Athletics are an exciting part of student life at Alta Loma Junior High, providing opportunities for students to build teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, and school spirit while representing our school in competition. We encourage all students who are interested in athletics to attend an interest meeting, learn about the program, and participate in the tryout process.

ALJH is a proud member of the Baldy View League, competing alongside Vineyard Junior High, Upland Junior High, Pioneer Junior High, Foothill Knolls STEM Academy, and Grace Yokley Middle School.

Sports Offered

Alta Loma Junior High currently offers the following sports throughout the school year:

• Football – typically begins in late August

• Volleyball – typically begins in late August

• Soccer – typically begins in mid-to-late October

• Basketball – typically begins in late December or early January

• Track & Field – typically begins in mid-to-late March

Team Structure

Team offerings vary by sport:

• Football & Volleyball: One combined 6th/7th Grade team and one 8th Grade team.

• Soccer & Basketball: Separate Boys and Girls teams at both the 6th/7th Grade and 8th Grade levels.

• Track & Field: Open to students in all grade levels.

Tryouts & Participation

Students interested in participating in athletics should attend the interest meeting held a few weeks before each season begins. Interest meetings, important dates, and upcoming opportunities are announced through:

• Morning announcements

• Minga / Wolves DEN

• The weekly Friday Wrap-Up for families

Athletic participation packets will be available for pickup at the Student Window before each season. Students must submit a completed packet by the posted deadline in order to be eligible for tryouts. A new athletic packet is required for each sport and each season.

Tryouts are held prior to each season and provide coaches the opportunity to evaluate student-athletes, assess skill levels, and determine team placement. This process helps coaches build balanced teams, identify areas for growth, and prepare students for a successful season. Depending on the sport and the number of students participating, tryouts may also be used to determine final team rosters.

Practice schedules, game schedules, and other season updates will be shared during the interest meeting and communicated throughout the season. Families can also find schedules and updates through the school calendar, social media, and other school communication channels.

Athletic Eligibility

Participation in athletics is a privilege, and students must remain academically and behaviorally eligible throughout the season. To participate, students must:

• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA

• Not be on the school's Restricted List

• Have no failing grades (F), Unsatisfactory (U) citizenship marks, or major disciplinary consequences (such as OMCs or suspensions) that would make them ineligible

Eligibility is reviewed in accordance with school and district guidelines.

Transportation

Transportation to and from games is the responsibility of each family. Practices take place on campus immediately after school, and students must either be picked up promptly at the end of practice or walk home following practice. Bus transportation is not provided for athletic events.

Questions?

For additional information about ALJH Athletics, please contact the school office at (909) 484-5100 or reach out to Mr. Matthew Dzama, Assistant Principal and Athletics Director.