9th Grade Orientation at 5:15 this Thursday, August 8th. 12th Grade Orientation at 5:45 this Thursday, August 8th. 7th Grade Orientation at 5:45 on Tuesday, August 13th. Hope to see you in the high school cafeteria!
It was brought to our attention that there were no pencils on the 3rd grade supply list! 3rd graders will need pencils and a composition notebook.
Meet Mrs.Elizabeth Williams-First Grade Teacher
Mrs. Williams' hometown is Tylare, California. She attended college at Azusa Pacific University & Grand Canyon University. This will be her first year teaching. She and her husband live in Thayer, MO and have three children (Annabelle, 9; Riley, 7; Ryden, 6) and a dog named Dandylion. Her birthday is November 10th.
Her favorite restaurants are Chili's and Chipotle. She loves to shop at Target and the Goodwill. Some of her other favorites are Mexican food, black cherries, chocolate, granola bars, chocolate chip cookies, red velvet cake, caramel frappe coffee, blackberry lemonade, flavored water, cinnamon scents, sunflowers, the color teal and the Dodgers.
In her spare times she loves to go to yard sales, spend time with her family, explore new places, and read books.
Wishlist for her classroom: comfy seating for a reading nook
With the remaining employee spotlights we will use a different format. We want to share some likes, dislikes, and other important details about them. We think this information may come in handy if you want to treat your child's teacher or aide on occasion.
Ms. Allyson Hartwick- Kindergarten Teacher
Hometown: Harrison, AR
College: North Arkansas & ASU
Years of experience- 2 @ Green Forest Elementary
Birthday: 9-27
Favorites: Chili's Restaurant, shrimp, blueberries, chocolate, trail mix, chocolate chip cookies, coffee, green tea, tiger lilies, the color green, and the Arkansas Razorbacks.
She does not have any kids but has 5 pets named Mayzie, Jozie, Xena, Penny, & Hank. She loves to kayak, swim, fish, hunt, target practice, read, and travel.
Wish List for Her Classroom: books!
Chris Walker-School Resource Officer (SRO)
Officer Walker comes to Alton R-IV to fill the position of School Resource Officer. We are excited about this new position and believe he will bring many positive things to our district.
Chris has an extensive background in law enforcement. He has attended officer academies in AL, CA, and WA. He holds an Associate of Science in Administration of Justice from College of the Canyons.
Chris served in the U.S. Army as a military policeman for five years, was the Deputy Sheriff of Los Angeles County, CA for nine years, and came to us after serving as a Reserve Deputy and Jail Administrator for Oregon County. He holds multiple certifications and awards in law enforcement.
When Chris isn't working he enjoys camping, hunting, fishing and athletics. He has a positive and professional attitude and truly cares about the safety and well-being of others.
If you see him around, please take the time to introduce yourself and welcome him to Alton R-IV.
NEW EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Alton R-IV has several new employees this year. We are excited to introduce you to them by featuring them over the next few weeks. We hope that this will help you learn more about them, put a face with a name, and welcome them to our community!
New student enrollment starts tomorrow! New Student Registration will be July 31 and August 1 from 8:30 until 3:00. Parents with students new to the district will need previous school phone and fax number and address. They will also need proof of residency in the Alton School District such as a rent receipt, bill, or other mail sent to their Alton address. A current shot record and birth certificate for the student(s) will also be needed.
Please join us! Your child will receive everything on his or her school supply list free of charge! If you need proof of enrollment, stop by the school. Hope to see you there!
8th and 12th Grade Students: Be sure to bring in your updated shot record before school begins!
7th Grade Orientation will be held Tuesday, August 13th at 5:45 in the high school cafeteria. Students will have the opportunity to meet their teachers and pick up their schedules at that time. Hope to see you there.
Open House will be held Tuesday, August 13th from 6:00 until 7:30 in both the Alton Elementary and High School buildings. Please come out and meet the teachers and staff for the 2019-2020 school year.
New Student Registration will be July 31 and August 1 from 8:30 until 3:00. Parents with students new to the district will need previous school phone and fax number and address. They will also need proof of residency in the Alton School District such as a rent receipt, bill, or other mail sent to their Alton address. A current shot record and birth certificate for the student(s) will also be needed.
Open House will be held Tuesday, August 13th from 6:00 until 7:30 in both the Alton Elementary and High School buildings. Please come out and meet the teachers and staff for the 2019-2020 school year.
12th Grade Orientation will be held Thursday, August 8th at 5:45 in the high school cafeteria. Students will receive their schedule and information for their senior year. Principals, counselor, and senior sponsors will be available for questions.
9th Grade Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 8th at 5:15 in the high school cafeteria. Students will receive their schedule at that time. Parents and students will meet with the principals and counselor as well.
Schedule pick-ups for students in grades 8th, 10th, and 11th will be Tuesday, August 6th from 8:30 until 3:00 in the high school Counselor's Office.
New Student Registration will be July 31 and August 1 from 8:30 until 3:00. Parents with students new to the district will need previous school phone and fax number and address. They will also need proof of residency in the Alton School District such as a rent receipt, bill, or other mail sent to their Alton address. A current shot record and birth certificate for the student(s) will also be needed.
Alton Elementary is looking for Community Partners for the 2019-2020 school year. If interested, please contact the classroom teacher, the school, or PM the Alton School District. Thank you to everyone who helped make our first year of partnerships a success! Alton Elementary students and teachers were beyond blessed!
Back To School will be here before you know it! For those of you who like to get a head start, here is the supply lists. See you soon!
Kelsie Orr places 10th in 12th grade Agriscience at National Beta Convention while Jace Reese attends her first National Beta Convention and competes in 9th grade math.
