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AI Explorers Club: TBD
AI Explorers Club: TBD
AI Explorers Club - A club for students in MS to start learning about AI—what it is, how it works, and how to use it safely. Focused on AI awareness, where students can talk about topics like how AI is used today in various sectors such as: Healthcare, Transportation, Retail & E-Commerce, Finance, Entertainment, Education, Agriculture, Manufacturing, etc
AI Explorers Club - A club for students in MS to start learning about AI—what it is, how it works, and how to use it safely. Focused on AI awareness, where students can talk about topics like how AI is used today in various sectors such as: Healthcare, Transportation, Retail & E-Commerce, Finance, Entertainment, Education, Agriculture, Manufacturing, etc
Meet two times a month on Monday, 8:15-8:55am in room #0131
Website: AI Explorers Club
Art Club: Ms Haney
Art Club: Ms Haney
Art Club is open to all 6-8th Grade CRMS students.
Art Club is open to all 6-8th Grade CRMS students.
Art Club provides a different art project at each meeting and there is no cost to join. Students will meet Mrs. Haney at the front bike racks at
Art Club provides a different art project at each meeting and there is no cost to join. Students will meet Mrs. Haney at the front bike racks at
8:15 a.m. Late students (let in at 8:35 a.m.) will be unable to attend art club that session as there will not be sufficient time to finish the project. Students will usually pick up their work at the end of the day to take home (unless more drying time is needed for a particular project). Meeting dates: 10/23, 12/11, 2/19, 4/9, 5/14
8:15 a.m. Late students (let in at 8:35 a.m.) will be unable to attend art club that session as there will not be sufficient time to finish the project. Students will usually pick up their work at the end of the day to take home (unless more drying time is needed for a particular project). Meeting dates: 10/23, 12/11, 2/19, 4/9, 5/14
Questions? Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Haney for more information at julie.haney@leanderisd.org.
Questions? Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Haney for more information at julie.haney@leanderisd.org.
Cheerleading: Kate Martin &Jennifer Stalker
Cheerleading: Kate Martin &Jennifer Stalker
Welcome to Canyon Ridge Middle School Cheerleading! CRMS Cheerleading is a year-long commitment to cheer at football games, basketball games, pep rallies, and other school spirit events. Cheerleaders will develop and practice tumbling skills, stunts, jumps, and cheers each day in class.
If you have any questions about cheer, feel free to reach out to Hannah Allred at Kate.Martin@leanderisd.org
Chess Club : Victoria Ocando
Chess Club : Victoria Ocando
Chess Club is a student-directed club where students of all experience levels work together to strengthen and/or learn chess skills. Through peer interactions, members can learn and share openings and game strategies to improve their chess skills. We support games/challenges between players that demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times. At the end of the year, there will be a fun and friendly end of year chess tournament for those interested as well.
Chess Club is a student-directed club where students of all experience levels work together to strengthen and/or learn chess skills. Through peer interactions, members can learn and share openings and game strategies to improve their chess skills. We support games/challenges between players that demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times. At the end of the year, there will be a fun and friendly end of year chess tournament for those interested as well.
Meetings will be held the first Friday of each month (if a holiday falls on this date, the club will not meet). Meetings start October 2nd. Please meet Mrs. Haney by the front bike racks at 8:15 a.m. If you are late, you may join at 8:35 a.m. once the front doors are opened for students. Questions? Feel free to reach out to Victoria Ocando, victoria.ocando@leanderisd.org
Meetings will be held the first Friday of each month (if a holiday falls on this date, the club will not meet). Meetings start October 2nd. Please meet Mrs. Haney by the front bike racks at 8:15 a.m. If you are late, you may join at 8:35 a.m. once the front doors are opened for students. Questions? Feel free to reach out to Victoria Ocando, victoria.ocando@leanderisd.org
Computer Science Club: Dana Varna
Computer Science Club: Dana Varna
Computer Science Club will explore coding through puzzles, games, music, and web design while working on fun projects together. At the end of the year, we’ll celebrate with a friendly competition to show off what we’ve created.
