Coal Ridge Middle School Weekly Bulletin

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School Building and Coal Ridge Sign

Late Start: Wednesday, November 5th


1st Annual Innovation Center Game Jam

WHAT: a one-day creative challenge where students design, code, and share their own video games — no prior experience required!

WHO: Middle and high school students

WHEN: December 6th 

WHERE: Innovation Center  

HOW: Using MakeCode Arcade, a browser-based platform that makes game creation approachable for all skill levels.

There is room for 50 students to attend for FREE and receive a free lunch!

 Registration Link Here – https://forms.gle/heLaeLq2FC61Bcnp8


Happy Halloween

A group of 8th graders in costumes poses for a photo in a school hallway and classroom.

Mrs. Sturgeon’s 8th grade Science

Students are presenting their passion projects to each other.

Ms. Luutran’s students learning about body systems

Students are engaged in art projects on a large table covered with paper, using various art supplies in a classroom.

Frederick High School Open House: November 10th 6PM

Mead High School Open House: November 12th 6PM


Santa Cops Information


998 Mental Health Line

A new state law requires schools to share information about the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line. The service provides free, confidential support 24/7 from trained specialists through calls, texts, or live chats. Families can learn more by visiting 988Colorado.com. Please click the links below for more information.


SNAP Benefit update from CDE

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has asked us to share this information with our community: Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits for November may be delayed. School meals are still available. If you need additional food before your SNAP benefits are available, there are local resources that can help:


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. Tellier

Ms. Tellier having fun with her daughter.

Behavior Specialist

Joining Coal Ridge just last year, Ms. Tellier has already become an important part of the team! She appreciates the positive, supportive staff and the opportunity to learn more about how to best serve students each day. Outside of school, she enjoys scuba diving—especially exploring underwater wrecks!



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!

November 13 – 8th Grade Choir to FHS

November 13 – PAG Meeting

November 24-28 – Thanksgiving Break

Weekly Events

Monday, November 3

Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

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

GSA Club 3:00-4:15

Boys Basketball Game Altona @ CRMS 3:30pm & 4:45pm

Tuesday, November 4

AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Card & Game Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Robotics 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Cheer Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

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

Wednesday, November 5

PLC Late Start – School Starts at 10:15am – Buses Run 2 1/2 hours later

Art Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Dance Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm

8th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Thursday, November 6

6th/7th Boys Intramural Boys Basketball Game 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Friday, November 7

8th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm

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