This week, we proudly recognize our incredible assistant principals - the leaders who help keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes while building meaningful connections with students, staff, and families. From supporting classrooms and guiding students to stepping in wherever they’re needed most, their impact is felt in every corner of our schools.
Your dedication, compassion, and leadership do not go unnoticed. Thank you for showing up each day with a commitment to making our schools safe, supportive, and successful places for all.
Join us in celebrating these outstanding individuals during Assistant Principal Week - we are so grateful for all that you do!
Your dedication, compassion, and leadership do not go unnoticed. Thank you for showing up each day with a commitment to making our schools safe, supportive, and successful places for all.
Join us in celebrating these outstanding individuals during Assistant Principal Week - we are so grateful for all that you do!
Inspired by contemporary quilt artist Bisa Butler, our 7th and 8th-grade artists at Alma Middle School brought meaningful stories to life through vibrant portrait creations.
Using colored paper and fabric, students explored the history and cultural significance of color while experimenting with techniques to create expressive, one-of-a-kind pieces. Each artist selected someone they admire - parents, grandparents, and community members - and used color intentionally to highlight the character traits that make their subject special.
Every portrait tells a story, and these students did an incredible job sharing the people who inspire them most! 🎨
Using colored paper and fabric, students explored the history and cultural significance of color while experimenting with techniques to create expressive, one-of-a-kind pieces. Each artist selected someone they admire - parents, grandparents, and community members - and used color intentionally to highlight the character traits that make their subject special.
Every portrait tells a story, and these students did an incredible job sharing the people who inspire them most! 🎨
Alma’s chess teams made impressive moves at the recent Mansfield Chess Tournament, bringing home multiple team honors and individual medals across all grade levels!
The 4th-grade team earned an outstanding 3rd place overall finish - just one point shy of tying for the top spot. Drake Peters, Jace Carmel, Ava McMellon, and Carter Wheeler each posted strong 4–1 records to secure bronze medals.
The 5th and 6th grade team delivered a dominant performance, capturing 1st place overall! Star Stout and RJ Welch each earned bronze medals with 4 wins, while Cooper Dickens went a perfect 5–0 to claim a gold medal and finish the tournament undefeated.
At the junior high level, Alma Middle School placed 2nd overall, tying for 1st with Greenwood before falling in a tiebreaker. The team brought home an impressive seven medals, highlighted by Bentley Parks with a gold medal (5–0). Silver medalists (4–1) included Brenden Allen, Aryiah Barker, Rachel DeWater, Bryson Heldebrandt, Valen Hogue, and Bryson Taylor. In the 6th-grade competition, Hunter Wilmoth earned silver, while Hunter Hudson and Troy Norris added bronze medals.
Congratulations to all of our Airedale chess players on a great tournament!
The 4th-grade team earned an outstanding 3rd place overall finish - just one point shy of tying for the top spot. Drake Peters, Jace Carmel, Ava McMellon, and Carter Wheeler each posted strong 4–1 records to secure bronze medals.
The 5th and 6th grade team delivered a dominant performance, capturing 1st place overall! Star Stout and RJ Welch each earned bronze medals with 4 wins, while Cooper Dickens went a perfect 5–0 to claim a gold medal and finish the tournament undefeated.
At the junior high level, Alma Middle School placed 2nd overall, tying for 1st with Greenwood before falling in a tiebreaker. The team brought home an impressive seven medals, highlighted by Bentley Parks with a gold medal (5–0). Silver medalists (4–1) included Brenden Allen, Aryiah Barker, Rachel DeWater, Bryson Heldebrandt, Valen Hogue, and Bryson Taylor. In the 6th-grade competition, Hunter Wilmoth earned silver, while Hunter Hudson and Troy Norris added bronze medals.
Congratulations to all of our Airedale chess players on a great tournament!
Darin Stahler, Assistant Coach for Varsity Boys Basketball at Alma High School, has been named Assistant Coach of the Year by the Arkansas Basketball Coaches Association!
Coach Stahler has been a cornerstone of the Airedale basketball program - playing a key role in its success and helping shape the team’s offensive identity. His dedication to players and passion for the game make a lasting impact both on and off the court.
