Dear CRMS Families,

As we begin the 4th quarter at CRMS, it’s hard to believe how fast this school year has flown by! While summer may be on the horizon, now is the time for students to stay focused and finish strong. Middle school grades do matter— not just for honor roll and awards, but for building habits that lead to success in high school and beyond. Consistent effort, good attendance, and a strong finish can make a big difference.

We also want students to know that their hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. We are in the process of planning some exciting end-of-year activities and incentives, including a school-wide field trip to Washington, D.C. This trip will be tied to students' attendance during MCAP testing and their effort and behavior throughout the testing window. Teachers will be monitoring for students who show up each day, try their best, and stay engaged— because that’s what helps make our school strong!

Encourage your student to take pride in their work and to see this final quarter as a chance to shine. Whether it’s a last push to improve a grade, showing up every day ready to learn, or putting in full effort during state testing, everything counts.

We’re proud of all our CRMS students and can’t wait to celebrate their efforts in a big way!

Take Care. Be Well.

Dr. Yolanda Holloway

#BeAPowerPlayer

April 9th--CRMS Community Schools Stakeholder Meeting @1pm

April 11th -13th--CRMS and CRHS Drama Presents (see flyer below)

April 16th--NJHS Induction @6pm

April 17th--1/2 Day (Change in CCPS Calendar) Begin Spring Break

April 17th-April 21st--Spring Break 😃

**Student MCAP Attendance Incentive for End of Year Field Trip**

April 24th, 25th, 28th, & 29th--6th-8th ELA MCAP Testing

May 5/5 & 5/6 MCAP Math 6,7,8

May 12th, 14th, 15th, 16th-- MISA 8th grade Social Studies

May 15th--CRMS Music Department Concert @CRHS @7pm

May 19th, 20th, 21st, and 22nd-- Algebra I MCAP

The Board of Education is considering further revisions to the Dress Code Policy. Please visit the district website for complete details and information on providing feedback.

2024-2025 Calendar - The current calendar has been amended to reflect 180 student days and 190 teacher work days, which makes June 17, 2025 (half-day) the last day of school for students. (News Post with details)

2025-2026 Calendar – The Board adopted a calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. The calendar may be found on the website in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.

The last day of school has been set for Tuesday, June 17 for all students, and it will be a half day. Complete details are available on the district and school website.

Don’t miss this delicious opportunity to support the food-related charities in Caroline that actively work to end childhood hunger. One in four children in Caroline County experience food insecurity on a regular basis.

Event: May 3rd, 4-5:30pm or 6-7:30pm

512 Franklin Street, Denton

$40 per person

Tickets - tinyurl.com/4m8mndvj

Proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to these Caroline County non-profits:

• Aaron’s Place

• Caroline Helping Hands

• Food for Learning

• His Hope Ministries

• Martin’s House and Barn

The 2025-2026 Application for a Change of Student School Assignment is available online from March 1 through June 1. Please visit the Caroline County Public Schools webpage for requirements and application.

The 2025-2026 Application for a Change of Student School Assignment is available online from March 1 through June 1. Please visit the Caroline County Public Schools webpage for requirements and application.

Our School-Based Health Centers provide medical, dental, nutrition, and behavioral services.

Services are coordinated with your primary care providers and come with the convenience of Choptank Health’s medical professionals accessing and treating enrolled students with sick and wellness care right at your child’s school.

For registration forms and more information, please contact your student’s health center or go to www.choptankhealth.org/schoolbased.

In Maryland, student attendance is calculated based on the number of days a student is present in school. While we do differentiate between lawful (excused) absences and unlawful (unexcused) absences, all absences—regardless of the reason—impact a student’s overall attendance record. Lawful absences include reasons such as illness, medical appointments, family emergencies, religious observances when properly documented or other absences with principal's approval (ex: family vacation that is communicated ahead of time). Unlawful absences occur when a student misses school without an approved reason.

Regular attendance is essential for student success, and we appreciate your partnership in ensuring your child is at school as much as possible. If you have any questions about attendance policies or need to submit documentation for an absence, please reach out to the school office.

Starting November 1, 2024, CCPS will begin to obligate students for damaged and missing technology equipment. The CCPS Student Technology Obligation Program is designed to promote students' responsible use of technology and reduce damage costs through a tier-based pricing system. This program aligns with the Technology Obligation Regulation (Reference: III.31.71R) and the CCPS Terms of Use Agreement governing the use of technology by students.https://www.carolineschools.org/page/technology-student-obligation-program

Need to provide or update your student's information? Parent/Guardians should use the Year Round Form, also in the parent portal in PowerSchool.

Visit carolinecps.powerschool.com and log in to the PowerSchool Parent Portal. (You must log in via a browser, not the app.)

From the Parent Portal:

1. Select the student you wish to update along the top.

2. Select the Student Information Update form icon on the left side for the applicable school year.

3. Verify the student's date of birth.

4. Select ‘Begin Form’.

If you are unable to access either form, please contact the school to update your child's information. This information is also available on the district website.

CCPS is committed to providing a safe, respectful, nurturing educational environment where the worth and dignity of individuals are valued and their safety and rights are protected. Behaviors that compromise this environment, interfere with school operations or are otherwise contrary to the basic mission of our public schools will not be tolerated. Bullying, hazing, harassment or other discrimination affecting a student or a staff member should be reported by a victim, parent/guardian, witness, staff member or other person having knowledge.

Staff members with knowledge of such conduct are required to promptly report it to the building principal.

Mr. Eric (Neil) Lambert, Assistant Principal

Mrs. Tricia Bolduc, School Counselor 8th grade and 7th grade Last Names A-L

Mr. Michael Tyndall, School Counselor 6th grade and 7th grade Last Names M-Z

Mrs. Jane Towers, Enrollment & Attendance Secretary

Ms. Kiesha Hynson, Administrative Secretary

Email: holloway.yolanda@ccpsstaff.org
Website: https://www.colonelrichardsonms.org/
Phone: 410-479-1462
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Colonel-Richardson-Middle-School-329879580517088