• Nellie Coffman Middle School

    Mission Statement

    Home of the Quintessential Cougars

    Nellie N. Coffman Middle School serves a diverse population of 950 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students. Situated on the boundaries of Cathedral City and Rancho Mirage, the campus offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Guided by our mission, we strive every day to create Quintessential Cougars by fostering academic excellence, strong character, and readiness for high school and future endeavors.

    We envision a future where every student has the opportunity to become a ‘Quintessential Cougar’—students who not only excel academically but also demonstrate integrity and are fully prepared to meet the challenges of high school and beyond.

    To achieve this vision, we use district-approved curriculum aligned with the California Common Core State Standards, delivering high-quality, grade-appropriate instruction. Our rich electives program provides students the opportunity to choose courses based on their interests, allowing them to explore integrated arts, technology, and specialized subjects that will prepare them for high school academies emphasizing college and career readiness.

    In addition to our AVID elective courses, AVID strategies are implemented schoolwide, equipping all students with organizational, critical thinking, and study skills that promote academic success across content areas.

    Our inclusion model for special education places students in the least restrictive environment and offers a range of instructional supports to meet the diverse needs of all learners. This ensures that every student can access the core curriculum while receiving individualized assistance.

    We also provide intervention programs to address specific academic needs. For 6th-grade students, we offer a reading intervention program. At the 7th and 8th grade levels, students have access to targeted math intervention electives focusing on specific math topics, while small group pull-outs at the 8th grade level ensure additional support where needed.

    At Nellie N. Coffman Middle School, each day is a new opportunity for success as our students exemplify all aspects of our school-wide positive behavioral expectations--preparedness, respect, integrity, determination and empathy (P.R.I.D.E.). By embracing our mission and vision, Nellie N. Coffman Middle School creates a community that is committed to nurturing students academically and preparing them for success in high school and beyond