School News

ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS
Congratulations to the 8th grade winners of the Daughters of the Revolution essay contest: 3rd place: Sam Reaman; 2nd place: Lindsey Johnson, 1st place: tie with Leila Nichols and Lauren Yehle!! Leila’s and Lauren’s essays were submitted to the State Competition and Leila won the entire competition. She is the STATE WINNER for ALL the 8th grade entries!!! Congratulations to all our talented writers.
VALENTINE’S DAY FUNDRAISER
The senior class is conducting their annual Valentine’s Day fundraiser and order info. has been given to all elem. and ms. students. If you would like to order a Valentine gift for your student as well as support the senior class, please review the order forms and return to school no later than Fri., 11. If you have questions, please contact Kristy Ratliff.
HS TRACK STARTS SOON
It’s time for track, despite the snowbanks and sub-zero mornings, spring is indeed coming!Join us the Weds. before winter break, Feb.16, at Titan Time in the MPR room for an informational meeting about HS Track and Field. This is the time to sign up, ask questions, and get your friends involved. The first day of practice is the Mon. after break, Feb. 28, Dig out your running shoes and start getting ready for another great season of record-breaking times and rip-roaring fun.
LOST BLACK MITTEN
Oliver van Tiel lost his left black Hestra mitten,size 4. It should have his name inside. If you help us find this mitten we’ll gladly bake you some cookies!(349-6611).
LOST JACKET
Tiwa lost her jacket on New Year’s Eve and has yet to find it. Unfortunately, another student may have picked it up by mistake. It was (and probably still is!) a robin egg blue North Face fleece Parka with a hood. Please check to see if it’s at your home by mistake. Thanks
HS BAND NEWS
Babysitting Night:Fri.,Feb. 11th from 5-9pm in the MPR. Enjoy an evening out while supporting the CBCS band program. Drop off your kids ages 3-9 for an evening of fun.Please call Amanda Thompson at 641-7720 ext. 6312 for a reservation.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Registration for next year’s Kindergarten class will be held on Thurs., Mar. 3, from 8-10AM in the MPR. Parents should bring copies of immunization records and birth certificates, but it is not necessary to bring your child. Children who are 5 years old by Sept. 30, are eligible to register. Early Entrance applications for ‘highly advanced gifted children’ are available through the school principal or on the gifted education page of the district website and must be completed by April 1st .
FREE FAFSA HELP
Filling out the FAFSA for a student attending college next fall 2011? The Western State College financial aid staff will provide assistance in filling out the FAFSA on Sunday, February 13th from 2-4pm in Borick 113.
SUMMER HEALTH CAREER INSTITUTE
Free healthcare career exploration opportunity for 16 and 17 year old students funded by the Colorado Trust. Deadline 3/31. App available at http://ucdenver.edu/coahec.
ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship available for CBCS seniors or CB home schooled seniors. Deadline 4/8. App available at www.crestebutterotary.org.
GUNNISON VALLEY CATTLE WOMEN SCHOLARSHIP Scholarship for students who plan to further their education as well as those in 4H or parents with Stockgrowers or Cattle Women membership. Deadline 3/5. App available in counseling office.
RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP Scholarship for students studying science, math, or engineering. Deadline 3/8. App available at www.denverfoundation.org.
JANICE SCOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship available for seniors with GPA of 3.0 and community service and extracurricular activities. Parent income must be less than $100,000. Deadline 3/31. See counseling office for app.
HEALTH CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS
Colorado Rural Health Scholars is a competitive, FREE program for sophomores and juniors interested in healthcare careers. Deadline 3/25. Application available in counseling office.
SOPHOMORE INFORMATION NIGHT
Sophomore information night will be Wed, Feb 16th and Thurs, Feb 17th at 5:30 at CBCS. We will review PSAT scores, PLAN scores, and future plans. Every sophomore and a parent should attend one session. Please RSVP to the counseling office.
AWARD FOR SOPHOMORE GIRLS
The Women’s Foundation of CO wants to honor sophomore girls for academics and community service. Apply at www.wfco.org. Deadline 3/14.
AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOC SCHOLARSHIP Scholarship for students considering a career in public works including biology, civil or structural engineering, drafting, construction, architecture, geology, GIS, surveying, etc. Deadline 3/16. See counselor for app.
ATHLETIC SCHEDULES
HS BASKETBALL Fri., Feb. 11: CB vs Custer @ CB @ 3PM. Sat., Feb. 12: CB vs Sargents @ CB @ 1PM. Mon., Feb. 14: CB JVG & B vs Lake City JVG & B @ CB @ 4,5:30PM. Fri., Feb. 18: CB vs Antonito @ CB @ 3PM. Sat., Feb. 19: CB vs So. Park @ So. Park @ 1PM. MS GIRLS BASKETBALL Thurs., Feb. 10: CB vs Gunn. 7th B & 8th B @ Gunn. @ 4,5PM. Sat., Feb. 12: League Tourney – 7thA @ Columbine @ 8AM. Sat., Feb. 12: League Tourney – 8th A @ CB @ 8AM.
FARM TO SCHOOL NEWS
Our next Farm to School Meeting will be Feb. 15, 5:30-7:30 in the CBCS Library. Join us and be a part of positive changes for your children! For more information, call 349-7470 or write info@paradisefoodproject.org.