Titan Times

Are you proficient in two languages? Juniors and Seniors are eligible to earn the Seal of Biliteracy for Gunnison Watershed School District. It is a special honor which recognizes the sustained effort it takes to become bilingual, which is widely recognized and valued by employers and universities.

To earn the Seal, a student must prove that they are proficient in both English and a World Language. Details in this slideshow. Apply using this form. Deadline is Friday, February 13th at 10:00pm.

The annual CBCS Talent Show will be held on Wednesday, January 28th from 5:30-7:00PM. Any K-12 student is welcome to participate but sign-ups are filling fast! If your child is interested in performing, please scan and fill out the form to reserve your spot. All entries must pay a $10 entrance fee and attend a dress rehearsal from 2:00-4:00PM the day of the show (times will be assigned). If you aren’t performing, make sure to come cheer on your friends and support the CBHS Student Council!

Parents of high school students - the kick-off meeting for the Annual After-Prom is Monday, February 2 at Sarah Hartigan's house: 25 Floyd Ave in CB South at 6:00pm. After-Prom is a late-night party offering fun, music, dancing, games, food, prizes and a safe place for all prom goers to let loose and spend time together in a substance-free environment. This event is provided at no cost to students and takes many hours of planning and substantial fundraising. Many hands make light work — anyone willing to help plan this awesome event is welcome and we are looking for parents to train that can take over next year! Please come with ideas, enthusiasm and friends! RSVP to hartigansarah@yahoo.com

While volunteer forms have always been part of our procedures, the updated policy requires that all regular volunteers and volunteer supervisors complete the new form prompting an updated background check.

Volunteers who are required to complete the form include:

• Regular classroom volunteers

• Volunteer supervisors on field trips

• Volunteers supervising students on the playground or in other settings where they may be with students out of earshot of a school employee

Volunteers who are not required to complete the form include:

• Guest readers

• Guest speakers

• Classroom visitors who will not be with students without direct supervision from a school employee

These updates help us ensure a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for everyone while continuing to encourage community involvement in our school.

As we celebrate our seniors and prepare this year’s Yearbook, we are opening the opportunity for families to purchase a senior recognition ad to honor your student(s). These ads are the perfect way to reflect on your child’s accomplishments and the memories made over the past thirteen years.

Yearbook ad orders must be submitted by February 1st, 2026. While this is not mandatory, families may choose between a half-page ad for $125.00 or a full-page ad for $225.00. We recognize that this is a considerable expense, and we appreciate your understanding. This is a one-time opportunity to commemorate your child’s journey from their first days of school through graduation in a keepsake that will last for years to come.

Thank you for supporting the yearbook and helping us celebrate the Class of 2026. Please contact cbhsyearbook@gwsd.net if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

The CBCS yearbook team

Free movie night at the Majestic on Friday, January 23rd at 6:30pm. Concessions for purchase.

Middle school skate night on Friday, February 6th from 7:30-8:30pm at Big Mine. There will be $1 hot cocoa and a raffle at the end of the night. Bring money for skate rental!

January 20th at 6pm in the CBCS library. Open to students in grades 6-8. Please reach out to Ms. Emily at eharwell@gunnisonschools.net with questions.

CBCS uses MyPaymentsPlus to accept payments for any applicable school fees (athletics, extra items at lunch, after school programming, etc.) If you need your student ID number please reach out to madeline.shugert@gunnisonschools.net.

Keep track of tests, quizzes, projects, and other important activities that students have coming up:

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Alltricity Scholarship, Deadline Jan 30th

Students pursuing degree in electric energy industry OR an electric industry certificate position

Colorado PEO Scholarship, Deadline January 31st

Female, college-bound students

Horatio Alger Scholarship, Deadline February 15th

Financial need required

Pinnacol Foundation, Deadline February 15th

For children of injured workers

Museum of Contemporary Art Failure Award, Deadline Feb 27th

RBC Wealth Management Scholarship, Deadline Feb 27th

Crested Butte Rotary Scholarship, Deadline Feb 27th

Richard Rozman Memorial Scholarship, Deadline February 28th

Students pursuing a degree in water resources, civil or ag engineering or ag studies

Gunnison County Electric Assoc Scholarship, Deadline March 1st

Choice Pass Scholarship, Deadline April 5th

Student must be in good standing with Choice Pass and parent must attend Choice Pass event by March 10th.

