Sundays From The Mesa #12
October 27th - 31st
Principal's Message
Dear Alta Mesa Families,
We’re excited to welcome our students each morning! As a reminder, kindergarten through third grade students may arrive on campus starting at 7:55, and fourth and fifth grade students may arrive starting at 7:40. All TK-3rd grade students arriving before 8:05 need to go to the cafeteria. First through third grade students will stay in the cafeteria until 8:05 before heading to the playground, so if your child eats breakfast at home, dropping them off closer to this time or the first bell can be helpful.
Red Ribbon Week starts tomorrow! Monday is Christmas for Halloween, Tuesday is Sports Day, Wednesday is Pajama Day, and Thursday is Halloween Costumes. Please remember that dress code applies. No fake blood of any color, weapons (toy or otherwise), or costume masks are allowed. Scary, gory, or inflatable costumes are not allowed.
The Cookie Dough Fundraiser kicks off Monday and will run until November 11. Packets will be sent home with students, and orders can also be made online.
Movies @ The Mesa will be Thursday, October 30. Gates open at 5:45 p.m., and we’ll be showing Hotel Transylvania—thank you to everyone who voted! We’ll have hot dogs, Cinemark popcorn, and Kona Ice available for purchase. Can't wait to see you there!
Friday, October 31, is a Staff Development Day—no school for students!
Thank You,
Kristen Crites
Principal-Alta Mesa School
(530) 224-4130
kcrites@eesd.net
MONDAY: Christmas for Halloween
- Minimum Day - Dismissal @ 1:23
- Soccer Practice (1:30-2:30)
- Soccer Parent Meeting (2:30-2:45)
TUESDAY: Sports Day
- Student Lighthouse Meeting (12:05-12:40)
- 2nd Grade Tutoring (2:15-3:15)
- Soccer Practice (2:30-3:30)
- STEAM Club (2:30-2:30)
- Reading Pals (3:00-4:00)
WEDNESDAY: Pajama Day
- 2nd Grade Tutoring (2:15-3:15)
- Soccer Practice (2:30-3:30)
- Student Lighthouse Meeting (2:30-3:30)
- Garden Club (2:30-3:30)
- 4th/5gth Grade Tutoring (3:30-4:30)
THURSDAY: Halloween Costumes
- Student Lighthouse Meeting (12:05-12:40)
- 2nd Grade Tutoring (2:15-3:15)
- 4th/5th Grade Tutoring (2:30-3:30)
- Soccer Practice (2:30-3:30)
- Reading Pals (3:00-4:00)
- Movies @ The Mesa (6:00-8:00)
FRIDAY: Happy Hallween!
- NO SCHOOL
Red Ribbon Week - October 27th - 30th
October 27th - 30th is Red Ribbon/Spirit Week at Alta Mesa. We will have themed dress-up days for the week and we will be allowing Halloween costumes for all TK-5th grade students. Costumes need to meet the dress code, and fake blood of any color is not allowed. In addition, weapons and masks associated with costumes as well as inflatable costumes need to stay at home. Costumes worn to school should not be scary or gory as we are a TK - 5th school, and some students, especially little ones, may have a negative adverse reaction to such costumes. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Dress up days:
Monday, October 27th: Christmas for Halloween - Wear your Christmas attire
Tuesday, October 28th: Sports Day - Wear your favorite sports attire
Wednesday, October 29th: Pajama Day - Wear your pajamas
Thursday, October 30th: Costume Day - Wear your Halloween costume!
The dress code applies (see handbook on the AM website)
Fake blood of any color is not allowed
Weapons (toy or otherwise) are not allowed
Costume masks are not allowed
Scary or gory costumes are not allowed.
No inflatable costumes. They are cute and fun, but not functional at school.
Movies @ The Mesa - October 30th
Join us on Thursday, October 30th for a fun-filled Children’s Halloween Movie Night on the Lawn!
Come cozy in your pajamas, bring a blanket, chair, or anything comfy to sit on, and enjoy a FREE movie night with friends and family. Snacks will be available for purchase.
We’ll be posting a poll soon so parents can help us choose which movie to show—stay tuned for details!
We can’t wait to see you there!
NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 31st!
Professional Developtment Day - October 31st
NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, October 31st for a Professional Development Day. Stay tuned for your schedule.
Daylight Saving Time Ends - November 2nd
Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before you go to bed on Saturday, November 1st. Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 2nd, which means you get an extra hour of sleep!
School Psychology Week - November 3rd - 7th
This week we celebrate our amazing school psychologists and the important work they do to support students’ learning, behavior, and well-being! School psychologists help create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for all students.
Let’s take a moment to thank them for their dedication and the positive difference they make every day!
Four Day Weekend! - NO SCHOOL November 10th & November 11th
There’s no school on Monday, November 10th, and Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
What a fun surprise break to look forward to in November!
Parent-Teacher Conference Week - November 17th - 21st
Parent-Teacher conference week is fast approaching. This year parent-teacher conference week will be November 17th through November 21st.
Please make sure to connect with your student's teacher to schedule your conference. Out goal is 100% participation!
Reminder: Due to parent-teacher conferences, Nov 18th - 22nd will be minimum days, dismissal for TK - 5th grade at 1:23pm.
Thanksgiving Break - November 24th - 28th
There will be no school November 24th–28th for Thanksgiving Break. We hope everyone enjoys a relaxing week with family and friends, filled with good food and gratitude!
School will resume on Monday, December 1st. Have a wonderful break, Eagles!
4th/5th Grade Soccer: Cat Ellenwood
Tryouts:
October 13th and 14th
Practices:
Monday 1:30-2:30
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 2:30-3:30
Games: All Games at 3:00PM
11/04 - Lassen View @ Alta Mesa
11/06 - Alta Mesa @ Shasta Meadows
11/12 - Rother @ Alta Mesa
11/13 - Mistletoe @ Alta Mesa
11/18 - Alta Mesa @ Boulder Creek
11/20 - Alta Mesa @ North Cow Creek
12/02 - Bethel @ Alta Mesa
12/04 - Alta Mesa @ Lassen View
12/09 - Shasta Meadows @ Alta Mesa
12/11 - Alta Mesa @ Rother
4th/5th Basketball Camp: Jimmy Havlina
Camp Meeting Dates:
Fridays 2:30-3:30 **(11/21 will be 1:30-2:30 due to conference week)**
10/10, 10/24
11/07, 11/14, 11/21
12/05, 12/12
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)
4th/5th Grade Tutoring:
Teacher: Devin Lindsley
Start and End Dates: 9/15 - 10/30
Days of the Week: Wednesday and Friday
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