Titan Times

☐ Create/log in to PowerSchool Parent Access Account
☐ Complete all 26/27 school year forms in PowerSchool (under forms tab: all 6-12 students)

Contact Madeline at madeline.shugert@gunnisonschools.net for assistance creating an account or logging into PowerSchool, or if you need your student's ID number for MyPaymentsPlus.

• All students need to complete the 26/27 school year forms in PowerSchool
• New students need to complete both the 26/27 school year forms and new student registration forms.

Welcome to the CBCS 2026/2027 School Year! Please join CBSAAC for our first meeting of the year on Tuesday, September 1, at 4pm in the CBCS Library. Feel free to join us remotely as well through the GoogleMeet link found in the Agenda.

CB SAAC Agenda 9/1/2026

School picture day is around the corner, on Thursday, September 10th. You can order 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.

Save the date! The back-to-school bash will be held on Wednesday, September 9th at 5pm.

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.

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 prior guardian approval (email cbssattendance@gunnisonschools.net or call 970-641-7720). Thanks for your help and support!

At the end of the 25-26 school year, the GWSD Board of Education voted to update our district’s personal device policy. The personal device expectations that have previously applied to students in grades K-8 will be expanded to include students in grades 9-12. During the instructional day, students will follow a “No See, No Hear” expectation, which means that personal devices, including cell phones, smartwatches, and earbuds, must be silenced and stored out of sight, rather than kept in pockets or on their person.

This approach is designed to support what we value most: focused learning, meaningful engagement with teachers and classmates, and a healthy relationship with technology. By reducing the distractions that personal devices can create during the school day, we can help students build sustained attention, strengthen face-to-face connections, and make the most of their learning time. Students will continue to use their district-issued Chromebooks for schoolwork, and accommodations and emergency procedures remain in place. As we integrate this new policy with our existing practices, students may be asked to ‘park’ their phones in a designated area at the beginning of each class, as they have done in recent years. This helps us to create a consistent, distraction-free learning environment where students can give their full attention to instruction, discussion, and one another.

We encourage families to review the full Personal Device Policy, along with the Student Device Consequences and Procedures that outline how violations will be addressed.

We appreciate the partnership of our students and families as we work together to create learning environments where students can be present, connected, and ready to learn.

National Honor Society is holding an informational meeting on Thursday, September 3rd in the commons area by the library at HS lunch. NHS is for high school students in 10th to 12th grade with a 3.5 GPA or above. Anyone interested in applying, both new and returning members, need to attend. If you would like to apply but aren't able to attend the meeting, please email phandmaker@gunnisonschools.net ahead of time.

Session 1 clubs include KBUTeens' Radio Club for 8th-12th graders - Wednesdays 2:15-3:15 at KBUT starting September 2 and Improv Club for 6th-12th graders - Thursdays 4:15-5:15 at the Crested Butte Mountain Theatre, starting September 3. Register for Session 1 at https://bit.ly/4grwxMN and pay the $25 club fee on mypaymentsplus.

Questions? Contact Jill at jvantiel@gunnisonschools.net

Spanish Flyer HERE.

CBCS Sign-Up Nights:

• Tuesday, September 22nd
• 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!

Bus schedules and routes will remain unchanged from last year. Bus service is available to CB South, Buckhorn, Skyland and Riverbend both before school and after school. Two buses will run in the morning and one in the afternoon.

Please note, all families must complete the bus rider agreement form in PowerSchool regardless of whether or not your student will be using the school bus before or after school. Bus transportation may be used throughout the school year for field trip transportation. If you do not know the name of your student's bus route please choose "other" on the bus rider agreement.

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.

Your PowerSchool forms must be complete for your child to receive over the counter medication as needed in the health rooms. The emergency contact form in PowerSchool will allow us to contact someone else in the best interest of your child should you be unavailable.

Date: Wednesday, August 26th 2026

Address: Crested Butte Community School

Times: 1:30pm - 4:30pm clinic time (last appointment slot is at 4:15pm)

Doses:

Children: Hep A, Hep B, HPV, Hib, MMR, Meningitis, Pneumonia, Polio, Rotavirus, Tdap/DTaP, Varicella (chickenpox)

Adult: MMR, DTaP, Varicella

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)

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.

For the 2026-2027 school year, the Gunnison Watershed School District will provide FREE breakfast and lunch for all students. 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 please prefund your mypaymentsplus account if your student is likely to purchase additional items.

GWSD Free and Reduced Information (English)

GWSD Free and Reduced Information (Spanish)

Gunnison Country Food Pantry (GCFP) offers bags free of charge for families with children, packed with nutritious and easy-to-prepare meals and snacks to enjoy over weekends and during extended breaks.If you have any questions, please call the Pantry (970) 641-4156 ext. 1

English Application HERE.

Spanish Application HERE.

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.

We have a local fair this year! Thursday, September 17th from 6pm-7:30pm. Students should register ahead at StriveFair.com.

Free tutoring is offered on Monday and Thursday after school from 3:45-4:45 for middle school and high school students.

Please note that PowerSchool will be activated for students and families to view schedules and other information starting on Monday, September 7th.

Every attempt has been made both to meet your requests and to meet graduation requirements. Schedule changes will only be considered in extreme circumstances.

For high school students who plan to complete alternative PE credit hours, please complete the first application form (located in the front office) within the first two weeks of school.

Thanks to all who attended the fall sports meeting!

HERE is the slideshow from the meeting, covering expectations for parents and players.

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

You can always stay up to date by checking out our sports calendar HERE

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

Saturday, September 26th at Tully's. A night of food, fun, and prizes at Family Jammy Bingo! This event sells out every year, so reserve your seats now! 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.

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

Sponsor your Titan Here!

We hope you'll consider joining the PTA this year to help make 2026-2027 another great year for our faculty, staff, students, and community! Click the here to access our Membership portal.

Membership IS NOT an obligation to volunteer, donate, or sponsor. We want EVERY parent, student, and staff to be a member. Dues primarily support local, state, and national school advocacy efforts. Be a part of the collective voice!

Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 17th and join us for a night of Titan athletics,

school spirit and community fun! Come cheer on our soccer and volleyball teams, enjoy 5B’s

BBQ and help us celebrate Homecoming. More information to come in the next few weeks.

Pre-order your 5B’s Pulled Pork or Brisket Sandwich here: https://square.link/u/DSdHtgyk

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

It’s time to renew or join for the 2026–27 school year!Booster Club membership is one of the easiest ways to support Titan athletics. Membership dollars help provide funding for all CBCS athletic programs, while supporting equipment, team needs, student-athlete opportunities and special events throughout the year. Whether you have a student athlete or simply love supporting our school community, everyone is welcome to join.

White Membership – $50 https://square.link/u/DO11yfDF
You’ll receive an official Titans car magnet and see your name proudly displayed on
the Booster Club website. A simple way to make a big impact!
Blue Membership – $100 https://square.link/u/Yi7TxZyF
In addition to your car magnet and name on the website, you’ll get a Titans Student
Athlete yard sign to display at home and a Titans hat to wear on game days.
Silver Membership – $250 https://square.link/u/Szsl62xc
You’ll receive a Titans car magnet, Titans yard sign, plus a Titans hoodie and a
bold Titans flag to fly high. Perfect for showing your Titan pride year-round.

GO TITANS!

9/7: Labor Day: No School

9/9: Back to School Bash, 5pm

9/10: School Picture Day

9/17: Homecoming

9/28: Staff Professional Development Day (No School)

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