6th-grade science students are using their questions about Grevy’s zebras to drive their study of ecosystems.

Parent Corner: Understanding Your Child’s Grade

Your child’s grade is divided into two categories: Learning Activities and Assessments. Learning Activities are worth 30% of your child’s grade and consist of tasks and assignments given in class or for homework. Assessments make up 70% of your child’s grade and consist of tests, quizzes, projects, and writing assignments that measure your child’s progress toward mastery of the standards.

Our goal for our students is that they achieve at least 80% on their assessments, as we consider 80% to be proficient. To this end, we allow students to retake assessments after completing the designated relearning activity. If you notice that your child scored less than desired on any assessment, please encourage them to talk to their teacher and come up with a plan to retake the assessment.

Parent Teacher Conferences

We will be hosting three nights of parent-teacher conferences on Wednesday, Sept. 25, Thursday, Sept. 26, and Tuesday, Oct. 1. These conferences are not required and are suggested for parents who are concerned about their child’s academic performance. Please use the link below to sign up for conferences.

We will be using Meet the Teacher to sign up for conferences. You will need to use your email address in Infinite Campus and have your child’s student number available. Please call or email Traci Banker with questions ([email protected] or 303-833-4176).

8th Grade Class Picture

Attention 8th Grade Students!

Your Panoramic Class Pictures will be taken on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4TH in the gym. Click HERE to pre-register!Remember – this is the ONLY time pictures will be taken of your whole class, so DON’T MISS OUT! You only have one chance to be a part of this special event, so BE THERE on OCTOBER 4TH!”

SVVEF Gala Basket

The Education Foundation Gala is quickly approaching, and we need your help!  All SVVSD schools donate a themed basket to raise funds to support our students and our schools.

This year’s theme for Coal Ridge Middle School’s donation is The Great Outdoors.

Colorado has the best outdoor activities year round.  With your support, the Coal Ridge community will provide an outstanding donation.

Do you know an organization that would be willing to donate?

Golf Course Green fee donation?

White Water rafting?

Ski passes?

Outdoor equipment?

We appreciate your effort to support this amazing event.

There will be many opportunities for families to contribute as well.  We will provide a link to an Amazon shopping list next week with donation requests for this amazing cause.

Deadlines for donations is October 12th.  Thank you for your support.

School Pictures

Students have brought home the proofs from this year’s picture day today. The proofs include information on how to order pictures. This year, the picture company, VanGogh, will mail the pictures home to you. Picture retakes will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Please reach out to Traci Banker (303-833-4176 or [email protected]) if you have any questions.

School Spirit!

Need more Coal Ridge Middle School gear? Check out our fundraiser with Skazma and the awesome customized apparel. The sale will end on Sunday, September 22, and you will usually receive your items in 2-3 weeks.

To purchase items, use the link below and the sale code: CRMS24.

8th Grade Baby Ads in the Yearbook

Attention 8th-grade parents! If you’re searching for a creative way to express your love and pride for your students as they near the end of their middle school years, consider placing a “Recognition Ad” in the yearbook. Yearbook ads provide a wonderful opportunity to give your students the special attention they deserve, showcased in YOUR school’s 2025 yearbook for all to see. Placing your ad is simple and quick!

2024-2025 Yearbooks Available for Purchase!

Don’t miss out on the lowest rate of the season, and purchase your child’s yearbook today!

Activity Bus

Our Activity Bus will begin on Monday, August 26. It will depart Coal Ridge Middle School at 4:20 pm. The bus is available for any students who already ride a bus. The activity bus will go to the following stops:

Idaho Creek
Turner Blvd
Eaglecrest
Silver Birtch and Monarch Dr.
Ruby Ave. and Cascade St.
Wetland Loop and Drake St.
Fox Run Blvd and Lynx Ct.
Falcon Dr. and Barn Owl Dr.
Raspberry Dr. and Johnson Dr.
Old Town Park
Bailey St. Ave. and Westview St.
Crosswalk on 13th St.

It’s Book Fair time! And the #1 rule… your child will have fun! We’re turning up the volume on this year’s Fair with more books, more choices, and more fun than ever before. Stop by during conferences and orchestra concerts.

For more info, to set up eWallets, or to shop online, go to: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/coalridgemiddleschool1

Don’t get caught owing $583 for your child’s iPad

Sign up for iPad insurance today! It is $25 for the whole year, but you can pay any amount of that $25 now to begin the insurance. You can learn more about the St. Vrain Valley iPad Insurance here.

Free and Reduced Fees

Families needing financial help reducing or eliminating class fees are encouraged to complete the Free & Reduced Fees Application. This benefits your family and supports our school in terms of funding, staffing, and reduced fees for activities. Remember to renew this application annually for access to various benefits.

Apply for free & reduced fees today to take advantage of these opportunities!

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!

8th Grade Class Picture – October 4
Picture Retake Day – October 9
No School – Friday October 11 and 14
Student Showcase – October 24

Weekly Events

Monday, September 23
Cross Country Practice 3:00pm – 4:15pm

GSA Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Volleyball Games CRMS @ Erie MS 3:30pm & 4:30pm

Tuesday, September 24
Book Fair

8th Grade Volleyball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm

VEX Robotics Practice 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Cross Country Practice 3:00pm- 4:15pm

AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm

7th/8th Grade Orchestra Concert 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Wednesday, September 25

Book Fair

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

Thursday, September 26

Book Fair

Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:10pm – 6:00pm

6th/7th Grade Volleyball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Friday, September 27
Book Fair

6th & 7th Grade Volleyball Intramural Games 3:00pm – 4:30pm

All State Choir Auditions 3:00pm – 6:00pm

FHS Band Night 7:00pm

Saturday, September 28

Cross Country Meet – The Wildcat Zone @ Westview MS Boys 9:00am Girls 9:30am

Need Support in Spanish

Contact Priscilla Gonzalez by phone, text, or email
[email protected] or 303-775-3596

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