Welcome to the official page for Coyote Ridge Elementary School, an IB World School in Fort Collins, CO.
This page adheres to TSD Social Media Guidelines available at tsd.org/social-media. Colors: Black, silver, and purple
Mascot: Coyote
Describe: Our school has been open for seven years and we have aligned our philosophy and teaching practices to maximize academic achievement for all students. We teach through inquiry, realizing that students learn deeply when they are curious about the componen
ts of the world around them. Units of Inquiry have been aligned and build upon each other in relevance and rigor from prekindergarten through 5th grade to ensure that state standards are taught and overlaps in curriculum are avoided. We provide a world perspective, and aspire for students to learn that. Stellar Points: Our school has won multiple awards recently, including two awards from the Colorado Department of Educationβthe John Irwin Award given to schools that demonstrate excellent academic achievement and the Governor's Distinguished Improvement Award for schools that demonstrate exceptional student growth. We have been a high performing school in the state of Colorado since we opened. We are proud of the success of our school and the work we have done to fully implement the IB philosophy in our school. Special Offerings: IB, Early Childhood Program, Intensive Learning Center, world language (Spanish) instruction for all students, art, music, P.E., library/media, and computer lab
Extracurricular: Chess Club, Coyote Choir, All State Honor Choir, Run/Walk Club, Odyssey of the Mind (OM), Destination Imagination, Student Ambassadors, Lego Robotics, etc. Climate: Cohesive, collaborative, and interconnected staff; a spirit of doing "whatever it takes" for every student to succeed
Accomplishments: John Irwin Award, Governor's Distinguished Improvement Award, Classified Employee of the Year, principal received the Thompson School District Excellence Award, Chess team won many honors, OM team to state competition, student placed second in the district Spelling Bee
Partnerships: Rotary International β Polio fundraiser and connecting with schools in other countries
Parent/Volunteers: Over 6,000 hours of recorded volunteer time in our school, not a day passes when you don't see parents helping in classrooms; active and supportive School Accountability Committee (SAC) and Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
06/05/2026
Colorado State University Education Day is set for September 12!
Come cheer on the CSU Rams as they take on Southern Utah.
Tickets are $15 each, and $2 from every ticket sold will be donated to Thompson School District.
Buy your tickets today: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Educationday40
06/04/2026
Register Now!
π Girlsβ Elementary & Middle School Flag Football Camp
Whether you're new to the game or looking to sharpen your skills, come be part of the action.
π Dates: July 14β16
β° Time: 10 AM β 12 PM
π Location: 3500 Mountain Lion Drive, Loveland π° Cost: $75 per player
Registration includes:
π FREE Camp T-Shirt
ποΈ Wear your shirt and get FREE entry to flag football home games
π Mountain View High School Volleyball Camp
Receive training from the coaching staff and student-athletes who helped lead both MVHS volleyball programs to the post-season! This camp is open to elementary and middle school boys and girls.
π Camp Schedules
3rd to 5th Grade
Dates: June 8th to June 11th
Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
6th to 8th Grade
Dates: June 15th to June 18th
Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM OR 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
π° Cost & Inclusions
Single Athlete: $120
Two Athletes (Same Household): $200
Included: 4 days of instruction, a T-shirt, and pizza!
π² Register Now!
Secure your spot: https://www.tsd.org/MVHSvbcamp
Questions? Contact Coach Ashley at [email protected]
06/02/2026
π Summer with The Lunch Lab - Loveland Schedule π
Join us for FREE lunch this summer! The program runs from May 26 to August 14 (Please note: There will be no service on Friday, July 3).
Here is the weekly schedule and location lineup:
π Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays
π Loveland Library: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
π Willow Bend Park: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
π Mehaffey Park: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
π Thursdays & Fridays
π Loveland Library: 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
π Fairgrounds Park: 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
π Mehaffey Park: 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Please note that kids MUST be present to receive their meal and MUST eat it on site as well.
π» Visit our website to learn more: https://foodbanklarimer.org/lunch-lab/
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
06/01/2026
π§βοΈNeed tech help this summer? The Tech4All Mobile Tech Support & Repair Van is bringing support directly to our community.
Students and families in grades 2β11 can get help with:
β’ School devices and Chromebook support
β’ Basic troubleshooting and repairs
β’ Tech questions and digital assistance
β’ Summer tech support close to home
π Summer 2026 Schedule
ποΈ Mondays
SSC Building, 2890 N. Monroe, Loveland
12:00 PM β 5:00 PM
By appointment: 970-613-7777
ποΈ Tuesdays
Fickle Park, 620 Mountain Ave, Berthoud
11:30 AM β 12:30 PM
Drop-in support near the Summer Food Program
ποΈ Wednesdays
SSC Building, 2890 N. Monroe, Loveland
7:00 AM β 12:00 PM
By appointment: 970-613-7777
ποΈ Thursdays
Winona Elementary, 201 S Boise Ave, Loveland,
11:30 AM β 12:30 PM
Drop-in support near the Summer Food Program
Weβre excited to help students and families stay connected, supported, and ready for learning all summer long.
06/01/2026
Summer Food 2026
Program Information:
-Free meals available to everyone ages 18 months to 18 years
-Dates: June 1 β July 31, 2026 (MondayβFriday)
-Serving Times: 11:30 a.m. β 12:30 p.m.
-Closed: July 2β3, 2026
-Adult Price: $5
π Locations:
βΆοΈ Winona Elementary (201 S Boise Ave, Loveland)
βΆοΈ Fickel Park (620 Mountain Ave, Berthoud) *Schedule subject to change due to weather
Please note that kids must be present to receive their meal and eat it on site as well.
Learn more and view the Summer Food Menu at https://www.tsd.org/SummerFood
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
05/27/2026
Summer Food 2026
Please see the information below for dates, times, and locations for our upcoming Summer Food program this year.
Our open sites will be closed on July 2 and 3 for the holiday.
Program Information:
-Free meals available to everyone ages 18 months to 18 years
-Dates: June 1 β July 31, 2026 (MondayβFriday)
-Serving Times: 11:30 a.m. β 12:30 p.m.
-Closed: July 2β3, 2026
-Adult Price: $5
π Locations:
βΆοΈ Winona Elementary (201 S Boise Ave, Loveland)
βΆοΈ Fickel Park (620 Mountain Ave, Berthoud) *Schedule subject to change due to weather
Please note that kids must be present to receive their meal and must eat their meal on site as well.
Learn more and view the Summer Food Menu at https://www.tsd.org/SummerFood
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
05/26/2026
One of the last things Mr. Davis did as principal is to take some pies to the face! Students who won the fundraising raffle from the dance certainly enjoyed this task. π
05/24/2026
Promotion 2026 ~ Congrats to our 5th graders! Best of luck in middle school. π
05/24/2026
We welcomed back our CRES alumni for the 2026 Grad Walk this week! πCongratulations graduates and best of luck on your future adventures. π