Report Cards
Report cards will be sent home tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Please watch for them coming home with your student tomorrow.
Anxiety and School Attendance
It’s been so nice to welcome students back from winter break! It’s normal for some students to feel anxious about returning to school after time away. Changes in routines can make transitions feel harder.
Ways to help:
- Bring your child to school, even if they are upset. Our Student Wellness Team professionals are here to support morning transitions and throughout the day.
- Be consistent, clear, and confident. Set predictable morning routines and clearly communicate that attending school is the expectation. Try not to let your own worries show. Believe they can do it – and share that belief with them.
- Praise brave behavior. Acknowledge and reward your child when they follow through, even when it’s hard.
Facing worries helps anxiety shrink over time, while avoiding them can make fears feel bigger. Every day counts!
♥️ 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:
Benjamin Bailey (kindergarten) Benjamin helped his teacher clean up a messy table. Thank you so much for helping the teacher.
Kaidan Patrick (Smith) Kaidan was very helpful to a student who was hurt. The student was very thankful.
Leo Young (kindergarten) Leo is so kind and polite every day! He volunteers to help put away things, push in chairs, get things for others and help his friends feel happy.
Violet Howard (kindergarten) Violet loves to play with friends during oral language. She always looks for a new friend to play with.
Lucie Lauzo (kindergarten) Lucie is such a kind friend. She is eager to help others and goes out of her way to be kind. Keep up the great work!
Giancarlo Gonzalez (5th grade) Giancarlo was very helpful to a student who was hurt. The student was very thankful!
Laken Tuttle (kindergarten) Laken is such a kind friend. He loves to help his friends build with magna-tiles and shares his toys! Way to go, Laken!
Camille Ash (kindergarten) Camille shows kindness in so many ways. She is always helpful and cleans up our classroom when it’s messy!
From the PTA:
🐔 January Spirit Night @ Chick-fil-A
!!TODAY!! 6-8pm. Mobile Order Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A at the South Towne Marketplace location. Mobile orders ONLY. Drive-thru, dine-in or pick up.
🛼 FREE FAMILY SKATE NIGHT!!
Mark your calendars for a fun and FREE Family Skate Night at Classic Skating, sponsored by the PTA! Look for the flyers coming home for more information. Admission and skating are free. Families are welcome to bring their own skates or scooters; rentals are also available on site. Scooter/skate rental available but you can bring your own. Additional activities are available for $10 per person.
February 2nd 5-9:00PM
🕺PTA Nominations Now Open!
PTA positions and nominations are open 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. *Nominations for an elected position must be submitted by February 13th. Vote will be held March 3rd @ 10am in the Conference room @ Altara.
🎪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 $1110 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.
Box Tops app for Android users
🙌 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
School Website: https://altara.canyonsdistrict.org/
Instagram: @altaraelementary
Calendar Items & Looking Ahead
January 27: Report cards will be sent home
February 2: PTA Free Family Skate Night @ Classic Skating 5-9 pm
February 3: Monthly PTA Meeting
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 Mount Jordan.
February 6: SCC Meeting 2-3 pm
February 10: Watch D.O.G.S. event; Dads & Donuts; 6:30-7:30 pm
February 12: Early Dismissal Day/School is dismissed at 1:25 pm
February 13: Teacher Professional Day-no school for students
February 16: Presidents Day-No School
February 24 & 25: Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences
February 26: Early Dismissal Day/School is dismissed at 1:25 pmFebruary 27: No School-Compensatory Day