We can’t wait to see those smiling faces back in our halls! 🏫✨
Join us for Back to School Open House! Monday Aug 17th, 4-6pm. Drop by to meet your teacher, explore your classroom, visit the pta booths, and more to kick off an amazing school year ahead.
(Kinder Open House will be the following Monday, Aug, 24th from 4-6pm)
📍 Details in the image! Tell your friends or new neighbors so they don't forget to mark their calendar. See you soon! 🍎
Join us for Back to School Open House! Monday Aug 17th, 4-6pm. Drop by to meet your teacher, explore your classroom, visit the pta booths, and more to kick off an amazing school year ahead.
(Kinder Open House will be the following Monday, Aug, 24th from 4-6pm)
📍 Details in the image! Tell your friends or new neighbors so they don't forget to mark their calendar. See you soon! 🍎
🦈💜 Welcome to the Shores!
We are SO excited to introduce the newest members of our Saratoga Shores family! 🎉
Please help us give a BIG Shark welcome to Mrs. Brady, Mrs. Peterson, Mrs. Lowe, Mrs. Bowerbank, Mrs. Katy Harper, Ms. Bosen, Miss Christensen, Miss Castillo, Miss Richards, and Mrs. Mergens!
They’re joining us across our classrooms, office, and student support team, and each one brings something special to the Shores. We feel so lucky to have them and can’t wait for our students and families to get to know them!
💜 Shark families — this is your chance to give them their first official Shores welcome! Drop a 🦈, 💜, or a welcome message in the comments for our newest Sharks!
Together We Are Shark Strong! 🦈💜
#SaratogaShores #TheShores #SharkStrong #WelcomeToTheShores #GreatDayToBeAShark #BackToSchool
We are SO excited to introduce the newest members of our Saratoga Shores family! 🎉
Please help us give a BIG Shark welcome to Mrs. Brady, Mrs. Peterson, Mrs. Lowe, Mrs. Bowerbank, Mrs. Katy Harper, Ms. Bosen, Miss Christensen, Miss Castillo, Miss Richards, and Mrs. Mergens!
They’re joining us across our classrooms, office, and student support team, and each one brings something special to the Shores. We feel so lucky to have them and can’t wait for our students and families to get to know them!
💜 Shark families — this is your chance to give them their first official Shores welcome! Drop a 🦈, 💜, or a welcome message in the comments for our newest Sharks!
Together We Are Shark Strong! 🦈💜
#SaratogaShores #TheShores #SharkStrong #WelcomeToTheShores #GreatDayToBeAShark #BackToSchool
Kindergarten Families,
Welcome to the start of a wonderful school year! We are SO excited to welcome your kiddos to Saratoga Shores Elementary and can't wait for all the learning, growth, and fun ahead.
To help us prepare for a successful start, we have two quick forms for you to complete prior to the beginning of the school year.
1. Kindergarten Entry Screener (KES) Sign-Up
Before school begins, all incoming kindergarteners participate in the Kindergarten Entry Screener (KES). This brief, one-on-one assessment gives our team valuable insights into your child's unique strengths so we can better plan for their growth and build balanced classrooms where every student thrives.
KES Testing Schedule:
Wednesday, August 19: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, August 20: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, August 21: 8:00 AM - 12:00PM
Please use the link below to select a 20-minute time slot. We have 4 teachers testing during each window, so 4 spots are available per time slot.
->Sign Up for KES Testing Here: https://form.everestwebdeals.co/?form=6205a8de999fbd9831cebd6964b159e7
2. Student "Get to Know You" Form
To save you time during Back to School Night, please take a few minutes to fill out our digital "Get to Know You" form ahead of time. This helps us learn more about your child's personality, needs, and interests!
->Complete the Get to Know You Form: https://forms.gle/mRRUadv29TJgKx3H8
(Please feel free to share these sign-up links with any local friends, facebook pages, or neighbors who have incoming kindergarteners! Or who may not have received it due to the Q (Skyward) rollover)
Important Upcoming Dates
Monday, August 24 | Back to School Night (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Bring your kindergartener to explore their new classroom, meet their teacher, and drop off supplies! You will be able to view your child's assigned teacher in Skyward prior to the event.
