Hello ASA Families! 💛🐾

We would like to thank everyone who came out to support our TK and Kindergarten students at their winter performance. The students did a wonderful job, and we couldn’t be more proud!

As we look ahead to winter break (12/22–1/05), we hope you all enjoy a restful and joyful time with your loved ones. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back in the New Year!

Warmly,

Open Enrollment for new students ends soon—be sure your family and friends submit their applications before the deadline at asathrive.schoolmint.com

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Currently enrolled students do not need to reapply. Returning Student Registration is a separate process that will take place in the spring.

Help us spread the word! Encourage families you know to apply today and experience the difference of a STEAM-based education at ASA.

This week, our Wolves are learning about citizenship — what it means to contribute positively to our school, community, and digital spaces. Students are exploring how responsible actions, kindness, honesty, and respect help create safe and supportive environments where everyone can learn and thrive. We’re also highlighting digital citizenship, teaching students how to stay safe online, communicate respectfully, think critically about what they see, and make responsible choices when using technology. 🌍💻💛

When children understand their role as citizens—both in person and online—they build a sense of belonging, responsibility, and integrity that empowers them to make positive contributions to their world.

Here are a few reflection questions to spark meaningful dialogue at home:

Choose one small action your child can do this week to help the community at home or school—picking up trash, helping a sibling, writing a thank-you note, or showing kindness to a neighbor. Celebrate the impact these small acts can make.

Before using a device, practice a quick check-in:

This simple habit builds digital awareness and encourages thoughtful online choices.

Create a short, shared agreement about healthy technology use—screen time boundaries, safe websites, kindness online, and asking for help when something feels uncomfortable. Doing this together encourages communication and shared responsibility.

4. Cell Phone Responsibility Contract (Upper Grades or Any Student With a Phone) - Cell Phone Contract

Use the included Cell Phone Responsibility Contract to guide a family conversation about expectations, safety, and digital citizenship. This contract encourages students to practice responsibility, privacy awareness, respectful communication, and healthy boundaries when using their phone. Completing the contract together helps families align expectations and opens the door for ongoing communication around digital habits and safety.

Building strong citizenship skills—both in our communities and online—helps our Wolves become thoughtful, responsible, and compassionate leaders.🐺⭐💛

As the winter break approaches, we invite you to take a moment to slow down, recharge, and embrace the peace this season can bring. ✨💙

The holidays are often filled with joy and connection 🎁❤️, but they can also bring challenges — whether it’s missing a loved one, juggling holiday preparations, or managing the pressures of the season. While each of us celebrates in our own way, it’s important to acknowledge all feelings that may arise and remember it’s okay to ask for support when needed. 🤍💛

To help make this season a little brighter, we’ve gathered some resources for you to keep handy. If you or a loved one could benefit from extra support, we encourage you to use them whenever needed. ✨

~Please feel free to use this Family Holiday Toolkit to connect with your family and loved ones this holiday season. 

~Allegiance STEAM Academy has partnered with Care Solace to help support the well-being of our community. 💚 Whether you or a family member need support with mental health or substance use, Care Solace can connect you to care options that meet your needs — quickly, confidentially, and at no cost to you.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season 🌲✨ and a peaceful start to the new year. May all our kiddos return from winter break rested, recharged, and ready for what’s ahead in 2026! ✨💛❄️

Counseling Resources and Links

We are pleased to inform you that all enrolled students at Allegiance STEAM Academy are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at school at NO CHARGE for the 2025-2026 school year! No further action is required of you. Please check the website for the updated November Menu.

Click HERE for the to visit our Food Services post on Parentsquare.

If you have any questions or require a Vegetarian meal option for your Wolf please contact our

Meal Manager: Margarita Cosio at margarita.cosio@asathrive.org

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