About Us

Gauger-Cobbs
Middle School

50 Gender Road
Newark, DE 19713

Phone: (302) 454-2358
Fax: (302) 295-8977

School Hours

7:05 am-2:05 pm

Administration

Principal: Colleen Brown
Assistant Principal: Dionne Bartley-Avant
Acting Assistant Principal: Kaelen Coleman

Quick Facts

Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 681 Students
Mascot: Cobra
Colors: Blue / Gold
Dress Code: Uniform Dress Code

Martin J. Gauger & Ramon Cobbs

Gauger-Cobbs opened in 1972 and at one time housed both an elementary and middle school. The school is named after Ramon C. Cobbs and Martin J. Gauger.

School History

#ChristinaStrong

Gauger-Cobbs Middle School is proud to be a part of the Christina School District, where we are committed to educating every student for excellence.

Welcome to Gauger-Cobbs Middle School!

At Gauger-Cobbs Middle School we believe in a safe and collaborative learning environment inspiring and preparing all students to be productive learners and leaders in the global community.

Our Mission
Our mission at Gauger-Cobbs Middle School is to engage all students in their learning through challenging curriculum, developing positive relationships, and promoting a culture of personal ownership in each student's academic, social and emotional growth.

Core Values

Passion for excellence for our students and school
Positive Relationships between, school, home, and the community
Respect and dignity for ourselves and one another
Teamwork in that we include all stakeholders in our efforts to make Gauger the best it can be
Community in which stakeholders share responsibility for providing a safe social and learning environment for all those involved in the educational process

Gauger-Cobbs' Excellence

Gauger-Cobbs Middle School students and staff have earned prestigious awards, including the STEM Educator Award and multiple TSA National Awards. These honors highlight the school's commitment to comprehensive student support, fostering positive behavior, and creating a safe, nurturing environment.

Awards & Recognitions

Who We Serve

Gauger-Cobbs Middle School serves a diverse student and staff population and is proud to be part of the culturally-rich Newark area. Approximately 40% of our students are African-American, 35% Hispanic or Latino, 17% white, 5% Multi-Racial, 2% Asian-American, <1%Native American and <1% Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander.

We are very proud of our Positive Behavior Support (PBS) program. This program is designed to reward behaviors that exemplify our school-wide expectations of Respect, Responsible, and Ready. Students earn "Cobra Cash" when they make choices that align with these expectations. Reward activities include Family Fun Night, Board Game Day, and the PBS Omega Bash! "Cobra Cash" can also be used to purchase school supplies from the school store.

PBS helps to enhance our school climate and to recognize students for the positive things that they do! Our Peer Mediation program helps promote our positive school climate. Our mediators are student leaders who receive conflict mediation training. The Gauger-Cobbs music program, consisting of band, chorus and orchestra, perform at least two shows each year in addition to performing at school-wide and district events. We also have a host of award winning clubs, including BPA, Student Council, and FCCLA.