A Message from the Principal, Dr. Butts 

October 1, 2026

Dear Bluebird Families,

It is hard to believe we are already entering the month of October and nearing the end of the first quarter! We are so proud of the learning, growth, leadership, and positive choices our Bluebirds continue to demonstrate each day.

As we move through October, our teachers will continue working closely with students to strengthen skills, celebrate progress, and provide support based on individual learning needs. The first quarter ends on Friday, October 16, and first-quarter progress reports will go home on Friday, October 23. We encourage families to review these reports with their child, celebrate areas of growth, and discuss goals for the next quarter.

October will also bring many opportunities for our Bluebird families to connect with our school community. From our Fall Book Fair and Fall Festival to Sharpen the Saw Day and Monster Mash, we are looking forward to a fun and exciting month together!

Please mark your calendars for these important dates:

• October 5–9 – Fall Break — No School
• October 12–16 – Fall Book Fair
• October 13 – PTO Meeting, 4:00 PM in the Library
• October 16 – End of the First Quarter
• October 16 – Fall Book Fair Open During Fall Festival
• October 16 – Fall Festival, 5:00–8:00 PM
• October 23 – Sharpen the Saw Day
• October 23 – First-Quarter Progress Reports Go Home
• October 23 – Hat Day — Bring $1 to wear a hat and support the fifth-grade Washington, D.C. trip
• October 27 – Monster Mash, 5:00–7:00 PM
• October 30 – Halloween Parties, 2:15–3:15 PM

We also want families to save the date for Parent Engagement Day on Monday, November 2. We would like to invite every family to meet with their child’s teacher on this day. This will be an important opportunity to discuss your child’s academic progress, strengths, areas for continued growth, and goals moving forward. More information regarding meeting times and scheduling will be shared soon.

As always, thank you for your continued partnership, support, and commitment to our Bluebirds. Together, we will continue creating meaningful opportunities for every child to learn, lead, grow, and succeed.

We are looking forward to another wonderful month as we continue to Level Up for Learning, Leadership, & Success!

Great Things Today...Greater Things Tomorrow!

Respectfully,
Dr. Pauletha Butts
Principal, Alvaton Elementary