Coal Ridge Middle School Weekly Bulletin

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Blast Off Into Summer Learning 

Looking for an engaging summer experience for your student? Registration is now open for the Innovation Center Super STEM Summer Camps! They offer a wide variety of hands-on camps in June and July designed to spark curiosity and creativity for students in grades K–12.

Featured camps include:

  • AI & Creativity
  • Beep, Beep R2
  • Drone Engineering
  • From Clay to Hero
  • Sound Wizardry: Science, Music, and Design

Whether your child is an aspiring entrepreneur, a filmmaker, or a future roboticist, this is an opportunity they won’t want to miss!

Registration & Information:

  • Visit our website to explore all offerings and register!

The Up-A-Creek Robotics high school team is teaching summer camps this June, see flyer below for more info!

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Any students interested in CETC summer camp? See flyer below for more info!

 


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St. Vrain Valley Schools invites the community to its annual Art Show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 14-19, featuring artwork from students of all grade levels across the district. The event is free and open to the public, with viewing hours Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will also be a special Artists’ Night Open House on Thursday, April 16 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Join us in celebrating students’ creativity through ceramics, digital art, drawing, jewelry, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking.

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Track Meet Results – What a Day!

Our athletes showed up strong this week with an incredible performance across the board!

🥇 First Place Finishes:

  • Boys 4×400 Relay – Wyatt Sanborn (8), Zack Juth (8), Elijah Kieffer (7), Ethan Renneissen (8)
  • Girls 100m Dash – Chelsea Ramirez (8)
  • Boys 100m Dash – Henry Reed (8)
  • Girls 1600m – Kylah Redford (6)
  • Girls 200m – Chelsea Ramirez (8)
  • Girls 4×100 Relay – Kinsley Carpenter (8), Micaiah Thompson (8), Anabelle Gubanich (8), Chelsea Ramirez (8)
  • Boys 4×100 Relay – Bradley Salazar (8), Ian Dufour (8), Henry Reed (8), Shiloh Wittler (8)

🥈 Second Place Finishes:

  • Girls 100m Dash – Micaiah Thompson (8)
  • Boys 100m Dash – Shiloh Wittler (8)
  • Girls 400m – Kylah Redford (6)
  • Boys 200m – Luke Salazar (7)

Huge congratulations to all of our athletes for their hard work, determination, and team spirit. We are so proud of you! Keep it going!



The Head Girls’ Basketball Coach at Silver Creek High School is hosting Girls Basketball Clinic this June for rising 4th–8th graders.

This clinic is a great opportunity for young athletes to develop their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the game in a fun and supportive environment. Registration is now open—link below for more details and to sign up!



The Coal Ridge Middle School Parent Advisory Group (PAG) is excited to celebrate our incredible teachers and staff during Teacher Appreciation Week, Monday, May 4th – Friday, May 8th!

Our goal is to show heartfelt appreciation to the amazing educators and support staff who pour their time, energy, and dedication into our students every single day. Throughout the week, PAG will be organizing special treats, surprises, and meaningful gestures to recognize their hard work and commitment.

We invite our CRMS families and community to partner with us by making a donation to help make this week extra special. Every contribution—big or small—helps us show just how much our teachers and staff are valued.

Donate here:  https://stvrain.revtrak.net/Middle-Schools-1162/coal-ridge-ms/crms-parent-advisory-group/

A formal itinerary of the week’s events will be communicated soon. Thank you for helping us celebrate and support the incredible team at Coal Ridge Middle School! 

Colorful announcement for Coal Ridge Middle School's Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, May 4-8, encouraging donations.



Pic of the Week

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Our 7th graders had a unique opportunity to hear directly from Firestone mayor Don Conyac during a special assembly! After writing thoughtful letters in social studies class as part of their civic participation lesson, the mayor was inspired to visit and answer their questions. It was an awesome real-world connection that brought their learning to life and showed students the power of their voices in the community. A special shout-out to Mrs. Seeger for making this happen!



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 Mrs. Sara Zaruba

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8th Grade History

Sara Zaurba is an 8th grade history teacher who has been a valued part of our school community for the past 11 years. She brings passion and energy to her classroom, helping students connect with history in meaningful and engaging ways.

