Where Excellence Soars
Thanksgiving Break: No School November 24-28
Our Week at CRMS…
Our 8th Grade Scientists exploring sound through the use of string and cups, while testing the different characteristics of the string.
This week, our 8th Grade WING Leaders organized a series of meaningful activities to celebrate Kindness Week. Each day, students participated in small but impactful acts that helped build a positive and supportive school community. Activities included sending compliments to peers, sharing acts of kindness, collaborating on a schoolwide Gratitude Tree by adding leaves with things they are thankful for, and writing thank-you cards to staff members.
Why It Matters
The power of giving a compliment:
- Boosts overall mood
- Increases happiness
- Builds stronger connections
The benefits of practicing gratitude:
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Supports both mental and physical well-being
- Increases happiness and self-esteem
We are so proud of our students for creating a week filled with positivity and connection!
Talent Show Auditions: December 4th
Rock Climbing Club begins December 1st
Career Elevation and Technology Center Open House: December 3, 3PM-7PM
NJHS’s 1st Annual Animal Rescue Drive
Our NJHS chapter will be hosting our 1st annual Animal Rescue Drive here at Coal Ridge Middle School! We will be supporting 2 different organizations;
Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary in Erie (farm animal rescue) and
Soul Dog Rescue in Fort Lupton (cat and dog rescue).
CETC Holiday Photos: Saturday, November 10th
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
Frederick High School Programs
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. Ridgway
6th Grade History
This is Mr. Ridgway’s second year teaching at Coal Ridge, and there are two things that stand out to him the most. First is the culture—he believes there’s a school-wide commitment to making Coal Ridge a place where students truly want to be. Second is the incredible team he gets to work with; he states, “I genuinely love my colleagues”.
Outside of school, he enjoys spending time outdoors. Hiking, fly fishing, and camping are some of his favorite ways to recharge.
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!
Winter Choir Concert – December 8
Winter Band Concert – December 11
Winter Orchestra Concert – December 16
Winter Break December 22 – January 5
Weekly Events
Thanksgiving Break November 24-28
Monday, December 1
Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Snacks and Crafts Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
GSA Club 3:00-4:15
Climbing Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
8th Grade Girls Basketball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Tuesday, December 2
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
8th Grade Girls Basketball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Wednesday, December 3
PLC Late Start – School Starts at 10:15am – Buses run 2.5 hours later
AAA Math Program 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Art Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Homework Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Dance Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Climbing Club 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Girls Basketball Game – CRMS @ Altona MS 3:30pm & 4:45pm
After School Rehearsal for Choir Concert 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Thursday, December 4
Robotics Club (optional) 3:00pm – 4:15pm
6th & 7th Grade Girls Basketball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Friday, December 5
6th, 7th & 8th Grade Girls Basketball Practice 3:00pm – 4:30pm
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