Letter from the Principal
Welcome Back to the 2025–2026 School Year!
Dear Middle School Students and Families,
We hope you’re enjoying a relaxing and fun-filled summer! As we look ahead to the new school year, we’re excited to welcome all of our students—especially our incoming 6th graders who are joining our middle school family for the first time. We can’t wait to meet you and help you settle in!
To our returning 7th and 8th graders, we’re looking forward to seeing how you’ve grown and the energy you’ll bring to another great year. Middle school is a time for change, discovery, and new opportunities, and we are thrilled to be on this journey with you.
We are also excited to welcome a new face to our team this year—Melissa Gilman, who will be joining us as a special education case manager. We are lucky to have her and know she’ll be a great addition to our staff.
In the meantime, enjoy the rest of your summer. Rest up, make some memories, spend time with friends, and take care of yourselves. Come back in September ready to learn, grow, and build new friendships. We can’t wait to see you!
Can’t wait to see you all!
Tiffaney Golden, Principal
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 19th 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.
