Sundays From The Mesa # 19
December 18th - 21st

Principal Message
Dear Alta Mesa Families,
Ok, this is the last newsletter you'll get from me in the year 2023!!! We've made it to the halfway mark and the Holiday break is only a few days away. This is always a fun week for students. One of our focuses this week is attendance! Please help us by making sure your child comes to school this week! Historically our attendance has been down, and while there are a lot of fun projects there is still important learning happening!
Here are some reminders for this week before we leave off to break.
Reminders:
- Drop off reminder: please do not drop students off before 7:40, there is no supervision prior to 7:40.
- Lost & Found- All lost and found items will be donated during break, last chance to check to see if you have any items in there!
- All school Christmas sing-along Dec 21st at 9:00 in the gym
- Christmas Family Bingo Night - Dec 21st 5:30-6:30
- Minimum day on Thursday, Dec 21st (LAST DAY OF SCHOOL)
Have a wonderful Holiday Break!!! See you in 2024!!!
Thank You,
Ryan Miller
Principal-Alta Mesa School
Minimum Day, Thursday 12/21/2023
Christmas Break (12/22 - 1/08) - Students Return 1/09/2024
Last Chance For Lost & Found
Please stop by and check out the Lost & Found items. Everything will be donated during Christmas break so please make sure you check it out before Thursday, Dec 21st.
Upcoming School Events
School Sing-Along ~ December 21st
Please join us on in the Alta Mesa gym on Thursday, December 21st at 9:00am for our annual Christmas Sing-Along. This is such a fun event at Alta Mesa. Each class works really hard on their songs and are excited to perform for their parents, grandparents, and guardians. Everyone is welcome! We hope to see you all there!
The gym doors will open at 8:45am and we will start promptly at 9:00am.
Family Christmas Bingo Night ~ Dec 21st
Booster Club is hosting a Family Christmas Bingo Night on Thursday, Dec 21st from 5:30 - 6:30 in the Alta Mesa Gym. Bingo cards will be $1 each and mac and cheese will be available for $5. There will be a movie playing, photo booth for fun picture taking, and a hot cocoa bar will be provided. Come join us for a fun night of Christmas Bingo and prizes!
Sports/Clubs
Ski & Snowboard Club: Dana Randolph
Meetings: Wednesdays 7:40am - 8:00am
2/13, 2/20
1/10, 1/17, 1/31
2/7, 2/14
3/5
Trips planned to Mt. Shasta:
1/24, 2/27, 3/13
Garden Club: Devin Lindsley & Cate Richards
Meeting Dates:
All meeting dates will be on Thursdays 2:20-3:20
10/05, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26
11/02, 11/30
12/07, 12/14
01/11, 01/18, 01/25
02/01, 02/08, 02/15, 02/29
03/07, 03/14, 03/28
04/18, 04/25
05/02, 05/09, 05/16
Important Dates
- 12/21: Christmas Sing-Along
- 12/21: Family Christmas Bingo Night
- 12/21: Minimum Day
- 12/22-1/8: Christmas Break - NO SCHOOL
- 12/22-25: District Office Closed
- 01/01: District Office Closed
- 01/08: Staff Development Day - NO SCHOOL
- 01/10 Board of Education Meeting
- 01/15: Martin Luther King Jr. Day - NO SCHOOL
- 01/17: Music Performances (3-5th Grade)
- 01/17: Booster Club Meeting
- 01/22-26: Kindness Week
Breakfast/Lunch Menus
What's Happening In The Community
Lights on the Farm
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of Lights on the Farm at Historic Hawes Farms this holiday season! Get ready for a magical experience like no other. Wander through our enchanting farm adorned with thousands of twinkling lights, creating a mesmerizing wonderland for all ages to enjoy. Highlights of Lights on the Farm include:
-50 foot Christmas Tree
-Lighted Train Rides
-2,000 square foot Skating Rink
-Firepits and Tents for rent
-Photo Opportunities
-Christmas Movies on the Big Screen
-Food and Craft Vendors
-Rides and Fun Activities for the Kids
Buy Tickets HERE
Golf Course of Lights
This year we are lighting up our mini golf courses like the surface of the sun. Come play at our regular rates and enjoy the lights, LED golf balls, fire pits, and yummy treats from our caterers.
$12.00 per person if booked online.
$14.00 per person for walk-ins (if “tee times” are available).
Children 3 years old or younger are free of charge.
Book your tee time HERE
Redding Garden of Lights
Redding Garden of Lights will feature over one million lights on display throughout 10-acres of curated botanical gardens filled with festive and animated light displays. The festival includes fire pits and s’mores, holiday-themed food and beverage stations, synchronized music animations, and many more features.
You can purchase tickets HERE
Health Information
General School Information
Alta Mesa School
Alta Mesa is a TK-5th Grade Campus serving south Redding. Alta Mesa is a part of the Enterprise Elementary School District. 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.
Address: 2301 Saturn Skyway, Redding Ca. 96002
School Phone: (530) 224-4130
Principal- Ryan Miller
School Secretary- Kaylene Elliott