It’s almost time for our annual Scholastic Book Fair! 📚✨
Families can shop online, preview books, and set up an eWallet at:
👉 https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/altomiddleschool
We highly encourage setting up an eWallet so students don’t have to bring cash!
📅 Schedule:
• March 2 – Pre-K–6th Preview
• March 3 – 7th & 8th Preview | Shopping 2:00–6:30 PM | Open House 4:30–6:00 PM
• March 5–6 – Shopping 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
We can’t wait to see our students and families there! 💛📖
Families can shop online, preview books, and set up an eWallet at:
👉 https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/altomiddleschool
We highly encourage setting up an eWallet so students don’t have to bring cash!
📅 Schedule:
• March 2 – Pre-K–6th Preview
• March 3 – 7th & 8th Preview | Shopping 2:00–6:30 PM | Open House 4:30–6:00 PM
• March 5–6 – Shopping 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
We can’t wait to see our students and families there! 💛📖

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



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
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! 📚✨
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! 📚✨

Mrs. Carpenter and two students braved the cold last week to show their Beefmaster heifers at the Fort Worth Stock Show! After returning briefly to Alto, Mrs. Carpenter and Mr. Davis then traveled back to Fort Worth with the largest group of rabbit exhibitors to date—15 students showing 24 rabbits. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication! 🐄🐇❄️
Cattle Results – Beefmaster Heifers
Angelina – 4th in Class
Makenzie – 10th in Class
Rabbit Results
Polish
Elizabeth – 3rd Place Black Jr. Doe
Ayralea – 1st Place Lilac Jr. Doe
Betsy – 3rd Place Lilac Sr. Doe
Caleb – 1st Place Lilac Sr. Buck
Jaycee – 2nd Place Chocolate Jr. Doe
Margie – 3rd Place Chocolate Jr. Doe
Brylee – 4th Place Broken Jr. Doe
New Zealand
Makenzie – 7th Place Black Sr. Doe
Brylee – 4th Place Black Jr. Doe
-1st Place & Best of Opposite Variety, Broken Jr. Doe
-1st Place Red Jr. Buck
-2nd Place White Jr. Doe
Silvers
Angelina – 1st Place & Best of Opposite Variety, Fawn Sr. Doe
Beveren
Brylee – 1st Place & Best of Breed, White Intermediate Buck
Jazlyn – 2nd Place White Intermediate Buck
Lex – 3rd Place White Intermediate Buck
Feleena – 1st Place White Jr. Buck
Lilacs
Michelle – 1st Place Standard Jr. Buck
Kaleb – Standard Jr. Buck
Jakiya – Standard Jr. Doe
Mini Rex
Makenzie – Black Sr. Doe
Britannia Petite
Brylee – 1st Place Otter Jr. Buck
– 4th Place REW Sr. Buck
– Jr. Otter Doe
👏 Congratulations to all of our students and sponsors for representing Alto with excellence at the Fort Worth Stock Show!
Cattle Results – Beefmaster Heifers
Angelina – 4th in Class
Makenzie – 10th in Class
Rabbit Results
Polish
Elizabeth – 3rd Place Black Jr. Doe
Ayralea – 1st Place Lilac Jr. Doe
Betsy – 3rd Place Lilac Sr. Doe
Caleb – 1st Place Lilac Sr. Buck
Jaycee – 2nd Place Chocolate Jr. Doe
Margie – 3rd Place Chocolate Jr. Doe
Brylee – 4th Place Broken Jr. Doe
New Zealand
Makenzie – 7th Place Black Sr. Doe
Brylee – 4th Place Black Jr. Doe
-1st Place & Best of Opposite Variety, Broken Jr. Doe
-1st Place Red Jr. Buck
-2nd Place White Jr. Doe
Silvers
Angelina – 1st Place & Best of Opposite Variety, Fawn Sr. Doe
Beveren
Brylee – 1st Place & Best of Breed, White Intermediate Buck
Jazlyn – 2nd Place White Intermediate Buck
Lex – 3rd Place White Intermediate Buck
Feleena – 1st Place White Jr. Buck
Lilacs
Michelle – 1st Place Standard Jr. Buck
Kaleb – Standard Jr. Buck
Jakiya – Standard Jr. Doe
Mini Rex
Makenzie – Black Sr. Doe
Britannia Petite
Brylee – 1st Place Otter Jr. Buck
– 4th Place REW Sr. Buck
– Jr. Otter Doe
👏 Congratulations to all of our students and sponsors for representing Alto with excellence at the Fort Worth Stock Show!






