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iPad Insurance: Did you miss the window?
Spring 2025 Insurance: $12.50
You may still purchase iPad insurance for the remainder of the school year! Please follow these steps if you would like to purchase insurance for your student’s iPad:
- Have your student bring their iPad to the office to be inspected.
- When we determine that the iPad is in working order, we will add the fee to Infinite Campus.
- The fee can be paid by cash or check in the office, or on RevTrak.
Middle School Wrestling Season is Here!
Boys and Girls both welcome, registration is open from January 20th to 29th.
The first practice is on January 27th after school. Practices run from 4:00-5:30.
Practices will be held 5 days a week until meets begin, then transition to 4 days a week.
All skills welcome, from beginners to experienced! Wrestlers will be matched based on weight classifications as well as skills for the meets. All grade levels have the opportunity to participate and travel to the meets.
For more information, please contact Mrs. Blair at [email protected].
Spring Drama Opportunity: The Brother’s Grimm Spectaculathon
We are partnering with the Silver Creek Thespian Group, an International Honor Society at the high school, to create a one-act play, The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon, for Spring 2025. This group led by Tracy Knick, Silver Creek’s Theatre Director, is working on a plan for Altona students to have a production this spring at Silver Creek. All auditions and performances will be held at Silver Creek High School with a workshop and family meeting on February 12. Auditions to occur on February 21, with rehearsals throughout March and April and performances on April 24 and 25. Additionally, cast members will be invited to the Silver Creek performance of Mean Girls on March 6th.

Calling all aspiring designers! Altona is hosting the Middle School Vex Robotics State Championship and we want your student artwork on the official t-shirts for the event. Create a unique design that captures the spirit of this year’s competition: ”High Stakes.” Email Emma Graham for more information.
Dawson Summer Initiative
Theme for Summer 2025: Action! Designing Opportunities
Dates: June 3- July 3
Application due date: February 3, 2025
Dawson Summer Initiative (DSI) offers a free summer academic program that follows a thematic approach and is geared for high-achieving, independent students who are currently in Grade 6 and Grade 7.
Over the past several summers, scholars have enjoyed working with students from Altona and over 30 different schools predominantly in the St. Vrain, Boulder Valley, and Adams 12 School Districts. The program is geared toward high academic achievers who are effective collaborators. They are seeking students who would benefit from an opportunity to work with peers from other schools, sharing like-minded goals.
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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
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Join us for an Open House Event: Explore the Future of Learning with AI, April 22
Explore the Future of Learning with AI! Join St. Vrain’s Parent University for an engaging AI Open House, where parents, students, and community members can experience firsthand how Artificial Intelligence is transforming education. This interactive event will feature student- and instructor-led AI stations, hands-on activities, and real-world applications of AI in St. Vrain classrooms. Event […]
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St. Vrain’s Unframed Art Show live at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 15-20
St. Vrain Valley Schools will host its annual art show at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall. Community members are invited to view student art from all grade levels and schools across the district from April 15-20. The event is free and open to the public: Please join us in celebrating our students’ talent, hard […]
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Join Us: Community Meeting for Mead’s New PK-8 School
Join us on Monday, May 12 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Mead High School Be part of shaping our community’s educational future. Join us for an informative evening about the exciting new PK-8 school coming to Mead. This meeting is your opportunity to: Representatives will be available from multiple departments including: Thank You for Your Continued […]
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