Where Excellence Soars

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Parent Teacher Conferences coming up

Parent/Teacher Conferences are coming up on February 3 and February 10 from 3:10–7:00 p.m. Sign-ups will open on January 28 at noon—please use the link below to reserve your conference time. We will send out reminders as it gets closer as well!

https://coalridgemiddle.schoolcloud.co.uk

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Yearbook Ordering Deadline Approaching

JANUARY 30^th is the last chance to personalize your yearbook. FEBRUARY 20^th is the last chance to order a book and guarantee your child has one when they are delivered. After this date, we will only order a few extra books that will be sold while supplies last.

Visit jostensyearbooks.com to reserve your copy. If you have already purchased a book, thank you!

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Mr. McDonald’s class was busy exploring the laws of physics with a hands-on Free Fall Gravity Lab this week! Students had a blast measuring and observing how objects fall, putting theory into action in real time.

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Pic of the Week

🏈 Fantasy Football Champions! 🏆

A huge congratulations to our 7th grade teachers, Ms. Luutran and Mrs. Wheat, who came out on top in this year’s CRMS Fantasy Football Draft! Their expert picks, strategy, and a little bit of luck earned them the championship title. Way to go—your bragging rights are officially secured until next season!

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🍷✨ Date Night In Gala Basket ✨🍷

Turn an ordinary evening into something unforgettable with this perfectly curated Date Night In basket—ideal for couples who love cozy nights, great wine, and sweet moments together.

This basket includes:

• Two bottles of wine to sip and savor 🍷🍷
• Elegant wine glasses for the perfect pour
• A fondue kit for a fun, interactive dining experience
• Decadent chocolates made for dipping
• A luxury candle to set the mood 🕯️
• A curated list of creative date night ideas for laughter, connection, and romance

Whether it’s a quiet night at home, a special celebration, or just an excuse to slow down and reconnect, this basket brings the ambiance, the indulgence, and the memories.

Estimated Retail Value: $225

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Ms. Luutran’s class is diving into real-time seismic data, analyzing patterns between earthquake magnitude and depth from around the world—bringing geoscience to life in an exciting, hands-on way!

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Go Nuts for Giving!

A local 4-H club is hosting a peanut butter drive, please bring any donations to the front office! Thank you!

SVVSD Celebration of Excellence

The St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation is thrilled to announce that the Celebration of Excellence nomination form opens on January 12th! This cherished annual event honors outstanding educators from every St. Vrain school who exemplify excellence in their roles and make extraordinary contributions to student success.

We invite students, parents, volunteers, fellow educators, school staff, community members, and business partners to nominate exceptional educators who inspire, innovate, and shape the future. In order to qualify, nominees must be licensed educators in the State of Colorado and employed at a St. Vrain Valley Schools campus for the current school year. Educators who received their school’s Educator of the Year honor within the past two years are not eligible.

Based on your nominations, one educator from each St. Vrain Valley school will be selected as their school’s Educator of the Year. These honorees will be recognized during the Celebration of Excellence on April 10, 2026, where a district-wide Educator of the Year will also be announced.

Nominations are open January 12 through February 1. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize the educators who make a lasting impact in our schools and community!

Submit your nomination today: https://stvrainfoundation.org/programs/celebration-of-excellence/

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Clothing Donations needed!

We are currently accepting clothing donations to support our middle school students, with a specific need for girls’ leggings, sweatpants, joggers, and other comfortable bottoms in middle school sizes. These items are often needed during the school day for a variety of reasons, and having extras on hand helps ensure students feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn. New or gently used items in clean, good condition are greatly appreciated. Thank you for helping care for our students and supporting our school community!

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Meet the CRMS Staff: Red Hawk of the week

Each week, we’ll shine the spotlight on a member of our amazing staff, giving our families a chance to learn more about the people who make our school special.

Meet Ms. Traci Banker

Building Secretary

I was born in California and moved to Colorado with my family at the age of two. I have lived in Firestone ever since and truly consider it home. I began working at Frederick Middle School in 2002, which later became Coal Ridge Middle School in 2004. I am proud to have been part of the district for 23 years and continue to love my role as the Building Secretary. Being part of the Coal Ridge community and supporting our students and staff has been an incredibly rewarding experience.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time in the mountains—camping, fishing, paddle boarding, ATVing, and embracing the outdoors whenever possible. I also love attending concerts, crafting, and being an aquarium hobbyist. Most importantly, I cherish spending quality time with my daughters, and I am especially excited to become a grandma this July. And of course, my three dogs happily join me on all of my adventures.

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Infinite Campus

Infinite Campus is our student management system, where important information about your child is housed. You can use it to pay fees, update contact information, and check your child’s grades. If you need help logging in or creating an account, please look out for an email prompting you to do so. If you have any questions about Infinite Campus, please reach out to Traci Banker at 303-833-4176 or [email protected].

Lunch Menu

The monthly Lunch Menu is available at LINQCONNECT. This online system allows you to filter for allergens and view the Breakfast Menu. In the upper left-hand corner, you can change between breakfast and lunch.

Save the Date!

Feb 12 – Colorado MS All State Choir

Feb 13 & 16 – No School

Feb 19 – PAG Meeting

Feb 24 – Orchestra Concert

Feb 25 – 5th Grade Family Night

Weekly Events

Monday, February 2

GSA Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Musical Rehearsal Cast Only 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Snacks & Crafts 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Dual Wrestling Meet @ Coal Ridge MS 3:30pm

Tuesday, February 3

Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:10pm – 7:00pm

Wednesday, February 4

PLC Late Start – School Starts @ 10:15am Buses run 2.5 hours Later

AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Art Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Musical Rehearsal Cast & Crew 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Wrestling Practice 3:00p – 4:30pm

SVVSD Honor Band @ Longmont HS

Thursday, February 5

Wrestling Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Friday, February 6

Wrestling Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm

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