The Club will meet the first Tuesday of every month at 8:15-8:55am
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Dana Verna at dana.verna@leanderisd.org
Craft Club : Jamie Wright
Craft Club : Jamie Wright
All crafters welcome for loom knitting, 3D models and puzzles, diamond art, seasonal crafts, and more. Some days everyone will work on the same activity, and other days you can choose to work on ongoing projects at the same time. We are always looking for donations of yarn and model kits (Lego, cardboard, metal - as long as all the pieces are included and no power tools are required for assembly). Visit the CRMS Library website to sign up for the Craft Club interest form and meeting details.
All crafters welcome for loom knitting, 3D models and puzzles, diamond art, seasonal crafts, and more. Some days everyone will work on the same activity, and other days you can choose to work on ongoing projects at the same time. We are always looking for donations of yarn and model kits (Lego, cardboard, metal - as long as all the pieces are included and no power tools are required for assembly). Visit the CRMS Library website to sign up for the Craft Club interest form and meeting details.
Destination Imagination is a program that fosters creativity and team-based problem solving and life skills by competing in both Team and Instant Challenges. Teams are made up of three to seven students who meet weekly after school from September through March. This program requires a parent team manager for each team. Please see the below link to access forms and updated information.
Destination Imagination is a program that fosters creativity and team-based problem solving and life skills by competing in both Team and Instant Challenges. Teams are made up of three to seven students who meet weekly after school from September through March. This program requires a parent team manager for each team. Please see the below link to access forms and updated information.
Meeting dates/times are determined by the Team Manager and the team.
Meeting dates/times are determined by the Team Manager and the team.
New this year! Drama Club is a fun, student-led space where we play improv games, explore acting, and bring stories to life on stage. It’s all about creativity, teamwork, and confidence-building. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or new to drama, there’s a place for everyone to shine!
We meet on TUESDAYS @8:15 (enter at the back band door).
Join the Google Classroom for more information. Code: otny3bu
The goal is to play a collaborative D20 game that will encourage creativity, teamwork, and communication skills while encouraging socialization and having fun! New and experienced players are welcome to join campaigns as they form at the beginning of the year. Gather in Room 1126 to plan characterizations and campaigns needed to participate in tabletop roleplaying gaming activities.
The goal is to play a collaborative D20 game that will encourage creativity, teamwork, and communication skills while encouraging socialization and having fun! New and experienced players are welcome to join campaigns as they form at the beginning of the year. Gather in Room 1126 to plan characterizations and campaigns needed to participate in tabletop roleplaying gaming activities.
Thursday Mornings @ 8:15 am (Students must be at the Main Entrance by 8:15 to be met by Ms. Adams)
"Eagle Allies" exists to promote acceptance, provide a friendly environment for all students at Canyon Ridge and spread kindness. All are welcome!
As part of Eagle Allies, the club provides a welcoming environment where students can connect with peers, share ideas, and participate in activities that promote kindness. Members will promote anti-bias, diversity, random acts of kindness, teamwork, inclusivity, problem-solving, leadership and empathy. As a kindness club, students also help create and sustain an inclusive school environment where all students feel valued and have the opportunity to succeed by promoting respect for individual differences while challenging bullying, stereotyping, bigotry, and prejudice. The club focuses on promoting positive learning and spreading kindness throughout the school community and aims to create a supportive environment by engaging in activities that foster empathy, compassion, friendship and positive interactions.
First Meeting, Monday, September 29th.
First Meeting, Monday, September 29th.
Google Classroom Code: ouii5lo
Google Classroom Code: ouii5lo
The embroidery club is a student run club where people can learn all they need to about embroidery. This club is for people who want to explore their interests, and get out of their comfort zone. We will learn embroidery from scratch, meaning that it is better to join early in the year to get the complete experience. This club is open to anyone who wants to join, from any grade.