Tuesday, August 25 | First Day of Kindergarten 8:00 am
The big day is finally here! We can't wait to officially kick off the school year.
If you have any questions about KES testing or the upcoming school year, please don't hesitate to reach out to our main office. We are here to support you and your family every step of the way!
Warmly,
The Saratoga Shores Elementary Admin & Kindergarten Team
Welcome to the start of a wonderful school year! We are SO excited to welcome your kiddos to Saratoga Shores Elementary and can't wait for all the learning, growth, and fun ahead.
To help us prepare for a successful start, we have two quick forms for you to complete prior to the beginning of the school year.
1. Kindergarten Entry Screener (KES) Sign-Up
Before school begins, all incoming kindergarteners participate in the Kindergarten Entry Screener (KES). This brief, one-on-one assessment gives our team valuable insights into your child's unique strengths so we can better plan for their growth and build balanced classrooms where every student thrives.
KES Testing Schedule:
Wednesday, August 19: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, August 20: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday, August 21: 8:00 AM - 12:00PM
Please use the link below to select a 20-minute time slot. We have 4 teachers testing during each window, so 4 spots are available per time slot.
->Sign Up for KES Testing Here: https://form.everestwebdeals.co/?form=6205a8de999fbd9831cebd6964b159e7
2. Student "Get to Know You" Form
To save you time during Back to School Night, please take a few minutes to fill out our digital "Get to Know You" form ahead of time. This helps us learn more about your child's personality, needs, and interests!
->Complete the Get to Know You Form: https://forms.gle/mRRUadv29TJgKx3H8
(Please feel free to share these sign-up links with any local friends, facebook pages, or neighbors who have incoming kindergarteners! Or who may not have received it due to the Q (Skyward) rollover)
Important Upcoming Dates
Monday, August 24 | Back to School Night (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Bring your kindergartener to explore their new classroom, meet their teacher, and drop off supplies! You will be able to view your child's assigned teacher in Skyward prior to the event.
Tuesday, August 25 | First Day of Kindergarten 8:00 am
The big day is finally here! We can't wait to officially kick off the school year.
If you have any questions about KES testing or the upcoming school year, please don't hesitate to reach out to our main office. We are here to support you and your family every step of the way!
Warmly,
The Saratoga Shores Elementary Admin & Kindergarten Team
We are looking for a parent reps for our SCC. Apply above.
🦈 Saratoga Shores Families!
Free & Reduced Meal Applications are now open for the new school year! 🍎🥪
We encourage families who may qualify to complete an application. Applying online is quick, easy, and the fastest way to receive results.
💻 Apply online at LINQConnect.com
📱 Applications can be completed in multiple languages
📄 Paper applications are also available at the school
Please remember: You’ll be asked for the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number OR you can select the option indicating that you do not have an SSN. Not having an SSN does not prevent you from applying.
Questions or need help? Reach out to our school office—we’re happy to help! 💜
#SaratogaShores #SharkStrong #SchoolMeals #FreeAndReducedMeals #AlpineSchoolDistrict
Free & Reduced Meal Applications are now open for the new school year! 🍎🥪
We encourage families who may qualify to complete an application. Applying online is quick, easy, and the fastest way to receive results.
💻 Apply online at LINQConnect.com
📱 Applications can be completed in multiple languages
📄 Paper applications are also available at the school
Please remember: You’ll be asked for the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number OR you can select the option indicating that you do not have an SSN. Not having an SSN does not prevent you from applying.
