11055 S. 1000 East, Sandy, Utah 84094
801-826-5600

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November 10 – 14, 2025 Weekly Newsletter

Hello Alta High Community!

 **Alta Hawk Stash**As the holiday season approaches, we want to remind Alta families of The Alta Hawk Stash that can be utilized, if needed. The Hawk Stash is stocked with canned and non-perishable food items, as well as a few clothing and school items for those seeking assistance to fulfill household needs. Access to The Stash can be arranged by contacting a counselor or administrator at the school.


Please see below for important announcements and dates to note.

✔School Wide Fundraiser – Shoe Donation for Copperview Elementary
For the holiday season, we are gifting EVERY student at Copperview Elementary with a new pair of athletic shoes.   If you can, please donate a new pair of elementary age athletic shoes to the Alta High main office.  If you are unable to provide a physical donation, please consider a monetary donation: https://square.link/u/e935Rj7O
 
✔Teacher and Staff Recognition Link!
Did a teacher or staff member do something amazing? Do you want to make sure they know how much they are appreciated? If so, please fill out our Faculty & Staff Recognition form by clicking here: Faculty & Staff Recognition Form.

✔AP Exams
Attention Parents of AP Students!  It is time to register and pay for your student’s AP exams.  AP exam fees are not included in student skyward accounts.  Please consult the attached letter, see the letters that were mailed home, or look up exam ordering instructions on Alta’s test website for instructions on how to register and pay for AP exams.  This process must be completed by the fall ordering deadline of Wednesday, November 12th.
 
✔11th Grade PCCR
Parents of 
11th Graders! You are invited to attend your student’s individual Plan for College and Career Readiness Meeting (PCCR). If you did not receive a postcard invitation in the mail, please call the Counseling Center at 801-826-5620 to find out the day and time of your student’s meeting

✔CTEC Virtual Open House

Sophomores and Juniors! If you are interested in joining a CTEC Program in the next year or have questions about CTEC, join our CTEC Virtual Tour on Tuesday, November 18th at 9AM in the Library! Have your questions answered, learn about the programs offered, and find out how to register all in one place! Follow this link or scan the QR code on the poster to register!
https://forms.gle/biGdBHaM19EW4Q3UA

✔Digital Citizenship Podcast Resource
Phones and sleep don’t mix! Use your next drive to talk with your teen about healthy sleep habits and setting phone-free boundaries. Listen to a Common Sense Carpool Conversation together and see where the conversation goes. https://tinyurl.com/carpool9-12
Upcoming Events for November 10 – November 15

Monday, November 10
Basketball Tryouts & Wrestling Practice Begin (Boys & Girls)

Tuesday, November 11
Veteran’s Day Assembly (Gym), 9am

Wednesday, November 12

Thursday, November 13

Friday,  November 14
Swimming vs Viewmont, 3:30pm

Saturday,  November 15
Red Rodeo Dance (Commons), 7pm
Upcoming Events for November 17 – November 22

Monday, November 17

Tuesday, November 18

Wednesday, November 19
Boys Basketball @ West Jordan (VAR 7pm, JV 5:15, SO 3:30)
Hadestown: Teen Edition Musical, 7pm
Thursday, November 20

Swimming @ Skyline, 3:30pm
Boys Basketball FR @ Cedar Valley, 5:15
Girls Basketball vs Mountain Ridge (V 7:00, JV 5:15, SO 3:30)
Hadestown: Teen Edition Musical, 7pm

Friday,  November 21
Speech & Debate @ Salem Hills HS
Cheer Showcase (GYM), 7pmHadestown: Teen Edition Musical, 7pm

Saturday,  November 22Speech & Debate @ Salem Hills HSHadestown: Teen Edition Musical, 7pm

Make it a great week!
-Alta High Administrative Team