Titan Times

October 1st is the date that the Colorado Department of Education requires us to submit the number of students enrolled and PRESENT to receive our funding for the following school year. It is important to have all of our students here on Thursday, if possible. We understand extenuating circumstances but encourage you to have your child attend on Thursday!

You can order photos online by going to www.mymjthomas.com and entering our school's event code (C385). If you have any questions or concerns about pictures please call MJ Thomas Photo at 1-800-219-0199.

Please note that class pictures and picture retakes will be on Thursday, October 22nd.

All sophomore and juniors are highly encouraged to take the PSAT on Wednesday, October 28th, administered during the school day at CBCS. Please pay the $18 test fee on mypaymentsplus (under Activities - PSAT). This test provides valuable practice for the SAT. If you have questions or need financial assistance in paying the test fee, please contact Jennifer Read at jread@gunnisonschools.net.

Parent-teacher conferences will be held on Wednesday, November 4th and Wednesday, November 11th.

We’ve noticed an increase in items being dropped off for students during the school day. To minimize classroom disruptions and due to limited office staffing, please note that we will not be calling classes to notify students about dropped-off items such as lunches or other non-essential items. If an item is medical or urgently needed, this policy does not apply.

If your student forgets their lunch, please know that free hot lunch is available each day. Students who are expecting a drop-off are welcome to stop by the office during passing periods to check for their items. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Youth are experts on their peers and are the ones with the power to influence change. The Youth Coalition is a group of students who care about their peers’ well-being and want to make a positive impact. Topics and projects are different each year, based on what the coalition decides. The Coalition meets before school, at school, every other week and students are financially compensated for their work. Applications are due October 9th.

Spanish HERE.

Choice Pass is a free program that celebrates and incentivizes 6th-12th graders to stay drug and alcohol free. A parent/guardian must attend a sign-up night with their youth. To learn more and to complete paperwork, please visit https://www.choicepass.net/home. Interpretation is provided in Spanish.

Spanish Flyer HERE.

CBCS Sign-Up Nights:

• Monday, October 5th
• Wednesday, October 7th

Guiding Good Choices is an evidence-based parenting curriculum for families with youth 9-14 years old. It aims to reduce risk factors associated with teen drug use and strengthen family bonds. The course is 6 weeks, the cost is $25 per parent, and includes dinner and child care.

The class often fills up, so REGISTER today!

If your child needs medication administered during the school day. Please bring the completed form with physician signature and prescription medication in the appropriately labeled container to the school.

CBCS uses MyPaymentsPlus to accept payments for any applicable school fees (athletics, extra items at lunch, the technology fee, after school programming, etc.)

$30 Technology Fee (all 6-12 students): DUE OCTOBER 9th

Sports fees as required

Each CBCS student will have a Chromebook and charger. Please click HERE for more information on technology offerings and the $30 annual tech fee due Friday, October 9th. The tech fee is applicable to all students and can be paid through MyPaymentsPlus. The tech fee helps to cover accidental damage. Fees are waived for those eligible through the free and reduced application.

Daniels Fund Scholarship, Deadline October 15th

Need based, great scholarship

Boettcher Scholarship, Deadline November 1st

Very selective, must be used in the state of CO

Hagan Scholarship, Deadline December 1st

Financial need required

US JCI Senate Scholarship, Deadline Jan 12th

Scholarship available for four-year and trade schools

Colorado Council Volunteerism Scholarship, Deadline February 1st

Must be used at a school in Colorado

Financial Aid Night is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7th at 6pm at CBCS. Please bring a laptop. Any families who are new to the FAFSA or would like guidance should plan to attend!

We encourage the student to attend with the parents. Reach out to Jennifer with questions.

Western Slope College Fair: This fair in Aspen is amazing! Oct 4th, 10am - 2pm. They will reps from 300+ colleges and a trades program tent as well. They also have dozens of breakout sessions about financial aid, collegiate athletics, gap year programs, etc.

Interested in playing middle school boys basketball? For more information please read the letter from Coach Bacani.

Please reach out to Coach Bacani - mbacani@gunnisonschools.net

Practices will start on September 29.

HERE is the GWSD Chats one-pager to help get you set up for team communications! If you still need help with Chats, please reach out to kgallagher@gunnisonschools.net

Calling all CBCS students! Here's your chance to shine in the spotlight and share your unique talents. The National PTA Reflections contest is back, and this year’s theme, "What my culture means to me."

All are invited to express yourself through one or all of the six creative disciplines, Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and Visual Arts. Show the world what creativity means to you! All K-12 entries will be showcased in an exhibition, celebrating your imagination and hard work. And that's just the beginning — winners from the local level can advance through regional, and state PTA programs, with the ultimate opportunity to compete nationally!

Don’t miss out on this exciting journey — the deadline for submissions is Sunday November 8th, 2026. Ready to take the first step? Visit here to download the entry form! Fill it out and return it to the school office or scan and email it to reflections@crestedbuttepta.org

Get ready for Homecoming and show your Titan pride all year long! The Booster Club has Titan

Spirit Wear for students, parents and fans.

Purchase here: https://tinyurl.com/Titans-Merch-Store

10/2: MS Fall Dance, 6pm

10/12-10/16: October Break (No School)

10/22: Class Pictures and Retakes

11/4: Parent-teacher Conferences

11/11: Parent-teacher Conferences

11/23-11/27: Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Please email CBSSattendance@gunnisonschools.net if your student will be absent or needs to miss any classes. Please note, for absences to be medically excused, please provide a doctor's note.

Please contact Madeline Shugert, Secondary Office Manager, at madeline.shugert@gunnisonschools.net, or call the front office at (970) 641-7720.