 | 12:42 – 1:25 | 43 |
| Lunch | 1:25 – 1:55 | 30 |
| Period 5 | 2:00 – 2:42 | 42 |
| Period 6 | 2:47 – 3:30 | 43 |