The embroidery club is a student run club where people can learn all they need to about embroidery. This club is for people who want to explore their interests, and get out of their comfort zone. We will learn embroidery from scratch, meaning that it is better to join early in the year to get the complete experience. This club is open to anyone who wants to join, from any grade.
Embroidery Club: meets every other Friday @ 8:20 - students outside the 7th grade exterior doors. The dates are listed in google classroom (some holidays on Mondays affect the date) - CODE vk22nhat
Embroidery Club: meets every other Friday @ 8:20 - students outside the 7th grade exterior doors. The dates are listed in google classroom (some holidays on Mondays affect the date) - CODE vk22nhat
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes challenges coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful medium of athletics to impact the world for Jesus Christ. FCA is the largest Christian sports organization in America. FCA focuses on serving local communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging people to make a difference for Christ. We will use our relationships to demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through integrity, serving, teamwork and excellence.
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes challenges coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful medium of athletics to impact the world for Jesus Christ. FCA is the largest Christian sports organization in America. FCA focuses on serving local communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging people to make a difference for Christ. We will use our relationships to demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through integrity, serving, teamwork and excellence.
FCA is open to all students regardless of grade level or athletic involvement.
FCA is open to all students regardless of grade level or athletic involvement.
FCA will meet in the small gym, fall dates: 9/24, 10/8, 10/22, 11/5, 11/19, and 12/3. Spring dates are TBD.
FCA will meet in the small gym, fall dates: 9/24, 10/8, 10/22, 11/5, 11/19, and 12/3. Spring dates are TBD.
Health Science Club: Jessey Bantolo
Health Science Club: Jessey Bantolo
Health Science Club is an awesome club! You explore over 100+ health careers. You unlock a variety of skills like leadership, teamwork, and high tech health careers. Come join for our very first year of Health Science Club at CRMS.
CRMS’s intramural program is an opportunity for 6th, 7th and 8th grade middle school students to learn, practice, and participate in after-school sports in a non-threatening, non-competitive atmosphere. It is a great option for students who are not eligible for UIL competition, don’t have the time to commit to a school or league team, or who just want to spend an hour and a half after school a couple of days a week learning to play a new sport.
CRMS’s intramural program is an opportunity for 6th, 7th and 8th grade middle school students to learn, practice, and participate in after-school sports in a non-threatening, non-competitive atmosphere. It is a great option for students who are not eligible for UIL competition, don’t have the time to commit to a school or league team, or who just want to spend an hour and a half after school a couple of days a week learning to play a new sport.
We will be hosting basketball intramurals:
We will be hosting basketball intramurals:
Permission Slip - Basketball
Volleyball Intramurals will be held:
Permission Slip - Volleyball
The CRMS Library is a great place to find a home, make friends, and help promote a love for reading on campus. Meetings include a variety of activities, including group activities, crafts, planning upcoming events, and time to talk about books. Library Club members get first peek at Read-a-Thon, Family Trivia Night and Film Festival, Reading Rumble, Maker Days and enrichment workshops, reading challenges, and more. There’s a place for you in the library! Visit the CRMS Library website for the Library Club interest form and meeting details.
The CRMS Library is a great place to find a home, make friends, and help promote a love for reading on campus. Meetings include a variety of activities, including group activities, crafts, planning upcoming events, and time to talk about books. Library Club members get first peek at Read-a-Thon, Family Trivia Night and Film Festival, Reading Rumble, Maker Days and enrichment workshops, reading challenges, and more. There’s a place for you in the library! Visit the CRMS Library website for the Library Club interest form and meeting details.
MATHCOUNTS provides engaging math programs to US middle school students of all ability levels to build confidence and improve attitudes about math and problem solving.
MATHCOUNTS provides engaging math programs to US middle school students of all ability levels to build confidence and improve attitudes about math and problem solving.
MATHCOUNTS Competition Series cultivates talent in the nation's brightest young minds. We bring together students from all 50 states in a series of online contests—the only competition program of its kind.
MATHCOUNTS Competition Series cultivates talent in the nation's brightest young minds. We bring together students from all 50 states in a series of online contests—the only competition program of its kind.
