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Mission Statement:

At Altamont Creek Elementary, we foster respect, responsibility, and resilience, encouraging a growth mindset that helps students reach their full potential. As a diverse community, we celebrate our unique backgrounds and experiences, working together to ensure success for all — no matter how big or small.

Vision Statement:

Our vision is to inspire a love of learning while fostering respect, perseverance, and responsibility. We create a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every child is valued. By embracing diversity and collaboration, we empower students to grow into compassionate and capable individuals.

Points of Pride:

  • CA Kindness Certified School (2017-2026)
  • California Green Ribbon School Achiever (Gold 2019, 2020) (Silver 2018)
  • CA Gold Ribbon School (2015)
  • CA Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Coalition School (Gold 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) (Silver 2020, 2021)
  • Outdoor Learning Lab: Our Garden is a Certified Wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation.  We are also certified by the Bay Friendly Landscaping and Gardening Coalition.  Our garden is organic and helps students learn about nutrition and food systems.  Our garden features a bird viewing area, a compost area, and an area for students to write, read, sketch, and measure.
  • Positive Behavior Intervention & Support (PBIS): is a process that focuses on improving our school's ability to teach and support positive behavior for all students.
  • Kid Connection, Lunch Bunch & Social Thinking:  We have 3 programs that provide students the opportunity to learn and practice positive social skills.
  • Commitment to Fine & Performing Arts: 
  • Running Club:  Over 200 students participate 2X week before school.
  • Student Valet:  4th and 5th graders are trained to help with morning drop off. 
  • Peacekeepers:  3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are trained in conflict resolution to support students at recess.
  • Before and After School Programs: Right at School & ESS. 
  • Family School Partnership: We believe a strong parent-staff partnership is critical to our success. We have a very active volunteer base and our Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is incredible! We host several family events each year, such as: Wildcat Walkthrough, Trunk or Treat, Winter Wonderland, Bingo Night, Family Science Night, Movie Nights, Intervention, Student Council, Field Trips, Clubs, Science Odyssey, and MORE!

Some highlights we’re looking forward to:

Wildcat Walkthrough, Coffee with the Principal, the play, Book Fair, Wildcat Idol, Trunk or Treat, FundRun, Family Science Night, Halloween Parade, spirit days, Book Club, Spelling Bee, Bingo Night, Read a thon, and Hoe Down!