Thank you to our Parent Leadership Team for the fun and inspiring welcome!

Hello Rattler Families,
 We are gearing up for our first iReady Testing window! Here are the essential details you need:

Testing Dates:
Math: August 23rd
Reading: August 24th
Please ensure your child is well-rested, has a hearty breakfast, and arrives on time.
Here is the detailed iReady Bell Schedule. For other information you might need, keep an eye on your inbox. We’ll provide you with everything you need to know beforehand.
Did you MISS the picture dates earlier this week? No need to worry! Studio 5 will be here on Friday, August 25th to catch students that were not able to make it in on August 14th or 15th. Here is the link to order pictures. THIS IS NOT PICTURE RETAKE DAY!! Picture retakes will take place on October 19th.
Our Lost & Found is quickly filling up! Please make sure your students’ personal belongings are labeled with their name. Starting next Friday (8/25), unclaimed items will be donated!
Come and be a part of Altona’s Geo Bee Team!
We meet every other Wednesday.
First Meeting: September 6th
Ms. Demer’s room- B210
3:45p.m. – 4:30p.m.
Come join the fun to learn about and discuss all things
geography!
The district’s Geo Bee 2020 will be at the Innovation Center,
date TBA.

Recent Updates

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Rookie Rattler Parent Night

If you were not able to join us for our Rookie Rattler Parent Night on May 6, here is the presentation and the handout and Save the Date information.

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St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year

St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized by the NAMM Foundation as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, marking the district’s sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This national designation celebrates school districts that demonstrate exceptional commitment to ensuring all students have access to high-quality music education as part of a…<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/29/st-vrain-valley-schools-earns-national-recognition-as-a-best-community-for-music-education-for-sixth-consecutive-year/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year </span>Read More</a>

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ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited…<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>

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Altona Middle School