Colorado Rocky Mountain School

Boys Soccer: CRMS @ Caprock
2023-10-13
4:00 p.m.

SSAT
2023-10-14
The SSAT is a virtually unspeeded assessment, meaning that most students have adequate time to consider each question. Students in grades 8 -11 are assessed on their verbal, math, and reading skills. A non-scored writing sample is also included to assess writing ability. The SSAT often concludes with an experimental section that isn’t scored or reported but is essential to validating future questions. Learn more and register at https://www.ssat.org/about/about-the-ssat
CRMS is test-optional for the 2023-24 admission cycle.

Boys Soccer: CRMS @ Aspen
2023-10-17
5:00 p.m.

Admission Virtual Information Session
2023-10-17 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Denver)
How to apply: Admission & Tuition Assistance Application Process at CRMS
Join Molly Dorais, Director of Enrollment & Tuition Assistance, for a presentation of Colorado Rocky Mountain School’s admission and tuition assistance application process.
Our Virtual Information Sessions are held via zoom. Click here to watch the webinar.

Oystermeister: Bike
2023-10-18 16:30 - 17:15
Wednesday, October 18, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
What is Oystermeister? Seven times each school year, students and faculty come together for a school-wide, fun-for-all athletic event. Students pay an entry fee of $1 each to participate and all funds raised support student clubs. Regardless of ability, we invite the entire CRMS community to join in – and don’t forget your school spirit, costume, and friendly competition!
The 7 events are:

Open water pond swim and party
Campus course cycling time trial
2.5-mile trail run on Tick Ridge
Rock climbing – bouldering in the CRMS Gym
5K Nordic ski (skate or classic) at Spring Gulch
Alpine downhill at the Snowmass Ski Area NASTAR course
Kayaking race starting at River Valley Ranch and ending at CRMS

To read more about the CRMS Oystermeiser tradition, visit the CRMS blog.

Harvest Dinner: Formal
2023-10-18 18:00 - 19:30

Boys Soccer: CRMS @ Roaring Fork
2023-10-20
6:00 p.m.

XC Team: Regionals TBD
2023-10-20

Admission Open House
2023-10-20 09:30 - 11:30
Fall Open House
We welcome you to join us on Friday, October 20, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for an overview presentation of Colorado Rocky Mountain School’s programs and admission process by Molly Dorais, Director of Enrollment, as well as campus tours with our student ambassadors. Please register here. We hope to see you there!

Boys Soccer: Ridgway @ CRMS
2023-10-21
3:00 p.m.

Bike Team: States: Glenwood Springs (Day 1/2)
2023-10-21

Bike Team: States: Glenwood Springs (Day 2/2)
2023-10-22

Academic Check
2023-10-24
Each term, we set dates for academic checks. This is a time we encourage families to log into Canvas and recognize each student’s academic progress. Our second academic check is Tuesday, October 24th.
The intention of the Canvas Parent portal is so that families can see the status of assignments or grades given. When used well, an open grade book promotes productive conversations between parents/guardians, students, and teachers. Parents should not feel obligated to check their child’s grade status frequently as most students are better off with autonomy and the understanding that they hold responsibility for their academic achievement. Students are expected to use Canvas daily as they complete homework and keep track of assessments.
*Please note that current grades give us only a small snapshot of a student’s performance and do not reflect their overall progress or final grade.
Canvas Tip: The default settings for Canvas Notifications can be overwhelming and unneeded. We recommend that you turn down or turn off the notifications and check in whenever you like through the App or web.
How to Adjust Canvas Notification Settings

Virtual Event: 9th/10th Grade Parent College Counseling Night
2023-10-24 18:30 - 19:30
Betsy Bingham-Johns, Director of College Counseling, will host discussions of the college process for parents on zoom while allowing plenty of time for questions and answers. Please contact Betsy Bingham-Johns with questions.
9th & 10th Grade Parent Zoom: Tuesday, October 24 at 6:30 p.m. MT.
Please register in advance.

Coffee House Rehearsal
2023-10-26 16:00 - 18:00
Students performing at Coffee House should meet at the Barn at 4:00 p.m.

Family Weekend
2023-10-27 - 2023-10-29
Click here for the full Family Weekend schedule.
Click here for Friday’s Class Viewing Schedule.

