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Welcome to Mae Stevens Early Learning Academy!

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Where learning is fun...

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And hands-on to build a strong foundation for your student...

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Where we serve those who serve us...

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With play-based learning...

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And out-of-district transfers at no cost for qualifying families!

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Helping students develop independence...

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And develop conflict resolution skills in a safe, nurturing environment...

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Open to 3-year-old students in the 2026-27 school year.

The Cove Choice Is…

Safe Schools

The safety and well-being of every student and staff member in Copperas Cove is our top priority. To help, CCISD employs 17 marshals & 2 contracted resource officers

Central Texas' Leader in Career Programs

CCISD offers more than 50 industry-based certifications through 12 Career & Technical Education programs. Starting in junior high, Cove offers more programs than anyone in an hour's drive.

The Best Elementary Schools in Texas

3 Cove elementary campuses were named to both the U.S. News & World Report's Best Elementary Schools in Texas and the Educational Results Partnership's Texas Honor Roll

Highly-Effective Teachers

Cove teachers are certified or have years of relevant industry experience, with almost 50% earning Teacher Incentive Allotment designations from the state

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The Cove Difference

  • 99%
    of 2026 Copperas Cove HS graduates were College, Career or Military-Ready
  • 100%
    of Copperas Cove campuses are rated a "B" or better by the Texas Education Agency
  • Purple Star School
    CCISD is just the 13th district in Texas to be 100% Purple Star for supporting Military families.
  • 130+
    students have earned an associate degree or industry certification through CCISD's Dual Credit & Early College program since 2023
  • $1.6M
    in Scholarships earned by 2026 graduates
  • 50+%
    of eligible teachers in CCISD have earned a Teacher Incentive Allotment designation from the State, placing them among the highest-performing teachers in Texas
  • K-2
    students go through a focused Early Literacy initiative, building a solid foundation for a lifetime of learning
  • 71
    clubs and student organizations funded through US Army Youth Programs in your neighborhood

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