Congratulations to Juan, Jenna, and Jaycee for achieving success on the TSI test! We are proud of the hard work these students have shown as they take important steps toward their future goals.
Congratulations to our AHS Students of the Month — Ne’Vaeh, Angelina, Margie, and Alli! 🎉🐝
We are so proud of these students for their hard work and commitment to excellence. Keep up the great work—you represent the best of AHS!
We also want to congratulate Mrs. Cates, our AHS Teacher of the Month for December. She was nominated by a colleague who shared: "Mrs. Cates is one of the most deserving teachers to receive this reward. I am sure it can be overlooked but everything we do is based on communication and understanding the English language. Every test we take, every professional email we send, every report we fill out is all thanks to an English teacher. She is wise, and she is always helpful." Thank you, Mrs. Cates, for supporting our students and helping them build skills that matter.
We are so proud of these students for their hard work and commitment to excellence. Keep up the great work—you represent the best of AHS!
We also want to congratulate Mrs. Cates, our AHS Teacher of the Month for December. She was nominated by a colleague who shared: "Mrs. Cates is one of the most deserving teachers to receive this reward. I am sure it can be overlooked but everything we do is based on communication and understanding the English language. Every test we take, every professional email we send, every report we fill out is all thanks to an English teacher. She is wise, and she is always helpful." Thank you, Mrs. Cates, for supporting our students and helping them build skills that matter.





Basketball update: There will be no JV basketball game tomorrow, January 9th in Overton. Varsity Girls will play at 5:00 with Varsity Boys to follow.

HS Softball Parent Meeting
There will be a mandatory parent meeting for all high school softball athletes and their parents on
🗓 Thursday, January 8
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Cafeteria
Important information for the upcoming season will be shared.
There will be a mandatory parent meeting for all high school softball athletes and their parents on
🗓 Thursday, January 8
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Cafeteria
Important information for the upcoming season will be shared.

A big shout-out to Justin, Feleena, Stevee, and Makenzie for achieving success on the TSI test! These students have big goals for their future, and they’re already putting in the work to reach them.

We’re excited to celebrate our November Students of the Month: Janet, Anabel, Jocelyn, and Jaelyn! These students demonstrate dedication, positive attitudes, and a strong work ethic. We’re proud of their achievements and thankful for the leadership and enthusiasm they bring to AHS each day. Congratulations to all! 💛👏
We're also proud to recognize Mr. Massey, AHS Teacher of the Month for November! Mr. Massey teaches with passion and purpose, and his dedication shows every day in his classroom. His colleagues share that he continually works to ensure students stay engaged and on track so they can be successful.
We're also proud to recognize Mr. Massey, AHS Teacher of the Month for November! Mr. Massey teaches with passion and purpose, and his dedication shows every day in his classroom. His colleagues share that he continually works to ensure students stay engaged and on track so they can be successful.





We’re proud to recognize the members of the Alto Lady Jacket Volleyball team who earned All-District honors this season!
🏅 Co-Blocker of the Year: Tierani M.
🏐 First Team All-District: Brianna L.
🏐 Second Team All-District: Stevee D., Makenzie L.
🏐 Honorable Mention: Jocelyn R., Alaiah H.
Congratulations, Lady Jackets—you’ve made us proud! 💛🖤
🏅 Co-Blocker of the Year: Tierani M.
🏐 First Team All-District: Brianna L.
🏐 Second Team All-District: Stevee D., Makenzie L.
🏐 Honorable Mention: Jocelyn R., Alaiah H.
Congratulations, Lady Jackets—you’ve made us proud! 💛🖤






This morning, Alto ISD came together for a heartfelt Veterans Day program filled with inspiring speeches, beautiful songs, and deep gratitude for those who have served our country. Thank you to all who helped make this special day of honor and remembrance possible — and most of all, thank you to our heroes.






Congratulations to our students who recently achieved success on the TSIA test!
Thanks to Mrs. Newbury, who offers this opportunity once a month on Intervention Fridays. AHS scholars continue to make progress toward their college and career goals. We're proud of Kheenan, Jenna, Jocelyn, Stevee, Justin, Cheyenne, Juan, Jazlyn, Jareny, Haley, and Maite on their accomplishments! 💛🖤
Thanks to Mrs. Newbury, who offers this opportunity once a month on Intervention Fridays. AHS scholars continue to make progress toward their college and career goals. We're proud of Kheenan, Jenna, Jocelyn, Stevee, Justin, Cheyenne, Juan, Jazlyn, Jareny, Haley, and Maite on their accomplishments! 💛🖤

We're proud to recognize Mrs. Crystal Dickens as our Teacher of the Month for October! Her colleagues shared that Mrs. Dickens "goes that extra mile for her students" and "takes lots of time to set up fun activities for her classes and makes herself available each day after school for tutorials."
We also celebrate our Students of the Month: Lex, Chris, Jocelyn, and Raechon! 💛🖤 These students consistently show dedication, responsibility, and a positive attitude—thank you for setting a great example for your peers!





