Sundays From The Mesa #15
November 17th - 21st
Principal's Message
Dear Alta Mesa Families,
This week is Parent/Teacher Conference Week, which means minimum days all week - dismissal @ 1:23. If you have not connect with your student's teacher to schedule a conference, please make sure you do so! These conferences are an important opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate successes, and work together to support their growth for the rest of the year. NO after school clubs during conference week!
Ski and Snowboard Club parent meeting will be Tuesday at 5:30 in the Alta Mesa Library. This is a mandatory meeting for parents. Ms. Randolph will be going over forms, trip dates, and club requirements!
We will have two away soccer games this week! Tuesday we will be at Boulder Creek at 3:00pm and on Thursday we will be at North Cow Creek, at 3:30pm. Please note that the North Cow Creek game will be at 3:30. This is our only game that is scheduled at 3:30. Come out and support our team!
Thanksgiving break 11/24 - 11/28, school will resume on Monday, December 1st.
Have a great week!
Thank You,
Kristen Crites
Principal-Alta Mesa School
(530) 224-4130
kcrites@eesd.net
Parent/Teacher Conference Week - Minimum Days - Dismissal @ 1:23
MONDAY:
- Minimum Day - Dismissal @ 1:23
TUESDAY:
- Minimum Day - Dismissal @ 1:23
- Soccer Game @ Boulder Creek (3:00-4:00)
- Ski and Snowboard Club Parent Meeting (5:30-6:00)
WEDNESDAY:
- Soccer Game Practice (2:30-3:30)
THURSDAY:
- Student Lighthouse Meeting (12:05-12:40)
- Soccer Game @ North Cow Creek (3:30-4:30)
FRIDAY:
- 4/5 Basketball Camp (1:30-2:30)
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 17th - 21st will be minimum days, dismissal for TK - 5th grade at 1:23pm.
Ski & Snowboard Club Mandatory Parent Meeting - November 18th
Tuesday, November 18th is Ski & Snowboard Club mandatory parent meeting at 5:30. Ms. Randolph will be going over trips to Mount Shasta, how to sign up and complete all the documents Mt. Shasta Ski Park requires, and costs for each trip.
Flyers were sent home earlier this week!
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!
Family Game Night - December 4th
This December, we’re bringing everyone together for a cozy Family Game Night — and you guessed it… we’ll have a Pancake Bar AND a Hot Cocoa Bar available to all families at no cost!
Enjoy the night surrounded by Christmas music, a crackling fireplace on the projector, and lots of holiday decorations to get everyone in the spirit.
It’s going to be a fun and festive evening you won’t want to miss!
Holiday Shoppe - December 10th - 12th
Booster Club is hosting a Holiday Shoppe at Alta Mesa for students! The shoppe will be open Wednesday, December 10th through Friday, December 12th. Students will be allotted time during class to shop in the store for gifts for their families! All items will be priced between $1 - $20. Flyers will be sent home soon!
Don’t want students coming to school with cash? Parents can pre-purchase a gift card for their student before the holiday shoppe opens! Students can print out their gift card OR a volunteer can easily look up the student within the cash register app.
Gift card purchases: www.schoolshoppes.com/buy/polar-pals/C1QL1409
Booster Club is in need of parent volunteers. If you are able to spare an hour or two, please sign up HERE!
Christmas Sing-Along - December 19th
Please join us on in the Alta Mesa gym on Thursday, December 19th at 9:00am for our annual Christmas Sing-Along. This is such a fun event at Alta Mesa. Each class works really hard on their songs and are excited to perform for their parents, grandparents, and guardians. Everyone is welcome! We hope to see you all there!
The gym doors will open at 8:45am and we will start promptly at 9:00am.
Ski & Snowboard Club - Dana Randolph
Mandatory Parent Meeting:
November 18th 5:30-6:00
Weekly Meetings:
Tuesdays, 2:30-3:00
12/02, 12/09, 12/16
1/06, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27
2/03, 2/10, 2/24
3/03, 3/10
Mt. Shasta Dates:
January 21st
February 11th
March 11th
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
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)
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