Titan Times

School picture retakes and class photos will be on November 14th! You can order online by going to www.mymjthomas.com and entering the school's event code C385. Retakes are for absent students, new students, students who want to purchase, and students who want a retake. In order to get a retake replacement package, students must return their original package of photos. If you have any questions or concerns about pictures please call MJ Thomas Photo at 1-800-219-0199.

Empowering students to evaluate the credibility of claims and identify misinformation.

A News Literacy Project Collaboration

Our first News Literacy Project was a huge success! A huge shout out and congratulations to 9th grader, Max Bostick, for winning the PSA contest and a brand new pair of ski goggles!

His video is worth watching with your entire family. Please ask your child(ren) to teach you how to laterally read, and remember to, think smart, spot truth!

Max’s Video: PSA on Lateral Reading

Big news 9th, 10th and 11th grade students and parents, we are planning a trip to Scotland and England in the fall of 2025!! Charlotte Camp and Talley Nichols will be hosting a Zoom meeting to go over highlights and begin sign-ups on Monday, November 18 at 6:00pm. Please note, if you have already signed up for this meeting, this is a date change due to the soccer game on Wednesday night. You will receive an email confirming the new date. If your student is interested, please plan to attend to hear all the details including the itinerary, dates, and cost of this trip. The meeting will also mark the official opening of enrollment! (Important note: to participate students must be enrolled in CBCS and in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade at time of travel.) Use this link for more detailed information about the tour!

Please RSVP to this link to sign up for the virtual, information meeting. The link might say the meeting is on Wednesday the 13th, but we are changing the date to Monday the 18th. This will be updated ASAP. Please just sign up for the meeting and plan on MONDAY the 19th. Thanks and sorry for confusion. Questions? Email Talley-tnichols@gunnisonschools.net

We have a few bikes left from last year. If you recognize one as yours, please let us know! They will be donated at the end of the week.

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. Check the bell schedule HERE. Thanks for your help and support!

Please email CBSSattendance@gunnisonschools.net if your student will be absent or needs to miss any classes. Per the student handbook, please note that students who are more than 25 minutes late to class without a call or email from a guardian will be marked as an unexcused absence for that period.

If you or your student needs to reset your PowerSchool password, you can contact madeline.shugert@gunnisonschools.net or pssupport@gunnisonschools.net. Thank you!

Will hold an interested meeting on Thursday, November 14th during high school Titan Time in Room C105.

• 11/15 – Inside Out 2 – WCU Theater – 5:30pm and 8pm

It is time to purchase your holiday wreath, door spray, garland and support the Classes of 2031 & 2032 for upcoming class trips, events and even graduation! For every item purchased, $8 goes directly to the class fund for our 5th & 6th graders. All orders will be sent directly to your home via FedEx. Click here and be sure to use fundraising code cresteco001. The Classes of 2031 & 2032 thank you for your support!

Improv Club will meet on Thursdays 11/14 - 12/19, 4:15-5:30 at the Mallardi Theatre (2nd & Elk Ave). Please contact Jill at jvantiel@gunnisonschools.net if your student is interested in joining.

The Enrichment Program is looking for middle school and high school students to help out with After School Clubs for elementary students on Tuesdays & Thursdays until 4:30 and for help with the Wednesday Workshops program 1:50-3:30 on Wednesdays. Contact Jill at jvantiel@gunnisonschools.net for more information.

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

Gunnison Watershed School District has opted in to Healthy School Meals For All in 2024-2025. This program provides FREE breakfast and lunch to ALL students for the 2024/2025 school year. No application is required this school year to receive free complete meals. Please note, any individual items and/or second meals will be charged, so pre-fund your mypaymentsplus account if your student is likely to buy these items. Lunch Menu HERE.

Students will complete course registration this week in English classes (for HS) and Social Studies or Language Arts (for MS). Course registration is completed in PowerSchool under the Class Registration link on the left. Parents are encouraged to review student choices. All changes must be completed by Friday, November 22nd. Second semester begins Tuesday, January 21st.

For full course descriptions, please visit the CB Secondary Website, Programs --> Guidance.

High school students who are interested in taking a WCU Concurrent Enrollment Course for second semester should attend the interest meeting on Tuesday, November 19th at HS lunch in the school library. Prior to the meeting, please review WCU Undergraduate Course Options.

