Alto ISD

Congratulations to our AES Students of the Week: Sophia, Betsabe, Zoie, Stanton, Ezekiel, and Lydia! 🌟These outstanding students consistently demonstrate hard work, respect, and a commitment to doing their best. We are so proud of the example they set each day at Alto Elementary! 💛🖤

We would also like to recognize our AES Staff Member of the Week, Mrs. Stephanie Hammons! 🌟Mrs. Hammons teaches Kindergarten and consistently volunteers to lead extra efforts that enrich our school community. Her heart for students makes a difference!

🏆AMS Gold Standard Student🏆

Mrs. Delgado nominated Jace F. for a Gold Standard Award! She shared, “Jace has had such respectful, positive behavior in my class this week. He has been paying attention, staying on task, and working hard.”

We are proud of you, Jace! Keep up the great work and continue setting the standard at AMS! 👏

Thank you to everyone who helped make our Black History Program such a success! Students and community members contributed to a meaningful and memorable event. Guests enjoyed student-created exhibits, a fashion walk, a drumline performance, a poetry recitation, a meaningful skit, and several beautiful musical selections.

We are so proud of the hard work, talent, and collaboration that made this program so special!

At each monthly board meeting, we recognize one student from each campus for their hard work and respectful attitude.

This month, we were proud to honor Hazel, Lucas, and Jayce! 🎉 Their families joined us for this special recognition, and we couldn’t be more proud of these outstanding students. Keep up the great work!

This event is tomorrow, and we would love to see our community members in attendance!

Please remember to bring your photo ID for visitor screening purposes.

Alto ISD is committed to ensuring that all partnerships reflect the values and expectations of our district and community. At this time, we are pausing our relationship with Lifetouch and are consulting with legal counsel regarding our options for exiting the current contract.

Prior to the most recent information brought to our attention, we had already begun exploring the possibility of working with local photographers for future campus needs. Our goal has always been to partner with vendors who best serve our students, families, and community.

At this time, the only photos previously scheduled with Lifetouch are elementary class pictures on April 9. We will notify families well in advance of that date regarding who will be taking those photos.

We appreciate your patience and support as we work through this process thoughtfully and responsibly. If you have questions, please contact the administration office.

Last night, members of American Legion Post 293 attended the Board of Trustees meeting to present a certificate of appreciation for the Veterans Day Program we hosted in November.

Mrs. Dorsey proudly accepted the award on behalf of Alto ISD. We are grateful for the opportunity to honor those who have served our country. 🇺🇸

Our students have worked hard preparing for tomorrow’s Black History Program, and we can’t wait to see it all come together. Please join us at 1:30 tomorrow in the high school gym!

Don’t forget to bring your photo ID — all visitors are required to check in and wear a badge.

The softball game originally scheduled for Tuesday, February 24 has been moved to Monday, February 23 at 5:00 due to a scheduling conflict for Lovelady.

Let's go, Lady Jackets! 🥎💛

At last night’s board meeting, the Alto ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2026–2027 district calendar.

Please screenshot the image below for quick reference. A printable version is also available on our website here: https://www.alto.esc7.net/page/district-calendar

Alto High School was well represented at the Student Council Spring Conference at Central Heights ISD last week. Students participated in leadership activities, voted on action items, and collaborated with peers from other schools. We’re proud of the way they represented our district!

Mark your calendars! 📅

Open House will be held on all three campuses on March 3 from 4:30–6:00 PM. The Scholastic Book Fair will also be open during that time — so be sure to stop by and find your next great read! 📚✨

Three Yellowjackets were honored at last Friday night’s final home game of the basketball season — Caydin, Jarmarkez, and Kheenan! 🏀💛

We’re proud of their hard work and leadership this year! The Yellowjackets will wrap up their season tomorrow evening in Douglass at 6:00. Let’s finish strong! 💪

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The start time for this evening's baseball game in Frankston has been moved up to 6:00 p.m. Let's go, Jackets!

Mean Sting- Thank you for another WINNING week at Alto ISD!!☝️ I would like to share a few highlights of "Hard Work and Respect" from this week with you: 1. Alto Middle School 7th and 8th grade Boys sweep Mount Enterprise!! 7th finishes as 3rd place in district and 8th as the district runner up!!🏀 2. Enrollment stays close at 517 students. Attendance with a much improved 94.92% for the week. Alto Middle School at 100% on Wednesday!!📈✅ 3. Alto High School Boys and Girls beat New Summerfield on Tuesday!!🏆 4. Alto High School Softball starts the season with an impressive 3-1-1 record versus strong AAA & AAAA competition!! 🥎Alto Baseball with two strong scrimmage performances.⚾️ 5. Great week of academics with Alto Elementary 4th grade teachers, Mrs. Weatherford and Ms. McClendon receiving a Good News call from an appreciative parent.📚 6. Alto ISD students partnered with Rusk ISD and packaged 2,808 meals in support of Kids Against Hunger. 💛 It is always a great week to be a Jacket!!🐝 Derrick Conley Superintendent Alto ISD

Middle School students celebrated their perfect attendance yesterday with a well-earned reward this afternoon— an AttenDANCE! 💃🕺

Our AES Students of the Week are Ava, Everlee, Jayla, Dior, Marely, and Jurgen! 🌟 These outstanding students consistently demonstrate what it means to be trustworthy, hardworking, and responsible. They come to school ready to learn, give their best effort, and set a positive example for their classmates.

Our Staff Member of the Month is Ms. Val Pope! Ms. Val is the true definition of a team player. She steps up wherever she’s needed, does whatever is asked of her, and never complains. Her positive attitude makes a huge difference at Alto Elementary!

Our first graders put on their scientist hats as they made predictions about whether candy hearts would sink or float in different liquids! 🧪🍬 After testing their hypotheses, they carefully recorded their observations.

What a sweet and engaging way to introduce the scientific method!

Alto ISD once again partnered with Rusk ISD to support Kids Against Hunger, helping provide packaged meals for children in orphanages along the United States–Mexico border.

Alto ISD students packaged an amazing 2,808 meals all on their own! 🖤💛