Outside of school, Sara is a busy mom to three awesome kids who keep her on the go with all kinds of sports. When she’s not cheering from the sidelines, she’s coaching her daughter’s cheer team and staying actively involved in her kids’ activities.

In her free time, Sara loves heading up to Red Feather Lakes for camping trips, where she can relax and enjoy the outdoors. One of her favorite parts of teaching is running into students out in the community—it’s a reminder of the strong connections she builds both inside and outside the classroom.


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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!

May 20 – 8th Grade Continuation @ Mead HS 6:00pm-7:00pm

Weekly Events

Monday, April 13

GSA Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Snacks and Crafts Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Track Meet 8th & 7B @ Twin Peaks Classical – Starts at 3:30pm

Tuesday, April 14

Card & Games Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Crochet & Knitting Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Track Practice 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Wednesday, April 15

Art Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Track Practice 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Instrument Check it out Night 4:00pm – 7:45pm

Thursday, April 16

Book Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Track Practice 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Instrument Check it out Night 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Friday, April 17

6th Grade District Track Meet @ Mead HS Starts at 1:00pm

Recent Updates

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ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited […]

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St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

Over two thousand community members came together on Saturday, March 7, for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ first-ever Future Ready Festival at Silver Creek High School. Families and community members filled the campus throughout the afternoon, engaging with educators, asking questions, and exploring innovative programs and opportunities available across the district. The festival featured Advantage Zones […]

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St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Advanced Placement Summer Institute, July 6-9

Registration – Click the links below to register: In-Person CoursesOnline CoursesAP Cybersecurity CoursesAP Business with Personal Finance (PBL) St. Vrain Valley Schools will host the College Board-certified Advanced Placement Summer Institute (APSI) July 6-9 at Frederick High School. The program is open to all educators, including those outside of St. Vrain Valley Schools, and is […]

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Join Us: Future-Ready Festival, March 7

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites the community to attend our first-ever Future Ready Festival. This district-wide open house allows visitors to explore the innovative programs and pathways that define the St. Vrain Advantage. Event Details Saturday, March 7 from 2:00-6:00 p.m.Silver Creek High SchoolFree and open to the public Experience the St. Vrain Advantage The […]

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Elementary Music, Middle & High School Health Adoption Public Review

St. Vrain Valley Schools is currently piloting new instructional resources for elementary music, middle school health, and high school health. The resources will be available for introduction and review in-person at the Learning Services Center, 401 S. Pratt Pkwy., in Longmont. Teachers, administrators, families, and community members are all welcome to evaluate the materials and […]

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Superintendent’s Update: Opportunities Abound

As we approach our 2024 graduation celebration, I want to take a moment to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that our approximately 2,200 graduates have demonstrated throughout their time in St. Vrain.

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St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National District of Distinction Award for Transformative Graduation Initiative

St. Vrain Valley Schools has been named a 2026 District of Distinction by District Administration, receiving national recognition in the Culture, Vision & Strategic Planning category for our innovative approach to ensuring every student graduates prepared for success. The award honors the district’s comprehensive graduation initiative, which combines the internally-developed GradTracker system with proactive intervention […]

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Superintendent’s Update: Discover Your Path

As we approach our 2024 graduation celebration, I want to take a moment to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that our approximately 2,200 graduates have demonstrated throughout their time in St. Vrain.

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Open House Dates 2025: Explore Programming Across St. Vrain Valley Schools

Across St. Vrain Valley Schools, the upcoming open houses offer families a chance to step inside classrooms, meet dedicated teachers, and discover the unique opportunities available in each school. From advanced academic pathways and innovative STEM programs to arts, athletics, and career-focused courses, these events provide parents and students an inside look at the possibilities […]

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Reminder: Free, reduced-price meal applications available

Families who believe they may qualify for free or reduced-price meals are encouraged to complete an application, if they have not already done so. While all St. Vrain Valley students receive one free breakfast and one free lunch daily through Colorado’s Healthy School Meals for All program for the 2025-2026 school year, completing the application […]

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