Questions or need help? Reach out to our school office—we’re happy to help! 💜
#SaratogaShores #SharkStrong #SchoolMeals #FreeAndReducedMeals #AlpineSchoolDistrict
🚨 IMPORTANT BACK-TO-SCHOOL SKYWARD UPDATE! 🚨
UPDATED: Class Placements go live on WED, August 12th in Skyward Q (our new upgraded Skyward system)! 🎒✨
⚠️ Before you can view class placement or before your student can access their school accounts or any district technology (Chromebooks, etc), parents MUST complete the Student Annual Information Update!
Here is what you need to know:
🗓️ Q is now Live: The update became active on July 27th.
💻 Computer Required: Please log into Skyward Q using a parent account preferably on a desktop/laptop. (Mobile devices work, just more difficult).
🔐 Account Access: All student accounts are currently disabled until this process (including the Acceptable Use Policy) is completed. Completing it early ensures your student will have access to Chromebooks, Google Drive, and school accounts on the first day! (Note: Reactivation takes about an hour after submitting).
🔗 Log in now at: skyq.alpinedistrict.org/StudentSTS
Pop on and complete it today so your student is ready for day one! 🎉
Important Information for Parents and Guardians
Q goes live TODAY (Replacing Skyward). Please refer to the Q website for important links, tutorials, and information about the transition. This website has been updated with new helpful information.
As part of the transition to Skyward Qmlativ (Q), there are two important actions that all parents and guardians will need to complete beginning July 27.
Complete the Annual Student Information Update
Beginning July 27, log in to Skyward Q (Qmlativ) and complete the Annual Student Information Update for each of your students. This action will reactivate their accounts. Please also ensure that emergency contact information is up-to-date.
As part of this process, a parent or guardian must review and approve the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) to allow student access to technology resources. Student accounts, including Chromebook access, will remain inactive until the Annual Student Information Update has been completed and the AUP has been approved.
Update the Skyward Mobile App
If you currently use the Skyward mobile app, you will need to uninstall and reinstall the app on or after July 27. Reinstalling the app will connect it to the new Skyward Q system.
Pop by and say hi!
Planning to visit the school or call us over the break? Here is a quick look at our summer schedule here at The Shores:
When: Mondays only
Hours: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Have a safe and wonderful summer, everyone!
When: Mondays only
Hours: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Have a safe and wonderful summer, everyone!
KSL featured our 5th grade Sea to Shining Sea program! Watch it here on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pvyrM9wXQzk&t=114s 🇺🇸🦈🎉
🇺🇸 Tonight’s the night! Join us for From Sea to Shining Sea as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at Saratoga Shores Elementary!
🎆 Food trucks at 6:30 PM
🎤 Program begins at 7:30 PM
🪑 Bring your own camping chair
👕 Dress patriotically!
We can’t wait to celebrate with our Shores families and community tonight! 🇺🇸
Tomorrow is Dress Like Your Teacher Day for Teacher Appreciation Week! Wear something that reminds you of your teacher 😊 Thank you for all of your kind gestures and words for our teachers this week! They have really felt the love and support of this fantastic community! 🫶
Also, Renaissance Faire tomorrow, tickets will be sold before school for just $0.25 — proceeds benefit TrueAfrica!
May the 4th be with our teachers! ⭐ Help us celebrate them this week during teacher appreciation week: May 4–8. Sign ups still available for lunches or baskets if you'd like to help or contribute: bit.ly/ShoresTAW We appreciate you!
🎨🎶 Art & Music Showcase at Saratoga Shores Elementary! 🎶🎨
Join us for an evening celebrating the incredible talents of our students!
🗓 Thursday, March 26
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Saratoga Shores Elementary
✨ Music Performances with Mrs. Dekker
• Grades K–3: 5:30–6:00 PM
• Grades 4–6: 6:15–6:45 PM
🖌 Art Displays with Mrs. Wardwell
Student artwork will be showcased outside classrooms throughout the evening!
This is a come-and-go event, so stop by anytime between 5–7 PM to enjoy the art and cheer on our performers. Bring your family and invite your friends — we can’t wait to celebrate our students with you!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more details.
#ItsAGreatDayToBeAShark
Join us for an evening celebrating the incredible talents of our students!
