Sundays From The Mesa #8
September 29th - October 3rd
Principal's Message
Dear Alta Mesa Families,
It’s going to be another great week as an Eagle! Our Cross Country Meet was a huge success! Thank you to all the families that came out!
Garden Club kicks off this week. Students in Garden Club will meet on Wednesday at 2:30 at the picnic tables.
Booster Club will be meeting in the Library on Wednesday, October 1st from 6:00-7:00. Come out and see how you can support your student and our school!
October 2nd is National Custodian Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the hardworking custodians who keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming every single day! If you see our custodians around campus on Thursday, be sure to say hi and thank them for all they do!
ALL Riffle Raffle tickets are due Friday, October 3rd. This includes both sold and unsold tickets. Tickets do not have to be sold, but they MUST be returned. Please note—if tickets are not turned in, the cost will unfortunately need to come out of classroom funds.
4th and 5th Graders will be heading to Whiskeytown Environmental School on Friday, October 3rd! Make sure your teachers have your permission slip! This is a fun trip and you don't want to miss out!
On the morning of Wednesday, October 2nd, we will be practicing a lockdown drill at school. These drills help students and staff know exactly what to do to stay safe in the unlikely event of an emergency.
Our teachers and staff will guide students step by step in a calm and supportive way, making sure everyone feels safe and comfortable throughout the drill. The purpose is to build confidence and understanding, so students know they are protected and that school is a safe place.These safety routines are an important part of keeping our school a secure and caring environment for all students.
Campus Safety Notice: Starting on November 1st, parents will be asked to drop off their students at the gate, rather than walking onto campus. This change is an important safety measure to ensure that we always know who is on campus and can keep every child secure. Your cooperation helps us maintain a safe and protected environment for all students while they start their day. To make this transition smooth for all students, we will have plenty of support staff available to assist and guide them during drop-off. We truly appreciate the care and support you’ve shown in helping your children feel comfortable. As students grow more confident, this routine also encourages their independence, giving them a sense of responsibility and readiness. Please note: Students in Real, Laboy, Goetz, and Smith’s classes will continue to use their current drop-off locations.
If you ever need to come onto campus, please check in at the front office with your ID. Thank you for your support as we continue to prioritize the safety and peace of mind of our school community.
Thank You,
Kristen Crites
Principal-Alta Mesa School
(530) 224-4130
kcrites@eesd.net
MONDAY:
- Minimum Day - Dismissal @ 1:23
- 4th/5gth Grade Tutoring (2:30-3:30)
TUESDAY:
- Student Lighthouse Meeting (12:05-12:40)
- Cross Country Practice (2:15-3:00)
- 2nd Grade Tutoring (2:15-3:15)
- STEAM Club (2:30-2:30)
- Reading Pals (3:00-4:00)
WEDNESDAY:
- Cross Country Practice (2:15-3:00)
- 2nd Grade Tutoring (2:15-3:15)
- Student Lighthouse Meeting (2:30-3:30)
- Garden Club (2:30-3:30)
- Booster Club Meeting (6:00-7:00)
THURSDAY: National Custodian Day
- Lockdown Drill (8:45)
- Student Lighthouse Meeting (12:05-12:40)
- 2nd Grade Tutoring (2:15-3:15)
- 4th/5th Grade Tutoring (2:30-3:30)
- Cross Country Meet @ Rother (3:00-4:00)
FRIDAY:
- 4th/5th Grade Study Trip to Whiskeytown Environmental School
- All Riffle Raffle Tickets Due
Alta Mesa Prizes:
- Top selling class will earn a pizza party
- The second place class will earn a popsicle party!
- Every student who sells at least 10 tickets will get to throw a pie in Ms. Crites face!
Booster Club Meeting - October 1st
The Booster Club will be meeting on Wednesday, October 1st in the Library from 6:00-7:00pm.
It's going to be a great year and Booster Club would like to invite you to see all the fun ways you could help support our school! We have a few of our biggest fundraisers coming up and they could use some extra parent support:
- Riffle Raffle
- Fall Carnival
- Cookie Dough
National Custodian Day - October 2nd
October 2nd is National Custodian Day, a time to recognize and celebrate the hardworking custodians who keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming every single day. From early mornings to late evenings, they go above and beyond to make sure our campus is a great place to learn. Be sure to take a moment to thank our amazing custodial team for all they do!
Fall Picture Retake Day - October 10th
Friday, October 10th is Fall Picture Retake Day. Please make sure you connect with your teacher if your student needs to have their picture retaken. Our teachers will have a list of students who were absent during the original fall pictures but will not know if students need their picture retaken for any other reason so please connect with them!
Kona Ice - October 17th
Kona Ice will be on campus on Friday, October 17th during lunch recess. Students will have the opportunity to purchase a $5.00 cup of Fruit First, shaved ice. Thirty percent of all proceeds come back to Alta Mesa!
This will be our last Kona Ice day until Spring!
Cross Country: Jimmy Havlina, Trisha Schmitt, and Keeley Tuggle
Practices:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 2:15-3:00
*Once meets start we will only practice on Tuesday and Wednesday: 2:15-3:00*
Meets:
09/18 @ Lassen View 3:00-4:00
09/25 @ Alta Mesa 3:00-4:00
10/02 @ Rother 3:00-4:00
10/09 @ Boulder Creek @ 3:00-4:00
Garden Club: Devin Lindsley & Cate Richards
Meeting Dates:
Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30
October: 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29
November: 11/5, 11/12
December: 12/03, 12/10, 12/17
January: 1/07, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28
February: 2/04, 2/11, 2/25
March: 3/04, 3/11, 3/25
April: 4/01, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29
STEAM Club: Dana Randolph
Meeting Dates:
Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30
September: 9/23, 9/30
October: 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
Student Lighthouse Team: Christina Huelman
Meeting Dates:
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 12:05 - 12:40
Wednesdays (optional): 2:30 - 3:30
Spirit Days
- 09/26 - Bright and Shiny (bright, bold colors)
- 11/14 - Fall into Thanksgiving (fall colors, leaves)
- 12/12 - Cozy Winter (winter colors, snow, cold weather clothes)
- 01/16 - Shiny New Year (sparkles, glitter, metallic colors)
- 02/13 - Valentines Day (hearts, red, and pink)
- 04/17 - April Showers (flowers, spring, pastel colors)
- 05/15 - Sunshine and Lollipops (summer theme, sunglasses, bright fun colors)
2nd Grade Tutoring:
Teacher: Lori Duke
Start and End Dates: 9/9 - 10/30
Days of the Week: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Time: 2:15-3:15
4th/5th Grade Tutoring:
Teacher: Devin Lindsley
Start and End Dates: 9/15 - 10/30
Days of the Week: Monday and Thursday
Time: 2:30-3:30
Alta Mesa School
Alta Mesa is a Preschool-5th Grade, as well as Mrs. Goetz's 6th-8th Graders. At Alta Mesa, we believe that every student deserves a safe, enjoyable learning environment with exceptional instruction. Our caring, highly qulaified staff is committed to meeting the individual needs of each student in all academic areas. We believe that in order for students to grow intellectually and attain academic success, we must also address their social, emotional, and physical needs. We have been recognized for the past 5 years as a Capturing Kids Hearts National Showcase School. For more information you can follow us on facebook @altamesaschool or go to our website altmesa.eesd.net.
We appreciate your support in helping students stay focused and safe while at school.
Address: 2301 Saturn Skyway, Redding Ca. 96002
School Phone: (530) 224-4130
Principal - Kristen Crites
School Secretary - Kaylene Elliott
Student Services Clerk - Michelle Poland