Colts Corral

Dates and information will be updated Spring 2027

This program is designed to ensure a positive and smooth transition by providing strategies for student success in middle school. Students will become familiar with Cimarron and meet new friends and staff members to ease their minds about their transition to their new school.

Colts Corral Orientation Program Description:

Students will have the opportunity to:

• Receive an early copy of their schedule and find out where their core and elective classes are located

• Gain an understanding of a typical middle school day

• Learn how to manage multiple classes and homework

• Learn how to get around the building with ease

• Learn about the middle school culture and expectations

• Learn organization tips

• Learn effective ways to use the required planner

• Make new friends, build community, and gain shared experiences with their peers

PLEASE NOTE - If your student is going into 7th or 8th grade and you are new to Cimarron, you are welcome to attend any Colts Corral Session, however, if you would like to be with grade level peers, we recommend attending Session 3.

Parents are invited to join their student during the last 20 minutes of Day 3 of your registered session when your student will take you on a tour of their daily schedule for our special event, Cookies in the Commons! You will get a welcome letter for your registered Session at the beginning of June. This will provide more details about what to bring, what to expect, where to park, etc.

If you have financial concerns about attending Colts Corral, we recommend applying for Free & Reduced Lunch. Once you are approved for that service, your registration will automatically be free (and it will help with your school fees, field trip costs, etc. down the road). If you have any additional questions and/or if you need scholarship information for Colts Corral, please contact Janis Doyle at janis.doyle@dcsdk12.org.