Alton R-IV will dismiss at 2:00pm on Monday November 11, 2019 based on the snowfall and frozen precipitation forecast.
SOPHOMORES: If you think you would be interested in learning more about classes at South Central Career Center for your junior and senior year, we will be going on a tour on Thursday, November 21st. We will ride up on the Career Center bus and return in time for lunch at school (leave at 8:00 AM and return by 11:45 PM). We will tour both school sites for programs such as Culinary Arts, Health Occupations, Construction, Welding, Creative Design, IT, Auto Mechanics and Body Collision. See Mrs. Gilliland for a permission form and course assignment sheet. These will be due by Tuesday, November 19th.
SENIORS & JUNIORS: Baptist Bible College Recruiter will be here on Wednesday, December 4th at 2:50. Please sign the list on Mrs. Gilliland's bulletin board if you would like to meet with the rep.
SENIORS & JUNIORS: OZARKA COLLEGE - Arkansas will have representatives here on Monday, November 18th at 2:50. If you would like to meet with them, please sign the list on Mrs. Gilliland's bulletin board.
October was National Principal’s Month. National Principal’s Month is an opportunity to say “thank you” to principals everywhere in honor of their hard work and dedication. At Alton School, we are lucky to have Mrs. Langston, Mrs. Miller, and Dr. Steele. All three of you are wonderful Principals! Thank you for making Alton R-IV a better place 💙💛💙
Senior parents: Don’t forget, senior tribute pages are due November 29th. If you have any questions or need a new form, please contact Mrs. Clary.
Dual Enrollment forms for MSU-West Plains Spring semester are available from Mrs. Gilliland. Students who are interested in taking a dual enrollment course in the spring will need to return the forms to her by Tues., Nov. 19th. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Gilliland.
Thank you to Alton Methodist Church for the snacks! Also, the church provided three of my students with a warm coat this winter. We are lucky to live in a such a generous community!
The fifth grade classes had a combined 777 lessons at 80% or higher in Reading Plus. This is such a great accomplishment!
Open Library is cancelled Thursday, October 31, 2019. Have a safe and enjoyable Halloween!
Just a reminder that we will NOT have school tomorrow (Friday, November 1st). Have a safe and enjoyable weekend.
Get smart about your child's devices. #WakeUpWednesday
Veterans Day Assembly 1:00 pm Monday, November 11th
SENIOR ATHLETES: Heisman High School Scholarship opportunity is due tomorrow, Tuesday, October 29th! Check you "Assignment" section in your google classroom for more info and the link to apply.
Here is a statement from Lifetouch regarding the delay in picture delivery. If you are still missing pictures, please let Mrs. Clary know.
The trip for Kindergarten and First Grade to the Pumpkin Patch has been postponed until Monday, October 28th due to the weather. We will follow the same itinerary, but on a different day.
A few images from the start of the College and Career Fair today!
Thank you to our students for their excellent behavior during the college and career fair. Many of the representatives commented on how polite you were and how nice it was to have conversations with you. It's so awesome to hear that other people see the best in our kids! Thanks to Mrs. Granger-Bettis and the FCCLA students who helped with the hospitality baking, set-up, and service. And, thank you to my greeters who assisted in many ways before, during, and after the fair. You kids are awesome! And, thanks to the custodians for setting the FEMA up and breaking it all down. We have the greatest custodial staff ever!
College & Career Fair is today at 1:00 in the FEMA for grades 9-12! Military, Vocational, Career Schools, Financial Aid, 2 and 4 year colleges will have representatives here. Make sure you are registered at www.strivefair.com in order to attend!
Welding schools, military recruiters, career centers, colleges - both 2 and 4 year will be at the College and Career Fair on Thursday at Alton in the FEMA from 1:00 to 2:30 for 9th through 12th grade students. Make sure you registered at www.strivefair.com in order to attend!