🗓 Thursday, March 26
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Saratoga Shores Elementary
✨ Music Performances with Mrs. Dekker
• Grades K–3: 5:30–6:00 PM
• Grades 4–6: 6:15–6:45 PM
🖌 Art Displays with Mrs. Wardwell
Student artwork will be showcased outside classrooms throughout the evening!
This is a come-and-go event, so stop by anytime between 5–7 PM to enjoy the art and cheer on our performers. Bring your family and invite your friends — we can’t wait to celebrate our students with you!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more details.
#ItsAGreatDayToBeAShark
The PTA has some fun activities planned this week for Safety Week.
📢 The Alpine School District is conducting a Boundary Study for the Lehi & Saratoga Springs area that could impact attendance boundaries beginning Fall 2026. 
📺 Watch the informational video and 📍 view proposed maps by visiting the Boundary Changes: Lehi/Saratoga Springs page on the Alpine School District site: https://www.alpineschools.org/o/asd/page/boundary-changes-lehi-ss
🗣️ We Want Your Input!
Join us in person or provide feedback online:
• Open House: Wed, Feb 11 | 6–7 PM @ Springside Elementary
• Public Meetings:
– Feb 10 | Board Mtg — 6:00 PM
– Feb 24 | Public Hearing — 6:00 PM
– Mar 10 | Board Mtg — Anticipated Final Decision
Thanks again. Your voice matters as we plan for our growing community! 🙌
📺 Watch the informational video and 📍 view proposed maps by visiting the Boundary Changes: Lehi/Saratoga Springs page on the Alpine School District site: https://www.alpineschools.org/o/asd/page/boundary-changes-lehi-ss
🗣️ We Want Your Input!
Join us in person or provide feedback online:
• Open House: Wed, Feb 11 | 6–7 PM @ Springside Elementary
• Public Meetings:
– Feb 10 | Board Mtg — 6:00 PM
– Feb 24 | Public Hearing — 6:00 PM
– Mar 10 | Board Mtg — Anticipated Final Decision
Thanks again. Your voice matters as we plan for our growing community! 🙌
This week Hope Squad is hosting a food drive in conjunction with Kindness week. Bins are placed in the front of the school. Non perishable items only :) Monday - Friday they will be collecting donations. If you have any extra items feel free to send it with your kiddos.
We are excited to have you all back for our upcoming conferences this week. Format of these conference will look different depending on the Grade levels and Classes. Examples will include traditional conferences, student work showcases, student lead conference, open house style, schedule if needed, and more. Check communication from your childs teacher about what to expect. Reach out to your childs teacher of the office if you have any questions.
*Note: There are a couple classes that have opted to do conference this wednesday instead due to scheduling conflicts :)
*Note: There are a couple classes that have opted to do conference this wednesday instead due to scheduling conflicts :)
Dear Saratoga Shores Families,
Just a reminder about our upcoming opportunity for our students that focuses on character, confidence, and leadership!
Lawrence Championship Martial Arts is hosting a 4-Day Character Education Course, held right here at our school after school.
This program is designed to help students build:
Confidence and self-discipline
Respect and focus
Goal-setting and perseverance
Program Details Dates:
Friday, January 23
Monday, January 26
Friday, January 30
Monday, February 2
Time: 2:30–3:00 PM
Location: Saratoga Shores Elementary
Students who participate will also be invited to a Graduation Celebration:
Thursday, February 6 at 7:00 PM
South Summit SCMMA
1298 N Redwood Rd, Saratoga Springs, UT 84045
As an added bonus, 100% of the proceeds from this program will be donated back to Saratoga Shores Elementary.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, January 22
Space is limited, so we encourage families to register soon using the QR code on the attached flyer or by clicking here: https://sparkpages.io/cart/2/?i=_cV5b&c=&ocu=
Please reach out if you have any questions!
Christmas Sing, Wed. Dec 17th. 2 sessions available. - 8:30 & 1:15