On Wednesday, players, coaches, administrators, and his wife gathered to surprise Coach Stahler with the official announcement, making the moment even more special, surrounded by those who support and have been impacted by him.
Congratulations, Coach Stahler!
Coach Stahler has been a cornerstone of the Airedale basketball program - playing a key role in its success and helping shape the team’s offensive identity. His dedication to players and passion for the game make a lasting impact both on and off the court.
On Wednesday, players, coaches, administrators, and his wife gathered to surprise Coach Stahler with the official announcement, making the moment even more special, surrounded by those who support and have been impacted by him.
Congratulations, Coach Stahler!
A tradition of excellence. A future full of opportunity.
For more than 100 years, Alma School District has been proud to serve our community - helping students grow, achieve, and discover who they’re meant to be.
If you’re exploring options for your student, we’d love to welcome you to Airedale Nation.
School Choice applications are now open:
https://www.almasd.net/page/school-choice
For more than 100 years, Alma School District has been proud to serve our community - helping students grow, achieve, and discover who they’re meant to be.
If you’re exploring options for your student, we’d love to welcome you to Airedale Nation.
School Choice applications are now open:
https://www.almasd.net/page/school-choice
Stack up for a great cause, Airedales!
Join us for a Pancake Breakfast on April 11th at Alma High School! Enjoy a delicious breakfast while supporting Alma School District Child Nutrition and helping reduce student meal debt.
🕖 7:00–10:00 AM
📍 The Union at Alma High School
💲 Cost: Donations
🎟️ Raffle Items Include:
• El Trio Gift Card
• Blue Rose Gift Card
• Water Park Passes
• Potted Plants Gift Card
• Freeze Queen Gift Card
• Scentsy Gift
• Welcome Door Sign
• And more!!
Bring your family and your appetite - we can’t wait to see you there!
Join us for a Pancake Breakfast on April 11th at Alma High School! Enjoy a delicious breakfast while supporting Alma School District Child Nutrition and helping reduce student meal debt.
🕖 7:00–10:00 AM
📍 The Union at Alma High School
💲 Cost: Donations
🎟️ Raffle Items Include:
• El Trio Gift Card
• Blue Rose Gift Card
• Water Park Passes
• Potted Plants Gift Card
• Freeze Queen Gift Card
• Scentsy Gift
• Welcome Door Sign
• And more!!
Bring your family and your appetite - we can’t wait to see you there!
Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, Alma School District! Our Airedales are stronger because of the care, support, and dedication you show every single day. THANK YOU! 💛
Future Airedales - We Still Want to Hear From You!
We are continuing to plan ahead for our 2026-27 Pre-K class at Alma School District! If you have a child who will be ready for Pre-K this year, there’s still time to let us know you’re interested.
Take a quick minute to complete our Pre-K Interest Survey - this helps us better plan for the year ahead. (Please note: completing the survey does not guarantee enrollment, but it is an important first step!)
👉 Fill out the survey here:
https://forms.gle/zMJpqyoUFZqScByq9
🎒 Want to learn more about our Pre-K program?
Check out all the details here:
https://www.almasd.net/o/aps/page/pre-k-information
📌 Reminder: Our website includes updated Pre-K requirements, so be sure to review the latest information!
Know a parent of a future Pre-K student? Tag them below and help us spread the word! 💚
We are continuing to plan ahead for our 2026-27 Pre-K class at Alma School District! If you have a child who will be ready for Pre-K this year, there’s still time to let us know you’re interested.
Take a quick minute to complete our Pre-K Interest Survey - this helps us better plan for the year ahead. (Please note: completing the survey does not guarantee enrollment, but it is an important first step!)
👉 Fill out the survey here:
https://forms.gle/zMJpqyoUFZqScByq9
🎒 Want to learn more about our Pre-K program?
Check out all the details here:
https://www.almasd.net/o/aps/page/pre-k-information
📌 Reminder: Our website includes updated Pre-K requirements, so be sure to review the latest information!
