Alta Vista Elementary is getting ready for its annual Science and Engineering Expo, where students will show off their creative spring projects to their families. The school recently had a successful "Coffee with the Principal" event where they talked about how to use new social-emotional learning tools in all grades. Families are also keeping an eye on the district-wide "Walk or Wheel" program, which encourages students to stay healthy and find safe ways to get to school.

Q1. Is there a specific program for the visual and performing arts at Alta Vista Elementary School?

Ans. The school combines the "Hands on Art" program with weekly music classes to help students express themselves creatively.

Q2. What do you do to let Alta Vista Elementary School know that a student is not there?

Ans. Before nine o'clock every day, parents must call the 24-hour absence line or fill out the digital reporting form.

Q3. How does Alta Vista Elementary School keep kids safe during the morning valet drop-off?

Ans. Employees and volunteers help students get out of cars at the curb to keep traffic moving smoothly.

Q4. Does Alta Vista Elementary School include any special STEM activities in its curriculum?

Ans. To help students learn how to think critically, teachers do science experiments and engineering challenges every week.

Q5. How can parents get involved with the Alta Vista Elementary School Parent Teacher Association committees?

Ans. Families can sign up during the fall orientation or go to monthly evening meetings to help with enrichment activities.