NuVista Credit Union Scholarship, Deadline March 31st

Must be a NuVista member or live with someone who is a NuVista member.

Western Colorado Pheasants Forever Scholarship, Deadline July 1st

For students studying conservation related fields OR passionate about the outdoors with hunting, 4H, or FFA.

Sophomore Nights will be Wed, Feb 4th and Thurs, Feb 5th at 6pm in the MPR. All sophomores and a parent are encouraged to attend one of the presentations. We will cover important information about planning for high school and beyond, including credits, transcripts, course planning, upcoming testing, community service, and more. All CBHS athletes should be able to attend one of the presentations. We have worked with the athletic department to ensure practices do not conflict both nights. Please RSVP! Sophomore Night RSVP

Rocky Mountain Biological Lab and the Gunnison School District are offering a field biology course July 27th- Aug. 7th. One semester of GWSD science credit available! Scholarships are also available to local students to help cover the fee. Scholarship applications are due Feb. 1st. The RMBL Website has more information or contact Katie Lawn at RMBL: youthscience@rmbl.org

Pathways Outdoor Education is running two backcountry ski days second semester on January 23rd and February 6th. They are open to HS students in the district who have taken an intro-level avalanche course. Sign-up form: https://forms.gle/1sNAQ8VPXEgyTa2u9

Check out the website for all things athletics: last minute changes, game highlights, up-to-date schedule, live viewings and more!

We are beginning to plan for the 2026-2027 school year and have several important roles that need to be filled. To continue offering all our wonderful support for students and staff, we really need new volunteers to step up and get involved. Roles range from seasonal event planning to at-home project management to Board Member positions, including President. If you would like to see how you can get more involved, please fill out this form and we will be in touch! Thank you in advance for considering how you can help support our school!

Our next PTA meeting will be held at Town Hall on Thursday February 5th, from 12-3pm. This is our biggest meeting of the year where we "deep dive" into our programs and decide as a team what is working and what is not, to start our outlining for the next school year. Lunch will be provided. If you are interested in hearing more about what we do and why, or have ideas or feedback for any of our programming, please join us. You can also attend virtually, email president@crestedbuttepta.org for a virtual invitation.

Saturday, January 24th at Tully's. A night of food, fun, and prizes at Family Jammy Bingo! Reserve your seats now, seating limited! Tickets include a seat and buffet dinner of pizza, salad, and dessert. 5pm buffet seating, 6pm Bingo starts. Bingo cards will be sold at the door for $15. Must be 18+ to buy cards (cash or Venmo) but all ages can play! We will have prizes for each of the 8 bingo games and prizes for best costumes.

Sign up to help with crossing guard HERE. Volunteers are needed to help students safely cross the street along the safe route on 8th St. and Red Lady Avenue.

Townie Books is partnering with UCC and the Majestic for a free showing of Schindler's List. Tuesday, January 27th at 6:30pm.

Your support directly funds uniforms, equipment, banquets, concessions, merchandise, and the many extras that support CBCS athletics. Every level of membership helps our Titan athletes succeed so thank you for keeping the momentum going strong into winter!

Membership Levels:

• White Level: Includes Titans athlete car magnet https://square.link/u/DO11yfDF
• Blue Level: Includes car magnet + yard sign https://square.link/u/Yi7TxZyF
• Silver Level: Includes all Blue items + a Titans hoodie. https://square.link/u/Szsl62xc

We’re gearing up for a busy winter season and need your help running Booster Club

Concessions! Volunteering is a fun, easy way to support our teams and connect with other CBCS

families. Sign up for a shift and help us keep the snacks (and spirit!) flowing at every home

game.

Please email CBSSattendance@gunnisonschools.net if your student will be absent or needs to miss any classes.

In an effort to alleviate disruptions to classroom learning, if you need to pick up your child during the school day, please do your best to utilize a passing period. We understand that this may not always be possible, but when it is, it really benefits our learning environment. Per the student handbook, middle school students must be signed out from the front office by a guardian. Please also call ahead or email. High school students can sign out from the office on their own with guardian approval (email cbssattendance@gunnisonschools.net or call 970-641-7720). Thanks for your help and support!

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