Know a parent of a future Pre-K student? Tag them below and help us spread the word! 💚
Alma Middle School art students recently took part in a special program with Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art as part of the America 250 “Common Threads” Community Quilt Project!
Each student designed a unique quilt square inspired by their own Arkansas story, showcasing creativity, history, and personal connection. Their designs are now being brought to life by talented quilters at the museum, alongside contributions from schools and community members across the state.
Even more exciting - these collaborative quilts are now on display at Crystal Bridges through the end of the summer!
Each student designed a unique quilt square inspired by their own Arkansas story, showcasing creativity, history, and personal connection. Their designs are now being brought to life by talented quilters at the museum, alongside contributions from schools and community members across the state.
Even more exciting - these collaborative quilts are now on display at Crystal Bridges through the end of the summer!
Future healthcare heroes in the making! Before spring break, 8th graders from Alma Middle School explored their potential career paths with a visit to the Arkansas Colleges of Health Education. Students toured the College of Osteopathic Medicine and the College of Occupational/Physical Therapy, getting a firsthand look at what it takes to succeed in the health industry. The future is bright!
Online enrollment opens THIS WEEK! 🎉
Starting this Wednesday, April 1, families can complete kindergarten registration online to get a head start before our in-person event on April 9. This quick step helps make your visit smooth and stress-free!
Be sure to fill out the online registration using the link below and review the required documents ahead of time. We’re so excited to welcome the Class of 2039 and can’t wait to meet our newest Airedales soon! 🐾
LINK: https://www.almasd.net/o/aps/page/kindergarten-registration2026
Starting this Wednesday, April 1, families can complete kindergarten registration online to get a head start before our in-person event on April 9. This quick step helps make your visit smooth and stress-free!
Be sure to fill out the online registration using the link below and review the required documents ahead of time. We’re so excited to welcome the Class of 2039 and can’t wait to meet our newest Airedales soon! 🐾
LINK: https://www.almasd.net/o/aps/page/kindergarten-registration2026
🎓 Hey Alma High School Seniors!
The Alma Education & Arts Foundation scholarship applications are officially OPEN! Don’t miss your chance - applications are due by Sunday, April 5.
Apply now: https://almapacar.sites.thrillshare.com/page/2026-scholarship-application
The Alma Education & Arts Foundation scholarship applications are officially OPEN! Don’t miss your chance - applications are due by Sunday, April 5.
Apply now: https://almapacar.sites.thrillshare.com/page/2026-scholarship-application
Did you know? March 21 is National Down Syndrome Day - a day to celebrate inclusion, spread awareness, and recognize individuals with Down syndrome. 💙💛
Alma Primary School got in on the celebration a couple of days early, and it was such a fun time! Four of our students were celebrated along with their families, and several classrooms joined in to make it even more special.
Students “rocked their socks” by wearing bright, mismatched, and fun socks to represent the uniqueness of the extra 21st chromosome - and there were some great ones! 🧦
Members of the Airedale boys' basketball team also stopped by to help with activities and celebrate with students, which made the morning even more exciting.
Big thank you to Mrs. Corder for organizing everything and to all the staff who helped make it such a special event!
Alma Primary School got in on the celebration a couple of days early, and it was such a fun time! Four of our students were celebrated along with their families, and several classrooms joined in to make it even more special.
Students “rocked their socks” by wearing bright, mismatched, and fun socks to represent the uniqueness of the extra 21st chromosome - and there were some great ones! 🧦
Members of the Airedale boys' basketball team also stopped by to help with activities and celebrate with students, which made the morning even more exciting.
Big thank you to Mrs. Corder for organizing everything and to all the staff who helped make it such a special event!
The Airedale Olympics was a big win at Alma Primary School! 🐾🏅
Students rotated through fun indoor and outdoor stations, showing off their skills, teamwork, and competitive spirit. Huge shoutout to Coach Jones for planning an awesome event, and to the Alma High School NJROTC students for helping everything run smoothly!
It was a high-energy day filled with smiles, teamwork, and lots of fun from start to finish!
