Sundays From The Mesa #1

Dear Alta Mesa Families,

We are counting down the days here at Alta Mesa and getting more excited with each passing moment as we look forward to the first day of school! In the meantime, our staff is working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready for our students and families. We just couldn’t wait until the first day to see you, so we’re inviting everyone to join us for our All School Meet & Greet on Tuesday, August 12th from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. If you’re not able to make it to the Meet & Greet, that’s okay — we will be ready to welcome you on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 13th.

Don’t forget to complete your Beginning of the Year forms! As a bonus, everyone who finishes their forms by August 12th will be entered into a drawing for dinner on Alta Mesa. We can’t wait to see you and kick off an amazing school year together!

Thank You,

Kristen Crites

Principal-Alta Mesa School

(530) 224-4130

kcrites@eesd.net

MONDAY:

TUESDAY:

• All School Meet and Greet (11:30-1:00)

WEDNESDAY:

• First Day of School

THURSDAY:

FRIDAY:

Parents must park in a parking spot or along the street and walk up to their child's designated gate to get their child from the teacher. For the sake of safety, traffic flow, and bussing, please do not park along the red fire lane curb at any point, you will be asked to move.

• Gate 1 (near Cafe): 3rd Grade pick up
• Gate 2 (near Kinder swings):TK, Kindergarten, 4th & 5th
• Gate 3 (near Preschool classrooms): 1st & 2nd
  

Please be prompt in picking up your child at their designated time. Note: If you have a child in TK-3rd AND a child in 4th-5th, please don’t wait until the upper grade dismissal time to come pick them up.

• TK-3rd grade:

• Regular Day: 2:09pm

• Minimum Day: 1:23pm

• 4th-5th grade:

• Regular Day: 2:23pm

• Minimum Day: 1:23pm

If your child will be walking, riding a bike or a scooter home from school, we ask that you please provide a written note to the office indicating your permission. For safety reasons, any student riding a bike or scooter must wear a helmet. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe!

We’re currently looking for a kind, patient, and enthusiastic individual to join our classroom team as an instructional aide! This part-time position is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and supporting learning in a dynamic school environment. Duties include assisting with small group instruction, supporting classroom management, and helping create a positive, engaging space for all students.

If you or someone you know might be interested please call Alta Mesa to let us know so we can be on the lookout for your applications!

Click HERE to apply!

Our health office is in need of a few essential clothing items to support students during the school day. We’re currently accepting donations of:

• Lightly used girl leggings (all sizes)

• Lightly used boys’ and girls’ shorts (all sizes)

• New and packaged underwear for both boys and girls (size 6-8)

• New and packaged socks for both boys and girls (youth small - medium)

If you have any of these items to spare, we would greatly appreciate your support. Donations can be dropped off directly at the front office. Thank you for helping us take care of our students!

Want to make a real difference in our school community? The Booster Club is looking for enthusiastic parents, guardians, and supporters to help us enrich student programs, fund exciting events, and build school spirit. Whether you can volunteer a little or a lot, your time and energy matter! Be part of something special—our students are counting on us!

Our Fall picture day is right off the bat on Friday, September 5th!!! We will get more information out to parents as we start school, but make sure to mark your calendars.

All parents, including new parents, should have logged into the Parent Portal at some point already. Why do you need to create a parent account? This is a secure platform through which you will view your child's teacher/class, receive your child’s report card, complete enrollment, and complete the necessary beginning-of-the-year school forms like your child's emergency card.

Click HERE for the link to the parent portal. If you cannot log-in successfully, please call our school's office at 224-4130. Be sure to keep your log-in information in a safe but accessible place.

EESD Powerschool mobile app code: ZWSM

Please take note of start and dismissal times:

Regular Day:

TK - 3rd Grade: Start at 8:20am, dismissal at 2:09pm

4th - 5th Grade: Start at 8:05am, dismissal at 2:23pm

Minimum Day:

TK - 3rd Grade: Start at 8:20, dismissal at 1:23pm

4th - 5th Grade: Start at 8:05, dismissal at 1:23pm

Coming soon! Stay tuned!

• 08/12: All School Meet and Greet
• 08/13: First Day of School
• 08/20: Booster Club Meeting
• 08/28: Back to School Night
• 09/01: Labor Day - NO SCHOOL+
• 09/03: Board of Education Meeting
• 09/05: Fall Picture Day
• 09/19: Kona Ice on Campus
• 10/02: Lockdown Drill

CDPH has moved to a general framework to reduce the spread of all viral illnesses. There are no specific or differentiated guidelines for Covid alone. Please see the flyer below for information on what to do when your student is ill. If you have any questions, please contact our office.

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.

Dress Code Reminders

As you begin your school shopping please remember students need to dress appropriately for a school day filled with lots of activities. Comfortable and safe footwear and clothing that allows for movement during recess and PE are the best way to support your student for school success.
Clothing should not be a distraction to the learning environment. Attached is a Dress Code for your reference that coincides with the EESD Dress Code guidelines for all schools.

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