XC Team: States TBD
2023-10-28

ACT
2023-10-28 07:30 - 13:00
ACT for 12th-grade students

First Day of 2nd Quarter Active
2023-10-30

Last Day to Drop Academic Classes
2023-11-01

"The Finance Camp" Presentation
2023-11-01 16:00 - 18:00
Wednesday, November 1, 4-6pm at TACAW
The Finance Camp, a local investment mentorship program, will be hosting a one-night free presentation for all Roaring Fork Valley high school students and parents on Wednesday, November 1st from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at TACAW in Basalt.
In order to attend, students will need to:

Register for the event (required) – click this link to register
If you need transportation, sign up for the CRMS bus with Debbi at the Front Desk.
Speak with your Period F teacher for approval to leave class early. A bus will depart from the Bar Fork at 3:40 p.m.

Please contact Jennifer Ogilby with any questions.

"Sign In" Weekend
2023-11-03
“Sign-In” Weekend #1: All School Glow-in-the-Dark Capture the Flag
Coming up the weekend after Family Weekend is our first “Sign-In” event of the school year. Big events are more fun when more people participate, so this is a closed evening for boarding students and an opportunity for day students to spend a night in the dorms for a night of fun, including an all-campus game of glow-in-the-dark Capture the Flag! Day students who wish to spend the night on campus need to talk to a boarding student who can host them, and then the two of them need to contact BJ Sbarra, Director of Residential Life, to submit their request. Space is limited, so if you are interested in participating, don’t hesitate to sign up!

Flu Shot Clinic
2023-11-03 11:00 - 13:00
Friday, November 3, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Bar Fork
CRMS will hold its annual flu shot clinic offered by Garfield County Public Health, which is open to all students and staff.
If you opted in for the flu shot via your health forms, your student just needs to show up.
If you did not indicate you wanted a flu shot for your student but now want one, please contact Micki Kibler / (970) 963-3761 by November 1.
Cost: $25 for the flu shot/$30 for the nasal mist, charged to your student’s account.
*Public Health is not able to offer COVID shots; parents can sign their student up for COVID shots at City Market, as an option.

Climb Team: Eagle
2023-11-04

Oystermeister: Run
2023-11-08 16:30 - 18:30
Wednesday, November 8, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
What is Oystermeister? Seven times each school year, students and faculty come together for a school-wide, fun-for-all athletic event. Students pay an entry fee of $1 each to participate and all funds raised support student clubs. Regardless of ability, we invite the entire CRMS community to join in – and don’t forget your school spirit, costume, and friendly competition!
The 7 events are:

Open water pond swim and party
Campus course cycling time trial
2.5-mile trail run on Tick Ridge
Rock climbing – bouldering in the CRMS Gym
5K Nordic ski (skate or classic) at Spring Gulch
Alpine downhill at the Snowmass Ski Area NASTAR course
Kayaking race starting at River Valley Ranch and ending at CRMS

To read more about the CRMS Oystermeiser tradition, visit the CRMS blog.

Admission Virtual Information Session
2023-11-09 17:00 - 18:00
CRMS Program Overview
New to CRMS? Join Molly Dorais, Director of Enrollment & Tuition Assistance, for an overview presentation of Colorado Rocky Mountain School to learn how the combination of our academic, art, outdoor & service programs, and residential life curriculum make CRMS such an incredible place for young people.
Our Virtual Information Sessions are held via zoom. Please click here to register.

Interim & Q2 Active Scholarship Deadline
2023-11-10
Interim & 2nd Quarter Active Scholarships
Due November 10 at 5:00 p.m. MT
CRMS provides need-based assistance to help ease the financial burden for both Interim and quarterly active or trip fees.
Interim Scholarships: All students are welcome to apply, but preference will be given to students currently receiving need-based financial aid.
Please apply here.
2nd Quarter Active Scholarships: Any student who has received financial aid for tuition is welcome to apply. Active scholarships are only applied toward participation fees and do not support equipment purchases, ski passes, travel expenses, etc.
Please apply here.
If you have any questions, please contact Molly Dorais, Director of Enrollment & Tuition Assistance.

Climb Team: Grand Valley
2023-11-11

End of Term 1: Assessments
2023-11-15 - 2023-11-17

Formal Dinner
2023-11-15 18:00 - 19:00
