Date Built: 1986 
Grades: 6th - 8th 
Mascot: Colts 
School Colors: Maroon and Gold 

Covington Middle School, built in 1986, was named after Weldon and Verna Covington. They were master teachers in music, and their bands always ranked among the top in state competitions. Their teaching careers spanned more than 50 years, and together they developed the successful music programs for the District.

Mr. Covington began teaching in AISD in 1932. Under his guidance, the band program grew from eight members to over 1,000 students. From 1935 on, his bands were winning first division places in the National Band Contests. In 1952, he was invited to join the American Bandmaster's Association, becoming recognized internationally as a leader in the concert band field.

Mrs. Covington started teaching immediately after graduating from the University of Texas with a degree in music education, becoming the first woman band director in Texas. Twice, her bands were runner-up to the honor band and her junior high bands consistently won many state and national honors.

The Covingtons were members of the Texas Music Educators Association for over 50 years. Mr. Covington served TMEA as the band and orchestra chairman and also as president in 1947.

Mr. and Mrs. Covington gave their careers to their students and to AISD. They served Texas' music through various programs and functions all their lives and are known for their devotion and zest in nurturing thousands of children who received a musical blessing from their instruction.

At Covington Middle School and Fine Arts Academy students explore the arts and become citizens of character committed to lifelong learning through academic excellence, emotional and physical wellness, and service to their community. Our AVID college preparation program helps students increase their self-confidence and self-discipline, problem-solving and social skills. Students are welcomed for who they are in a culture of social support and acceptance. All Covington students have access to all fine arts programs, and many participate in more than one specialty area.

En la Escuela Secundaria Covington y la Academia de Bellas Artes, los estudiantes exploran las artes y se convierten en ciudadanos de carácter dedicados al aprendizaje permanente a través de la excelencia académica, el bienestar emocional y físico y el servicio a su comunidad. Nuestro programa de preparación universitaria AVID ayuda a los estudiantes a aumentar su seguridad en sí mismos, autodisciplina, habilidades para resolver problemas y habilidades sociales. Aceptamos a los estudiantes por lo que son, propiciando una cultura de empatía y apoyo. Todos los estudiantes de Covington tienen acceso a todos los programas de bellas artes, y muchos participan en más de una especialidad.