Wildcat Weekly
November 23, 2025
Principal's Newsletter: November
Dear Families,
As we head into the holiday, I want to wish you all a happy and restful Thanksgiving Break. I hope it’s filled with joy, relaxation, and special moments with loved ones.
Thank you for your continued support—I’m so grateful for our wonderful school community!
Candy Donations
Thank you for all the donations of candy to Operation S.A.M. We received and donated over 100 pounds. Great job, Wildcats!
Trimester 1 Report Cards
First trimester report cards for grades TK – 5 will be posted in the Illuminate Parent Portal from November 20, 2025 – February 7, 2026. Be sure to download your student’s report card before the report card window closes on February 7th.
If you do not have a parent portal account, contact your student’s teacher or school office for your access key and instructions for creating an account.
If you are having trouble accessing your account, contact ParentPortalHelp@lvjusd.org
🦃 A Season of Gratitude
November is the perfect time to slow down and reflect on all the good around us.
We are so thankful for our amazing students, dedicated staff, and supportive families who make Altamont Creek such a special community. Every day, we see kindness, curiosity, and teamwork in our classrooms — and that’s something to celebrate!
🍂 Thanksgiving Break
There will be no school November 24–28 for Thanksgiving Break.
We hope you enjoy a week filled with rest, gratitude, and family time.
With gratitude,
Andrea Tapia
Principal, Altamont Creek
Student Council Video- FriYay Spirit Day
Giving Tree
As we enter the holiday season, we are excited to continue our tradition of supporting Altamont Creek families through our Giving Tree. Each year, our community comes together to help make the season a little brighter for those who may need extra support—and we are grateful for your kindness and generosity.
If you are able, we invite you to contribute a donation to our Giving Tree.
All donations can be dropped off in the office now through December 15th. If you would prefer to donate a gift card or make a confidential contribution, feel free to hand it directly to the office staff.
Thank you for helping us spread joy and support our school community this holiday season. Your generosity makes a meaningful difference.
PTA Membership Contest
Penguin Patch
PTA Giveback
PTA Winter Events
CDPH Guidelines
Garden Club Volunteers Needed!
🌱 Garden Club Volunteers Needed!
We’re excited to share that our Garden Club is growing! Each class will have the opportunity to meet monthly with our lead volunteer to learn and work in the garden. We’re looking for additional volunteers to help support these class garden sessions — either with your child’s class or any class that fits your schedule. All volunteers must be cleared through the district.
👉 Interested? See the link below to sign up and get involved!
Wildcat Way Awards- Nov. 19th
Shop with a Cop
Now in its 11th year, Livermore police officers and our local schools are once again teaming up for the Shop With a Cop program—an annual effort that brings holiday joy to students and families in need across all Livermore schools.
Each year, students from every school in our district are nominated to participate and paired with officers for a special morning of shopping, smiles, and connection. This experience is made possible almost entirely through donations from our community.
To ensure every nominated student can participate, we are asking for your support. Donations of any amount go directly toward helping Livermore students experience the magic of the season.
Donate to Shop With a Cop 2025
Your generosity makes a real difference—helping brighten the holidays for children throughout our district and keeping alive the spirit of kindness and community that defines Livermore.
Winter Reading Program
PTA Fundraiser
TK & Kinder Enrollment Fair
Registration for the 2026 Science Odyssey is now open!
Registration for the 2026 Science Odyssey is now open!
The 2026 Science Odyssey will be held on February 25-26th at Joe Michell TK-8! This is an incredible opportunity for students in grades TK-12 to showcase their passion for science and engineering with our community.
For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.livermoreschools.org/scienceodyssey. Flyers with registration details for both the Science Odyssey projects and the Trashion Show are attached.
Trashion Show 2026
Volunteer Portal
There are so many ways to get involved at Altamont Creek! Whether you have a little time or a lot, your support makes a big difference for our Wildcats. You can help in classrooms, support events like the Book Fair or FundRun, lend a hand in the library, or join a committee through our PTA. Volunteering is a wonderful way to connect with our school community and support our students’ success.
If you’re interested, please check out the links below for current volunteer opportunities—we’d love to have you join us!
Lunch Bunch: We looking for several adult volunteers to become part of our Lunch Bunch. These volunteers will help assist and supervise students during their lunch break. Please sign up for as few or as many time slots as you are able. We appreciate all the help!
Sign up: https://signup.com/go/WAZtLPA
Wildcat Buck Redemption: Our Wildcat Buck Store is open every Friday morning! Students can redeem their hard-earned Wildcat Bucks for fun prizes with the help of our amazing volunteers. The store is fast-paced, exciting, and a great way to celebrate positive choices each week.
Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EA4AC2AA4FA7-45666269-wildcat#/
Parent Patrol: Our Parent Patrol helps keep Altamont Creek’s parking lot safe during morning drop-off by supporting our Student Valet program. Thank you to all the parents who volunteer their time to ensure a smooth and safe arrival for our Wildcats!
Sign Up: https://signup.com/go/zzZTyqp
Yearbooks for Sale!
Important Upcoming Dates
STAY IN THE LOOP!
Website: https://altamont.livermoreschools.org/
Facebook: Altamont Creek Elementary
PTA Facebook: Altamont Creek PTA
App: To be notified of upcoming events, be sure to download the Livermore Schools app from the App Store or from Google Play.
Principal Email: atapia@lvjusd.org