MONDAY MINUTE FOR THE WEEK OF 12.8.25
Kindergarten Parents:
Altara Elementary School Spanish Dual Language Immersion
There is still time to apply for Canyons District’s Dual Language Immersion Programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Altara has openings for current kindergarten students entering 1st grade next school year.
Learn more: https://www.canyonsdistrict.org/dual-language-immersion/
♥️ 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 these past few weeks:
Tyler Howard (4th grade) Tyler is always willing to assist other students with their math assignments and with STMath.
Ryan Harrison (1st grade) Ryan helped another student find his pencil.
Marni Lidhorst (kindergarten) Marni loves being kind by making beautiful art for her friends!
Bentley Tanner (2nd grade) Ben is always making sure everyone has put away their chromebook and plugged it in. Thanks for helping others.
Ethan Hadfield (4th grade) Without being asked, Ethan noticed the lunchroom pouch had not been delivered, so he did it!
Brandon Kennedy (3rd grade) Brandon is so kind. He jumped in and volunteered to be someone’s partner without being asked!
Camila Lopez (3rd grade) Camila is so kind. She tied someone’s shoes so he wouldn’t trip!
👥 PTA Has Gone Social!
Join the PTA on Instagram! Stay up to date with reminders and see highlights of events happening at the school. Join us here.
🍔 December Spirit Night — In-N-Out Burger!
Mark your calendars!
Monday, December 16th • 4:30–8:30 PM
In-N-Out Burger – Draper Location
Must mention Altara at checkout.
🎨 Reflections Awards Night
Tuesday, December 9th @ 5:00 PM. All students that submitted an entry for Reflections, and their parents, are invited. Light refreshments will be served.
🙏 A Huge Thank-You!
A big thank-you to all the amazing volunteers who helped with our Thanksgiving Lunch—your time and hard work make these events possible and memorable.
We also want to thank everyone who contributed to the Teachers’ 12 Days of Christmas: Cheese & Crackers day. Our teachers felt the love and support!
🥨 Box Tops for Education
First Grade is holding strong in first place as we near the middle of the month! It’s anyone’s game—plenty of time left to catch up for the win. 5th Grade is in third place but closing in quick!
Support Altara with the Box Tops app! Download the app and use referral code SMJ714KW to earn an instant $5 for our school.
🙌 Get Involved with PTA
Our next meeting will be held Tuesday, January 6th 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 (with $3 going directly to our school) — volunteering is optional! https://altara.givebacks.com/shop/items/52551
Interested in helping when you can?
Add your name to the volunteer list here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJvKrlLWq0L_nFEMLT9cFb82f3PEbjHMP5MLIFnRbW-qcQdQ/viewform
School Website: https://altara.canyonsdistrict.org/
Instagram: @altaraelementary
Calendar Items & Looking Ahead
December 1-11: Utah Foster Care Toiletry and Sock Drive
December 9: PTA Reflections Ceremony 5:00-5:30 pm
December 11: 1st Grade Field Trip ~ Ballet West
December 12: Kindergarten Program for Parents 12:30-1:15 pm
Dec. 16: Spirit Night at In-N-Out; 4:30-8:30
December 17: DLI Concert for Families by LAST NAME A-L 9:15-10:15/
DLI Concert for Families by LAST NAME M-Z 2:00-3:00 pm
December 22-January 2: Winter Break
Back to school on Monday, January 5, 2025
Jan. 13: STEAM Night at Altara; 5-7 pm. Mark your calendars!