Last week was short, but it was filled with BIG moments for our wolves!
A HUGE shout out to our incredible PACK for organizing two fantastic experiences for our students and families.
On Friday morning, students enjoyed an exciting and interactive BMX show that shared powerful messages through the Four Habits of Achievement: • Healthy Lifestyle • Follow Your Dreams • Knowledge is Power • Always Be Kind
That evening, families gathered for Fontana’s first ever Someone Special Glow Party! This amazing event — led by PACK and supported by our dedicated parent volunteers — was beautifully decorated, thoughtfully organized, and full of joy, laughter, and connection. It created memories that will be cherished for years to come… and may very well mark the beginning of a wonderful ASA tradition.
To PACK, our parent volunteers, and all who joined in — Count Me In when it comes to celebrating the strength of our community. Your partnership and commitment to our wolves truly make a difference. Thank you for showing up and shining bright for our students! 🐾
Looking ahead, this upcoming week is one of the highlights of the year as our wolves take ownership of their learning through Student-Led Celebrations. This special ASA tradition reflects our Count Me In spirit — students stepping forward with confidence and pride to share their growth and accomplishments. Our teachers and students have worked hard preparing for this meaningful experience, and we are excited for you to be part of it.
Please remember to sign up for a time slot with each of your child’s classroom teachers. We also encourage you to visit enrichment classes — no sign-up required! Enrichment Visit Times: Wednesday: 1:30–3:45 PM Thursday: 1:30–5:00 PM
Please note that Student-Led Celebrations are not intended to serve as individual conferences. If you would like to schedule additional time to meet with your child’s teacher, please contact them directly to arrange another time.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus this week and celebrating learning together — because at ASA, every voice matters and every wolf can say… Count Me In! 🐺✨
Your Proud Principal, -Mrs Valenta
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There will be NO Boys & Girls Club and NO TK Afterschool Care on Wednesday & Thursday, February 18–19 due to student-led celebrations.
⏰ These are MINIMUM DAYS — please plan accordingly.
📣 If you have not yet scheduled your student-led celebration, please reach out to your student’s teacher as soon as possible.
Minimum Day Schedule TK AM: 8:00 AM – 11:25 AM K–8th Grade: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM TK PM: 8:55 AM – 12:40 PM
Thank you for your support!💚 |
Consistent attendance builds responsibility, character and readiness for the future. From February 17 through March 6, 2026, all Allegiance STEAM Academy students (TK–8) have the opportunity to be entered into a special drawing — simply by demonstrating consistency and commitment.
Students who meet this expectation will be entered into a drawing for a Family Fun Night at an Ontario Reign hockey game in a private suite with food included. Thanks to the generous support of BCM Group, Inc. Construction Management, two families from our Chino campus and two families from our Fontana campus will win.
- Students will 100% attendance from February 16 through March 6, 2026 will be entered into a random drawing
- Each winning family may bring up to four family members.
- Fontana Winners will attend Wednesday, March 11
To qualify, students must have: • Zero absences (No excused or unexcused) • Zero tardies • Zero early pickups Short-term Independent Study may be utilized for unavoidable absences. Contact the attendance office to learn more.
At ASA, attendance is more than a requirement — it is preparation for college, career and life readiness. Let's work together to help students understand that consistency matters.
Let’s show up — together. |
At Allegiance STEAM Academy, Student-Led Celebrations (SLCs) give students the opportunity to take ownership of their learning. During SLCs, students guide their families through their work, reflect on their growth, and share their goals.
Unlike traditional Parent-Teacher Conferences, students lead the conversation. Families are encouraged to listen, ask supportive questions, and celebrate progress, while teachers serve as facilitators and supporters.
Please note that SLCs are not intended for discussing concerns or holding individual conferences. If you would like to address specific questions or concerns, families may request a separate Parent-Teacher Conference by contacting their student’s teacher at any time.
