To find out more about what’s happening at Altona Middle School, please click on the link below to view past episodes from our student created news broadcast, called the Rattler Student News (RSN).

St. Vrain is Hiring: Visit Our Support Staff Job Fair, Oct. 16
Individuals passionate about education who desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students are invited to attend the district’s upcoming job fair on Monday, October 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Main Street School, 820 Main St., Longmont.
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Coding Club

Two different coding clubs will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting in November and running into March. All coding abilities are welcome. For more information click here or to sign up click here.

Baritone Division & Treble Makers
The Baritone Division is a before school choir that meets on Fridays from 7:45-8:15am. The first rehearsal will be 9/29. This choir is open to all AMS students. Anyone who uses he/him or they/ them pronouns is welcome.
Treble Makers is a before school choir that meets on Thursdays from 7:45-8:15am. The first rehearsal will be 9/28. This choir is open to all AMS students. Anyone who uses she/her or they/them pronouns is welcome.

Picture Retakes- October 19th
Please send the original photo package in with your student. They will turn it back in to the photographers and a new package will be sent home when photos are printed.

Save the Date!
–Tickets are on sale!
Show Dates & Times
*October 27th – 6pm
*October 28th – 6pm
*Adult- $10
*Student- $7
Donations Welcome!

K-Cups for Staff Lounge
Kleenex & Clorox Wipes for classrooms
Upcoming Superintendent’s Town Hall Meetings
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites parents, teachers, staff, and community members to join Superintendent, Dr. Don Haddad, for one of our upcoming Superintendent Town Hall meetings. These annual open forums in each of our geographic areas provide an opportunity for Dr. Haddad and other district leaders to listen to our community’s questions and suggestions, share our many successes, and discuss our bold vision for continuing to build new schools as our student enrollment continues to climb.
Dates and Locations:
Monday, September 25, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Frederick High School
Monday, October 2, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Skyline High School
Tuesday, October 3, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Erie High School
Wednesday, October 4, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Mead High School
Monday, October 9, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at Silver Creek High School
Los servicios de interpretación al español estarán disponibles en cada evento
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Contact Us
We know that staying connected with our administrative team plays a vital role in ensuring a successful educational journey for your student. Don’t hesitate to reach out, ask questions, and share your thoughts. Your active involvement is key to creating the best environment for your middle schooler’s growth and development.
Meet our Counseling Team
Meet Altona’s counseling team. They’re here to support your student’s well-being and academic journey. Reach out anytime – we’re here for you!
Recent Updates
View our latest news and announcements.
From Classrooms to Careers: The P-TECH Advantage
The moment is thrilling: high school seniors standing at the edge of the stage, their eyes set on the long-awaited moment when they’ll cross and receive their diplomas — a symbol of countless hours of perseverance, dedication, and growth. In the Spring of 2024, 44 Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) students crossed […]
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Altona Middle School and Flagstaff Academy recognized as 2025 Colorado Trailblazer Schools to Watch
Altona Middle School and Flagstaff Academy have been recognized by Colorado Association of Middle Level Education (CAMLE) as 2025 Colorado Trailblazer Schools to Watch. The middle schools are two of five selected in Colorado and will be recognized nationwide at the National Schools to Watch Conference in June 2025 in Washington, DC. Selection is based […]
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Silver Creek High School to Host 15th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration
Silver Creek High School in partnership with the Asian-Pacific Association of Longmont (A-PAL) invites the community to its 15th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Silver Creek High School (4901 Nelson Road, Longmont, CO). This free and public event runs from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., with doors opening at 1:30 […]
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