ALA Eagle News

Welcome to the New School Year – And a New SIS!

Dear ALA Parents and Guardians,

We hope you're enjoying a wonderful summer! As we prepare to welcome students back, we wanted to share some exciting updates regarding our school's Student Information System (SIS).

Beginning this school year, American Leadership Academy will be transitioning from PowerSchool to Infinite Campus. This change comes after thoughtful consideration and months of preparation, with student data security as one of our top priorities.

What This Means for You

There will be some down time in communication, as the new system rolls over. Please look at the ALA social media pages for information.
In the next couple of weeks you will receive an email to set up a parent account.

Key Benefits of Infinite Campus

• Increased data security for students and families
• Simplified access to grades, attendance, and student records
• Easier communication between teachers and parents

We are excited for the new school year and hope that all of you have had a wonderful summer. We look forward to seeing you soon!

ALA Administration

Eagle Mini Cheer Camp!

Hosted by the Varsity Cheer Team

Clinic Dates:

August 27 & 28

3:30–5:00 PM

Performance:

August 29 at Halftime of the

Varsity Football Game vs. White Pine High School

On the Football Field at 7:00 PM

Cost: $40 -

Includes: T-Shirt + Bow

All proceeds support the Eagle Varsity Cheer Team!

Come learn cheers, dances, stunts & have tons of fun with the team!

Open to ages PK-8th grade

Pick up a form and turn it in to the front JH office and pay there.

Sign up now! Limited spots available!

Welcome Back ALA Families!
It’s here—another exciting school year at American Leadership Academy, and this one is extra special… we’re celebrating 20 years of developing leaders! From our very first days to now, ALA has always been about more than just academics—we’re about building character, strong families, and future leaders. I’m so proud to be part of that mission with each of you.

Whether you’ve been with us for years or you’re just joining our ALA family, welcome! I’m Mr. Anderson, your elementary principal, and I couldn’t be more excited to start this year with such an amazing group of students, parents, and educators.

RISE UP — The Heart of ALA

This year, we’re putting a big spotlight on our ALA motto:
RISE UP – Respect • Integrity • Service • Excellence • Unity • Patriotism

These six values will be part of everything we do—in the classroom, on the playground, at assemblies, and even at home. We’ll use RISE UP to guide how we learn, lead, and treat one another. You’ll hear your students talk about it, and I’d love for you to talk about it at home too. When school and home team up around strong values, kids grow in powerful ways.

Thank You for Attending the Check-In Fair

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Check-In Fair earlier this week to pick up your welcome packets and find out who your child’s teacher is. We know this is one of those quieter but important parts of starting strong, and we appreciate your time.
If you have any feedback—what went well or what we could improve for next time—I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to email me at randerson@americanleadership.net. Your voice matters, and it helps us grow.

Meet the Teacher — Thursday, August 7th (1:00–3:00 PM)

One of our favorite events of the year! Bring your child to meet their teacher, explore the classroom, and drop off school supplies. These moments really help ease any first-day nerves and get your student excited for school.
We’ll also be serving hot dogs and chips at our ALA Back to School BBQ—a great way to connect with other families and staff while celebrating the start of a new year.

First Day of School — Monday, August 11th (Grades 1–6)

Our first–sixth-grade students will begin school on Monday, August 11th.

Kindergarten families—your students will only come in for their scheduled testing times that week. That info was included in your welcome packet from the Check-In Fair on how to sign up for a time. Then, our kindergarteners will officially start their school year on Monday, August 18th.

Back to School Night — Thursday, August 21st (4:30 PM–6:30 PM)

This is a key night to connect with your child’s teacher and classroom. You'll be able to choose from four 25-minute sessions, which gives flexibility for families with multiple children. More details will be coming soon, but for now, get it on the calendar!

Carpool Information

Carpool will run similarly to last year with just one small change: students will now stay with their grade level until their ride arrives. This helps our team find and release students more quickly and safely. Here’s what it’ll look like:

• Starting at the fence by the playground:
  1st grade, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and ending with Mrs. Gardner, Mrs. Woodhouse, and Mrs. Whitehead’s PM Kindergarten classes on the grass just north of the sidewalk between the elementary and junior high buildings.
  
  

• KG Dual Immersion students will be picked up across the street, and more info on that process will be shared by your teacher.
  
  

Please remind your child to stay with their class until they see your vehicle. This helps keep everyone safe and things running smoothly.

👋 Meet the 2025–2026 ALA Elementary Team!

We’re excited to welcome some outstanding educators to our team this year, and we’re celebrating a few role changes for familiar faces too.

🆕 New to Our Team This Year:

⭐ Mrs. Stephanie Diediker – Vice Principal
We are thrilled to welcome Mrs. Diediker as our new elementary Vice Principal! She brings experience, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to students and teachers. Her support is going to be a huge asset to our entire school community.

⭐ Mrs. Lovana Romero – Kindergarten Dual Immersion (Spanish/English)
Mrs. Romero returns to ALA with experience and warmth, and we’re so happy to have her back in one of our dual-immersion kindergarten classrooms.

