01/29/2026
Students from Cook Middle School were recognized on Wednesday, January 28, in the CMS Media Center for their performance in the Middle School FBLA Region Leadership Conference events.
The following students earned medals by placing in the top five in their specific competitive events across the region, which includes surrounding counties. Their achievements reflect dedication, preparation, and a strong commitment to leadership and career readiness.
Career Exploration: Clara Freeman (4th Place), Adeline Wheeler (3rd Place), Emmylou Bennett (2nd Place)
Digital Citizenship: Skylar Coppock (5th Place), Clara Freeman (4th Place), Emmylou Bennett (3rd Place)
Exploring Accounting & Finance: Brylee Meadows (3rd Place)
Exploring Business Communication: Layla Cervantes (3rd Place), Kylee McClain (1st Place)
Exploring Business Concepts: Opal Newgent (2nd Place)
Exploring Economics: Peighton Davis (3rd Place), Rustin Dixon (2nd Place)
Exploring Leadership: Macey Kinsey (4th Place), Raeleigh Dixon (3rd Place), Opal Newgent (2nd Place)
Exploring Management & Entrepreneurship: Jaelee Hayes, Emma Phillips, and Kenlee Weaver (1st Place)
Exploring Marketing Concepts: Layla Cervantes (4th Place), Annabelle Hernandez (1st Place)
Exploring Marketing Strategies: Emalyn Adcock and Marlee Addison (1st Place)
Exploring Personal Finance: Emma Phillips (5th Place), Annabelle Hernandez (1st Place)
Exploring Professionalism: Ivan Thompson (5th Place), Savannah Elrod (3rd Place)
Exploring Public Speaking: Kenlee Weaver (1st Place). Kenlee Weaver will advance to the State Leadership Conference, where she will present live in front of judges.
Exploring Technology: Gavyn Paige (5th Place), Marlee Addison (4th Place), Luke Hayes (3rd Place)
Interpersonal Communication: Rustin Dixon (5th Place), Skylar Coppock (4th Place), Macey Kinsey (1st Place)
Cook Middle School is extremely proud of these students and the outstanding way they represented the CMS FBLA Chapter. Their success highlights the leadership, academic skills, and professionalism fostered through participation in FBLA.