Barber Middle School

About Barber Middle School

Information last reviewed: November 10, 2023. Programs, enrollment, and contact details change, so confirm current details with the school.

About Barber Middle School

Barber Middle School – About Our School

Murray F. Barber Middle School commenced its educational journey in the academic year 2005-2006, located in Acworth, Georgia. The school’s inception aimed to alleviate the overcrowding predicament at nearby Awtrey Middle School (AMS), redrawing attendance zones to accommodate approximately 850 students. Barber Middle proudly serves a socio-economically and ethnically diverse student body, standing as one of the five middle schools in Area 5, funneling students into North Cobb High School.

Catering to a broad spectrum of student needs, Barber Middle School offers specialized programs for students with special needs, gifted students, and advanced placement math students. Embracing the ethos of a “school within a school,” students are organized into teacher-teams for academic classes, with a plethora of options for non-academic subjects such as art, dance & drama, technology education, and instrumental and vocal music. Furthermore, students partake in physical and health education.

Our faculty champions several priorities and objectives, anchored in student achievement, stakeholder input, and the latest education research. These include enhancing student mastery of mathematical problem-solving skills, elevating proficiency in reading and expository writing, and fostering a culture of collaboration to nurture student learning within a safe and supportive environment.

Each member of the faculty and staff upholds the following commitments as foundational pillars for student success:

Providing rigorous academic and behavioral standards, complemented by adequate support for student success.
Collaborating with colleagues to cultivate a school environment dedicated to addressing the individual needs of students through mutual support and collaboration.
Sharing talents and interests by assuming leadership or sponsorship roles to offer students opportunities beyond academics.

Murray F. Barber: A Legacy

The naming of newly constructed schools in the Cobb County School District undergoes a formal process overseen by the school board, wherein nominations are submitted to a committee of stakeholders. Following deliberations, the committee recommends a namesake to the School Board, who ultimately decides the school’s appellation.

Contact Information

Address

4222 Cantrell Road Acworth, GA 30101

Website

https://www.cobbk12.org/Barber/

Phone

770-975-6764

Academics

Barber Middle School is served by the Cobb County School System and follows the Georgia State Standards for education, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that covers core subjects like Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies.

Barber Middle School features the following academic programs:

• Additional Programs
• Advanced Learning Program
• English Language Learners
• Gifted & Talented Programs
• Learning Support Program
• Magnet Programs
• STEM Programs

Clubs and Activities

In addition to academics, Barber Middle School offers a range of extracurricular activities to help students explore their interests and develop a well-rounded skill set.

Barber Middle School offers the following enrichment programs:

• Bible Study
• Building Better Futures
• Dance
• Destiny Daughters of Promise
• Drama Club
• Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl Team
• Intramurals
• Library Ambassadors
• National Jr. Honor Society
• News Team
• Running Club