Altona’s Upcoming Rookie Rattler Events

Do you have a 5th grade student headed to Altona for the 2017-18 school year?  If so, we’d like to invite you to our upcoming middle-school transition events:

  • Tuesday, February 28, from 1:45 – 3:00:  we’re inviting all Rookie Rattlers (students only) to visit Altona.  Mr. Lacrosse, our Principal, will give a welcome, the students will get tours lead by our fabulous 8th grade WEB Leaders, and then our music department will give a short performance. Please confirm your student’s attendance with Laurie Carter (720-494-3985) by Friday, February 24.
  • Wednesday, March 1, from 4:00 – 6:00: All new Rattlers who are planning on playing an instrument should attend our Instrument Petting Zoo.  You’ll meet our Band and Orchestra Directors and also receive information on instrument rentals.
  • Wednesday, May 3, 6:00 – 7:00: Rookie Rattler Parent Event – Meet our Principal, learn about the middle school transition and tour the school.

 

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