Letter from the Principal
Welcome Back to Castle Rock Middle School!
Dear CRMS Families,
Welcome to another exciting school year at Castle Rock Middle School! We hope your family has enjoyed a fun, safe, and relaxing summer. Our staff has been working hard to prepare for this school year, and we are excited to welcome everyone back to campus.
A special welcome to our new 6th grade students and families! We know starting middle school is a big milestone, and we are looking forward to getting to know you, helping you feel at home, and supporting your success every step of the way.
To our returning 7th and 8th graders—welcome back! We can’t wait to see you again and are excited to build on the relationships, learning, and traditions that make Castle Rock Middle School.
This year, we have made improvements to our daily schedule with one goal in mind: providing every student with the support and challenge they need to grow.
Our updated schedule places an even greater emphasis on the foundational skills that help students succeed in every subject:
● Reading
● Writing
● Mathematics
By dedicating more time to these core academic areas, we will be able to provide:
● Targeted interventions for students who need additional support.
● Meaningful extensions and enrichment for students who are ready for new challenges.
● Flexible opportunities to meet students where they are and help them continue to grow throughout the year.
Middle school is an important time to build strong academic foundations, and we believe this new structure will better prepare students for success in high school.
As part of these changes, we are shifting away from a traditional elective model and moving toward exploratory learning experiences that introduce students to future opportunities through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and Career Exploration.
These experiences are designed to spark curiosity, build problem-solving skills, encourage creativity, and help students begin discovering interests that may lead to future careers and passions.
Our mission is to provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment where every student feels valued, challenged, and supported. We are grateful for the partnership we share with our families and know that working together is one of the greatest factors in student success.
We look forward to seeing everyone soon!
Go Rockets!
Tiffaney Golden
Principal
Castle Rock Middle School
Meet the CRMS Administration
Tiffaney Golden, Principal
My education began in a small town (Toutle), and I made the decision to teach in a small town due to the relationships you can establish and the rich family history of these small communities. My educational career began with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education with endorsements in K-12 Reading and K-8 Elementary Education from Eastern Washington University. I started my teaching career at Castle Rock Middle School teaching math and ELAl. I taught math for 6 years, while also working on a Masters of Arts in Education and a Principal Credential through Washington State University. After I completed my credential I had the opportunity to be the Dean of Students at Castle Rock High School for 3 years before coming back to the middle school. I am beginning my 20th year as principal at Castle Rock Middle School. My family and I have lived in Castle Rock since 1997.
My Why –
Relationships. I really enjoy getting to know students and their families. Making strong bonds helps us understand each other better. I also love reading and learning. It’s exciting to share this passion and help others get excited about it too. I want to help students do their best and have fun while we learn and grow together.