Family Engagement Opportunities at ASA - Triad Conferences – Beginning of the school year
- Student-Led Celebrations – Middle of the school year
- STEAM Live! – End of the school year
📌 Please review the graphic above for a helpful comparison between Student-Led Celebrations and Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Thank you for partnering with us to celebrate student learning and growth. We look forward to welcoming you! |
We know many of our Fontana families have been asking about the installation of the play structure and shade structure. Per our Facilities Use Agreement with the Fontana Unified School District, these projects are the responsibility of the district.
The latest update from FUSD indicates that the plans are still with civil engineers and must reach 80% completion before being submitted to the Division of the State Architect (DSA) for approval. The district is awaiting confirmation from their architect on next steps.
We will continue to share updates as soon as we receive them. Thank you for your patience as we work with FUSD to ensure these much-anticipated improvements move forward for our Wolves. |
🚫 February 16 – Presidents’ Day (No School) 🎉 February 18–19 – Student-Led Celebrations (Minimum Days) 🚫 February 18–19 – No Boys & Girls Club / No TK Afterschool Care 🧧 February 27 – Chinese New Year Celebration 📸 March 5 – 8th Grade Panoramic Picture 🐺 March 5 – PACK Meeting (Zoom) @ 5:30 PM 📘 March 9 – Regular Meeting of the Board @ 5:30 PM (Chino Campus) 🎪 March 13 – Howl Fest @ 4:00–7:00 PM ➗ March 18 – Family Math Night @ 5:00 PM (The Den) 📸 March 26 – Spring Portraits 🎓 March 26 – 8th Grade Promotion Pictures 🌸 March 30 – April 6 – Spring Break (No School) |
We’re excited to share that our 8th Grade Panorama Photo will be taken on March 5! This special photo captures the entire class together and makes a great keepsake to remember their middle school years. Families will have the opportunity to purchase a copy of the panoramic photo. More details and a purchase link will be shared soon. If you’re interested, keep an eye out for upcoming information! 😊
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🗓 March 13, 2026 🌎 Theme: One PACK, Many Cultures Come celebrate the many cultural backgrounds of our PACK and the world through art, food, and fun! 🎨🍴✨
🎪 What to Expect: - 🌮 Multiple food vendors
- 🏃♂️ Obstacle course & 🪓 axe-throwing inflatables
- 🎮 Game truck
- 🎨 Art stations
- 🎭 Face painting
- 🛍 Retail vendors …and more!
🎟 Admission: FREE! 🎫 Wristbands: $15 Includes face painting + unlimited access to inflatables and the game truck
🤝 Vendors & Volunteers Wanted! We’re still booking—interested? Email fontanapack@asathrive.org for more details.
✨ Bring the whole family and celebrate One PACK, Many Cultures! |
STEAM Classroom Materials Request 🧪📦 Mrs. Arnett is requesting empty cereal boxes for upcoming classroom projects. Thank you to the families who generously donated supplies back in December, your support was greatly appreciated! |
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Get ready to bring the spirit, the sportsmanship, and the school pride—our annual Crosstown Showdown is almost here! Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 28, 2026, as we join the ASA Chino Campus for a morning filled with friendly competition, teamwork, and community fun.
This special event brings Chino and Fontana together as we cheer each other on and celebrate everything that makes our ASA Wolfpack strong. Whether your student loves to run, spike, score, or cheer from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone!
Event Schedule – Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 8:30 AM – Check-In
Welcome, warm-up, and get ready for the showdown! 9:00–9:30 AM – Wolfpack Fun Run
A friendly, spirited run to kick off the morning! 9:30–10:30 AM – Volleyball 9:30–10:30 AM – Soccer
More details, sign-ups, and volunteer opportunities coming soon!
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This Week’s Social Emotional Learning(SEL) Skill: Coping Strategies 🌟
Coping strategies are tools and actions we can use to help ourselves when we feel upset, stressed, worried, or overwhelmed. They help calm our body, clear our mind, and handle tough feelings in healthy ways. Learning and practicing coping strategies helps us feel more in control and ready to handle challenges when they come. 🌿💚
💬 Character Skill Reflections: - Name 3 coping skills you can use. When is a good time to use one of these coping strategies?
- When something felt hard or stressful, what helped you calm your body?
- What coping skill do you want to try next time you need to?
