Where Excellence Soars
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
Register and view details here:
Project Launch 2026 CRMS
Project Launch 2026 CRMS Registration LINK
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
Register and view details here:
Quarter 3 Honor Roll Certificates
Parents, please be on the lookout for Quarter 3 Honor Roll certificates which will be distributed next Wednesday.
The eighth grade semi-formal dance is quickly approaching on Friday May 1st. This event is so much fun every year and we love being able to see the 8th graders have a great time! That being said, I know a lot of you are already helping or have recently reached out to see what else we need. Here is an Amazon Wishlist link of things we are still in need of, you can ship them to yourself and have your student bring them in, or have them shipped to the school at 6201 Booth Dr. Firestone, CO 80504.
We appreciate anything you feel like giving and thank you all so much for your support, we are looking forward to celebrating this special event with your students!
Mrs. Green & Mrs. Zaruba
Our awesome students have launched a coffee cart delivery for staff, and it’s been such a bright spot in our building! From taking orders to making deliveries, they’re building real-world skills, confidence, and connections with staff along the way. We’re so proud of their hard work and the positive energy they bring each day—plus, the coffee is a pretty great bonus!
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!
Track Meet results for 4/13/26
🥇 1st Place Finishes:
- Boys 4×400 Relay: Ethan Renneissen (8), Wyatt Sanborn (8), Brad Salazar (8), Tate Jessen (8)
- Girls 100m Hurdles: Graycie Avila (8)
- Girls 100m Dash: Micaiah Thompson (8)
- Boys 4×200 Relay: Jace Gonzalez (8), Eli Redford (8), TJ Osler (8), Ben Cook (8)
- Girls 200m Dash: Micaiah Thompson (8)
- Boys 800m Run: Elliott Rounds (8)
- Girls Shot Put: Kayla Strojinc (8)
- Boys Shot Put: Isaiah Ramirez (8)
- Girls Long Jump: Bella Gubanich (8)
- Girls Triple Jump: Leelou Meadows (8)
- Boys Triple Jump: Shiloh Wittler (8)
🥈 2nd Place Finishes:
- Girls 100m Hurdles: Emma Lopez (8)
- Boys 100m Dash: Henry Reed (8)
- Boys 4×100 Relay: Brad Salazar (8), Shiloh Wittler (8), Ian Dufour (8), Henry Reed (8)
- Girls Discus: Kayla Strojinc (8)
- Boys Discus: Brad Salazar (8)
- Boys Shot Put: Brad Salazar (8)
- Boys Long Jump: Elliott Rounds (8)
- Boys Triple Jump: Henry Reed (8)
Great job to all of our athletes—way to represent!
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!
Ignite your child’s passion for innovation this summer! We are thrilled to announce our high-octane VEX IQ Robotics Camps at Timberline K-8, designed specifically for students entering grades 6-8.
This immersive, week-long experience transforms students into junior engineers. No prior VEX experience is required—just a curiosity for how things work!
What’s in Store?
- Engineering & Design: Use the official VEX IQ snap-together system to build custom robots in small, collaborative teams.
- Coding & Automation: Master VEXcode IQ to bring machines to life, navigating obstacle courses via both remote-control and autonomous programming.
- The Grand Finale: The week ends with a “Grand Finale Tournament” where teams put their designs to the ultimate test in head-to-head challenges.
- Skills for the Future: Beyond STEM, students build confidence in problem-solving, strategy, and “Gracious Professionalism.”
Camp Schedule (Monday – Thursday) We are offering four different sessions at Timberline K-8:
- June 8 – 11, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- June 8 – 11, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- June 15 – 18, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- June 15 – 18, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
How to Sign Up Click Here to Register via RevTrak
The Up-A-Creek Robotics high school team is teaching summer camps this June, see flyer below for more info!
Any students interested in CETC summer camp? See flyer below for more info!
CRMS students putting their creativity on display! We love seeing their hard work and artistic talents recognized at the district level.
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.
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!
Pic of the Week
7th graders shared their book reports in small groups, engaging in thoughtful discussions and practicing their public speaking skills.
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 Mr. Sam Brown
6th grade Language Arts
I am finishing my third year of teaching after earning my Master’s in Education from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2019. I also completed my undergraduate degree in Communication at CU Boulder in 2014. I was inspired to pursue teaching after my experience working at Camp Walt Whitman in New Hampshire.
One of my favorite parts of teaching 6th grade—besides working with Ms. Green—is that no matter how stressful or challenging the day can be, there is always something that makes me laugh. Whether it’s a perfectly timed sarcastic comment, a moment of classic middle school awkwardness, or a well-delivered “dad joke,” my students bring a lot of joy to each day.
Outside of school, I enjoy reading, going to the movies, fly fishing, and playing rugby. During the summers, I often return to New Hampshire to work as a counselor, where I spend time hiking in the White Mountains and driving boats on Lake Winnipesaukee.
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 20
GSA Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Track Meet 8th & 7C @ Longmont HS – Starts at 3:30pm
Tuesday, April 21
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 22
Art Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Track Practice 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Thursday, April 23
Book Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
NJHS Speakers Only Rehearsal 3:00pm – 4:15pm
7th/8th Grade District Track Meet @ Longmont HS – Starts at 11:00am
Open House for CVA Families 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Friday, April 24
No after school activities
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Leadership St. Vrain Now Accepting Applications for the 25-26 School Year
Leadership St. Vrain is a program designed to provide parents and other community members the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of our district’s mission, operations and strategic priorities. The program is especially beneficial for those who want to obtain a foundation in district operations and governance and become more active participants in St. Vrain Valley […]
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Summer Learning Liftoff: Stay Connected to Your Learning During Summer Break
Thank you for your strong partnership in supporting a successful school year for our students, teachers, and staff. In addition to the hundreds of students engaged in our Project Launch extended school year program, St. Vrain Valley Schools remains committed to providing students and families with high-quality learning resources to use at home. Why Summer […]
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Congratulations Dr. Jackie Kapushion, Superintendent of St. Vrain Valley Schools
Dear St. Vrain Valley Schools Community, We are pleased to announce that following a thorough and deliberate search process, the Board of Education has appointed Dr. Jackie Kapushion as the next Superintendent of St. Vrain Valley Schools, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Kapushion brings exceptional qualifications to this role, including 36 years of experience in […]
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