Coal Ridge Middle School

Coal Ridge Middle School is a dynamic learning environment offering rigorous and engaging courses. Every child is cared for, celebrated, and encouraged to explore their strengths and passions.

FOCUS: High-Quality Neighborhood School

PRINCIPAL: Liza Nybo

ENROLLMENT: 819 Students

CONTACT INFORMATION: 6201 Booth Dr., Firestone, CO 80504

303-833-4176

crms.svvsd.org

MASCOT: Dynamite

Highlights

• Coal Ridge offers advanced classes in language arts and mathematics with on-site high school level courses in Algebra and Geometry

• Coal Ridge is building a career and technical education (CTE) pipeline to support students interested in technology pathways through high school and beyond

• Students are active in the school and community through multiple volunteer opportunities, participating in over 1,000 hours of community service each year

• Students build life-long skills through the research-based 7 Mindsets social-emotional learning curriculum

• Coal Ridge is a two time recipient of an OtterCares grant

• All students have access to the Research and Design Lab to practice the design-thinking process and project-based learning

• Coal Ridge uses technology to support student engagement and empower students

• Students have access to a daily advisory period which helps them plan and prepare for high school and postsecondary opportunities, connect with teachers, and create their Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP)

• Home to a robust and growing robotics team that builds leadership and teamwork skills, and gives students the opportunity to solve complex, real-world problems

• Coal Ridge builds strong relationships with families through Parent Empowerment Nights

• Coal Ridge is part of a strong PK-14 school feeder system and partners with elementary and high school administrators, teachers, and students in the Carbon Valley community

• More than 90% of students participate in ensembles in choir, band, and/or orchestra

Athletics for Character, Discipline, and Collegiality

Basketball, Cross Country, Track, Volleyball, and Wrestling

Visual and Performing Arts

Music: Advanced Orchestra, Band, Jazz Band, Men’s and Women’s Choir, Mixed Choir, and Orchestra Art: Advanced Art, Art, and Photography Theater and Dance: Spring Musical

Co-Curricular Activities

Art Club, Dance Club, Drama Club, Eco Club, Future Cities Club, Gaming Club, Homework Club, National Junior Honor Society, Robotics, Rock Climbing Club, STEM Explorers, Student Council, WEB Builders, and Yearbook

What makes your school community unique across St. Vrain Valley Schools?

Coal Ridge Middle School is special because we have a unique system that allows us as students to make our way to a better future. We have a community of respect and love, especially from all of the staff who work hard everyday.

-Keanah Folley, 8th Grade