⭐ Mrs. Sharon Woodhouse – Kindergarten
Joining our K team, Mrs. Woodhouse brings great energy, organization, and a passion for helping our youngest learners start strong.

⭐ Mrs. Miriam Paz – 1st Grade Dual Immersion (Spanish)
Mrs. Paz is excited to join the 1st grade team and will bring strong bilingual instruction and a student-centered approach to learning.

⭐ Mrs. Stephanie Taylor – 2nd Grade
Mrs. Taylor is jumping into 2nd grade and is passionate about building relationships and helping students grow both academically and socially.

⭐ Mrs. Leah Martinez – 4th Grade Dual Immersion (English)
Mrs. Martinez, who previously taught at ALA, is back and ready to inspire in 4th grade dual immersion. We’re glad to welcome her home!

⭐ Mr. Martin Smith – 6th Grade
Mr. Smith joins our 6th grade team and brings a calm, steady presence along with a heart for student success and leadership.

⭐ Mrs. Michela Meccuci – 6th Grade Dual Immersion (Spanish)
Joining the DI team, Mrs. Meccuci is ready to support our students as they strengthen their language skills and leadership habits.

🔁 Familiar Faces in New Roles:

✅ Mrs. Cindee Roberts – moving from 5th grade to 4th grade
✅ Mrs. Jill Hernandez – moving from 6th grade DI to 5th grade DI (English)
✅ Mrs. Jessica Boren – moving from 4th grade to 6th grade DI (English)
✅ Mrs. Juliann Killpack – moving from 1st grade to 3rd grade

These incredible teachers are already loved by our students and families, and we’re excited to see them bring their talents into these new grade levels.

We’re stepping into this 20th anniversary year with excitement, purpose, and a deep commitment to our students and families. Our mission is strong, our team is ready, and our students are going to do amazing things.

Let’s RISE UP and make this our best year yet.

Aloha ALA Ohana,

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! We’re excited to kick off another incredible year at American Leadership Academy filled with success and school pride.

Mark your calendars for our Meet Your Teacher on August 7, 1-3pm. We will be serving hot dogs while they last. 9-12th Graders don't miss the Back to School Luau on Friday, August 8th from 6:30–10:00 PM right here at ALA. It’s a great way to reconnect, meet new families/students, and celebrate the start of a new year together!

The first day of school is Monday, August 11th. We can’t wait to see our students back on campus ready to lead and learn. Our first Friday school day is September 5th, and Friday Support Days will begin on September 19th.

Fall sports are already taking flight... Kleeek! Here's a look at Week 1:

• Girls Soccer vs. Summit Academy @ Summit – Aug. 12 | 3:30 PM

• Girls Soccer vs. Enterprise @ ALA – Aug. 12 | 3:30 PM

• Girls Volleyball @ Rockwell – Aug. 12 | 5:30 PM

• Varsity Football vs. Carbon @ Carbon – Aug. 15 | 7:00 PM

Let’s show up and support our student-athletes as they represent ALA with pride and excellence!

Thank you for being part of the ALA ‘ohana. Let’s make this year our best yet!

With ALA Pride,
Sheldon Carvalho
Principal, American Leadership Academy

We’re excited to announce the Walk-In Registration dates and times for the 2025–2026 school year!

During registration, students will be able to:

• Pay school fees
• Pick up class schedules
• Pay for school lunches

Important Items to Review during Registration:

• 2025–2026 Free and Reduced Lunch Application Forms
• Parking Permits (for student drivers)
• New Cell Phone Procedures K–12
• Updated Dress Code Guidelines

Walk-In Registration Dates and Times:

• July 30 – 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
• July 31 – 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
• August 1 – 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
• August 4–7 – 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there and kicking off another great year!

Please contact Jen Uresk at juresk@americanleadership.net if you have any questions.

For girls going into 6-9th Grade. Please contact Jen Uresk with questions at juresk@americanleadership.net

The ALA online school store has new spirit shirts available for wearing on our school spirit day every Thursday! Please check out the link below.

Your student is required to wear a PE uniform for class in 7-12th grades. They are docked if they are not in the school PE Clothes. So order yours now from our ONLINE SCHOOL STORE

http://alasf.bluegeckoapparel.com

Deadline: August 10, 2025. Two winners, $500 each.

https://www.thescholarshipcollective.com/tsc

2026 graduating seniors are eligible. Looking for students who are passionate about agriculture, the Western way of life, and those who strive every day to be the best version of themselves.

The Pursuit of Excellence Scholarship isn’t about having the highest GPA or the most athletic accolades. It’s about:

• A commitment to personal growth
• A history of self-improvement
• A desire to uplift your community
• A heart for excellence in all areas of life

We celebrate students who are on a journey - not just to succeed, but to make a difference.

Applications are due by August 15, 2025, and winners will be announced on September 25, 2025.

https://www.montanasilversmiths.com/pursuit-of-excellence-scholarship

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