Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!! We deeply appreciate the dedication and support of our paraprofessionals at Alton R-IV School District. Your hard work empowers our students every day. Thank you for making a difference!
UPDATE ****2025 Prom Details****
*Due to the forecasted rainfall amounts, we have moved Prom to the FEMA building. Both Grand March and the dance will take place here.
Arrival: Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. for pictures with family and friends.
Please note where your table is before Grand March begins to know where you will be seated.
**WE WILL START LINING UP AT 5:30 P.M. FOR THE GRAND MARCH**
You will be lining up by table. Table 1 will walk first and so on. I will have a list posted by the stairs going up to the weight room in the FEMA-You will walk down the stairs to the center of the arch for pictures.
GRAND MARCH: STARTS AT 6:00 P.M.
Once your picture is taken in front of the arch, you may go to your table to be seated. Once the entire court has walked through, parents may take some pictures, but need to leave by 7:00 p.m. Meal will be served at 7:00 p.m.
PROM PICTURES
Kelsie Orr is our photographer. She will take pictures of the Grand March as well as individual/couple pictures. Please let her know if you have special requests for pictures.
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Arrive around 5:00 p.m.
Leave around 10:30-11:00 p.m.
*If you cannot make it to prom due to weather-related issues, we have already arranged payments for food and other services, so no refunds will be issued…sorry for this inconvenience!
April is Occupational Therapist Month, and we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our dedicated occupational therapists who support our students at Alton R-IV School District. Your expertise and commitment play a vital role in helping our students achieve their fullest potential. Your contributions make a significant difference every day. Thank you, Deborah Lockerby!
Comet Families,
Due to the risk of severe storms traveling through our area around normal dismissal time, Alton R-IV will DISMISS EARLY today (Wednesday April 2) at 12:00 PM. All after- school activities will be cancelled for today also. Stay safe and we hope to see everyone tomorrow!
📢 Important Announcement: STEAM Canceled Today 📢
Due to the storm forecast this afternoon, we will be canceling STEAM for today. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority.
Stay safe, and we’ll see you at our next session! 🌟
🎓 SAVE THE DATE! 🎓
📅 Date: May 9, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Alton High School Gymnasium
Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2025 and their incredible achievements! 🎉🎓 #AltonHSGrad #Classof2025
2025 Prom Details
Arrival: Doors will open at 4:00 p.m. for pictures with family and friends.
**WE WILL START LINING UP AT 5:15 P.M. FOR THE GRAND MARCH**
GRAND MARCH: STARTS AT 5:30 P.M.
PROM PICTURES
Kelsie Orr is our photographer. She will take pictures of the Grand March as well as individual/couple pictures at the venue. Please let her know if you have special requests for pictures.
PROM: Arrive at the Country Meadows Event Center around 7:00 p.m.
Leave around 10:30-11:00 p.m.
**You must ride the bus to and from the Prom venue**
Alton Elementary *** Spring Picture Day *** Monday, April 7th
Parents/Guardians - Get those spring clothes out and ready for SPRING PICTURE DAY! If you want to PRE-ORDER your child's SPRING PICTURES, here's the code!!! Otherwise, no worries, just wait until you get the picture card in the mail!!
SPRING SPORTS - JH/HS - Baseball, Golf, Softball, Track & Field
Greetings Junior High and High School Parents/Guardians! If your child is participating in Spring Sports, they will be getting a copy of this yellow note from their coach soon! You can use it to PRE-ORDER their individual and team pictures that will be taken next Monday, April 7th. If you don't want to pre-order, NO PROBLEM, just wait to get the picture card back and order then!
The Arrive Alive Program presented by Missouri State HIghway Patrol used a driving simulation to show students the dangers of distracted/impaired driving. The goal is spread awareness on how vital it is for students to make the safe and responsible choice to never drive under the influence and the consequences of being distracted by using cell phones while behind the wheel.
📚✨ Exciting News! ✨📚
We’re thrilled to announce our Buy One Get One Free Book Fair! 🎉📖
🗓 When? April 7-11
📍 Where? Elementary Library
It's the perfect time to stock up on books for your little readers! Whether you're looking for adventure, mystery, or fun, there's something for everyone! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to double your reading fun!
Mark your calendars, bring your family, and get ready for a week full of great books and even better deals! 🛍️
Click the link for more information!
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/altonelementaryschool1
See you at the Book Fair! 📚❤️
#BookFair #BOGO #ReadingIsFun #ElementaryLibrary
📢 Attention Students! 📢
Don’t forget to purchase your prom tickets before it’s too late! 🎟️✨ The deadline to buy them is Friday, March 21st—that’s just around the corner!
Secure your spot for a night of unforgettable memories. 🌟💃🕺 Get your tickets now before time runs out!
🌟🎉 Happy School Board Appreciation Month! 🎉🌟
We celebrate our school board members' dedication and hard work this month! 💙📚 These leaders work tirelessly to ensure our students, teachers, and schools have the resources and support they need to succeed.
👏 Thank you for your commitment to education, your vision for the future, and the countless hours you devote to making a difference!
📢🏀 Get Ready for the Ultimate Showdown! 🏀📢
Join us on March 14th for our annual Seniors vs. Faculty Basketball Fundraiser! 🎉🔥
🍽 Dinner starts at 5:30 PM – Enjoy a delicious plate of lasagna, salad, and a drink before the big game! Don’t miss out on a night of fun, competition, and community spirit. See you there!
Alton Beta Club has 21 extra flats of strawberries for sale. They are $28.00 a flat, or $16.00 for half a flat. First come first serve. Thanks for supporting your Beta Club!
We are thrilled to announce Mr. Michael Cockrum as the 2024-2025 Educator of the Year! Mr. Cockrum consistently sets high standards and serves as a great motivator and an exceptional role model to everyone he comes in contact with. Thank you to Mr. Cockrum for pouring into our students and our school! We are blessed to have you!
👮♀️ School Resource Officer Recognition Day! 👮♀️
Today we celebrate our incredible School Resource Officer (SRO), Grey Huddleston, who works tirelessly to keep our schools safe, build positive relationships with students, and serve as a mentor, protector, and role model. Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and commitment to making a difference. Your impact goes beyond safety—you inspire and support the next generation! 💙
Mrs.Holesapple's class would like to thank all their guest readers that came for Read Across America Week.
Today, we celebrate and appreciate our incredible maintenance teams who work tirelessly to keep our schools safe, clean, and running smoothly! From fixing leaks to maintaining the grounds, and ensuring spotless classrooms, their dedication creates the best environment for students and staff to learn and grow.
Let’s take a moment to recognize their hard work and say thank you—a small gesture that means so much! 💙👏
Today is the absolute last day for little league sign ups. Please come by the elementary office and get signed up today.