ALTA SIERRA BRUIN'S DEN

Dear ASI Parents and Guardians,

We had a wonderful first day of school at Alta Sierra Intermediate!

This morning, our teachers, support staff, administrators, and leadership students worked together to welcome students and help them find their classrooms. The energy on campus was positive and exciting, and we are so proud of how our students started the year.

Please take a moment to review the reminders below, which are designed to help all students have a safe and positive experience on campus. I apologize for the repetition, but with half of our student population and many new families, it is important to send these reminders regularly until following them becomes second nature.

This Week’s Lessons:

• AB: Introduction to the Positivity Project

• Electives: Exploring personality traits and learning how to work effectively with different personalities

• Math: Building a Growth Mindset

• Science: Lab safety procedures and a Digital Citizenship lesson

• PE: Campus tours today; tomorrow students will attend an assembly on School Safety and Expectations

• PE clothes and locks will be sold Wednesday and Thursday

• Students begin dressing out next Monday

Thank you for your partnership in making the start of the school year safe, positive, and successful for all students. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out by email.

Warm regards,
Jennifer Carter
Principal, Alta Sierra Intermediate

Thank you for helping us start the school year strong!

While many students were in dress code today, some were not. Students out of dress code received a documented warning and phone call home. All situations were handled discreetly, and students were reminded they were not in trouble, but being supported in following expectations.

Areas most often out of dress code:

• Shorts: 5-inch inseam and straight hem (many athletic shorts, e.g., Lululemon, Under Armor are not allowed except in PE)

• Skirts: No shorter than 5 inches above the top of the kneecap or mid-thigh (check front and back)

• Tops: No bare midriffs

• Jeans: Minor fraying/small holes allowed, but skin cannot show through

• Logos/Graphics: No professional sports teams, “Bulldog,” or “Bulldogs”

• Hair Color: Must be a natural color

We know dress code can sometimes feel tricky, especially with current styles, and we appreciate you taking a moment to review expectations with your student. Your support at home makes a huge difference in keeping our focus on learning.

• Students must wear a helmet if riding a bike, skateboard, or scooter

• Students must walk their bike, skateboard, or scooter on campus

• Electric bikes and scooters are not allowed on campus

Traffic is heavy during the first weeks, with nearly 4,500 students across the Buchanan Educational Complex.

Arrival Times:

• Drop off as close to 8:05 a.m. as possible

• Students may not arrive earlier than 8:00 a.m. (except Zero Period PE or Percussion)

• Staff supervision begins at 8:00 a.m.

Approved Drop-Off Locations:

• ASI Parking Lot (next to basketball courts on Peach Ave.) – exit with right turn only

• Peach Ave. – east side

• Peach Ave. – west side (use Peach/Teague crosswalk)

• Peach Ave. north of Teague Ave. (use Peach/Teague crosswalk)

• Teague Ave. west of Peach Ave. (use Peach/Teague crosswalk)

Do Not Drop Off:

• Bus loading zone on Teague Ave.

• Teague Ave. parking lot in front of the school

Breakfast Option: All students can receive a free breakfast before school.

• Students should go directly home unless attending athletic practice this week; no other after-school support is available

• Pick-Up Locations: same as drop-off

• Do Not Pick Up: bus loading zone or Teague Ave. front parking lot

• Traffic Tip: wait 10 minutes after dismissal to avoid congestion

• Morning Arrival: 8:10 a.m.

• Afternoon Departure: 3:25 p.m.

• Bus Loading Zone: Teague Ave. in front of ASI

• 12 buses serve routes from the main office to the Energy Academy at Buchanan High

• Do not park in the bus loading zone; signs will be posted

• Students may have lunch and one other meal before school at no charge daily

• Secondary students are not required to eat lunch

• Two indoor lines and four outdoor lines are available; students can scan a picture of their ID barcode to save time

• Once students receive their ID cards, lunch will move faster

• Alta Sierra does not accept food deliveries (GrubHub, DoorDash, etc.)

• If bringing a lunch, come to the main office, sign in, and text your student to pick it up; do not meet them at the street or parking lot

Students did a great job today following expectations, picking up trash, and managing the lunch lines — we are very proud of them!

Email: jennifercarter@cusd.com
Website: https://altasierra.cusd.com/
Location: 380 West Teague Avenue, Clovis, CA, USA
Phone: 559-327-3500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/altasierra/