Sundays From The Mesa #33
April 27th - May 1st
Principal's Message
Dear Alta Mesa Families,
TK/Kindergarten Dental Screenings will be at Alta Mesa on Thursday, April 30th. The screenings are super minimal, brief, positive, and come with a fun interactive puppet lesson etc. Each student will also come home with a free book, dental kit, and “report card” about the screening!
On Monday we have a home Flag Football game against Bethal. Our Student Lighthouse Team will be selling ice cream for $2.00-$3.00, cash only please. On Tuesday our Flag Football and Softball teams will be headed to Rother and on Thursday, they will be at Mistletoe. All games are at 3:00pm.
4th/5th Grade will be heading to WES Camp on Friday, May 1st. This is a fun and engaging study trip that students won’t want to miss. Please make sure all permission slips are turned in prior to Friday to ensure your student can attend.
Join us as we celebrate our incredible kitchen staff, the true superheroes behind the scenes, on Friday, May 1st. Every day, they go above and beyond to serve our students delicious meals made with care and heart. There’s no doubt about it… we have the BEST kitchen around! In fact, even students who’ve left Alta Mesa still rave about how amazing the food is!
Please scroll down for the 2026/2027 school calendar. All students will receive a copy at the beginning of the school year but if parents would like a copy prior, please stop by the office.
Finally, please do not drop students off before 7:40 a.m., as there is no adult supervision available prior to that time. For student safety, we kindly ask that all students arrive at or after 7:40 when staff are on campus and supervision begins. Thank you for helping us keep all students safe!
With excitement,
Kristen Crites
Principal-Alta Mesa School
(530) 224-4130
kcrites@eesd.net
Monday:
- Minimum Day - Dismissal @ 1:23
- Flag Football Game: Bethel @ Alta Mesa 3:00
Tuesday:
- Student Lighthouse Meeting 12:05-12:40
- 2nd Grade Tutoring 2:15-3:15
- STEAM Club 2:30-3:30
- Softball Game: Alta Mesa @ Rother 3:00
- Flag Football Game: Alta Mesa @ Rother 3:00
- Reading Pals 3:00-4:00
Wednesday:
- 2nd Grade Tutoring 2:15-3:15
- Student Lighthouse Team Meeting 2:30-3:30
- Softball Practice 2:30-3:30
Thursday:
- Student Lighthouse Meeting 12:05-12:40
- K-3rd Art Club 2:15-3:15
- Softball Game: Alta Mesa @ Mistletoe 3:00
- Flag Football Game: Alta Mesa @ Mistletoe 3:00
- Reading Pals 3:00-4:00
Friday:
- 4th/5th Grade Study Trip to WES Camp 8:30-1:00
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting NEXT LEVEL HOOPS Basketball Camp from June 8th–12th, 3:00–6:00 PM. This camp is open to incoming 3rd–6th grade students and is a great opportunity for players to build and strengthen their basketball skills while having fun and staying active. Cost will be $50 per participant.
Flyers will be sent home with students this week. Each participant will receive a basketball, camp shirt, and daily snacks, along with instruction focused on skill development, teamwork, and game play. We look forward to a great week of basketball growth and energy!
Register HERE!
Principal Appreciation Day - May 1st
We are grateful for the leadership, dedication, and heart our principal brings to our school each and every day. Kristen's commitment to supporting students, staff, and families makes a lasting impact and helps our school community thrive. Thank you for all that you do, we appreciate you today and every day!
Lunch Superhero Day - May 1st
Join us as we celebrate our incredible kitchen staff—the true superheroes behind the scenes. Every day, they go above and beyond to serve our students delicious meals made with care and heart. There’s no doubt about it… we have the BEST kitchen around! In fact, even students who’ve left Alta Mesa still rave about how amazing the food is!
Thank you, ladies, for everything you do to keep our school fueled, happy, and ready to learn. We appreciate you more than words can say!
1st & 2nd Grade Swim Lessons - May 4th - 7th
Our 1st and 2nd grade students will be participating in swim lessons at the YMCA from May 4th–May 7th. This is a one-week program only this year. Each class will receive 30 minutes of instruction per day.
- Randolph: 9:00–9:30 (rides over first on the bus)
- Duke: 9:30–10:00 (rides over first on the bus)
- Havlina: 10:00–10:30 (picked up after)
Parents, please have your students come to school already dressed in their swim clothes, and to also send a change of clothes and a towel each day.
We’re excited for a fun and skill-building week in the water!
Teacher Appreciation Day - May 5th
Teacher Appreciation Day is right around the corner on May 5th! This is a special time to recognize and celebrate the incredible work our teachers do each and every day for our students. From inspiring a love of learning to supporting and encouraging growth, our teachers truly make a lasting impact.
We invite families to join us in showing gratitude—whether it’s a kind note, a small gesture, or simply a heartfelt “thank you.” Let’s come together to make our teachers feel valued and appreciated for all they do!
Thank you for helping us celebrate the amazing educators who make our school so special!
Kona Ice - May 8th
Kona Ice will be on campus on Friday, May 8th! Students will have the opportunity to purchase a $5.00 cup of Fruit First, shaved ice. Thirty percent of all proceeds come back to Alta Mesa!
