| RISE Testing: Grades 3rd – 5th Grade (students began the RISE assessment TODAY!) |
Helping students feel ready (not stressed) for end-of-year testing is mostly about building confidence, routines, and healthy habits.
Here are practical things you can do to help your student be successful on the RISE:
1. Keep Learning Low-Stress and Consistent
- Read together daily (even 15–20 minutes)
- Practice math facts in fun ways (games, flashcards, apps)
- Review past homework or classwork
2. Prioritize Sleep and Routine
- Stick to consistent bedtimes (especially the week before testing)
- Avoid late-night screen time
- Keep mornings calm and predictable
3. Fuel Their Brain
- Provide balanced meals (protein + whole grains + fruit)
- Encourage water instead of sugary drinks
- Don’t skip breakfast on test days
4. Talk About Testing in a Positive Way
- Frame it as a chance to “show what you’ve learned”
- Praise effort, not just results
5. Keep Perspective
- Effort matters more than scores
- Confidence and a positive mindset go a long way
🎉 Happy Retirement Ms. Smith! 🎉
We want to celebrate Ms. Smith, our wonderful 5th grade teacher, as she prepares to retire at the end of this school year. Ms. Smith has given so much to the Altara community—through her dedication, care, and the lasting impact she’s made on generations of students. She will be deeply missed, and we are incredibly grateful for the difference she has made here. We wish her all the best in this next chapter and hope it is filled with joy, relaxation, and all the things she loves.
🎪💙 Thank You PTA! 💙🎪
We truly have the most incredible school community. Thank you so much to our amazing Altara PTA and all of the volunteers who gave their time, energy, and heart to make last Friday’s carnival such a success. We are also so grateful to everyone who donated items and supported our school in so many ways behind the scenes. Your generosity and dedication are what make Altara such a special place—we are so lucky to have the very best people in our community.
🎈5th Grade Advancement Ceremony 🎈Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 9:00 am 🎈
On Tuesday, May 26th, we will be celebrating our 5th grade students as they reach the end of their elementary years and prepare to begin their junior high journey. The celebration will begin at 9:00 AM, and we warmly invite all families of our 5th grade students to join us for this special moment. We look forward to honoring and celebrating our amazing students together!
 ☑️ Back-to-School Registration Opens August 3 ☑️ — Take a Minute to Prepare Now! ✅ Save the date! Back-to-school registration for the 2026–2027 school year will open on Monday, August 3, 2026. This year, we’re introducing an upgraded version of our student information system, Skyward Qmlativ, designed with a more modern look, improved navigation, and a more intuitive, user-friendly experience to make registration and access to student information easier. Families will continue to log in through the same, secure Family Access they’ve used in the past. What you can do now to prepare:Please take a moment to make sure you know your Family Access username and password. Having your login information ready will help ensure a smooth and quick registration process on Aug. 3. If you’ve forgotten your password, you can reset it now through this link: Forgotten Username/Password AssistanceIf you need assistance, contact your school or the Canyons Help Desk at 801-826-5544. Soon, we’ll be sharing helpful resources, including step-by-step guides and videos, to walk families through the updated system. Thank you for taking a few minutes now to be ready for registration day.💬⭐ How Are We Doing? ⭐💬 Your feedback matters to us. As we strive to best serve our students and families, we welcome your questions, concerns, and ideas. Whether it’s about your child’s classroom, our school, or curriculum, we are here to listen and support. |
Altara is your school, and your voice is important. Please share any feedback by emailing principal, julie.fielding@canyonsdistrict.org or assistant principal, sara.caldwell@canyonsdistrict.org
| From the PTA We are incredibly grateful for the amazing support shown at last Friday’s PTA Carnival! Thank you to everyone who attended, purchased tickets, bid on silent auction items, volunteered or made donations—your generosity truly made a difference. Because of this strong community support, we raised approximately $20,000, which will directly fund and enhance the programs, events, and activities the PTA provides for our students next year. We appreciate your continued support throughout the school year and feel so lucky to be part of such a generous and engaged school community. We hope you had a great time at the Carnival! 🕺 PTA Meeting – Join Us! Our next meeting will be Tuesday, May 5th (TOMORROW!) at 10:00 AM in the Altara Hanger. 🔗Helpful Links 🔗PTA Instagram: @altarapta Givebacks: Membership & Donations Watch DOGS: Signup CalendarSchool Website: https://altara.canyonsdistrict.org/ Instagram: @altaraelementary Calendar Items & Looking AheadMay 5: PTA Meeting 10-11 am (TOMORROW!)May 4-15: RISE Testing for grades 3rd– 5th (Started TODAY!)May 25: Memorial Day ~ No School!May 26: 5th Grade Advancement CeremonyMay 27: Final report cards being sent homeMay 28: Kindergarten Field DayMay 29: Grades 1-5 Field DayMay 29 (Friday): Last Day of School! ~ Early Dismissal Day! (School Dismisses at 12:20 pm) Looking Ahead to the 2026-2027 School YearAugust 3: Back to School Registration OpensAugust 17: First day of school for students in 1st – 5th GradeAugust 19: First day of school for students in Kindergarten |