Students rotated through fun indoor and outdoor stations, showing off their skills, teamwork, and competitive spirit. Huge shoutout to Coach Jones for planning an awesome event, and to the Alma High School NJROTC students for helping everything run smoothly!
It was a high-energy day filled with smiles, teamwork, and lots of fun from start to finish!
Our 5th grade students recently took part in an Emergency Management presentation led by Brandon Djordjevic, Deputy Director at the Crawford County Department of Emergency Management. Students gained valuable knowledge about staying safe and prepared in a variety of situations.
From understanding emergency plans to learning how to respond calmly and confidently, these students are building skills that truly make a difference.
Thank you, Mr. Djordjevic, for investing in our students!
Kindergarten Registration is almost here!
We’re excited to welcome the future Airedales of the Class of 2039 as we begin registration for the 2026–2027 school year! Families with incoming kindergarteners are invited to join us at Alma Primary School on Thursday, April 9, to complete registration and get ready for an amazing start to school.
Morning Session: 8:30–9:30 AM
Evening Session: 5:00–6:30 PM
Starting April 1, please complete the online registration at the link below before attending and bring the required documents listed in the graphic.
https://www.almasd.net/.../kindergarten-registration2026
Note for current Alma Pre-K families: Since your child is already enrolled, you do not need to bring these documents. We would still love for you to attend to meet staff, connect with teachers, and explore the building!
We can’t wait to meet our newest Airedales and their families and kick off an incredible school journey!
As we head into spring and the potential for severe weather, we want to remind our district families and community about the Alma School District Safe Rooms that are available during weather threats.
Please take a moment to review the safe room locations, along with important guidelines and rules so you know what to expect if they are needed.
Learn more here: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/safe-room
Staying informed and prepared helps keep everyone safe.
Please take a moment to review the safe room locations, along with important guidelines and rules so you know what to expect if they are needed.
Learn more here: https://www.almasd.net/o/asd/page/safe-room
Staying informed and prepared helps keep everyone safe.
At last night’s school board meeting, we had the privilege of further recognizing our campus Teachers of the Year. Principals took a moment to share what makes these educators such valuable members of their school communities and the impact they have on students each day.
Congratulations to our outstanding honorees:
• Alma High School: Michele Ikenberry
• Alma Middle School: Keith Reeves
• Alma Intermediate School: Jennifer Anderson
• Alma Primary School: Tiffany Gregory
Each of these educators represents the dedication and care that can be found in classrooms across the district, and we are proud to celebrate the difference they make for Alma students.
In addition, Alma Middle School was recognized for its recent redesignation as an Arkansas Diamond School to Watch. This honor highlights the school’s strong commitment to academic achievement, student growth, and creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Congratulations to our outstanding honorees:
• Alma High School: Michele Ikenberry
• Alma Middle School: Keith Reeves
• Alma Intermediate School: Jennifer Anderson
• Alma Primary School: Tiffany Gregory
Each of these educators represents the dedication and care that can be found in classrooms across the district, and we are proud to celebrate the difference they make for Alma students.
In addition, Alma Middle School was recognized for its recent redesignation as an Arkansas Diamond School to Watch. This honor highlights the school’s strong commitment to academic achievement, student growth, and creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
River Valley Career Launch Success! Yesterday, 21 Alma High School seniors participated in the River Valley Career Launch, interviewing with companies from across the region for professional opportunities after graduation. We’re so proud of these future leaders!
Students from Alma High School’s Model UN recently participated in the Model Arab League program at the University of Arkansas.
Acting as delegates for Morocco and Saudi Arabia, students gained firsthand experience in diplomacy, public speaking, and the politics and history of the Arab world.
Morgan English and Heather Mitchell earned Honorable Mention for their outstanding representation of Morocco on the Special Council on Arab Culture and Heritage.
Congratulations to all students for their dedication and participation!
Acting as delegates for Morocco and Saudi Arabia, students gained firsthand experience in diplomacy, public speaking, and the politics and history of the Arab world.
Morgan English and Heather Mitchell earned Honorable Mention for their outstanding representation of Morocco on the Special Council on Arab Culture and Heritage.
Congratulations to all students for their dedication and participation!
