Interim
2022-02-07 - 2022-02-18
Interim is where students pause their regular coursework and engage in an intensive project or experience. The goal of CRMS Interim is to offer students experiences and pursuits that enable them to learn by doing and expose them to new ideas, experiences, and environments. The opportunity to immerse themselves in this quest for knowledge in a specific discipline beyond a regular academic schedule allows students to broaden their skills, appreciation, and awareness for the world in which we live.
The purpose of Interim is to:

Challenge students to learn and develop new ideas, awareness, and skills
Help students better understand the workings of communities and the value of service to others
Promote active learning and experiential education
Assist students to develop sustainable life skills that will help them reach their full potential and personal goals

Sample Interim projects include:

Ancestral Puebloan: At Native American sites in southeastern Utah, students study rock-art panels, ruins, and archaeological sites.
Avalanche safety and winter skills: At locations near campus and in the high peaks of the San Juan Mountains, participants study avalanche science and avalanche safety.
Glassblowing: Through demonstrations and hands-on instruction, participants explore different ways of shaping molten glass to create beads, vases, and other objects.
Ski Building: Students learn the art of building their own pair of skis; from determining the size to the final graphics.
Language and cultural trip, Mexico: By taking formal language classes and living with host families, students immerse themselves in another culture and language.
Tropical Ecology, Costa Rica: In seminars with respected field biologists and individual research projects, participants study flora and fauna of the tropical forest canopy.
Santa Fe, NM: Students participate in a multi-day cooking school and discover art and food throughout the southwest region.
Civil Rights History and Refugee Activism: Students travel to the southern United States to learn about the history of the Civil Rights Movement, all while considering issues of social justice and equity.
Volcanology and Island Chain Succession. Students explore the shield volcanoes of Hawaii and the many terrestrial and marine expressions and the processes that created them.

Board of Trustee Meeting (virtual)
2022-02-18

Oystermeister: Nordic
2022-02-25 15:15 - 16:15 (America/Denver)
Oystermeister is a series of competitive events throughout the year. The series, which attracts approximately 60-120 participants, offers a diverse lineup of events. They include rock climbing/bouldering; a 2.5-mile trail run on Tick Ridge; 250-meter swim; a 5K Nordic ski (skate or classic) at Spring Gulch; an alpine downhill at the Snowmass Ski Area NASTAR course; a cycling time trial to Dry Park Road; and finally, a downriver kayaking race starting at River Valley Ranch and ending at CRMS.

Oystermister: Alpine
2022-03-09

Winter Visual Art Show
2022-03-11 17:30 - 18:30
Dessert will be served in the Bar Fork gallery. This event is for students and faculty only.

Musical Theatre Performance
2022-03-11 19:00
This performance is for students and faculty only. Masks are required in the Barn.

SAT Testing Date
2022-03-12
This is a primary test date for CRMS juniors.

Winter Visual Art Show and Musical Theatre performance
2022-03-12 18:30 - 19:30
Parents are welcome to view the Visual Art Show (in the Bar Fork Gallery) at 6:30 p.m. and the Musical Theatre production (in the Barn) at 7:00 p.m. Masks are required in the Barn.

End of 3rd Quarter
2022-03-18

Spring Break
2022-03-19 - 2022-04-03

ACT Test for Juniors
2022-04-02 07:30 - 12:00

Classes Begin - Start of 4th Quarter
2022-04-04

Q4 Active Scholarship Applications Due
2022-04-08
This application is for students who would like to participate in an Active Curriculum program and would like to apply for scholarship assistance to defray some of the expenses associated with the particular offering. All students are welcome to apply, but preference will be given to students currently receiving need-based financial aid. A new request must be filled out each quarter.
https://forms.gle/1mXaTQixa8NGy1qG8