State Testing - May 12th - 22nd
3rd-5th Grade CAASPP Testing ~ 5/12 - 5/22
The purposed of the California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) System is to assist teachers, administrators, students, and parents by promoting high-quality teaching and learning through the use of a variety of assessment approaches and item types.
This year testing will start on Tuesday, May 12th and will go through Friday, May 22nd. Testing is scheduled for two weeks because we only test students for an hour and a half each morning.
Here are a few helpful tips for making sure your student is ready to go for testing:
- Ensure they arrive to school on time (8:05 for 4/5th grade, 8:20 for 3rd grade)
- Please refrain from scheduling appointments in the mornings as that is when our testing will be taking place
- Make sure your student has a healthy breakfast each day (our cafeteria has the best school breakfast in all the county)
- Make sure students are well rested and in bed on time
Parent Appreciation Coffee - May 15th
Alta Mesa will be hosting our annual parent appreciation curbside coffee on Friday, May 15th from 7:40-8:20! This is one way we like to say THANK YOU for your partnership and continued support throughout the year. Make sure you stop by and grab a cup of coffee and say hello to your student's teacher!
Softball: Kobi Bova
Practices:
Tuesdays - Thursdays: 2:30-3:30
Games: All Games @ 3:00pm
4/21: Lassen View @ Alta Mesa
4/23: Alta Mesa @ Boulder Creek
4/28: Alta Mesa @ Rother
4/30: Alta Mesa @ Mistletoe
5/05: Alta Mesa @ Shasta Meadows
5/07: Alta Mesa @ Lassen View
5/12: Boulder Creek @ Alta Mesa
5/14: Rother @ Alta Mesa
5/19: Mistletoe @ Alta Mesa
5/21: Shasta Meadows @ Alta Mesa
Flag Football: Donte Karres
Practices:
Mondays (2:00-3:00) & Thursdays (2:30-3:30)
Games: All Games @ 3:00pm
4/21: Lassen View @ Alta Mesa
4/23: Alta Mesa @ Boulder Creek
4/27: Bethel @ Alta Mesa
4/28: Alta Mesa @ Rother
4/30: Alta Mesa @ Mistletoe
5/05: Alta Mesa @ Shasta Meadows
5/07: Alta Mesa @ Lassen View
5/12: Boulder Creek @ Alta Mesa
5/14: Rother @ Alta Mesa
5/19: Mistletoe @ Alta Mesa
5/21: Shasta Meadows @ Alta Mesa
ART Club: Lori Duke & Dana Randolph
2nd/3rd Grade: Lori Duke
Meeting Dates:
Thursdays: 2:15 - 3:15
3/26, 4/02, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/07
K/1st Grade: Dana Randolph
Meeting Dates:
Meeting Dates:
Thursdays: 2:15 - 3:15
3/26, 4/02, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/07
STEAM Club: Dana Randolph
Meeting Dates:
Tuesdays: 2:30-3:30
3/24, 3/31, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/05
Student Lighthouse Team: Christina Huelman
Meeting Dates:
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 12:05 - 12:40
Wednesdays (optional): 2:30 - 3:30
Spirit Days
- 09/26 - Bright and Shiny (bright, bold colors)
- 11/14 - Fall into Thanksgiving (fall colors, leaves)
- 12/12 - Cozy Winter (winter colors, snow, cold weather clothes)
- 01/16 - Shiny New Year (sparkles, glitter, metallic colors)
- 02/13 - Valentines Day (hearts, red, and pink)
- 04/17 - April Showers (flowers, spring, pastel colors)
- 05/15 - Sunshine and Lollipops (summer theme, sunglasses, bright fun colors)
2nd Grade Tutoring:
Teacher: Lori Duke
Start and End Dates: 3/24 - 5/06
Days of the Week: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Time: 2:15-3:15
We’re thrilled to introduce our new Alta Mesa apparel ordering site: 1st Place Spiritwear! You can now order shirts, sweatshirts, backpacks, tote bags, hats, cups, and so much more—all featuring Alta Mesa pride. The best part? You can shop anytime! No deadlines, no waiting. Click the LINK to check it out and start gearing up in style! Go Eagles!
You can also find 1st Place Spiritwear on the Alta Mesa website. Click HERE to get to our website and click on Student Life drop down and select Alta Mesa Spiritwear Store!
Alta Mesa School
Alta Mesa is a Preschool-5th Grade, as well as Mrs. Goetz's 6th-8th Graders. At Alta Mesa, we believe that every student deserves a safe, enjoyable learning environment with exceptional instruction. Our caring, highly qulaified staff is committed to meeting the individual needs of each student in all academic areas. We believe that in order for students to grow intellectually and attain academic success, we must also address their social, emotional, and physical needs. 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 altamesa.eesd.net.
We appreciate your support in helping students stay focused and safe while at school.
Address: 2301 Saturn Skyway, Redding Ca. 96002
School Phone: (530) 224-4130
Principal - Kristen Crites
School Secretary - Kaylene Elliott
Student Services Clerk - Michelle Poland