The counseling office will host Freshman Nights on Tuesday, November 19th and Wednesday, November 20th at 6pm. Every freshman and a parent are encouraged to attend one of the sessions. We will cover timely information about high school requirements and planning for beyond high school. The presentation will be in the MPR and will last one hour. Please RSVP. Email Jennifer, jread@gunnisonschools.net, with any questions.

Gunnison County Electric Association is once again offering two fully funded leadership opportunities -- a Washington, D.C. Youth Tour from June 16-22 and a Leadership Camp from July 12-17. These have both been amazing experiences for our students. Applications due December 2nd. GCEA Student Application Link

Irwin Guides and Choice Pass are hosting an Avalanche Safety Course on December 6th and 7th. Learn about avalanche safety and earn .1 high school credit! If interested, please register directly with Irwin Guides at 970-349-5430 by November 22nd. Please note that scholarships and backcountry equipment are available.

Hagan Scholarship, Deadline December 1st

Must meet income eligibility.

The Coolidge Scholarship is a full-ride, four-year merit scholarship. The application requires several readings and essays. If interested, start working on requirements ASAP. Deadline is Dec 11th. App and info available at coolidgescholars.org.

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Congratulations to the boys soccer team for making it to the semifinals!

Wednesday, November 13th: CHSAA 2A Semifinals

5:00pm--Forge Christian vs. Crested Butte

7:30pm--Salida vs. Denver Christian/Fountain Valley

• Game location is TBD--Either UNC Jackson Stadium or Greeley D6 District Soccer Stadium (stadiums are 15 minutes apart)

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

Practices are after school in the HS gym - Recent health physical, Big Team paperwork, and MyPaymentPlus payment required to register (scholarships available on a needs basis!)

Boys Register HERE!

Girls, Register HERE!

This year's largest PTA fundraiser is "Wigs & Onesies" Karaoke + DJ Dance Party at Bonez on Friday, Dec. 6th. Announcing Laura Silva, a.k.a. "DJ Triple L," of High Mountain DJs hosting karaoke & beats. Tickets include a drink ticket and appetizers. Party starts at 7pm, come early for dinner and enjoy Mexican cuisine from one of Crested Butte’s finest! Get your $35 Early Bird tickets now! Cost goes up to $50 on 11/25.

Help our teachers in the most direct way possible, consider registering as a substitute teacher! The process is quick and easy, with minimal requirements. You will receive support from the staff, no experience required! You can specify if you prefer elementary or secondary. Want to help, but can't commit to a whole day? Substitutes are needed for half days as well either for morning or afternoon blocks.

Email Laura Parker, GSWD Substitute Coordinator, to indicate your interest (or with any questions), and she will guide you through the process. lparker@gunnisonschools.net

Teacher conferences have wrapped up for the fall and we are honored to have made these evenings a little more special for our wonderful teachers and staff. Thank you CBCS teachers and staff for all that you do! Here are some highlights from our teacher appreciation team. And a special thank you to our sponsors who help support appreciation meals, wellness, and all our student programming and resources! Please check out all our sponsors here and find more information on becoming a sponsor.

We are looking for High School students in need of volunteer hours. Taylor Nation PTA Benefit Concert at The Center for the Arts on Friday November 15th. Available volunteer shifts from 6:00pm-10:45pm helping with merch, concessions, and coat check stations. Volunteers can also enjoy the show at no cost when not on shift. Click here for more info and to access signups!

11/14: Class Pictures and Picture Retakes

11/19 and 11/20: Freshman Nights at 6pm

Our school utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more. You can participate in this service by sending a text message of "yes" to our school's short code number 67587. You can also opt out of these messages at any time by simply replying to one of the messages with "stop." SchoolMessenger is compliant with the Student Privacy Pledge, so you can rest assured that your information is safe and will never be given or sold to anyone.

We take safety seriously at CBSS and we are committed to providing a safe, substance free school. The Halo Smart Sensor not only measures air quality (like CO2 and NO2), but can also detect nicotine and THC vapes. These tools are present to help us meet our goal of ensuring a substance free school. If you would like to have more information, or have questions, please contact the office to set up a meeting with Mr. McCune, or email him at smccune@gunnisonschools.net with your questions.

Just a reminder to please email CBSSattendance@gunnisonschools.net if your student will be absent or needs to miss any classes.

Building access is limited to students and faculty with special access granted to school volunteers and parents by appointment. The main office foyer will be the singular access point. Please use the phone in the foyer to notify office staff of your arrival. Visitors are required to check in and out as we are responsible for your whereabouts in the case of an emergency. Thank you for honoring this limited access as we strive to ensure a safe and secure space for our students.

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