If you have any questions or would like counseling support for your child, you can reach Mr. Thornhill at (909) 258-9937 or via email at aodhan.thornhill@asathrive.org
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Coping strategies are tools and actions we can use to help students when feeling upset, stressed, worried, or overwhelmed.
Here are some simple coping strategies families can practice at home (TK–8th Grade):
1️⃣ Deep Breathing Slow breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth help calm our body and brain.
2️⃣ Take a Break Step away, sit quietly, or get a drink of water to reset.
3️⃣ Talk It Out Share feelings with a trusted adult, sibling, or friend.
4️⃣ Move Your Body Stretch, walk, dance, or do jumping jacks to release stress.
5️⃣ Use Your Senses Hold a favorite object, listen to calming music, or notice things you can see, hear, or feel.
Practicing calming tools at home supports our Wolves in building emotional regulation and confidence. 🐺 |
To keep families informed and connected, Allegiance STEAM Academy uses specific platforms for specific purposes. Here’s a quick guide so you always know where to go.
💬 ParentSquare – Our Main Communication Tool - School & classroom announcements
- Weekly Wolf Update
- Attendance notifications
- Secure documents & messages with teachers
👉 If it’s important or time-sensitive, it will be shared in ParentSquare.
📊 PowerSchool Parent Portal - Live grades & daily attendance
- Not used for school announcements
🌐 ASA Website - Calendars, bell schedules, lunch menus
- Policies, handbook, events & contact info
- Find It Fast for frequently used resources
📝 SchoolMint - Enrollment, waitlists & annual registration
- Not used for daily communication
📸 Social Media - Celebrations & highlights only
- Not used for official school communication
❓ Need Help? After trying the links and password reset tools, contact your school front office for support with access or account updates.
👉 Want the full breakdown, direct links, and help resources? Visit our website to review everything in one place. |
CAASPP assessments are taken online. Help your child get comfortable with computers by practicing typing, dragging, and highlighting text — just like they’ll do during testing. |
We love having families involved, and there are so many ways you can support. Whether it’s helping in the classroom, joining field trips, or lending a hand at future school events.
Important Reminder: All volunteers must complete the clearance process before participating. Once cleared, you’ll be ready to jump in whenever opportunities come up.
📌 Start the Clearance Process Here:
We truly value our parent and family volunteers—thank you for helping make a difference in our school community! |
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Parents, to ensure a faster and safer dismissal 🚦, please:
🚗 Carline: Have your placard 📄 clearly displayed on your dashboard. 🚶 Front Gate: Have your placard 📄 in your hand.
📌 Forgot your placard? You can: - Park and pick up a new one at the office 🏢
- Have a clear picture of it on your phone 📱
- Request one by email ✉️ — email hello@asafontana.org to have it sent to you.
Reminder: Students will not be called without a placard.
If your student is enrolled in Boys & Girls Club they will be released and checked in during dismissal and MUST be picked up and signed out by them at the side gate.
🚶♂️🚶♀️ If you wish for your student to walk off campus, please complete the Walking Waiver .
We kindly remind all parents to be respectful and mindful to our staff 💚 as they work hard to ensure the safety of your student every day. 🐺 |
This is a reminder regarding Immunization requirements for the 2025-2026 school year. If you haven't done so already, please make an appointment now with your child’s doctor to ensure that they receive all school required vaccines. You can now request access to your child’s Digital Vaccine Record to provide proof of immunizations.
The health and safety of your child is very important to us here at Allegiance STEAM Academy Thrive. Please do not forget to inform the health office of any health concerns you have regarding your child. |
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.
Click HERE for the to visit our Food Services page on our school website. |
To help keep classrooms running smoothly, please make sure your child comes to school with a water bottle daily. Staying hydrated supports learning.
💧 Drinking fountains are available for use throughout the day.
🙏 Thank you for your support! |
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Looking for something specific? Our Find It Fast page is your one-stop hub for the most frequently accessed school resources.
Whether you're checking the academic calendar, bell schedules, or monthly meal menus, or need quick access to important forms like reporting an absence or reviewing the dress code policy, it's all just a click away.
📞 Need to visit the front office? Please call 909-258-9937 to make an appointment |
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