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Important Reminders

Showcase of Learning Open House- Tuesday, October 28th: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Halloween Social- Friday, October 31st

Picture Retakes- New to Altona Orders

If your student is new to Altona and took pictures on 10/16- please click on the button below to place an order!

• Please use access code: P96WQ4

Halloween Costume Guidelines:

-Costumes cannot create a distraction or disruption at the school, as safety is always our top priority.

-Staff must be able to recognize students; therefore, students may not wear full face masks (or anything that covers the entire face), sunglasses, fake blood, excessive face paint, and no excessive guts & gore.

-Weapons (real or facsimile) are not allowed.

-Dress code appropriate

Halloween Social

Get ready for some spooky fun! Altona Middle School is hosting a Halloween Social on Halloween, October 31st, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM!

Put on your favorite costume and come hang out with your friends. Costumes are welcome (but please, no masks that cover the whole face, no fake weapons, and no fake blood-same rules as for the school day).

Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at lunch during the week leading up to the dance, and at the door on the afternoon of the dance. Concessions will also be available for purchase! Don’t miss out on the treats and the tricks!

We will need donations for the concessions, please follow the sign up genius link to help us out. 

We will also need volunteers to help set up, run, and clean up the event. Please consider signing up to help.

Join Altona Coding Clubs

No previous coding experience needed

Minecraft club Wednesdays 3:45-4:45 in the Computer Lab November 5th-March 4th

Meet new people
Work in teams to create and build in a fun environment

Space is limited so sign up early

Girls Who Code Mondays 7:15-8:15 in the Computer Lab November 10th-March 2nd

Meet new people

Interested in competing in the District CodeZone Challenge?

Have a computer language or project you want to work on?
Want to learn about different coding opportunities?
Either come with your own ideas or come ready to try new things!

Complete this form 

Questions? Email [email protected]

Art Club Sign-Up

• Sign Up Link for 6th Graders
• Oct 21: 6th grade sign up
• Oct 28: 7th/8th Day & 6th grade sign up
• Nov 4: 6th grade sign up
• Nov 11: 7th/8th Day & 6th grade sign up
• Nov 18: 6th grade sign up
• Dec 2: 7th/8th Day & 6th grade sign up
• Dec 9: 6th grade sign up
• Dec 16: 7th/8th Day & 6th grade sign up

Yearbook

Now is the time to order your 2026 yearbook. Don’t miss out on the BEST yearbook yet!

Buy Your Yearbook Now at the Lowest Price of the Year.

8th Grade Recognition Ads: Congratulate your 8th grader in their 2026 yearbook!

Receive an early-bird discount for ads completed with payment by October 31, 2025.

The FINAL DEADLINE to submit and pay for an ad at the regular price is November 18, 2025.

Parent Leadership Team Corner:

Click below to support the Parent Leadership Team!

Donations will go toward activities supported by the Parent Leadership Team, which includes but is not limited to: staff appreciation week, staff meals during conferences, holiday treats for staff, and chalk the walk for back to school.

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!

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