Meets on Tuesdays at 8:10 in room 1129 for Math Counts. Students will be picked up at the main entrance.
Meets on Tuesdays at 8:10 in room 1129 for Math Counts. Students will be picked up at the main entrance.
Pentathletes are encouraged to think creatively, problem-solve, work cooperatively, and develop their math skills.
Pentathletes are encouraged to think creatively, problem-solve, work cooperatively, and develop their math skills.
For more information please visit the website: www.mathpentath.org
The National Junior Honor Society is the leader among organizations and societies that promote appropriate recognition for students who reflect outstanding accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, character, leadership, citizenship, and service.
The National Junior Honor Society is the leader among organizations and societies that promote appropriate recognition for students who reflect outstanding accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, character, leadership, citizenship, and service.
National Junior Honor Society membership is often regarded as a valid indicator that the student will succeed in life and particularly in studies at the post-secondary education level. The Honor Society member has already exhibited academic achievement, citizenship, leadership, honorable and admirable character, as well as service demonstrating that the member is willing to use talents and skills for the improvement of society.
National Junior Honor Society membership is often regarded as a valid indicator that the student will succeed in life and particularly in studies at the post-secondary education level. The Honor Society member has already exhibited academic achievement, citizenship, leadership, honorable and admirable character, as well as service demonstrating that the member is willing to use talents and skills for the improvement of society.
For more information about Canyon Ridge Middle School's chapter of National Junior Honor Society, please click here to access our website.
For more information about Canyon Ridge Middle School's chapter of National Junior Honor Society, please click here to access our website.
NJHS meets every Tuesday and Thursday. Please check the NJHS website for exact dates.
NJHS meets every Tuesday and Thursday. Please check the NJHS website for exact dates.
First Lego League (FLL)
First Lego League (FLL)
FIRST LEGO League is a robotics program for 9 to 14 year olds, which is designed to get children excited about science and technology -- and teach them valuable employment and life skills.
FIRST LEGO League is a robotics program for 9 to 14 year olds, which is designed to get children excited about science and technology -- and teach them valuable employment and life skills.
Each team meets once after school on one of the weekdays. Teams have formed for this year and are not accepting any more members. Registration for next year will begin in the spring.
First Tech Challenge (FTC)
First Tech Challenge (FTC)
FTC is designed for students in grades 7-12 to compete head to head, using a sports model. Teams are responsible for designing, building, and programming their robots to compete in an alliance format against other teams. The robot kit is reusable from year-to-year and is programmed using a variety of languages. Teams, including coaches, mentors and volunteers, are required to develop strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles. Awards are given for the competition as well as for community outreach, design, and other real-world accomplishments. Membership in FTC requires application and acceptance into the club.
FTC is designed for students in grades 7-12 to compete head to head, using a sports model. Teams are responsible for designing, building, and programming their robots to compete in an alliance format against other teams. The robot kit is reusable from year-to-year and is programmed using a variety of languages. Teams, including coaches, mentors and volunteers, are required to develop strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles. Awards are given for the competition as well as for community outreach, design, and other real-world accomplishments. Membership in FTC requires application and acceptance into the club.
FTC practices after school and on Saturdays. Teams have formed for this year and are not accepting any more members. See flyer for Registration for 2026-27 info.
Running Club: Jared Lichtenberger
Running Club: Jared Lichtenberger
The Canyon Ridge Running Club is open to all students in 6th-8th Grade.
The permission slip must be signed and returned to Coach Edwards or Coach Lichtenberger before students participate in running club activities.
The Canyon Ridge Running Club is for any student who wishes to improve their fitness level. The club also exists to prepare 6th graders for participation in our Cross Country and Track and field programs and to maintain the fitness level of our 7th and 8th grade runners.
Each Running Club practice begins with a warm up at 7:30 AM. Students can be dropped off at the athletic doors where a coach will let them into the building. Students participating in running club can expect to complete a dynamic warm up, 20-30 minutes of running, and a cool down. Runners should bring their own water bottle, a change of clothes, and something to eat after the workout. Runners will have 30-45 minutes to change and freshen up in the locker room before their first class of the day.
