Weekly Update to Families

January 3, 2025

Brief Message From the Principal

Dear Altoona Elementary Community,

Happy New Year! I hope the first few days of 2025 have treated you well! It was awesome to have our students back for a couple of days this week! In this update you will find the following:

PTA Meeting -- January 13 at 6:30 pm in the Library!
PTA -- Golf in the Halls -- New Date - Feb. 8!
EFR -- Employee & Family Resources

Thank you for sharing your children with us! It is a pleasure to partner with you to realize the best possible education. We are better together! Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, concerns, or feedback. I know we are on the same page in wanting our students to be as safe as possible and for our school to be the best it can be! Together, let's be the change! Our students deserve that of us!

🎉 ATTENDANCE MATTERS! We need our students at school every day! 🏆

Respectfully,

- Mr. Miller

🍪 PTA Updates

CORRECTION --> The next PTA Meeting WILL BE on Monday, January 13 at 6:30 pm

EFR -- Employee & Family Resources

Worried about anxiety or stress? Struggling with relationships or school performance? Dealing with bullying or substance use concerns? You don’t need to face it alone. The Student Assistance Program is your free, confidential resource to support your well-being and conquer any obstacles that come your way. Talk to a counselor 24/7 or schedule free counseling sessions -- just call 515-244-6090.

Families, did you know our Student Assistance Program (SAP) through EFR is available to you too? Receive encouragement, guidance, and support for any challenges you face. Call EFR at 515-244-6090 for free, confidential counseling.