Upcoming Events
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Thursday
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Elementary School-Meeting #1
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12:30 PM - 3:30 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Secondary School-Meeting #1
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Friday
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption Elementary School-Meeting #1
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June 6, 2023
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM School Board Meeting
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June 7, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption High School-Meeting #2
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June 8, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption High School-Meeting #2 (Continued)
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June 12, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Middle School-Meeting #2
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June 13, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Elementary-Meeting #2
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June 14, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption High School-Meeting #2
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June 15, 2023
8:00 AM Last Day for 220 Staff
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June 19, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption Middle School-Meeting #2
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June 20, 2023
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 2023-24 Social Studies Textbook Adoption Elementary School-Meeting #2
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM School Board Work Session (Time TBD)
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM School Board Meeting
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June 21, 2023
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM 2023-24 Math Textbook Adoption Elementary School-Meeting #3
Welcome to Alta Vista Elementary

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Dr. Mindy Long, Principal
Welcome to Alta Vista Elementary! We are a school community with a focus on academic excellence, character development, social emotional learning, and community involvement. We place a strong emphasis on superior quality instruction, value the richness of diversity, and hold high academic and behavioral expectations for all. To ensure success, we are dedicated to using research-based instructional practices and specialized curriculum designed to meet individual learning needs of students throughout each learning experience.
The support of our community, families, and supporting business partners are an integral part of our team which undoubtedly translates into increased levels of success for our students! I strongly encourage every family to get involved in a meaningful way in their child's educational experience. We welcome and need your involvement and support as we strive to help each child reach their fullest potential. Be sure to check out our Soar to Success Adult Education Center and Eagle’s Nest Volunteer Center to learn how you can achieve your personal education goals and volunteer at Alta Vista. Together we will ensure that Alta Vista Elementary continues to soar academically for the children within our school community. We can do great things together as we work as ONE for the SUCCESS of all.
We also encourage you to follow us on Facebook for regular school updates and glimpses of the top-notch teaching and learning taking place on our campus.
We are thrilled to spend this year with you and your children, and we look forward to an amazing year filled with exciting learning and life-long memories. If we can ever be of assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
I am excited to be a part of the Alta Vista family!
Dr. Mindy Long
Proud Principal
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Alta Vista Announcements
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Order your 22-23 Alta Vista Yearbook!
Order online by clicking the link above or by cash or money order in the school office. Yearbooks are $20. Limited quantities available, so order yours before they sell out!
District News & Announcements
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Free Food for Families
There are many free food resources for families and children throughout the summer in partnership with All Faiths Food Bank.
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District Announces Director of Transportation
Sarasota County, FL, May 17, 2023 – Sarasota County Schools is pleased to announce that Dr. Keith Little – currently an Assistant Principal at Riverview High School – has been selected to serve as the new Director of Transportation, effective July 1, 2023.
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Summer Aide Opportunities!
SCS employees have the opportunity to work in an aide capacity over the summer.