Running Club will take place on the following dates:
Wednesday/Thursday in the fall, Tuesday/Thursday in the spring
Dates:
November 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19
December 2, 3, 9, 10
March 23, 25, 30, 31
April 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Please email Jared.Lichtenberger@leanderisd.org with any questions.
New this year at CRMS - Science Fair will be open to all 7th AND 8th graders at CRMS! Take your spirit of science and exploration to a different level. As a junior scientist, you will develop various skills that engineers and scientists utilize everyday in their research and application of different phenomena. We hold a school wide Science fair, qualifiers go to the regional science fair, and then, if they qualify, they move on to the state Science fair. Our junior scientists have gone all the way to the state level every year!
New this year at CRMS - Science Fair will be open to all 7th AND 8th graders at CRMS! Take your spirit of science and exploration to a different level. As a junior scientist, you will develop various skills that engineers and scientists utilize everyday in their research and application of different phenomena. We hold a school wide Science fair, qualifiers go to the regional science fair, and then, if they qualify, they move on to the state Science fair. Our junior scientists have gone all the way to the state level every year!
Science Fair Meets during advisory class.
Science Fair Meets during advisory class.
Contact Ms. Bantolo for more information.
Contact Ms. Bantolo for more information.
Join the CRMS Science Olympiad Team!
Join the CRMS Science Olympiad Team!
Explore science, solve challenges, and compete in exciting events from biology to engineering. Work with friends, learn new skills, and represent CRMS in regional competitions.
Explore science, solve challenges, and compete in exciting events from biology to engineering. Work with friends, learn new skills, and represent CRMS in regional competitions.
Sign up today and let your curiosity lead the way! Application Due August 30th, 2025
Sign up today and let your curiosity lead the way! Application Due August 30th, 2025
Science Olympiad meets Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm in rm 0102.
Science Olympiad meets Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm in rm 0102.
Contact Ms. Bantolo for more information.
Contact Ms. Bantolo for more information.
Student Council:
Student Council:
Assistant: Emilie Clement
Assistant: Emilie Clement
Student Council meetings for the 2024-2025 school year will occur before school on Wednesday mornings in room 137. Please meet at 8:20 near the front bike racks to be admitted to the building early and join the fun!
Student Council meetings for the 2024-2025 school year will occur before school on Wednesday mornings in room 137. Please meet at 8:20 near the front bike racks to be admitted to the building early and join the fun!
The purpose of the CRMS Student Council is to help improve the school, the community, and improve the educational environment for all. Additional purposes of CRMS StuCo are to recognize student needs, to resolve problems that the students have, to organize school events, to raise and spend money to benefit all students, to get students more involved, to make the school a better place, to help others feel welcome, and to teach leadership and responsibility skills. Stuco is open to all current 6-8th grade students.
The purpose of the CRMS Student Council is to help improve the school, the community, and improve the educational environment for all. Additional purposes of CRMS StuCo are to recognize student needs, to resolve problems that the students have, to organize school events, to raise and spend money to benefit all students, to get students more involved, to make the school a better place, to help others feel welcome, and to teach leadership and responsibility skills. Stuco is open to all current 6-8th grade students.
Google Classroom Code is bjqhpeuw
Writing Club: Jonathan D'Elia
Writing Club: Jonathan D'Elia
In our student-led writing club, participants get to express themselves through their writing and sharing. All are welcome to share, get ideas, or just have a quiet place to write. We meet Tuesdays at 8:20am weekly in Mr. D'Elia's room (1130). Late students may join when the doors open at 8:35. We hope you can join us!
In our student-led writing club, participants get to express themselves through their writing and sharing. All are welcome to share, get ideas, or just have a quiet place to write. We meet Tuesdays at 8:20am weekly in Mr. D'Elia's room (1130). Late students may join when the doors open at 8:35. We hope you can join us!
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