STEAM Night is this Tuesday!
The time is 5:00-7:00, but feel free to come anytime during that time frame and choose some stations to participate in. Five stations is all you need for a prize at the end of your visit!
Teacher of the Year Nominations open
The window to nominate a teacher from Altara for Teacher of the Year honors is Jan. 9th-Feb. 6th. Please click on the link below to nominate a teacher who has made a difference for your child. We have some awesome teachers here at Altara!
https://www.canyonsdistrict.org/teacher-of-the-year-nomination
Altara Yearbook 2025-2026
New this year!!! Altara will be offering yearbooks full of grade level/class pictures and all the other fun activities that we have here at Altara during the school year. If you’re interested in ordering a yearbook for your student go to https://purchaseyearbook.com/. The Yearbook Code is: AltaraESYB26. Pre-sale price is $22.00 and orders must be submitted by February 26, 2026. The regular price will be $25.00 and orders must be placed no later than March 25, 2026. After that date no orders will be accepted so make sure to order early!!
Digital Citizenship Message
Being informed is more than knowing facts — it’s about helping young people learn to question, analyze, and make sense of the information they encounter every day. In a world where news, opinions, algorithms, and misinformation are everywhere, our kids need the skills to pause, think, and investigate before deciding what to trust. When children learn how to verify sources, recognize bias, and cross-check claims, they’re not just building academic skills — they’re developing the habits they need to stay safe online and grow into thoughtful, responsible citizens.
This week, we’re highlighting the Informed skill from Common Sense Education’s Digital Citizenship curriculum. At home, you can support this by talking with your child about what they see online, asking questions together, and modeling how to slow down and check whether information is trustworthy.
Because when children learn to be informed, they become safer, smarter, and more empowered citizens. https://cnyns.org/4p5IyJ9Links to an external site.
♥️ Choose Kindness ♥️
We have the KINDEST students!
We are on the lookout for extraordinary acts of kindness at Altara. Here are some examples of kindness happening at our school in the last few weeks:
Said Aleman (2nd grade) Said is an incredibly kind student. He is always looking for ways to help others and is so supportive to peers.
Logan Parker (2nd grade) Logan is always willing to help his partner and table mates with math problems.
Ivy Anderson (kindergarten) Ivy shows kindness in so many ways. She is always kind to her friends and helps others clean up during centers. Way to go, Ivy!
Maverick Hill (2nd grade) Maverick includes everyone and is kind to others.
Hudson Swingley (kindergarten) Hudson helped another student pick up their supplies after they spilled their tote.
Aitana Guzman Torresi (kindergarten) Aitana shows kindness by waiting patiently for help – even when it is hard and frustrating!
Cannon Taylor (kindergarten) Cannon loves to draw fun pictures and share them with friends.
Jaylee Sohm (2nd grade) Jaylee is such a kind partner to everyone she works with!
From the PTAL
🧪 STEAM Night Volunteers Needed!
🕺PTA Nominations Now Open!
PTA positions and nominations are open now through March 1 for the 2026-27 school year, and we would love for you to be part of our amazing PTA team! From leadership roles like President-Elect, Treasurer, and Secretary to event-focused positions such as Teacher Appreciation, Book Fair, and Reflections, there are so many ways to get involved. You can serve as a Chair or join as a committee member—there’s something for every schedule and interest. Visit this link to view position descriptions and sign up here to help make this school year unforgettable for our students, teachers, and families.
🐔 January Spirit Night @ Chick-fil-A
January 26th from 6-8pm. Mark your calendars for our Mobile Order Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A at the South Towne Marketplace location. Mobile orders ONLY. Drive-thru, dine-in or pick up.
🎪Silent Auction Donations
We’re reaching out to our Altara community to get a head start on silent auction donations for our PTA fundraiser (this May!!) and would love your support!
Any local donations—such as goods, services, or gift cards— will be featured in our silent auction, with proceeds going directly toward programs and activities that enrich learning and bring our school together. Your generosity, big or small, helps us plan ahead and create meaningful experiences for our students. Thank you for considering supporting our school!
Please reach out to taelorsaxton8@gmail.com with any donation questions or contributions!!
🥨 Box Tops for Education
Currently at $1091 earned for our 25-26 school year! We’re well on our way to reach our $1500 goal! Keep up the scanning! Download the app and use referral code SMJ714KW to earn an instant $5 for our school.
🙌 Come Join Us!
Our next meeting will be held Tuesday, February 3rd at 10:00 AM in the Altara Conference Room. Join us and see what PTA is all about!
The PTA helps fund and support many of the activities and events at Altara. Membership is just $10 — volunteering is optional!
Interested in helping when you can?
Add your name to the volunteer list here: Volunteer Sign-Up
Helpful Links:
PTA Instagram: @altarapta
Givebacks: Membership & Donations
Watch DOGS: Signup Calendar
Calendar Items & Looking Ahead
February 3rd: PTA meeting @ 10 am
School Website: https://altara.canyonsdistrict.org/ Instagram: @altaraelementary
Calendar Items & Looking Ahead
Now-February 6: Teacher of the Year nominations window
January 13: STEAM Night at Altara from 5-7 pm. It’s open house style, so come for whatever part your family has time for. See you there!
January 16: No school for students: Teacher Grading Day
January 18: No School: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 22-23: Acadience mid-year reading assessments for all students
January 27: Report cards will be sent home
February 3: Parent orientation night at middle schools for 5th grade students and parents; 5:30-7:00 at Indian Hills and 5:00-6:30 at Eastmont.
February 10: Watch D.O.G.S. event; Dads & Donuts; 6:30-7:30 pm