Welcome to Ascent Academy
School Updates as of Dec 5, 2022
WINTER WEATHER AND RECESS
Please note, we do not open our doors to allow students into the building until 7:50. We recommend not dropping off students earlier then this during the colder months as they will be required to stay outdoors until 7:50.
INTENT TO RETURN
THE LOTTERY IS OPEN FOR 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
If you are wanting your 6th grader to transfer to our West Jordan campus you will need to apply for lottery there through the same link, just select the West Jordan campus.
Apply to our lottery here: 2023-2024 lottery
For students currently enrolled, you do not need to reapply for our lottery. We will be sending out an email in the next couple weeks for your intent to return. Please keep an eye out for this email as this will ensure your students spot for the next school year.
BACKGROUND CHECKS
CAFE RIO FUNDRAISER
WE ARE HIRING
UTAH PARENT CENTER
SPIRIT WEAR
Dress Code: Uniform
Here is the link to our website of what is required: https://westvalley.ascentutah.org/195046_2
Our Uniforms are generic, which means you can purchase them at Target, Walmart, TrueValue, Children's Place, Old Navy, Kohls, etc.
Tops - must be a collared, polo-style shirt (long sleeve or short sleeve) and must adhere to the following requirements.
- Color: Navy blue, white or bright (not neon or hunter) green.
- Walmart – Elf Green
- Old Navy – Greeneration
- JC Penney – Kelly Green
- Target – Kelly Green
*Shirts must be logo-free or bear the Ascent Academies of Utah logo (which at this time we do not sell or offer).
Undershirts: can only be WHITE t-shirts (short or long sleeved) may be worn under short-sleeved polo shirts.
Bottoms - include pants, shorts, skirts or jumpers and must adhere to the following requirements:
- Color: Navy or khaki
- Style: Docker-style or school uniform style only
- Skirts, shorts and jumpers must be no shorter than 3” above the knee.
WHITE or NAVY tights or footless leggings may be worn under skirts, shorts or jumpers; however, the length requirement noted above still applies.
*No Holes, rips or tears in pants
Socks - must be free from holes, tears and/or any inappropriate or vulgar messaging but can be any color, style, print or pattern.
Shoes - must meet the following requirements.
- Closed toe (flip flops, sandals, etc. are not allowed)
- No wheels
- Heels must be less than 1” in height
Friday Attire - students may wear uniform bottoms or jean pants/shorts WITH a Spirit Shirt.
*If student does not own a Spirit Shirt, they will need to come to school in regular uniform attire.
LUNCH MONEY
Breakfast: $1.50
Lunch: $2.55
Extra milk or juice: $0.50
Student meal accounts need to be kept in a positive balance and you will be notified once the account goes into a negative balance. If your students account reaches a balance of -$15.00 they will be offered an alternative lunch selection and this will be charged $1.00 per meal.
If you still need to apply for free or reduced lunch you can do this by logging into your students Aspire account. We do also have copies of the forms in the office. Please keep in mind it does take about a week for the approval to happen.
Our reduced meal costs are:
Breakfast: $0.30
Lunch: $0.40
VOLUNTEERS
If you are looking to volunteer at our campus, we ask that all parents schedule time with your students teachers. Teachers will notify the office staff of any volunteers they have coming in. This is to help ensure we are aware of any guests in the building.
Medical Forms
Does your student have allergies, asthma, have heart issues (cardiac), diabetes, take medication throughout the day or have seizures?
If Yes, this section is for you. In order for us to be more aware of what your student needs or how we can help them, we will need the specific documentation listed below to be filled out and signed by your doctor and turned into the office ASAP.
Please click on the link specific to your medical need and you will then have access to the documentation required to have at the school to help your student.
Allergies: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eblx_goXqBUrqCMFhOBWUgIFLCpfpa9b?usp=sharing
Asthma: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-jPyqS3XDJpYneT6cuZV4TtI8N5sPRP1?usp=sharing
Cardiac: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-DbL9XI8bC302Qyspc5ii2jOHuAAS_eS?usp=sharing
Diabetes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1zsGLT-w4DOe25w9-fLkFyf-S7cT2rhru?usp=sharing
Medication: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nDa90EMxIacLrDM-JLq5Qmuk9KgtkZVR?usp=sharing
Seizures: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GJJ_QDvxbvzFyp3uywJQVAtOWTvF2nzF?usp=sharing
If you have any questions please contact the office at 801-685-0228.
Upcoming Dates
December 7, 2022 Cafe Rio Fundraiser
December 19 - December 30
January 2, 2023 Teacher Comp Day
Ascent Academy West Valley Contact Information
Email: wv.office@ascentutah.org
Website: westvalley.ascentutah.org
Location: 5685 W Cilma Dr West Valley City, UT 84128
Phone: 8016850228
Facebook: facebook.com/AscentWestValley