6th grade math students in Ms. Nistler’s class work together to solve increasingly hard order of operations problems on the whiteboards.

Principal Update

Dear Coal Ridge Families,

We have officially wrapped up the first quarter, and we celebrated today with a fun school-wide assembly! The highlight of the event was our very own Masked Singer competition, featuring four of our talented teachers. It was an exciting way to end the quarter on a high note!

We are incredibly proud of the hard work and perseverance shown by all of our students as they worked diligently to finish the quarter strong. Their dedication continues to impress us every day.

No School on Monday
Just a quick reminder that there will be no school this coming Monday. We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, when we will take the opportunity to reset and reinforce both our school and district expectations. We’ll focus on our Big 3 principles and reiterate the importance of respect and kindness, especially by ensuring that derogatory language is never tolerated within our community.

Lunchroom Updates
Over the past few weeks, we’ve received valuable feedback from many families about our lunchroom procedures, specifically regarding the time it takes to get students through the line and fed. In response, we implemented a new procedure last week, and we will continue to monitor and adjust this process over the next week before reevaluating. Our ultimate goal is to ensure every student has sufficient time to eat and a chance to enjoy some fresh air outside.

As always, we appreciate your feedback and suggestions as we continue to improve our school-wide systems. Thank you for sending us such amazing students; it is truly a joy to spend my days with them!

Have a wonderful weekend, and we’ll see you back on Tuesday!

Warm regards,

Natalee Swan, Principal

No school on Friday, Oct. 11, and Monday, Oct. 14. Please enjoy the 4-day weekend with your children.

Parent Corner: Power of Family Time

As our children age, it is easy to think that they don’t need us as much as they did when they were young. However, adolescents need quality time with their parents more than ever. As you think about the 4-day weekend, consider ways to build in meaningful, device-free time to connect and share space together. Simple activities like having dinner together, going for a walk, playing a game, or simply talking can have a profound impact. Often, our kids do not need a grand gesture; they simply need our undivided attention. These shared experiences foster a sense of belonging, trust, and support, setting the foundation for a strong and loving family unit.

Photos of the Week

Coal Ridge Middle School’s 6th Grade and 7th Grade choirs had a beautiful performance on Wednesday evening!

We had fun at our first whole school assembly of the year as students had to vote on the best masked singer performance.

8th Grade Class Picture

Attention 8th Grade Students!

We had the 8th-grade panoramic class pictures taken last week and they turned out great!

Please use this link to order your panoramic class pictures: http://bit.ly/BestClassPicture.

Remember when ordering….

ALL laminated photos come with a 5-year money-back guarantee!
Order the BOTH package with the formal and funny photos laminated and automatically SAVE 20%! (No Promo Code Necessary)

The order deadline to get the best price is FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25TH. After OCTOBER 25TH there will be a $10 late order fee. All orders will be online through the website. Pictures will be mailed to the address specified in the order form in about 4 weeks.

Please email the photographer, BestClassPicture@gmail.com, if you have any questions. Thank you for your support.”

SVVEF Gala Basket

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!

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!

SVVEF Gala – Nov. 2

PTO/SAC Meeting – Nov. 14

Combined Orchestra Concert @ FHS – Nov. 21

Thanksgiving Break – Nov. 25-29

Weekly Events

Monday, October 14

No School

Tuesday, October 15
AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm

VEX Robotics 3:00pm – 4:15pm

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

Wednesday, October 16

AAA Math Program 3:00pm- 4:15pm

Card & Game Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Dance Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Art Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm

8th Grade Boys Basketball Games CRMS @ Erie MS 3:30pm & 4:45pm

CRMS Open House/Show Case 6:00pm -7:00pm

Thursday, October 17

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

Friday, October 18
8th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Need Support in Spanish

Contact Priscilla Gonzalez by phone, text, or email
gonzalez_priscilla@svvsd.org or 303-775-3596

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