Parent Central

Drop Off & Pick Up

In an effort to keep our community roads clear, keep vehicles moving, and maximize safety, please follow drop off & pick up traffic patterns.

Arriving Late & Leaving Early

Arriving Late - Students will ring the bell to the left of the main doors and check in with the attendance window to sign in before proceeding to class. When there is inclement weather, we will hold attendance for increased traffic.

Leaving Early - Parents/Guardians need to ring the bell to the left of the main doors and give the name of the student they are picking up. Parents will need to verify their identification with their driver’s license. 

• Students will check out at the attendance window.
• Please allow at least 5-10 minutes for the student to be ready.
• To decrease the wait time, call ahead at 720-433-0120 and let the main office know what time the student will be picked up. A pass will be sent so they can be ready to leave at the requested time.

Attendance & Tardies

Call the attendance line at 720-433-0122 to report student absences. Students are responsible for connecting with their teachers in a timely manner about missed work and checking Google Classroom for assignments. Unreported absences will be unexcused until a parent/guardian contacts the attendance office. 

Students are considered TARDY if they are not in their assigned class at the start of each period. Tardies will be handled at the teacher/team level and then move to administration if improvement does not occur.

District Transportation

• District daily bus service is provided to and from schools depending on the distance from the school. 
• Parents/guardians can search the bus route database to determine where the bus stop is located in their neighborhood and times for pick up/drop off. 
• SMART Tag is utilized by students to record their use of transportation services to and from school. All applications for SMART Tag are done through Express Check-In or visit the SMART Tag page for more information.
• SMART Tags are valid until your student graduates high school. If lost, you can purchase a new SMART Tag through the transportation department.

At Cimarron, we expect students to Be RED  which stands for Respectful, Excellence, and Determined. We teach, practice, and reinforce the expectations that align with those three areas. 

The purpose of our expectations is to be clear in what it takes to make Cimarron a safe and supportive school where each student has access to learning and feels like they belong. The adults in the building are responsible for the well-being of students and will work extremely hard to make sure each student is provided for educationally and emotionally AND able to Be RED. We pair high expectations with a supportive environment so students thrive and are prepared for their next endeavor.

Student Appearance

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Parents and students  are responsible for daily appearance and for what they wear. Students are expected to dress appropriately for school and school events.

• Hoods, hats, sunglasses, and earbuds/headphones are off when inside the building.
• Shoes with a hard sole are required at all times within the building.
• Appropriate CONTENT: Content that would be considered inappropriate includes: drugs, alcohol, discrimination, sex or nudity, violence.
• Body coverage requirements: clothing that covers the chest, buttocks and midriff. Undergarments must be covered, including bra straps if wearing a tank top. All tops must have straps.
• Costumes, costume masks, swimwear, onesie pajamas, pajamas sets, and robes are considered inappropriate for school. Spirit days will be the approved days for themed apparel. 

Technology

Student cell phones should be off and out of sight between 7:55 am - 3:10 pm. Cell phones must be put away during class, passing period, and in the hallways, restrooms, and locker rooms. Students may use them at the teacher's discretion in the classrooms.

Students can access their cell phone during lunch in the area by the bike racks after asking an adult for permission to do so. If a student needs to contact a parent or guardian, they can also do so in the main office with their cell phone or the school’s phone. Policy and Consequences Here

Earbuds and headphones are to be off and out of sight during the school day. Students may use them at the teacher's discretion in the classrooms.

Behavior /

Social Emotions Supports

DCSD Code of Conduct

Everyone makes mistakes and at Cimarron we view these opportunities as a learning experience.  If and when expectations are not met, we will work with students and families to support all those individuals that may have been impacted by the situation.  

Our Assistant Principals, Dean,  and Counselors  will work with students and staff to resolve situations that are elevated beyond the classroom. Our approach is restorative. We not only address what happened and the consequences of those actions, but will also work with students to understand what they were thinking and/or feeling, the impact of those actions, and develop a plan on how to move forward productively. 

• 6th Grade Assistant Principal - Staci Batterson
• 7th Grade Assistant Principal - Tanner Fitch
• 8th Grade Assistant Principal - Zack James
• Dean of Students - Felicia Degenhart 

Students are encouraged to use the bathroom before school, during lunch, in between classes, and after school.

Teams and teachers will set bathroom use procedures for their team/classroom. 

If a student has difficulty following bathroom procedures, a problem-solving meeting will occur.

Bathroom expectations

• Honor others’ privacy
• Report anything unusual
• Be positive in interactions with others
• Go straight to class when I’m done
• Use the restroom at the appropriate time
• Be respectful of property
• Use the bathroom for its intended purpose

Food and drinks are allowed in the cafeteria only. Please finish any food or drinks prior to entering the building in the morning (students may not order food for delivery). Students may have water with them during the day in a water bottle. 