Community Dinner & Quad Games
2022-04-21 17:30 - 19:00

Spring Trip
2022-04-24 - 2022-04-30
Spring Trip allows the entire school to undertake expeditions that explore the mesas, rivers, and canyons of the American Southwest. Students and faculty embark on exciting and challenging experiences that build upon and utilize skills learned during Wilderness and Fall Trip. Students discover more about their strengths as they realize their individual roles within group settings.
Sample Spring Trip offerings include:

Canoeing and hiking Green River
Rock climbing Shelf Road, Indian Creek, San Rafael Swell
Backpacking Death Hollow, Slickhorn Canyon
Canyoneering Gravel and Long canyons, Robbers’ Roost
Mountain biking Kokopelli Trail

Senior Exams
2022-05-03 - 2022-05-05

Senior Dinner
2022-05-05

Board of Trustee Meeting
2022-05-06 - 2022-05-07

Retiring Faculty Tribute
2022-05-06 16:30 - 17:15
As a way of honoring all that they have given our community, we are planning to gather on the quad from 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. on May 6, 2022. If you would like to celebrate in person with Mark Clark, AO Forbes, George Weber, and Lynn Pulford, please put this date and time on your calendars – we would love to see you there!
Please click here if you plan to attend.
Thank You!

SAT Testing Date
2022-05-07
The SAT will be offered at CRMS.

Senior Projects Begin
2022-05-09
Senior Project is an integral part of a student’s final year at CRMS, requiring students to exercise self-reliance and responsibility. This project forms an essential aspect of the transition from the relatively comfortable and familiar school community to the world beyond. Successful completion of the project is a CRMS graduation requirement.
Each senior organizes and carries out an independent, three-week project away from school and home, in which they under a master, employer or with an organization. Upon their return to campus, seniors present their real-world learning experiences to peers, family, and a jury made up of students and faculty. Both the quality of the project completed and an oral presentation (a pivotal opportunity to exhibit public-speaking skills) are evaluated, as is a reflective essay designed to help students chronicle their reflections and learning experiences.
Planning the project can be an exciting and thought-provoking process. Students are encouraged to begin exploring project options at the end of their junior year, making the program one of the hallmark experiences of their transition to the new challenges and responsibilities of preparing to graduate. Students often identify unexplored passions or compelling service opportunities, or they may design a program that intensifies current interests.
Sample senior projects include:

Volunteering in a Balinese orphanage
Learning organic farming techniques
Internship at a glassblowing studio
Working at a dolphin research center
Internship with Bridging Bionics (exoskeleton development)
Beekeeping and urban gardening
Tagging and tracking sea turtles
Internship with a public radio station
Teaching English in Spain
Internship for a senate campaign

Annual Plant Sale
2022-05-13 - 2022-05-15
Get your garden growing!
Tomatoes • Herbs • Veggies • Annual Flowers • Perennials • Seed Potatoes • Onion Plants & More!
FRIDAY, MAY 13 • 1-5 pm
SATURDAY, MAY 14 • 9 am-3 pm
SUNDAY, MAY 15 • 9 am-3 pm
To see a full list of plants available: www.crms.org/plantsale
Payment via Venmo (preferred), Cash, Check, or Credit Card
All garden starts are organically grown and are well suited to the Roaring Fork Valley Climate.
CRMS Organic Garden Learning Center 500 Holden Way, Carbondale

Scholarship Work Day
2022-05-14

Oystermeister: Kayak
2022-05-19 15:15 - 16:15

Coffee House Auditions
2022-05-23 19:00 - 20:30
Auditions will take place in the Music Building.

Senior Projects End
2022-05-27

Memorial Day - Classes in Session
2022-05-30

Seniors vs. Faculty Softball Game
2022-06-01 17:00 - 18:00
Join us on the quad to cheer on the senior class and faculty who will face off in the annual softball game.

Formal Dinner: Awards Celebration
2022-06-02 18:00 - 19:30
This Formal Dinner is only open to students and faculty.

Senior Symposium
2022-06-03 09:30 - 15:45
Click here to view the schedule.
