Wildcat Weekly

HALLOWEEN: PARADE, COSTUMES, & MORE!

This year's parade on Friday, October 31st will begin at 8:45am on the blacktop. Grade levels will take turns parading around the center of the blacktop while playing Halloween tunes.

We will have designated locations for parents to view the parade (see above). Please note that the "Spectator Sections" near 1st, 2nd & 3rd grade will be outside the fence on the grass. Please have students wear their costumes to school. Please also have your child bring a change of clothes, so students can change after the parade.

Please review the District’s Halloween costume protocols for attending Halloween parades, celebrations, etc.

No weapons or replica weapons
No blood or gore
No skates or roller blades
Costume masks may be worn during parades only
In keeping with our District’s student dress code policy (BP 5332), no costumes shall include: “clothing, accessories, and jewelry shall be free of writing, pictures, symbols or any other insignia which are crude, vulgar, profane, obscene, libelous, slanderous, or sexually suggestive. Clothing, accessories, or jewelry that degrade any cultural, religious, or ethnic values, that advocate racial, ethnic, or religious prejudice or discrimination, or that promote sex, the use of tobacco, drugs, or alcohol, or any unlawful acts are prohibited.”

October Reminders

Dear Wildcat Families,

Happy October! This month is full of exciting events and opportunities for our students, families, and community to connect and celebrate. Below are a few highlights we’d love for you to mark on your calendars:

Fencing Update
I am excited to announce that we are finalizing plans to fence the big playground. It will still be a neighborhood park outside school hours, but will bring an added layer of safety and security for our students during school hours. The project will take approximately three days to complete and we are looking at the end of October/early November. As soon as we have firmer dates, we will share as part of our blacktop will be needed for installation. Thank you for your patience and support while we finalize this project.

Jungle Book Play – October 18
Our talented students will be performing The Jungle Book on October 18 with Missoula Children's Theater. We can’t wait to see their hard work come to life on stage. It's not too late to sign up! Please see details below in the flyers.

Unity Day – October 15

On Unity Day, we join schools across the nation to stand against bullying and promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Please encourage your child to wear orange in support.

First ELAC Meeting – October 15 at 8:45 a.m.

Families of English Learners are invited to our first ELAC (English Learner Advisory Committee) meeting in the MPR Your input and partnership are so valuable to our program.

PTA Movie Morning – October 19

Join us for a cozy community morning with a movie hosted by our PTA. It’s a fun way to connect with other families and support our school. See the flyer below.

Book Fair – October 20–23

Picture Retakes – October 21

Warmly,

Andrea Tapia

The Book Fair is coming SOON - October 20-23. Can't wait? Shop online NOW!

We need lots of help to make the Book Fair a success. Click here to volunteer! It's super fun AND book fair volunteers get a 20% discount!

Did you know that missing just two days of school each month adds up to nearly 20 days in a year? In elementary school, every day counts! Regular attendance builds strong learning habits, helps students stay connected with their classmates, and ensures they don’t miss important instruction. Thank you for helping your child arrive at school on time, every day—together we are setting them up for success!

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

Hello ACE families, online ticket sales for the Addams Family screening at The Vine Cinema are now open. This is our biggest giveback fundraiser of the year. Be sure to purchase tickets early as seating is limited! See flyer for details.