March 13, 2026Updated on March 13, 2026

Coal Ridge Middle School Weekly Bulletin

Where Excellence Soars

Students playing a board game in a classroom, with colorful cards and snacks on the tables.

Our Spanish students had a great time playing Lotería in class! 🎉 This traditional Mexican game, similar to bingo, helps students practice their Spanish vocabulary while having fun. It’s always exciting to see students learning the language through interactive games and cultural activities!

A collage of four images showing a band performing on stage to an audience in a theater setting.

Our 6th, 7th, 8th, and Jazz Bands put on an incredible concert! 🎶 The hard work, dedication, and talent of our student musicians truly shined on stage. From our beginning players to our more advanced performers, every group did an amazing job and made the night a huge hit. We’re so proud of the effort these students put in and grateful to our band program for creating such a fun and memorable performance! 🎺🥁🎷

Congratulations to the following Red Hawk wrestlers for an outstanding season-ending tournament! ❤️🖤 Your hard work, determination, and grit on the mat all season long truly paid off. We’re proud of the way you represented CRMS and the Red Hawk spirit. Way to finish strong! 💪🤼‍♂️

Results of the Friday 6th Grade and Saturday 7th/8th Grade Tournaments, listing top placements for each event.

Parent Volunteers Needed – 8th Grade Semi-Formal Dance

The 8th grade semi-formal dance on May 1st is coming up! This special event is planned and organized by 8th grade parents, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make the night a success.

It’s an exciting time for our 8th graders and one of their last big opportunities to celebrate together before heading to high school.

If you’re interested in helping, please reach out to Brittney Green ([email protected]) or Sara Zaruba ([email protected]). We appreciate your support in making this a fun and memorable night for our students! ✨

Track and Field season is right around the corner! These sign-up posters are hung up around the school, so please remind your students to check them out and sign up if they’re interested in participating. It’s a great opportunity to get involved, stay active, and show some Red Hawk pride! 🏃‍♂️🦅

See poster below for more information.

Track and Field for CRMS starts March 23, 3-4:15 PM. Scan the QR code for details. Contact coaches for info.

A cardboard box labeled "Lost and Found" containing various items like clothes and a water bottle.

Our Lost & Found is overflowing! 👕🧢 Please have your child check it soon if they’re missing any items. Everything that remains will be donated on March 27, so be sure to take a look before it’s gone!

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 2026-27 school year. We’re excited about the opportunities ParentSquare offers to streamline communication and will be working towards consolidating several of the tools families currently use into one convenient platform.

After spring break, parents and guardians will receive an email invitation to activate their ParentSquare account. This will allow families to download the mobile app, set language preferences, and choose how and when they receive notifications.

Visit the district website to learn more about ParentSquare.

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A pair of wireless earbuds partially visible in their charging case, both in a sleek white design.

Reminder: Students are not permitted to wear earbuds throughout the entire school day. Earbuds may only be used in specific classes when a teacher has given permission for instructional purposes. Outside of those approved times, earbuds should be put away.

Thank you for helping us maintain a focused and respectful learning environment!

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.

A soft, brown teddy bear with a friendly expression, sitting upright and waving with one paw.

Please have your students leave toys, stuffed animals, and other non-essential personal items at home so we can stay focused on learning during the school day. Thank you for your support in helping create a distraction-free, productive classroom environment! 📚✨

Project Launch 2026 — Coal Ridge Middle School

Project Launch is a fun, camp-like summer program where students build reading and math skills in small classes with St. Vrain teachers, helping them start the new school year strong.

Dates & Times: Monday–Thursday, June 1–25 | 7:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m.
Registration deadline: April 17, 2026

In addition to our traditional Coal Ridge Project Launch, this year only, we will be hosting Thunder Valley STEM Accelerator Project Launch.

This experience elevates learning through project-based design thinking and engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) tasks with career connections.

Dates & Times: Monday–Thursday, June 1–25 | 7:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m.
Registration deadline: April 17, 2026

STEM Project Launch 2026 TVK8

Pic of the Week

A group of students poses on stage, dressed in various outfits, with a black curtain in the background.

🎭 The cast and crew have been hard at work rehearsing for our upcoming production of Matilda the Musical! From practicing lines and songs to perfecting choreography and set changes, these talented students are putting in a lot of time and dedication to make the show amazing.

Mark your calendars for April 2nd and 3rd at 7 PM and come support our incredible performers and behind-the-scenes crew. It’s sure to be a fun, high-energy show you won’t want to miss! 🌟

A bottle of purple hand sanitizer next to a box of tissues, both on a white background.

🆘 SOS: Kleenex & Hand Sanitizer Donations Needed! 🤧🧴

Cold and flu season is here, and we are going through tissues fast! Our classrooms are in need of Kleenex and hand sanitizer to help keep students comfortable, healthy, and learning without interruption.

If you’re able to donate a box of tissues or a bottle of hand sanitizer (or a few!), please have your student bring them to the front office or give them to their advisory teacher. Every donation truly helps and is so appreciated.

Thank you for answering our SOS and helping keep our school healthy! 💙

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. Cheyenne Wheat

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7th Grade Math

I’ve been at CRMS for five years and truly enjoy being part of this community. One of my favorite parts of working with middle schoolers is building connections with students and getting to see those exciting “a-ha!” moments when something finally clicks.

Outside of school, I enjoy reading, crocheting, running, playing games, birdwatching, and spending time with my husband and son. A fun fact about me is that I lived in Australia when I was little!

Schoology Parent Login Using Mobile Devices

Schoology Parent Login Using Computer

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

Spring Break March 16-20

Monday, March 23

GSA Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

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