Lunch will be by grade level. All snacks and lunches will be sold within the first 15 minutes of lunch. The expectation is to be seated until released to recess. Students are responsible for cleaning their own area before leaving. Students are encouraged to have their ID to scan for lunch. 

If your child needs prescription and/or over-the-counter ("OTC") medication stored at school please contact the school.. The medication forms needed for the 2024-25 school year are below. Per district policy, all medication forms expire at the end of every school year.  

Heathroom & Nursing Services - our school health room is in the main office and available for students who are not feeling well or get injured during the school day. Parents/guardians will be contacted for student pick-up or informed of the student's status, as needed.

Devices such as computers and calculators are provided by the school. If a student decides to bring their own device, there will be no tech support provided. Students must be on task and use technology appropriately . See tech policy above. 

School Supply List for 2024/2025

*Student Backpacks should contain the following items daily: student ID, writing utensils, paper, filled water bottle, academic planner, class specific items. Students are responsible for maintaining the organization and cleanliness of their backpacks.  

**Please connect with the main office or a counselor if purchasing school supplies maybe a challenge for your family

PE Uniform

• 6th graders - All 6th grade students  are required to purchase a PE uniform.  These uniform fees will be assessed quarterly in MySchoolBucks based on your students schedule, along with all the other elective course fees. PE uniforms are handed out on the first day of gym class from the PE teacher.  If you would like your student to have an ADDITIONAL uniform, you can purchase either shirt or shorts or both on MySchoolBucks.
•  7th and 8th graders - If your student  has outgrown their PE uniform, is new to Cimarron, or would like an additional uniform, you can purchase either shirt or shorts or both on MySchoolBucks.  The wellness teacher will be notified and the uniform will be distributed to the student during their next gym class.

Our doors remain locked at all times during school hours. 

Visitors to CiMS will need to have their driver’s license upon entering the building

• Please use the intercom to the left of the main entrance
• At CiMS for a meeting? Please identify who you are meeting with and at what time.

Forget something at home? 

If an item needs to be dropped off for a student:

• Please use the intercom to the left of the main entrance
• You will be asked to fill out a slip at the security kiosk with the student’s name and team
• We will notify the student of the item and they will need to pick it up at security between classes, at lunch, or after school
• Items not claimed will be discarded at the end of the week

Lose something at school? Please check the lost and found located across from the choir room behind the stage. Unclaimed items will be donated at the end of each quarter.

For Students

Athletics & Activities

We encourage all students to get involved at Cimarron. We offer various sports through the year as well as activities and clubs. Announcements will be made and communication sent out so students can sign up in My School Bucks to participate. 

Eligibility

To participate in a sport or activity students need to meet the following requirements:

• Students must not have a “U” in work habits in order to participate.
• Students must be in school a minimum of 3.5 hours (a half day) in order to participate in after school athletics or activities. 

For Families

How to Stay “in the know”...

• Cimarron Website
• Google Classroom - each class will have a Google Classroom that students can access and parents request access to.
• Colts Chronicle Newsletter with information and updates shared with families bi-monthy. 

School Accountability Committee (SAC) - link to district info on SAC

The School Accountability Committee, or SAC, was created by state statute in the 1970s to inform, encourage, and provide opportunities for everyone in the community to be involved in the planning and evaluation of the school's instructional program and quality improvement processes.

The improvement process is formalized in the development and implementation of the Unified Improvement Plan (UIP) in which action items to improve the school's performance, as well as measurements to assess the success of these action items, are outlined.

As part of the improvement process, the SAC may review various components of the school program and advise the principal as to how well these meet the school and community needs, conduct surveys/assessments for the formulation of school improvement goals, develop areas of study based upon school baseline data and school profile information, and make recommendations and/or give advice to the principal.

Each SAC is comprised of 7 voting members:

• 3 parents
• 1 representative from the PTO
• 1 teacher representative
• 1 school administrator
• 1 community member (someone who lives or owns a business in Douglas County and is not a relative or legal guardian of a student attending the school)

If you are interested in getting involved in the Cimarron SAC, please contact Chris Zimmerman, principal. 

Throughout the Year

Our Cimarron community is extremely generous throughout the year when our school is in need. We appreciate volunteers for school events, donations for celebrations, supplies, food for staff during parent teacher conferences, attendance at athletic events and other activities, and the purchase of spirit wear. Thank you for getting involved and supporting Cimarron Middle School.

Free Lunches

For the 24/25 school year, school lunches are free. If students want additional snacks, they will have to pay using  My School Bucks.

Free & Reduced Fees

Families can apply for Free & Reduced. Access the online application here. 

Cimarron  is a proud member of the Legend  feeder family. We work closely with our feeder elementaries to get to know the needs of our incoming sixth graders and also work collaboratively with the high school to send off prepared eighth graders. 

Throughout the year Cimarron participates in multiple activities within the Legend Family and we encourage our students and families to show their support and pride during these activities.